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Kenneth E. Bacon
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Kenneth E. Bacon

4.9
16 reviews

11918 Aviation Boulevard, Inglewood, CA 90304 [2, *]+ 4 locations

Legal Malpractice

About Kenneth E. Bacon

Kenneth E.Bacon has served as Senior Counsel at Mastagni Holstedt, APC, with a legal career marked by extensive experience in civil and trial practice, focusing on attorney professional liability and risk management. He is widely recognized for his work in State Bar discipline defense and attorney-client fee disputes. Admitted to all California courts and several U.S. District Courts, he also serves as an expert witness and consultant on attorney fees and legal ethics. Previously, he was the Principal of Lewis & Bacon, offering deep insights into complex legal matters. An esteemed speaker and panelist, he regularly contributes to discussions on legal ethics and fee arbitration at prominent seminars. His articles, published in reputable journals like Advocate Magazine, emphasize risk management in legal practice. Notably, he co-drafted a resolution leading to the successful amendment of California's Business & Professions Code for legal malpractice claims. His appellate work, including pivotal cases like Hensley v. Caietti, underscores his influence in shaping legal standards.

 

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Areas of Law

  • Legal Ethics and Professional Responsibility 1
    • Legal Malpractice

Practice Details

  • Payment Information
    Payment & Cost Features
    Free initial consultation
  • Firm Information
    Position
    Senior Associate
    Firm Name
    Mastagni Holstedt, APC
  • Representative Cases & Transactions
    Cases
    J.C. Penney Casualty Insurance Co. v. M.K. (1991) 52 Cal.3d 1009 278 Cal. Rptr. 64
    Hensley v. Caetti (1993) 13 Cal. App. 4th 1165, 16 Cal. Rptr. 2d 837
    723.
  • Additional Links
    https://www.mastagni.com/attorneys/associates/kenneth-bacon/

Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    1982, California
    U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California
    U.S. District Court, Northern District of California
    U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
    Memberships
    Sacramento County (Chair, Mandatory Fee Arbitration Committee) and American (Member: Standing Committee on Professional Responsibility
    National Legal Malpractice Data Center
    Forum Committee on Construction
    Litigation Section) Bar Associations
    State Bar of California (Presiding Arbitrator, Mandatory Fee Arbitration Program
    Member: Mandatory Fee Arbitration Committee (Chair, 2011-2012)
    Sections on: Litigation
    Law Practice Management
    Real Property Law).
  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    University of Santa Clara School of Law
    Class of 1982
    J.D.
    Other Education
    San Jose State University
    Class of 1978
    B.S.
    Administration of Justice with highest honors
    Legal Certifications
    Certified Specialist in Legal Malpractice, State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization
  • Personal Details & History
    Age
    Born in 1956
    1956

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Senior Associate at Mastagni Holstedt, APC
4.9
16 reviews

11918 Aviation BoulevardInglewood, CA 90304U.S.A.

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1912 I StreetSacramento, CA 95811U.S.A.

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6689 Owens Drive, Suite 100Pleasanton, CA 94588U.S.A.

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9327 Fairway View Place, Suite 304Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730U.S.A.

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2421 Broadway StreetRedwood City, CA 94063U.S.A.

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Sacramento, CA

1912 I StreetSacramento, CA 95811U.S.A.

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Pleasanton, CA

6689 Owens Drive, Suite 100Pleasanton, CA 94588U.S.A.

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Rancho Cucamonga, CA

9327 Fairway View Place, Suite 304Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730U.S.A.

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Redwood City, CA

2421 Broadway StreetRedwood City, CA 94063U.S.A.

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  • What year was this attorney first admitted to the bar?
    Kenneth E. Bacon was admitted in 1982 to the State of California.
  • Is this attorney admitted to practice in any U.S. Federal Courts?
    Kenneth E. Bacon is admitted to practice before the United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit, United States District Court for the Eastern District of California and United States District Court for the Northern District of California.
  • Is this attorney Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review rated?
    Yes, Kenneth E. Bacon has a 4.9 Peer Rating from Martindale-Hubbell.
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    Yes, Kenneth E. Bacon has a presence in Pleasanton, CA; Rancho Cucamonga, CA; Redwood City, CA and Sacramento, CA.
  • What law school did this attorney attend?
    Kenneth E. Bacon attended University of Santa Clara School of Law.

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