Following a successful career as a Judge Advocate and subsequently as a Prosecuting Attorney for the City of Seattle, I chose to enter the private sector and represent those who unfortunately find themselves charged with a crime. I have handled hundreds of criminal cases throughout my career. I represent my clients zealously and with an abundance of compassion and care, and I continue to look forward to the challenge of serving those who find themselves in need of my professional services.

(206) 293-9590 Harborscape Professional Bldg
1524 Alaskan Way, Ste 110
Seattle, WA 98101

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Emily M. Gause

Seattle, WA Criminal Law Lawyer. 5 years experience

(206) 660-8775 1001 Fourth Avenue, Suite 4400
Seattle, WA 98154

Free ConsultationCriminal, Appeals and Juvenile
Seattle University School of Law and Washington State University

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Recognized as an aggressive defender who gets impressive results in serious cases, Emily M. Gause is committed to compassionate representation, working with clients to devise an investigation plan and craft the most effective defense strategy. She defends people charged with serious felonies in state and federal courts across the State of Washington. Ms. Gause has overturned convictions in the Washington State Court of Appeals and obtained many favorable results in felony trials. She has carved an impressive reputation in the criminal defense legal community as a rising star. After graduating with a degree in...

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Charles Henry Williams

Seattle, WA Criminal Law Lawyer. 36 years experience

(877) 373-0835 707 S. Snoqualmie St., Ste. 4A
Seattle, WA 98108-1700

Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI and Domestic Violence
Seattle University

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After obtaining his law degree (Seattle University) and serving for four years as an administrative law judge, Charles started his own law firm in Olympia and worked in a number of areas of law. Eventually he limited his practice to criminal defense. In 2010 he moved his law practice to Seattle. In the course of his career as a criminal-defense lawyer, Charles has successfully defended persons accused of everything from homicide, sex, firearm and drug charges to DV assault and DUI. He has also served as a pro tem judge in juvenile and district courts. And he...

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Bradley Clar Johnson

Seattle, WA Criminal Law Attorney. 24 years experience

(206) 223-1601 1325 4th Ave
Suite 535
Seattle, WA 98101

Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI, Domestic Violence and Juvenile
University of Washington School of Law

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Bradley Johnson opened his firm straight out of law school to provide top notch legal aid to those who need it. As a zealous advocate for the rights of injured victims, and those accused of crimes, Bradley has had tremendous success over the years. Bradley's belief is that no matter what your financial situation, everyone deserves aggressive and effective legal reprsentation. This philosophy is a large part of the success of Bradley Johnson Attorneys.

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Michelle Dellino

Seattle, WA Criminal Law Attorney. 7 years experience

(206) 659-6839 2450 6th Ave South
Suite 210
Seattle, WA 98134

Criminal, DUI, Divorce and Family
Seattle University School of Law and Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law, Arizona State University

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Devoted. Prepared. Accessible. Compassionate. Michelle Dellino is the managing attorney at Dellino Law Group. At Dellino Law Group our practice is results oriented and heavily focused on both preparing an aggressive defense right away and client communication. We provide non-judgmental and efficient representation with an emphasis on achieving client goals through immediate problem solving.

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Eric John Makus

Seattle, WA Criminal Law Lawyer. 8 years experience

(206) 652-2562 411 University Street
Suite 1200
Seattle, WA 98101

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Active personal injury and criminal defense practice. Read for the bar exam through the Washington State Bar Association’s Rule 6 Law Clerk Program under attorney Dean Standish Perkins in Seattle, Washington. Former special assistant to Representative Thomas S. Foley, former Speaker of the United States House of Representatives. Taught English in Viet Nam. Member of Tribal Court Bars. Member of Phi Delta Theta.

