About John

John Jimenez is a licensed attorney admitted to practice law in the State of California. He was admitted to the California State Bar in 1976. His license is currently in active status. Mr. Jimenez is the principal attorney at Jimenez Law Offices, a criminal defense firm located in Palm Desert, California. He has been practicing law for over 39 years, serving clients throughout the Coachella Valley and surrounding areas.

Mr. Jimenez earned his Juris Doctor degree from the University of California, Berkeley, Boalt Hall School of Law, where he graduated in 1976. Prior to law school, he completed his undergraduate education at the University of California, Riverside, receiving a Bachelor of Arts degree in 1973. During his time at UC Berkeley, he was involved in various legal clinics and externships, gaining practical experience in criminal law.

Mr. Jimenez concentrates his practice in the areas of criminal defense, representing individuals charged with a wide range of offenses, including DUI, drug-related crimes, theft, domestic violence, and white-collar crimes. He handles all stages of criminal proceedings, from pre-trial motions and negotiations to trial and appeals. His extensive experience has enabled him to secure favorable outcomes for many clients, including not guilty verdicts in complex cases.

Throughout his career, Mr. Jimenez has appeared in numerous courts across California, including the Superior Court of California for the County of Riverside and the United States District Court for the Southern District of California. He has also represented clients in appellate courts, advocating for the reversal of convictions and the reduction of sentences. His dedication to criminal defense has been recognized by his peers, earning him a reputation as a committed advocate for the accused.

Mr. Jimenez is an active member of the California Public Defenders Association and the Riverside County Bar Association. He has been recognized in publications such as Inland Empire Magazine and Palm Springs Life Magazine for his contributions to the field of criminal defense. Fluent in both English and Spanish, he is able to effectively serve a diverse clientele in the Coachella Valley.

Education

Univ of California Riverside

Undergraduate Degree

UC Berkeley School of Law Boalt Hall

Law Degree

Languages

English (Spoken, Written) Spanish (Spoken)

Accepted Jurisdictions

California

Court Admissions

Superior Court of California for the County of Riverside State Trial Court
U.S. District Court for the Southern District of California U.S. District Court

Types of Cases Handled

DUI drug-related crimes theft domestic violence white-collar crimes

Legal Services Scope

Hearings Appeals Litigation Negotiations Trials

Office Locations

Main Office

 77760 Country Club Dr Ste H Palm Desert CA 92211