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John M. Kucera has practiced law for over 40 years and has provided professional, aggressive and personalized services to individuals seeking representation for defense of State and Federal crimes.
Professional Associations Include: California Attorneys for Criminal Justice (CACJ), California Public Defender's Association (CPDA), National Association Of Criminal Defense Lawyers (NACDL), Northern California Contact Attorney for National Rifle Association (NRA), Shasta-Trinity County Bar Association (STCBA)-[Chairman of the Criminal Law Section 1995-1999].
Admitted to California Supreme Court, Federal Northern District Court and Federal Eastern District Court in 1980. Former Prosecutor for the Shasta County District Attorney from 1982-1986. Former Judge Pro-Tempore for Shasta County Superior Court. Community College and Law Enforcement Instructor.
John currently is selectively accepting clients on a case-by-case basis.
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Acquired: 1980
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1416 West Street, Redding, CA, 96001-1626
17 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 10 reviews | Criminal Defense
Posted by anonymous | June 14, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
A Great Help
I hired John Kucera last year to help me with allegations my soon-to-be ex-wife made against me. The thing that made me trust him most was the advise he gave months before I'd hired him: "Don't hire me until you need me." Most lawyers would want to be hired as soon as possible; John waited, talk...
Posted by Jason | October 03, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Above and beyond
John is a great lawyer that actually seems to care about the people he represents! He did a great job communicating with me on what was happening and going to happen so that I really understood what to expect. Other lawyers told me to expect 6 months in jail and John got the feds to accept a simple f...
Posted by Karl | December 10, 2015 | Criminal Defense
Nice guy and quick to get the job done but WAY overcharges
This guy charged me $1500 to expunge my record. It literally took him less than 15 minutes to make a phone call, file the paperwork, and finish it off. That's $1500 for less that 15 minutes of work. Is that fair and reasonable? Outside of that though, he seemed to be very knowledgeable and helpfu...
The case was handled quickly and efficiently and the client received exactly what was requested. Clients sometimes forget the years of education and the time thereafter it takes to get to the point where an insurmountable problem to a client, becomes an everyday issue to an experienced attorney. A proficient, skilled and knowledgeable attorney is able to meet the demands of a client and often, clients do not think about the result they received based upon the experience of their counsel, but rather, what it cost to obtain that result
Posted by Walt | May 04, 2015 | Criminal Defense
Prosecutor turned Defense Attorney
Shasta County residents should consider themselves truly fortunate to have such a phenomenal defense attorney in their midst. We initially chose John for representation primarily because he had several years experience working as a prosecuting attorney prior to working as a defense attorney. It only ...
Posted by Christopher | January 14, 2015 | Criminal Defense
Review on behalf of my daughter
I hired John Kucera to represent my daughter who was falsely accused of obstruction and assault against the Redding Police Department. Although I never met him he was recommended to me by a friend and believe me he is worth EVERY penny. He not only saved my daughter from a Criminal Record he also r...
"I endorse this lawyer. John Kucera has a reputation as one of the best attorneys in Northern California. I have watched John in court and have been very impressed with how he conducts himself and with the results he obtains for client. In fact, if I have a question that needs to be bounced off another attorney, John Kucera is the person I call. I highly recommend John Kucera for any criminal defense matter."
"John is an excellent attorney that gets great results for his clients. I would highly recommend John."
"I have worked with John on several criminal cases and enjoy the complementary styles we've developed. I certainly would feel safe that he would fight hard and intelligently for good results if I were charged with a criminal misconduct."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. John Kucera is an excellent lawyer. His experience, knowledge, and dedication is exemplary. I would recommend him to anyone who wants the best defense attorney."
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Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2018
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
Client Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2011
Certificate Of Appreciation, Shasta County Marshall's Office
2001
Certificate Of Appreciation As Judge Protempore, Superior Court Of California
1986
Certificate of Appreciation, State Contractor's License Board
1986 - Present
Sole proprietor, John M. Kucera, Attorney At Law
2002 - 2016
Judge Pro Tem, Shasta County Superior Court
1982 - 1986
Deputy District Attorney, Shasta County Office Of The District Attorney
1980 - 1982
Attorney, Insurance Defense Counsel
1980 - 2015
Instructor, State Of California
1986 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
1986 - Present
California Public Defenders AssociationMember
1986 - Present
California Attorneys for Criminal JusticeMember
1986 - Present
National Rifle AssociationContact Attorney For Northern California
1980 - Present
Shasta Trinity Counties Bar AssociationMember
1995 - 1999
Shasta Trinity Counties Bar AssociationChairman
Not Guilty on all 39 counts
1979
JD - Juris Doctor
1976
B.B.A.
2009
Laws Pertaining to DUI
1986
Nuts and Bolts of DUI and Traffic Enforcement
English
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