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Matthew A. Leyba

Seattle, WA Criminal Law Attorney. 11 years experience

(206) 357-8454 1700 Seventh Avenue Ste. 2100
Seattle, WA 98101

Free ConsultationCriminal and DUI
Gonzaga University School of Law

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Im a DUI Attorney in Seattle, WA. I started my legal career at the Spokane Public Defenders Office in 2004. After 2 years I got a job in Seattle, WA at the largest criminal defense firm in the State. While there I handled a wide variety of criminal cases and represented thousands of individuals. In 2010 I started my own practice Leyba Defense PLLC, a Seattle DUI Law Firm focusing on DUI and other serious traffic offenses. In my career I have litigated over a 100 jury trials to verdict, and I currently have an...

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Alex Thomason

Seattle, WA Criminal Law Lawyer. 12 years experience

(206) 262-7900 701 5th Avenue Suite 4200
Seattle, WA 98104

Criminal, Business, Personal Injury and Real Estate
Seattle University School of Law

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Alex grew up on his family’s apple farm in Brewster, Washington. He learned every trade required to run a farm, but specialized in being the certified “gopher.” Alex graduated from high school ranked 2nd in the nation and top 25 in the World for his age in downhill ski racing. Alex studied at Jerusalem University in Israel, completed undergraduate studies from Seattle Pacific University, and finished his legal education at Seattle University School of Law where he was the Graduation Speaker. Alex learned trial skills by working as a Prosecutor for King...

(509) 689-3471 201 S. Bridge Street
Brewster, WA 98812

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Erik Kaeding

Kent, WA Criminal Law Lawyer. 21 years experience

(253) 850-8430 25028 104th Ave SE
Kent, WA 98030

Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI, Domestic Violence and White Collar Crime
Seattle University School of Law and University of Puget Sound

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Over 20 years experience defending the citizens of King and Pierce Counties.

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Shane McKinnie

Seattle, WA Criminal Law Attorney. 3 years experience

(206) 395-9175 119 1st Ave S
Suite 310
Seattle, WA 98104

Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI, Military and Traffic Tickets
Seattle University School of Law

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Attorney Shane McKinnie is a former criminal prosecutor, and has experience working for both large and small law firms in the Seattle area. Shane approaches his cases from a practical perpective and above all, seeks to help his clients solve their problems in the way that best suits their circumstances and desires.
Shane is a fourth-generation Washingtonian and military veteran. He grew up in Snohomish County and attended Washington State University where he was a member of the Honors College and president of a fraternity. Shortly after graduating from WSU, he attended Navy Officer Candidate School (OCS) and was commissioned as...

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Brad A. Meryhew

Seattle, WA Criminal Law Attorney. 20 years experience

(877) 264-1591 The Pioneer Building
600 1st Ave #512
Seattle, WA 98104

Free ConsultationCriminal and Juvenile
Seattle University School of Law

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Mark Blair

Seattle, WA Criminal Law Attorney. 22 years experience

(206) 622-6562 2033 6th Ave
#350
Seattle, WA 98121

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Seattle University School of Law

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Seattle criminal defense lawyers at Blair & Kim, PLLC have had the privilege of handling over 15,000 criminal cases making them some of the best in town. If you are facing charges for a criminal offense, whether it be petty crimes such as a traffic violation or disorderly conduct or a more serious offense like theft or a violent crime, this is the firm to seek out. With years of experience on their side you can trust that you will receive the dedication you deserve fighting for your case. In the event that you are looking for a Seattle divorce...

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Norman Scott Stewart

Kent, WA Criminal Law Lawyer. 29 years experience

(253) 859-8840 655 W Smith St
Kent, WA 98032

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In his over twenty years representing persons in courtrooms throughout the state of Washington, Scott Stewart has attained a level of courtroom experience few attorneys can match. He has represented persons at every stage of a case, including approximately 300 jury trials. Scott has represented persons on personal injury cases, including those involved in motor vehicle accidents, and he has represented persons accused of crimes ranging from Driving Under the Influence to Hit and Run Resulting in Death, from Assault Domestic Violence to Residential Burglary, from Misdemeanor Possession of Marijuana to Felony Distribution of Drugs, from Voyeurism to Child Molestation,...

