The Kent Law Firm, APC
Defense Attorney Committed To Defending Our Clients
Top Criminal Defense Attorney in Orange County – Win your case
1400 N. Harbor Blvd Suite 601, Fullerton, CA 92835
(714) 401-3827
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Defending Southern California for State Crimes & Nation-wide for Federal Crimes
Top Defense Attorney - "Less than 0.2% of lawyers are Criminal Law Specialists, as accredited by the California State Bar, Board of Legal Specialization."
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NATION’S TOP 100 CRMINAL DEFENSE ATTORNEY – Mr. Kent, a Certified Specialist in Criminal Law, a top 100 criminal defense attorney in the Nation has handled several thousand criminal defense cases, including over 100 jury trials, and has argued before the California Supreme Court. His clients have included politicians, lawyers, and law enforcement officers, and have been featured in both local and national news services as a defense attorney. Upon graduating with honors from college and law school, he immediately passed the California State Bar Exam to become a defense attorney. Through his experience with the Orange County Public Defender and Orange County District Attorney Offices during law school, Mr. Kent knew he wanted to assist those accused of crimes as a defense attorney. Mr. Kent has received numerous accolades as a criminal defense attorney, including an AV rating by Martindale-Hubbell, is a member of the NACDL, CACJ, and a co-founder of the North Orange County Bar Association as a defense attorney. He has practiced as a defense attorney in state and federal courts throughout California, as well as in Arizona, Florida, Hawaii, Nevada, New York, Oregon, Texas, West Virginia, and Washington. NORTH JUSTICE CENTER
25+ Years Of Experience
Defending Southern California for over 25 years.
Defining Success
Winning cases and helping getting results.
The Kent Law Firm, APC is Recognized for Excellence
Committed To Helping Our Clients Succeed
The Kent Law Firm, APC Practice Areas
DUI Defense
Experienced Orange County DUI attorney can guide you through the best course of action.
Felonies
Certified specialist in Criminal Law by the State Bar of California, we understand the system and what is at stake.
Drug Crimes
Kent Law never backs down from a case when things get complicated. We get results & win cases.
Domestic Violence
Let Kent law fight for you and navigate the rocky waters of Caliornia's domestic violence laws.
Theft Crimes
We have experience handling all types of theft cases, from shoplifting to armed robery.
Juvenile Crimes
Kent Law passionately fights to protect your child's future and get charges dropped quickly.
Sex Crimes
Let us guide you through the complexities of the legal system and help you understand your options.
Professional And Experienced Defense Attorney
Why Choose Our Firm
Excellent Track Record.
The Kent Law Firm has handled several thousand criminal cases over the years and we win for our clients. Don't risk your case and your life to anyone else.
Transparent Fees
If we decide to take on your case, we make sure that all fees and hours are billed legitmately keeping you in the loop 100% of the time.
Unparalleled Client Service
Unlike most law firms, when The Kent Law Firm takes on a client, we treat them with care and concern throughout the process.
The Kent Law Firm, APC Has 100% 5 Star Ratings
Mr. Kent is an outstanding choice for legal counsel and I am very happy that I chose to go with Kent Law Firm. Very friendly and communicates clearly every time, had zero issues during a case over the span of 3 years.
S K
03:26 02 Feb 23
I was playing plastic slingshot then someone called police, they showed up very quick.I got a citation of not having permit for plastic slingshot. I…
Vangsukit S.
09:08 27 Jan 23
Unfortunately, the last several years have not been the best for our family who had never previously had trouble with the law before. The first member of…
Tanya M.
11:31 28 Dec 22
I was facing a felony and was surely looking like I was going to prison. I have strikes and many priors. The DA was not budging. I hired Jeff Kent. He was…
Neil Z.
11:59 25 Sep 22
Jeff is an amazing attorney. Great with communication. And when it came time to be in court he is on point and was great at pleading my case to the judge. Couldn’t be happier with my results using him and I will recommend him to anyone I know that needs legal advise or an attorney.
Dominic Nolan
20:46 01 Sep 22
Jeff is an amazing attorney. Great with communication. And when it came time to be in court he is on point and was great at pleading my case to the judge….
Dominic N.
