Jude Michael Koenig

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Jude Michael Koenig

4.9
Rating: 8.4

Licensed for 35 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Truckee, CA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI

10075 West River Street, Suite 205, Truckee, CA

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About Jude

Biography

DUI & Criminal Defense. Truckee and North Lake Tahoe!

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 70%

As a former Deputy District Attorney who routinely prosecuted DUI, assault, and theft crimes, Jude can provide help like few others can. Regardless of the severity of your situation, Jude is on your side.

36 years

70%
DUI and DWI 30%

As a trusted and experienced DUI criminal defense lawyer, Jude will guide you through the process and communicate all of your options.

36 years

30%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 300-350 per hour

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Licenses

Licensed in California for 35 years

State: California

Acquired: 1990

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Colorado for 32 years

State: Colorado

Acquired: 1993

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

Law Office of Jude M. Koenig, APC

10075 West River Street, Suite 205, Truckee, CA, 96161

truckeedui.com

Jude Michael Koenig's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

24 Client Reviews

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Posted by Russ | August 09, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Russ R.

I don’t know where to begin! Jude is an absolutely amazing lawyer! I wouldn’t recommend anyone else in the area! He is very efficient, reliable, and not afraid to tell you what’s up! I would have thrown out 9 years of my life but he was an absolute legend and I only did 6 months, which I deserved. No...ne the less, almost 10 years later still helped out very much with getting those charges expunged and turning the page to an old chapter of my life. Absolute legend! Thank you!

Posted by anonymous | September 05, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Sex Crime

Best Legal Defense Money Can Buy!

I hired Jude to represent me for a very serious sexual assault case. I was facing a wrongful rape charge. There was some, but very little evidence against me. Ultimately Jude was able to get the case 100% dismissed. He was able to get all of the police reports, interviews, evidence, etc. and provided... all of that information to me throughout the course of the case. He was also able to file a waiver that did not require me to be in court in person as I live out of the area, and always kept me informed via e-mail with what happened that day and when my next court date would be. In my opinion he took a very realistic approach to what the outcome may be, always preparing me for the reality of the matters at hand, never sugar coating anything. The reality was that I was facing a maximum of 8 years in prison and a lifetime sex offender registration. Needless to say these were some very serious consequences. After months, and countless court dates, Jude was able to get this case 100% dismissed! There could not have been a better outcome! To Jude, I would just like to say THANK YOU! I am forever grateful to you for your services and I could not recommend hiring a better attorney in the Tahoe-Truckee area. If you are in trouble, do yourself a favor and give Jude M. Koenig a call!

Posted by anonymous | January 27, 2021 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Jude's THE man!

I hired Jude on two occasions. The first was a DUI. Jude got the DUI lowered to a wet and reckless. I was very pleased with the results. The second was a driving on a suspended. Jude got it dismissed! I was absolutely pleased with that outcome. During the second case, CHP had sent me a bill in regard...s to the wet and reckless which had already been closed. I asked Jude if there was anything I could do and he went out of his way to resolve that issue. I haven't heard from them since. Jude comes with a very fair price and outstanding representation. I would recommend Jude to anyone. Thanks Jude!

Posted by anonymous | April 21, 2020 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Jude is excellent - highly recommend!

I am pleased to wholeheartedly recommend Jude and his legal services. I had never been in trouble with the law before and was extremely nervous about my first offense DUI. Jude took the time to explain the process, and expertly navigated the options including securing the best possible outcome in c...ourt. I was clearly guilty so I was found guilty and paid my fines, did traffic school, and MADD courses, and Jude kept me out of jail and kept the penalties as minimal (while significant) as possible. Best of all, over two years later the conviction and probation were causing issues for my business and loans, etc., so Jude went above and beyond to go back to court very quickly on my behalf and secured the relief I needed from the Court. This saved my business and my reputation and I cannot thank Jude enough for going above and beyond to help me. His compensation was more than fair (and a bargain in retrospect) and his service and expertise were top notch.

Posted by Andrew | January 15, 2019 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Friendly and thorough

In October of 2018, I was stopped and arrested for DUI right at/under the legal limit. The very first thing I did was search for a DUI attorney in the Truckee area, and Jude's name was top of the list. Everyone I spoke to highly recommended his practice. His price was more than fair and away we went ...with the legal process. Throughout, Jude kept me aptly informed as to what was transpiring with my case and where we stood. After a couple months of, what was for me, easy going, we were able to settle for a wet and reckless charge. This came with a small court fee, no jail, no community service, no AA. Then, Jude went to battle against the CA DMV on my behalf, which we were sure we would lose and my license would be suspended. However, thanks to how thorough and knowledgeable Jude is, I was able to keep my driving privilege and did not have to face any negative repercussions from the DMV. Now, while I would have hoped to have the entire case cleared with no conviction whatsoever, the issue really came down to cost and my lack of funding to continue to proper trial. This is in no way a reflection on Jude and his practice. He kept me informed as to the costs of everything and we did not proceed any further unless I said go. He did his absolute best for me and I am more than happy with the outcome. I highly recommend his practice and will be enlisting his services in the future for record clearing. Thank you Jude!!!

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Jude Michael Koenig's Lawyer Endorsements

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Craig Osborne

Unknown lawyer | Jul 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Mark Malachowski

DUI and DWI lawyer | May 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I had a chance to talk with Jude at the CDLA Kuwatch DUI Seminar. I recommend him to anyone who is facing DUI charges."

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Experience

Rating:  8.4 (Excellent)

Honors

2019

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

2003 - Present

Principal, Law Office of Jude M. Koenig, APC

2001 - 2003

Deputy District Attorney, Nevada County District Attorney's Office

1998 - 1999

Deputy District Attorney, San Miguel County District Attorney's Office

1997 - 1998

Deputy District Attorney, Summit County District Attorney's Office

1996 - 1997

Deputy District Attorney, Eagle County

Associations

2008 - Present

California DUI Lawyers Association

Member

1990 - Present

State Bar of California

Member

2007 - 2014

Sierra College - Tahoe Truckee Campus

Instructor

2005 - 2014

Truckee Donner Chamber of Commerce

Board Member

2004 - 2005

Tahoe-Truckee Bar Association

Former President

Sample of Legal Cases

People v. Licea, 918 P.2d 1109 (1996)

Prevailed on the merits

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Education

1990

University of San Diego School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1982

San Diego State University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2007

Business Law Instructor

Sierra College Instructor

Publications

1996

Justia Law People V. Licea

Languages

English

Activity

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