About Fred
Fred J. Knez is a licensed attorney admitted to practice law in the State of California in 1980. He holds and maintains an active license status. Mr. Knez is the founder and managing partner of Knez Law Group LLP, a civil litigation firm located at 3890 Tenth Street, Riverside, California 92501. The firm represents both plaintiffs and defendants in various legal matters across California.
Mr. Knez earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science from the University of Colorado. He then pursued his Juris Doctor at Pepperdine University School of Law in Malibu, California, graduating in 1979. During his time at Pepperdine, he served as chairman of the Honor Board and was a member of the Law Review, reflecting his commitment to legal scholarship and ethics.
Mr. Knez's practice areas encompass serious personal injury and business litigation, representing both plaintiffs and defendants. He has handled cases involving construction defects, legal malpractice, medical malpractice, and product liability. His experience spans all stages of litigation, including case evaluation, discovery, mediation, settlement negotiations, and trial proceedings in both state and federal courts.
Throughout his career, Mr. Knez has been admitted to practice before several courts: the State Bar of California in 1980, the U.S. District Court in 1981, the Ninth Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals in 1983, and the U.S. Supreme Court in 1984. He began his private practice in 1984, establishing a reputation for his dedication to clients and his thorough understanding of complex legal issues.
Mr. Knez is an active member of the Riverside County Bar Association and the California State Bar Association. He has served as a referee for the State Bar, specializing in legal malpractice cases for over twenty years. In his personal life, he enjoys golf, fishing, and riding his Harley. He and his wife, Myra, have four children and eleven grandchildren, reflecting his strong family values.
