Dan Koukol has a reputation as a top-flight litigator, a tough negotiator and one of the keenest sentencing experts in the nation. This sketch explains how and why he gained and deserves that reputation.
Following his graduation from the University of Pacific—McGeorge School of Law, Dan was admitted to the practice of law in 1986. In 1987, Dan was recruited to join the Placer County Public Defender’s Office.
Dan excelled in trials. He was known for his lengthy win streaks; at one time he tried seven consecutive cases without suffering a conviction. He secured so many acquittals in serious cases that the Roseville Press Tribune contacted the District Attorney’s Office to inquire why that office was prosecuting innocent people.
During the next several years, Dan represented thousands of defendants who were charged with felony offenses. His clients ranged from first time offenders to the most serious criminals in the system. All were represented with determination and skill.
In 1990, in recognition of his skills and experience, Dan was quickly elevated to Chief Assistant Public Defender, the second in command of the office. Four years later Dan became a name partner in the Tauman-Koukol firm, and contractually responsible for all Placer County public defender goings-on.
In his spare time he also became one of the state’s “sentencing gurus,” known for his ability to unravel complex sentencing issues. In the mid-1990's Dan consolidated his computer programming experience and sentencing expertise to write a software program to “calculate sentences” under California's complex “determinate sentencing law.”
That work gave birth to CrimeTime Sentencing Calculation Software (www.placergroup.com) which is now a staple for California criminal attorneys.
In 2006, Dan chose to go into private practice. He has found private practice quite wonderful. If you view his clients’ testimonials, (www.dankoukol.com) you will see they too found wonderful Dan’s decision to continue his work as one of California’s premier criminal defense attorneys. Dan continues to receive spectacular results for his clients.
Dan Koukol—Don’t find yourself in court without him.
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