13:46 01 Sep 22
Unfortunately, the last several years have not been the best for our family who had never previously had trouble with the law before. Our daughter was in a domestic violence relationship and falsely accused of breaking and entering into her own apartment that she was not on the lease to, assault, and domestic violence, when she was actually the victim. Another member of our family was accused of a crime, while on the job. Both cases were lengthy and somewhat complicated with a lot of extenuating circumstances. A third member of the family went to see Jeff about another incident and he gave them advice, instructed them what they could do on their own and never charged them at all. (He even personally answered their phone calls twice from court when they had additional questions.) Jeff has been a blessing to our family! We are so thankful to have had an attorney who truly cares about our family. Jeff was ultimately able to get both cases completely dismissed which was no small feat in both cases. At the end of our daughter’s case, Jeff also took the time to have a heartfelt talk with her and wish her well, which meant so much to us. I highly recommend Attorney Jeff Kent! He will work hard for you and he truly cares about his clients.
brian m
02:02 24 Aug 22
Unfortunately, the last several years have not been the best for our family who had never previously had trouble with the law before. Our daughter was in a…
Brian M.
18:56 23 Aug 22
Marcos Diaz
20:58 25 May 22
Couldn’t have asked for a more thorough and detailed process to get my case handled and best possible offer on the tableHighly recommend.Will always be my first call
Richard Scott
03:03 24 May 22
Had to help out my nephew with an issue he had with the law. Contacted Jeff and he outlined what we needed to do and what our expectations should be. Jeff…
Chris L.
20:49 26 Apr 22
Vernon Van Winkle
20:19 31 Jan 22
Jeff was very responsive, helpful, and generous with his time.
Jason M.
06:36 14 Dec 21
Mr. Kent is the best in the business. He helped me with a very stressful situation and turned it into a very easy process with him. Anytime I needed to get in touch with him, he always picked up my phone calls. I would recommend Jeff Kent to anyone seeking counsel. He will make your life so easy.
Blaine Mengert
20:28 29 Nov 21
Mr. Kent is the best in the business. He helped me with a very stressful situation and turned it into a very easy process with him. Anytime I needed to get…
Blaine M.
12:33 29 Nov 21
We are very lucky to be represent by Jeff Kent. He is very professional in every step for my sons needs to go. Have an attorney like him make a difference…
Emily G.
17:34 27 Oct 21
Jeffreyis quick, down to the point, calming, great listener, honest, and experienced.Communication with him is easy and fast and he explains the whole process thoroughly. I feel like a winner today.
Arman Motamedi
19:53 23 Oct 21
There are a lot of lawyers in Southern CA, but there is no lawyer anywhere like Jeff Kent. He is truly the best of the best.He’s the opposite of the types of attorneys that want all your money and do only the minimum amount of work.Jeff Kent represented my daughter in court on multiple occasions and provided her with not only expert legal advice, but with caring, fatherly, worldly advice that has helped her advance in life considerably. He always went the extra mile for us at every critical juncture in our legal journey – he ran loops around any previous attorneys I have used or known. He cares about people first and foremost.If you are from out of state and have a loved one that needs help in California – you can rest assured knowing Jeff Kent is the best resource you can find for them.I do not hesitate to recommend Jeff Kent at the highest level for any legal services.
Jeff Mason
21:35 06 Oct 21
There are a lot of lawyers in California, but there are no lawyers anywhere like Jeff Kent.Incredible integrity, caring demeanor and expert command of the…
Jeff M.
14:59 06 Oct 21
I wouldn’t choose anyone else then to be represented by The Kent Law Firm. Thank you very much!
Cody Green
20:47 30 Sep 21
The Kent Law Firm was beyond helpful and reliable. Working with Jeff was a privilege and I strongly recommend signing with him for the best possible…
Cody G.
20:19 29 Sep 21
This 5-star review is way past due. I believe it was back in 2001 when I first got myself into quite a bit of trouble, they were charging me with multiple…
steven n.
14:06 25 Aug 21
Jeff Kent is great! He is professional and provides excellent representation for his clients. I would recommend him to anybody!
Garrett Blackwell
03:03 24 Aug 21
If u have Criminal Law problem!!Jeffrey D. Kent is Best lawyer 👍Talk to him….not let u down.
