Law Offices of Jon K. Renge
2100 Tulare St
Suite 406
Fresno, CA 93721
Phone: (559) 444-0300
Criminal Defense
I accept all new clients.
CA, Jun 1997
Bar Number: 188529
All State and Federal Courts in California
State Bar of California
I have attended a number of legal seminars relating to criminal defense, rules of evidence and trial techniques in order to be current on the new developments in my profession. I am in full compliance with all of the State Bar standards and requirements for continuing education.
In a recent case, I represented a defendant charged with elder abuse. The allegations were that she only married the elderly man so she could deplete his savings and checking accounts. During this marriage with this elderly man, she was actually living with a different man at his home. The jury returned a verdict of not guilty on all counts.
J.D.
McGeorge School of Law
Sacramento
CA
1996
Criminal Defense
B.A.
California State University at Fresno
Fresno
CA
1990
English Literature
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California
My firm's focus is to give clients honest and direct legal advice and assessments of their criminal case. I started my firm in January of 2005.
I began my legal career at the Fresno County Public Defenders Office representing defendants accused of committing misdemeanor and felony crimes. My last assignment was as an attorney on the Major Crimes Team where I handled homicides, molestation and sex cases, Third Strikes cases, high-exposure prison cases and complex cases.
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People should educate themselves to assist their lawyer in the defense of their cases. It is their case and their lives that are at stake. However, there must be an understanding that I will ultimately decide the best legal strategy to pursue based on my experience and knowledge of the law.
I want to review all documents applicable to their case. There are times when a client may not think that a particular fact or bit of information is important, but it may become very important to factual or legal defenses.
I will not give advice to anyone representing themselves.
I became an attorney to make a comfortable living helping people in a profession that will challenge me on a daily basis.
I had a number of jobs prior to becoming an attorney (busboy, produce clerk, substitute teacher, farmer) where I have worked with people from different racial and socio-economic backgrounds; this gives me an understanding of their current situation. Also, my varied employment background has taught me interpersonal communication skills with different types of people.
I enjoy the changing dynamics and challenges of criminal defense. Every case is different and requires a different approach.
I enjoy helping clients by reducing their fear and the stress associated with being arrested and having criminal charges pending. I also like to win jury trials.
I am a sole practitioner who emphasizes personalized attention for each client. You will be speaking directly to me regarding all of your questions about your case.
My strength is my communication skills. This is crucial in communicating with the Court and the DA to get my clients the best possible resolution; furthermore, communication skills are obviously important in jury trials. Also, good communication skills have allowed me to effectively represent clients with English as their second language and clients who have limited reading skills.
I work hard on behalf of my clients and will be honest and direct when I advise them about their cases. I want to ensure that my clients are well-informed throughout their case and have confidence in my legal abilities to help them.
I enjoy spending time with my family and working on the family farm.
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Monday through Friday
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
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My fees vary depending on the nature and complexities of the case.
Almost all of my cases are handled on a flat-fee basis.
All of my initial consultations are free.
My retainer is reasonable and varies from $500 to several thousand dollars, depending on the type of case we are dealing with.
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