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John Joseph Casey III

4.7
Rating: 8.1

Licensed for 19 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Sacramento, CA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

901 H St Ste 203, Sacramento, CA

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Licensed in California for 19 years

State: California

Acquired: 2006

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Law Offices of John J. Casey III

901 H St Ste 203, Sacramento, CA, 95814-1808

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4.7 /5.0

31 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 9 reviews | Professionalism

Posted by Wesley | January 16, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

No Nonsense Defense Attorney

I found myself in a very serious situation and needed legal representation. John was immediately available to discuss my situation, and he told me what he planned to do to achieve the best possible outcome during our initial consultation. Hire John Casey III and you will receive a professional, intel...ligent, aggressive and experienced defense attorney. John will work hard to get the results you deserve in court, leveraging his experience (he's worked on both sides), in-depth knowledge of criminal law and court procedure. He successfully was able to get one of my charges dropped. I highly recommend John!

Posted by anonymous | December 29, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Believe the negative reviews, he must have paid for the positive ones

I agree with everything the other negative reviewer said. He was incredibly rude, dismissive and didn't listen to a thing we said. On top of that he didn't even bother to look at the evidence. He assumed guilt right out of the gate and forced the person I hired him for to plead guilty to something he... didn't even do. He had no choice and Casey did nothing to help him. He would threaten me if I called him about the case and was incredibly mean and judgmental. I think he's past his prime. He's been doing this job for too long because he lost all empathy years ago probably. I'm pissed at the other lawyer that referred me to him and told me how good he was. Apparently he's a great trial lawyer but god forbid you don't go to trial! then you're SOL. After banning me from talking to him about the case he actually called me and (with my attorney present) tried to convince me to convince his client to be cooperative. Even my attorney thought he was a jerk. I paid him 7k for NOTHING. I feel like he owes me a lot of my money back and he basically stole my money from me for what he did. I should report him to the state bar on top of this review.

John Casey

Replied last December 29, 2022

Because you posted anonymously, I have no way of knowing which client you are referring to, or, whether or not he/she is actually a client of mine. Nor am I allowed to respond specifically about a client's case. In general, I would say the following: I am responsible for protecting a client's confidentiality and that means I cannot discuss a client's case with someone other than the client. Your friend was fortunate to have you pay his/her legal fees, however I have a duty of confidentiality to the client, not the person who pays the legal fees; this is always explained to any third party who pays for a client's legal fees and is included in the client's legal services contract. By State Bar rules, I cannot discuss a client's case with anyone other than the client. All cases are thoroughly reviewed, investigated, and the client is provided with a detailed analysis including all legal options precisely because I have conducted many jury trials and I have a good understanding of the risks involved. Only a tiny fraction of criminal cases ever result in a jury trial. A good attorney is able to foreshadow what will happen at a jury trial so that the client can decide whether to risk going to trial or, alternatively, whether to avoid that risk and accept a plea bargain. No client is "forced" to take a plea bargain, the Judge goes through a very lengthy examination with the client at the time of the entry of a plea bargain to make sure that, among other things, the client 1) understands everything, and 2) that they're making their decision of their own free will. You claim that I never included you in the representation, how then are you able to comment on the quality of my work? If I kept you in the dark, how would you even know? Why are you complaining about the quality of my work instead of the client? If I "stole" your money why aren't you making a legal demand and reporting me to the State Bar or law enforcement for theft instead of posting anonymously on a review site? I invite you to report everything to the State Bar. They will conduct a full independent investigation of the matter. This investigative process protects the public and also protects attorneys from false accusations. I am confident a State Bar investigation will conclude that your claims are untrue.

Posted by Holly | February 17, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Honest, Professional, Aggressive and No Nonsense defense attorney who will get you results.

Hire John Casey III and you will receive a professional, intelligent, aggressive and experienced defense attorney. John does not beat around the bush with you as his client, he tells it like it is and will get the results you deserve in court. He is honest, full of integrity, knows the Law and the ...court procedural process very well. He successfully was able to get the charges dropped against me and have my record sealed. I highly recommend John and have done so to others who needed him.

Posted by Megan | April 15, 2019 | DUI & DWI

Good Guy to Have In Your Corner

I had the pleasure of working with Mr. Casey early in his career and saw first-hand the expertise and tenacity with which he handled his cases. It is great to know that his passion for the law has not diminished with his years of experience. He genuinely cares about his clients and is smart, respon...sive, confident and effective. More recently, he provided realistic yet compassionate assistance to a friend of mine who was charged with felony DUI - he's a good guy to have in your corner and I highly recommend his legal services.

Posted by anonymous | March 28, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Couldn't have asked for better representation

We unfortunately needed legal representation for our son, it was an overwhelming situation to be in. Looking back on the lengthy process, we absolutely have no regrets hiring John. From our first meeting it was clear he not only had experience with the court system and how to navigate law, he als...o knew how to break it down in layman's terms. He was a great listener, patient with all our questions and kept us informed at every step. We never felt rushed or put off for another case, he showed up to every appearance even when an unexpected health issue could have prevented it. His calm and confident demeanor not only assured us we were in very capable hands, it proved invaluable in court proceedings helping our son with the best possible outcome. He went beyond the call personally when it came to support, his advice and compassion he gave our son will be with him for life. We have every confidence in recommending John to provide the highest level of professionalism.

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Deanna Lopas

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Casey has a wealth of knowledge and experience in the practice of criminal law. He is well-respected in the legal community for his aggressive advocacy and exceptional trial skills. He is a formidable presence in the courtroom, havings argued the most complex issues with much success. I give him my highest endorsement."

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Matthew Lopas

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Mr. John Casey for over 10 years. He has always proven himself to excel at both oral and written argument for his clients. Mr. John Casey knows the value of a case as it pertains to the court, prosecutor, and most importantly his client. Mr. John Casey will absolutely get the best result possible in your case."

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Maria Minney

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 09

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Honest and very dependable lawyer. Highly intelligent, and an excellent strategic thinker. Any client is in good hands with John, and his proven results are beyond compare."

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Meredith Schaff

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"John is a master of his craft. Professional, diligent and smart, he will attack both the law and the facts as a zealous advocate for his clients."

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Michele Garfinkel

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have had the privilege of knowing John for 15 years. We worked together at the beginning of our careers and he always impressed me. John is an amazing advocate for his clients. His passion and dedication is incredible. He fights hard, is extremely knowledgeable and prepared, and is compassionate. I refer clients to him regularly and always trust they will be in great hands. I endorse John wholeheartedly."

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David Brooks

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. John and I had codefendants on a difficult jury trial. He secured a well-earned not guilty verdict for his client."

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Ognian Gavrilov

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"John Casey is one of the finest criminal defense attorneys I have encountered. His outstanding results speak for themselves."

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Thomas Clinkenbeard

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"John Casey is a skilled and aggressive trial lawyer. He enjoys a well-earned reputation for zealously representing his clients and he is highly regarded by his peers in the legal profession. Mr. Casey works tirelessly for his clients and is known for his loyalty, commitment and professionalism. I have known John Casey for well over a decade and as a fellow criminal defense attorney, I happy to endorse him."

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Arkady Itkin

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Charismatic and passionate attorney willing to represent individuals in a wide range of criminal defense matters."

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Experience

Rating:  8.1 (Excellent)

Education

2005

Lincoln Law School of Sacramento

Doctor of Law (J.D.)

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