Chang Jill
03:25 04 Aug 21
so all i can tell u is very simple jeff is a very confident man knows and does his job well im very happy to find and had him working on my case highly recommend him. he was amazing got me what i needed and if needed again will see him again thank u
Thomas Yackee
01:49 24 Jun 21
Jeff Kent is an amazing attorney! If you ever find yourself in need of an attorney that is with you every step of the way, Jeff is it! His years of…
Robin D.
10:11 20 Feb 21
Jeff is a great attorney and a great guy. He goes above and beyond for his clients and, in my experience, with the best results possible. We all make…
Benjamin S.
14:46 30 Jan 21
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Danielle Shields
17:28 16 Dec 20
My son was charged with a DUI Felony and things looked very grim. By the grace of God, an attorney friend referred me to Jeff Kent and all I can say that…
Danielle S.
09:21 16 Dec 20
I have had the pleasure of working with Jeff on multiple cases over the course of the last 12 years. He has shown a great deal of compassion and commitment to me and my family. He has resolved cases quickly and insured that I had the best possible outcome. He kept me out of jail at a time where I was potentially going to miss the birth of my son. For that I am eternally grateful.
Garrett Cady
17:06 09 Oct 20
I have had the pleasure of working with Jeff on multiple cases over the course of the last 12 years. He has shown a great deal of compassion and commitment…
Garrett C.
12:32 09 Oct 20
Jeff and his firm did a great job with my case. Jeff is professional and very connected with those at the courthouse. He knows how to get the end result that you want. Jeff communicated with me at every step, and we ended up getting to where I wanted to be in the end. Thanks to Jeff!
Bruce Fish
21:11 15 Sep 20
Jeff and his firm did a great job with my case. Jeff is professional and very connected with those at the courthouse. He knows how to get the end result…
Bruce F.
14:10 15 Sep 20
Simply stated, without a doubt, I would hire Jeff Kent as my legal representation again. Additionally, I would highly recommend Mr.Kent to any family member…
Eric V.
13:59 08 Sep 20
Kristopher Kirkpatrick
17:12 07 Aug 20
Jeffery Kent I was very fortunate to have Jeffrey D Kent as my Defense Attorney. My DUI case was very complicated and without Jeffrey D Kent things…
Daniel O.
13:54 16 Jul 20
I was in need of an attorney for correspondence between myself and the DOJ (Department of Justice), I had previously contacted (3) other attorneys whom…
Lawrence M.
11:37 06 Jul 20
Jeffreyis quick, down to the point, calming, great listener, honest, and experienced. Communication with him is easy and fast and he explains the whole…
Arman M.
08:03 26 Jun 20
After being robbed with another attorney that did absolutely nothing for my case. We searched up lawyers on yelp and came upon Jeff Kent. We saw the excellent reviews and stars from previous customers and decided to talk to him as well as other lawyers we had already talked to. Immediately Jeff made me feel like he knew what he was doing and that he would definitely be able to help me. He is very professional and knows so much about the system. He closed my case successfully and I am so great full to have found him and not have to step foot Into to prison. I would definitely go to him for any other case I need and will surely recommend him to anyone I know that needs of his assistance.
edwin reyes
02:09 25 Jun 20
After being robbed with another attorney that did absolutely nothing for my case. We searched up lawyers on yelp and came upon Jeff Kent. We saw the…
Edwin R.
19:08 24 Jun 20
andreana lombardo
23:36 15 May 20
The Kent Law Firm is so amazing and professional!! Jeffrey Kent assisted with getting my DUI dismissed whilst always keeping me updated and informed! The…
Andi L.
16:35 15 May 20
I could not be happier with my experience! I was referred to Jeffrey by my mother who has been a long term family friend with him. Jeffrey is outstanding at his practice, and could not have been more professional. He always kept me informed with the newest information on my case. He was able to get my DUI case completely dismissed. I highly recommend and I will definitely be using him again in the future if needed. Thanks Jeff!
jared fox
19:42 20 Mar 20
Mr Kent is phenomenal. From day 1 to the day my case was dismissed, I couldn’t ask for a better attorney. The process was smooth and having Mr Kent guide me step by step was amazing. The Kent Law Firm true professionals. 100% satisfied.Once again thank you Mr. Kent
Andres R
18:13 06 Mar 20
Mr Kent is phenomenal. From day 1 to the day my case was dismissed, I couldn’t ask for a better attorney. The process was smooth and having Mr Kent guide me…
Andres R.
