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Attorney Kenneth M. Hallum is a criminal defense lawyer, admitted to the California State Bar Association in 2004. As a private defense attorney, he has also served as a conflict public defender, and court appointed criminal defense attorney.
In 2021, Ken introduced bankruptcy representation in response to the needs of so many from the disastrous economic climate brought about by the pandemic and COVID-19.
Working with Ken greatly increases your chances of winning your Santa Barbara traffic ticket case, receiving no fine, no points, suspension or insurance penalties, and offers representation for all traffic violations.
Areas of Practice
Traffic Law
DUI
Bankruptcy
SPEEDING TICKETS
DMV Hearings
Ken relies on his experience as a 22 year veteran of the police force and his service on a DUI enforcement unit to create a unique understanding of both sides of the law. Admitted to the California State Bar Association in 2004, he soon opened his law practice and settled into Santa Barbara.
Ken has two young sons, Carter and Tanner and is an active member of the Santa Barbara youth sports community. Ken’s law practice focuses on all aspects of traffic law and DUI, from underage DUI and field sobriety tests to major DUI infractions.
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Licensed in California for 21 years
State: California
Acquired: 2004
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Posted by Thane | August 15, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Helped with my speeding ticket
Ken was very kind and kept in touch always communicating the moves he made. Starting from the written declaration to showing up in court he helped get me off my ticket, and it was altogether a good experience. Would recommend him.
Kenneth Hallum
Replied last March 18, 2022Thank you for sharing your review Thane. I'm glad that I was able to help get you off of a ticket and that he communicated with you throughout the process. We're always happy when our clients are pleased. If you find yourself in any of these situations or someone you know is faced with such dillema , the best course of action is to hire an excellent Traffic Ticket Attorney. Here's the number to call 805-892-6976. And if you're feeling in the mood, sharing this to Yelp reviews would be much appreciated https://yelp.com/biz/kenneth-m-hallum-santa-barbara
Posted by Leslie | June 02, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Kept my record clean!
I'm forever grateful. He is very knowledgeable of the local court system & following his every recommendation got me off of what would have been my first ticket (not seeing a stopped school bus). Do not hesitate to fight your ticket, he's definitely got your back. Thank you for keeping my record clea...
Kenneth Hallum
Replied last March 18, 2022We appreciate your kind words, Leslie. We're glad we could help you keep your record clean and make sure you were well-represented in court. Thank you for taking the time to share this with us! If you ever have questions about traffic, or need a traffic attorney, you know who to call! I am just a phone call away at 805-892-6976 Thanks again, and hope you're doing well. And if you're feeling in the mood, sharing this to Yelp reviews would be much appreciated https://yelp.com/biz/kenneth-m-hallum-santa-barbara
Posted by anonymous | May 31, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Best Representation Available !!!!!!
Got everything dropped and made the whole experience as painless as possible! Mr. Hallum represented me for two tickets, and a total of three citations. I was extremely nervous going into it - as I could not afford any points on my license, they were relatively serious infractions, and the police we...
Kenneth Hallum
Replied last March 19, 2022Thank you for your kind words and taking the time to review my firm. I'm glad I was able to help in this situation, but also that we could do so with a pleasant experience. If you have any other questions or concerns please feel free to reach out! Here's the number to call 805-892-6976. And if you're feeling in the mood, sharing this to Yelp reviews would be much appreciated https://yelp.com/biz/kenneth-m-hallum-santa-barbara
Posted by Dwight | April 13, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Kenneth Hallum
I hired Mr. Hallum to represent me for a red light violation. He was upfront and honest from the start. Mr. Hallum dealt with the situation with the utmost professionalism and I was found not guilty! Very impressive. Very appreciated. If do not contact Mr. Kenneth Hallum should you need counsel yo...
Kenneth Hallum
Replied last March 19, 2022I am so happy to hear that you were pleased with the service provided by Hallum Law. If there's anything else we can do for you or any of our future clients, please don't hesitate to reach out. Here's the number to call 805-892-6976. If you're feeling in the mood, it'd be great if you could share this to our Facebook reviews https://www.facebook.com/SantaBarbaraLawyers/reviews
Posted by Bismark | December 23, 2016 | Hired Attorney
Thankful
The first day I consulted to him he gave me hope. And when I hired him he gave me victory. Thanks
Kenneth Hallum
Replied last March 19, 2022Thank you for your review Bismark. I'm glad to hear that my services were able to give you a sense of hope and victory in the courtroom. If there's anything else we can do for you, please don't hesitate to reach out. Here's the number to call 805-892-6976. If you're feeling in the mood, it'd be great if you could share this to our Facebook reviews https://www.facebook.com/SantaBarbaraLawyers/reviews
Kenneth Marlon Hallum's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer as a knowledgeable attorney and one to give practical advice."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I have worked opposite Ken several times, and have found him to be highly ethical and focused on obtaining a good result for his client without increasing litigation costs - a rarity."
"Ken was fantastic in handling a case for me in Ventura. Moreover, he has a great personality and bends over backwards when dealing with fellow colleagues. He definitely knows his stuff!"
"I endorse this lawyer. Ken was the first attorney I did any legal work with. He is very knowledgeable about the criminal side of the law and I'm sure his years in law enforcement and working for the courts helped before he became an attorney! Ken is direct and honest, he won't mislead a client. He's thorough and completely competent when it comes to DUIs or any other criminal type issue."
"Having discussed and strategized cases with Ken Hallum in past - I can attest that he knows the law, knows the ropes, and fights hard for his clients (in court and at DMV). With great success, he is committed to protecting his client's rights as though they were his own."
Robert Hamilton
DUI and DWI lawyer
Experience
Work Experience
2004 - Present
Attorney, Law Office of Kenneth M. Hallum
Associations
2009 - Present
California DUI Defense Lawyers AssociationRegular Member
2009 - Present
National College of DUI DefenseGeneral Member
2009 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersRegular
2006 - Present
California Public Defenders AssociationPrivate Defense Counsel
Sample of Legal Cases
Peo v. K.K.
Dismissed
Peo v. F.B.
Not Guilty
Education
2000
University of Northern California - Lorenzo Patino School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
Publications
2021
dui805.com
10 Things They Don't Tell You About Your DUI
Languages
English
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Legal Guides
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How long for DMV to remove point again after traffic court extended deadline after and traffic school successfully completed?
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