Lisa M. Jensen

Lisa M. Jensen

also known as Lisa Jensen

5.0
Rating: 9.6

Licensed for 13 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Redding, CA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Violent Crime ... +2 more

1610 West Street, Suite 1, Redding, CA

About Lisa

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 66%

I practice criminal defense - primarily felonies. I have experience with life cases, murder, sex cases, Three Strikes cases, domestic violence, assault, DUI, and other felony cases. I also handle misdemeanors and expungements.

13 years | 4,000 cases

66%
DUI and DWI 15%

I am experienced at DUI/DWI cases and have tackled many DUI-related issues in jury trials and motions. I have spoken at past DUI/DWI seminars.

13 years | 1,000 cases

15%
Violent Crime 15%

I handle criminal cases involving assault, weapons, bodily injury, etc. I also handle Three Strikes "violent" charges which carry specific consequences for certain types of felonies (e.g. robbery).

10 years | 1,000 cases

15%
Expungement 3%

Expungements and record clearance cases involve filing petitions and motions for individuals who are eligible to receive post-conviction relief, mostly for employment purposes.

13 years | 180 cases

3%
Sex Crime 1%

I handle sex cases - although they are not as prevalent as some other types of cases, they do require particular attention and care due to their potential registry consequences.

12 years | 60 cases

1%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 13 years

State: California

Acquired: 2012

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Office of Lisa M. Jensen

1610 West Street, Suite 1, Redding, CA, 96001

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Lisa M. Jensen's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

7 Client Reviews

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Posted by Matthew | July 05, 2018 | Criminal Defense

Amazing

She believed me, she never judged me, she got me off with no jail time, and was always polite best lawyer I've had so far did her homework that's for sure I appreciate what she did for me, thank you

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Lisa M. Jensen's Lawyer Endorsements

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Bruce Kapsack

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Ms. Jensen for her entire professional life. Previously she worked with me in a trial, covered cases for me and ultimately worked with me at the Shatsa County Public Defenders Office. From the beginning her professionalism, insight and compassion placed her well above virtually all other attorneys in the field."

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David Clark

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 10

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Lisa Jensen is as smart and talented as they come. We worked together on tough, hard-fought litigation involving cutting-edge, legal issues, and I would be pleased to work with her again. Lisa is not just knowledgeable about the law, but she is also capable of using her extensive, current knowledge to develop and communicate a common sense, ethical, and effective approach to serving clients. I endorse Lisa Jensen without reservation."

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Antonio Cota

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 07

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Lisa is a fantastic attorney who is well equipped to handle the most difficult cases."

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Kenneth Hamilton

DUI and DWI lawyer | Apr 24

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Ms. Jensen is a very capable and prepared advocate. She knows her stuff and effectively articulates her client's defenses to obtain a just result. I endorse this lawyer."

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Miles Booth

DUI and DWI lawyer | Feb 23

Relationship: Co-worker

"Lisa is a very hard working and knowledgeable attorney. She always acts in the best interest of her clients and will fight hard to get the best resolution. I highly recommend her to anyone seeking an attorney."

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Ethan Weiss

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 18

Relationship: Co-worker

"I had the opportunity to work with Lisa Jensen. She has a firm grasp on the criminal process, and knows how to argue her points effectively. She is not a just a source of information on criminal law, she knows how to use that information to the advantage of her clients."

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Jay Finnecy

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Attorney Lisa Jensen. Her answers to questions here on AVVO are very thoughtful and well reasoned. She appears to possess wisdom beyond her years. If you need criminal defense counsel in the San Jose area, give her a call."

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Christopher Leroi

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have been practicing for the past 25 years in all of the same areas as Ms. Jensen. Although I have not met her personally, her answers show a keen intellect and an astute knowledge of the law. As a former judge, magistrate, and prosecutor, I have no reservations in endorsing her. She is going to continue to be a shining star in the legal community and you would be well-served to hire her to represent you on any family law, appeal, criminal defense, or litigation matter."

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Peter Marek

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Lisa. Well answered contributions. Welcome to avvo. One great review already. This site will continue to further my education daily and hopefully yours as well."

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Bruce Kapsack

Criminal defense lawyer

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David Clark

Litigation lawyer

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Richard Stone

Criminal defense lawyer

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Donald Drewry

DUI and DWI lawyer

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John Thornton

Criminal defense lawyer

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Raj Singh

Criminal defense lawyer

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Vicki Jensen

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Kenneth Hamilton

Criminal defense lawyer

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Miles Booth

Criminal defense lawyer

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Ethan Weiss

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.6 (Superb)

Honors

2015

Trial Performance Award, Imperial County District Attorney

2015

Certificate of Completion, Animal Cruelty POST Course

Work Experience

2020 - Present

Attorney, Law Office of Lisa M. Jensen

2017 - 2020

Deputy Public Defender, Shasta County Public Defender

2015 - 2017

Deputy District Attorney II, Imperial County District Attorney

2014 - 2014

Associate Attorney, Phan Law Firm, Inc.

2013 - 2014

Of Counsel, Brownstone P.A.

2013 - 2015

Attorney, Alameda County Court Appointed Attorney's Program

2012 - 2012

Law Clerk, Monterey County Public Defender's Office

2012 - 2012

Law Clerk, Santa Cruz Public Defender's Office

Associations

2017 - Present

California DUI Lawyers Association

Member

2017 - Present

The Private Defender

Member

2017 - Present

California Public Defenders Association

Member

2015 - 2017

California District Attorneys Association

Member

2012 - 2015

Alameda County Bar Association

Member

2011 - 2012

Criminal Law Society Santa Clara University

President

Sample of Legal Cases

Felony criminal threats (Three Strikes case)

discharge at preliminary hearing

Felony domestic violence

Dismissal

Felony criminal threats/domestic violence (Three Strikes case) - jury trial

Acquittal of "Three Strikes" felony, convicted but received lesser term on other felony

Elder abuse felony

Dismissal

Child Abuse felony

discharge at preliminary hearing

Felony possession of a concealed dirk or dagger - jury trial

hung jury

Felony domestic violence - jury trial

probation on misdemeanor offenses only

Felony domestic violence - jury trial

Acquittal of all charges

Felony marijuana transportation - jury trial

Acquittal of all charges

Felony probation violations/traffic cases

client resolved case for no jail

DUI plea bargain - no driver license suspension

client kept license

DUI case, high BAC

Wet reckless

DUI case

no license suspension by DMV

Misdemeanor hit and run, drug case

dismissal

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Education

2020

Shasta College

Elective study

2016

Imperial Valley College/Chabot College

Elective Study

2012

Santa Clara Univ SOL

JD - Juris Doctor

2009

Univ of California Santa Cruz

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2019

2019

11th Annual Two-Day DUI Institute at Monterey Tides Blood DUI: Fear

2019

11th Annual Two-Day DUI Institute at Monterey Tides Living a Clean and Ethical Holistic Public Defender Life

2018

STEP - UP Economic and Workforce Development Expungements and Pardons

2017

Shasta County Job Fair Post Conviction relief

Publications

2020

Lisa M. Jensen - Criminal Defense Blog 3 Things A Defense Attorney Wishes Everyone Knew

2020

Lisa M. Jensen - Criminal Defense Blog Law in the Time of Corona

2020

Lisa M. Jensen - Criminal Defense Blog Buyer's Remorse in Plea Bargains

2020

Lisa M. Jensen - Criminal Defense Blog What's a "Cruz Waiver?"

2020

Lisa M. Jensen - Criminal Defense Blog What Does It Mean To Win the Case?

Languages

English

Spanish

Activity

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