10:12 06 Mar 20
I called on Jeffrey Kent to inquire about defending my son who had been charged with assault on a minor, which to our mind was a great overstatement for a family scuffle. The name of the charge makes it sound horrible. At our first meeting Jeff put it in perspective, and was able to speak with my son in a calm reassuring but realistic manner, and best of all, to listen attentively and with great understanding. This went a long way to give us confidence. Further, his follow through with the details of the case and reduction of the charge to simple battery was most gratifying. We found Mr. Kent to be very professional, knowledgeable, a great listener and negotiator. It is without hesitation that I highly recommend The Kent Law Firm.
Fred Adams
21:42 13 Feb 20
Great experience with The Kent Law Firm. Very professional and very prompt and clear about how to approach the whole situation. i was in a real bender which was immigration sensitive which made the case that much more complicated. I couldn’t just take any deal no matter how good it sounded and Jeff Kent made sure we got the best option possible while still saving my status in this country. I highly recommend this law firm for any criminal case.
Jesus Martinez
22:29 04 Sep 19
I contacted Jeff Kent when we found out that our son was looking at some serious time. I felt so nervous because our son had a back ground that we were not totally aware of all the details. Jeff was kind, calm and made it easy to understand. It was a hard time but Jeff gave us hope and it turned out our son could be home for his 21st birthday. Thank you so much!
Cindi Viola
21:06 06 Aug 19
Elizabeth Falcon
06:42 28 Apr 19
Jeff worked hard to get my granddaughter the best deal possible. She was in serious trouble and very emotional the first time that she talked to Jeff. Jeff was very patient with her and gave her excellent advice. There was no way that she was not going to prison, but Jeff did his best to keep her calm while keeping her family informed. I hope that our family never needs a lawyer again, but if we do we will definitely call Jeff.
Diane Cornish
00:49 23 Apr 19
I can’t thank Jeff Kent enough. Having had a prior misdemeanor offense dropped through his help, I returned to his office when I picked up a new charge (this one potentially being a felony). He was both considerate and knowledgeable about my situation and most importantly he was someone I could trust. The charge was mitigated to a misdemeanor, I avoided jail time, and kept my job. Moreover, he was able to provide me with options for personal help considering my case.
Daniel Espinoza
19:41 02 Apr 19
Chad Kidder
14:28 13 Mar 19
When in trouble with the law it is a true fact that you will require a great criminal law defense attorney such as Mr. Kent! His knowledge of criminal law…
George K.
14:57 28 Feb 19
Words can’t describe how satisfied I am with Jeff Kent’s services. I interviewed maybe 10 other lawyers before going with him because he simply was more knowledgeable than the rest and also made you feel at ease when you think your life is about to get flipped upside down. He saved me from a felony charge along with a probation violation and now I can fulfill my daily responsibilities and live life normally again.If you are searching for a lawyer look no further.
Rad H
01:44 07 Dec 18
Jeff Kent is a very experienced attorney who has helped me on two different occasions. He takes care to explain the situation to you clearly and let’s you know what to expect every step of the way so you’re never in the dark. If you want an attorney that fights for you, he’s the man.
Robin Suh
16:18 25 Oct 18
Jeff went above and beyond to help me get everything squared away. Always easily available to get in contact with and walked me through everything step by step. I would definitely recommend him to anyone in legal trouble. Thank you Jeff!
Mitch
23:15 05 Jul 18
I don’t have enough words to describe how amazing the experience with this firm was. Jeff works very hard to make sure you have winning results. I could not have asked for better services. From the moment I first called him until my case was over and dismissed , I was at ease that I has made the right choice.Thank you again Kent Law Firm!
Lau V
23:04 07 Jun 18
Mr.Kent helped me terminated my three year probation in weeks of time,he saved my life so that I can join the air force after all.He s honest,kind ,confident and know what he s doing.I highly recommend everyone has criminal issues and can t find a way to deal with it ask help from Mr.Kent!Thank you,Mr.Kent!
