Media Appearances by the Law Office of Victor Bakke, ALC
In our attorney's more than 20 years as a Honolulu criminal defense lawyer, we have handled very challenging criminal cases at the local, state, and federal levels. At the Law Office of Victor Bakke, ALC, we believe that every individual is entitled to receive skillful and high-quality representation. Whether you have been charged in a high-profile case or for a simple driving under the influence offense, your case will likely be up against public opinion. Our firm is prepared to listen to your story and aggressively advocate on your behalf.
As a result of our Honolulu criminal defense lawyer's devotion to clients and excellence in practice, he and his cases have been profiled by local, national, and international media outlets, including:
- NBC News
- CBS News
- ESPN
- Sports Illustrated
- Associated Press
- USA Today
- Los Angeles Times
- Boston Herald
- The Japan Times
- Taipei Times
- The Rocky Mountain News
- The San Diego Union-Tribune
- Contra Costa Times
- Honolulu Advertiser
- Honolulu Star-Bulletin
- Honolulu Star-Advertiser
- Honolulu Weekly
- The Maui News
- The Kauai Garden Island News
- Hawaii News Now
- Star Advertiser
In addition to the chronicles and newspapers that have highlighted the exceptional work provided by our attorney, some of the news channels he has appeared on include:
- KITV 4 News
- KHON 2 News
- KGMB 9 News
- KHNL 8 News
- KHNL: WATCH: 'The Mailbox Trial,' an HNN Special Report on the corruption case against the Kealohas
His media appearances are just one of many features that set our Honolulu criminal defense attorney apart from other lawyers in the area. His passion for practicing criminal defense is demonstrated in the quality of representation he provides. As a former prosecutor, he pulls from his past experience to deliver the professional level of service that clients deserve. With more than 3,000 criminal cases won to date, Attorney Victor Bakke's work and the advocacy he offers on his clients' behalf has frequently become newsworthy. Call our firm to request a consultation so that you can learn how we can help you with your case.
View Victor Bakke's Online Articles & Media Appearances
His media appearances are just one of many features that set our Honolulu criminal defense attorney apart from other lawyers in the area. His passion for practicing criminal defense is demonstrated in the quality of representation he provides. As a former prosecutor, he pulls from his past experience to deliver the professional level of service that clients deserve. With more than 3,000 criminal cases won to date, Attorney Victor Bakke's work and the advocacy he offers on his clients' behalf has frequently become newsworthy. Call our firm to request a consultation so that you can learn how we can help you with your case.
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- Verdicts help restore faith in the system, many say
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- 'The Mailbox Trial,' an HNN Special Report on the corruption case against the Kealohas
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