Zill Ujara
21:32 08 May 18
Absolutely Amazing lawyer, Jeff got my Felony dropped off my Record completely as if it never happened. I would highly recommend Jeff as your Lawyer. He knows what he’s doing & is also very well connected within the system. You won’t regret hiring him.
James Redgrave
00:09 07 Apr 18
I was living the worst moment in my life and I felt the world was caving in on me.I then found Jeff Kent, Jeff is extremely intelligent in Criminal Law Defense. He handles your case personally, he has this unique characteristic where his presence is felt in any room. No one is going to outthink Jeff in any room.When you combine his fast thinking , experience you have the best Attorney behind you and supporting you. Do not leave this to chance have Jeff in your corner with all his force and you will end up happy like me.
Ricardo beltran
18:21 05 Mar 18
What more could we have asked for. On point all the way! Fair and reasonable price, attentive attorney who follow through with what he says he is going to…
Tammee E.
18:42 12 Oct 17
Yes… WooHoo… Jeff Kent nailed it. A year ago I was overwhelmed with legal trouble and confusion on what I could do next to better my situation….
Carey L.
15:54 12 Oct 17
Christopher Simoni
17:35 05 Nov 16
Greg Skipjack
10:29 19 Jun 16
Jeff,Thank you for all your hard work!
Ryan Sieloff
19:44 14 Jan 16
Mr. Jeff Kent was referred to me at a very difficult time in my life. I felt lost and scared at the same time for the situation I was in. From the moment I met Mr. Kent, he put my mind to ease. He was very patient and went through every scenario of what the outcome could possibly be in my case. Thank fully the case was dismissed without moving further. But Mr. Kent was on top of the information and was contacting and asking the appropriate people on where my case stood, and kept me informed at each step of the way.I would recommend Mr. Kent to anyone in need of his services without hesitation.Thank you Jeff.
A Sagar
22:44 11 Sep 15
Jeff and his team did a wonderful job helping me with all my questions and concerns. I would highly recommend The Kent Law Firm for anyone who needs legal assistance.
RICHARD VARTIGIAN
15:18 30 Apr 15
This review is specific to Jeff Kent. Unfortunately, I had a couple mishaps over my lifetime, and in both instances, Jeff was there to aid me. Jeff is extremely professional, courteous and friendly. In both instances, Jeff made my dealings with the courts almost non-existent, dealt with my cases on my behalf and both times, came back with favorable outcomes. I can’t speak highly enough about Jeff and the great job that he has done for me personally. He’ll always be in my phone book for any mishaps in the future too (hoping I never have to call again though)! Thanks Jeff!!!
Joel Brooks
18:01 13 Oct 14
Jeff Kent was an awesome attorney. Not only did he appear in court on my behalf 9 times but was also successful in getting all my charges dismissed, keeping my dmv record clean, no increases in my insurance and fortunately I was able to keep my job. I would recommend him to anybody who needs an excellent attorney.
dan Theman
17:59 08 Jun 14
Jeff came highly recommended by several close friends when I was in need of an attorney – I must say that I too was more than satisfied with the outcome of my case. If you are in need of an attorney in the OC area, this is your guy!Thank you Jeff!
Kristopher Kirkpatrick
23:09 06 Mar 14
When his military career was in jeopardy….When my minor son found himself in trouble with the law…..We were just beside ourselves with worry. We would have to go to Court, the charges seemed terrible, I was thinking of just riding it out with the Court, accepting whatever the Court was going to do. I have worked in a Court setting and Court was not unfamiliar to me…but this was my son’s future.I had gone to school with Jeff Kent, I had known Jeff professionally, and always thought highly of him, not only as an individual but also as a professional.We called Jeff and from the first interview I was immediately relieved and I knew my son’s future was in more than capable hands.Three court dates later, my son’s case was dismissed. Jeff guided us through the Court process, gave us step by step instructions on what my son and his family would need to do. With some work on our part at the direction of our attorney and Jeff’s skill and knowledge with the Juvenile Justice system my son’s case, as of today July 15, 2013, is dismissed and his life is back on track.The Medina family
Michele Cades
00:57 16 Jul 13