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Steven Wells

Seattle, WA Criminal Law Attorney. 23 years experience

1111 3rd Avenue
Suite 2220
Seattle, WA 98101

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California Western School of Law

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Steve Wells is a criminal defense attorney with nearly two decades of experience, including 10 years practicing in Alaska. He handles criminal cases at the state and federal level, and has a 97% record of success. Steve’s commitment to excellence has earned him the recognition of his peers, with inclusion in the 2014 edition of the Alaska Super Lawyers list and The National Trial Lawyers Top 100 Trial Lawyers. He takes an active role in the profession, such as by serving on the board of directors for the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers and as a founding president of...

(907) 279-3557 431 West 7th Avenue
Suite 107
Anchorage, AK 99501

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Courtney James Will

Seattle, WA Criminal Law Lawyer. 13 years experience

(206) 209-5585 705 2nd Ave. #1111
Seattle, WA 98104

Free ConsultationCriminal and DUI
Pepperdine Univ School of Law

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Court was born and raised in Tacoma and has had an interest in the legal system ever since he can remember. While he always knew he would ultimately make his home in the Pacific Northwest, the draw of the sun and surf beckoned him to Southern California where he completed his undergraduate and law degree at Pepperdine University. Following internships at multiple Prosecutor’s offices, the FBI, and the United States Attorney’s Offices, Court initially decided to stay in Southern California after school and cut his teeth as a criminal defense attorney in the trenches of the most overburdened...

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Cassandra Stamm

Seattle, WA Criminal Law Lawyer. 18 years experience

(206) 264-8586 810 Third Avenue Suite 500
Seattle, WA 98104

Criminal, Domestic Violence and White Collar Crime
University of Washington School of Law

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Casey Stamm is a fearless criminal defense attorney intensely devoted to advocating on behalf of individuals accused of committing serious crimes in Washington state. Ms. Stamm has built an incredibly strong background in criminal trial and appellate practice and has been recognized repeatedly for her acumen in these areas. Casey has been named both a Rising Star and Super Lawyer by vote of her peers in Washington’s Law and Politics Magazine, recognized by the Washington Supreme Court’s Capital Counsel Panel as qualified to handle death penalty cases, and rated Superb (10.0 out of 10.0) by Avvo.com. ...

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Deborah Alexander

Seattle, WA Criminal Law Lawyer. 26 years experience

(206) 403-3426 800 5th Ave
#4100
Seattle, WA 98104

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DePaul College of Law

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Keith Hall

Kent, WA Criminal Law Lawyer.

(253) 867-2675 610 Central Ave S
Kent, WA 98032

Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI, Domestic Violence and Traffic Tickets
University of San Diego School of Law

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Criminal Defense Attorney | Managing Attorney Keith loves representing and fighting hard for his clients. His clients are often people who have never been in trouble before, but now find themselves in the gun sights of the government's prosecution machine. Often times these clients have nowhere else to turn. Keith is a passionate trial lawyer who will advocate for his clients, when it feels like everyone else is against them. Keith is a believer in the jury trial system, which gives an opportunity for regular people, with the help of a hard working defense lawyer, to stand up in court...

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Edward Chung

Seattle, WA Criminal Law Attorney. 14 years experience

(206) 264-8999 1511 3rd Ave #1088
Seattle, WA 98101

Criminal, Business and Immigration
Villanova University School of Law

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Mr. Chung is the senior partner at Chung, Malhas, Mantel & Robinson, PLLC. Mr. Chung’s primary practice is comprised of Civil and Criminal Litigation, Immigration and Business Transactions. Mr. Chung has represented clients in complex litigations before the Washington Court of Appeals and the Washington State Supreme Court. Mr. Chung has argued numerous cases before Washington State District and Superior Courts. Mr. Chung has counseled and represented clients throughout King County, Pierce County, Island County, Kitsap County, and Snohomish County. In Civil Litigation, Mr. Chung has represented various individuals and entities in Medical Malpractice, Wrongful Death, Vulnerable Adult Protection Act (VAPA), Employment...

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Anna M. Tolin

Seattle, WA Criminal Law Lawyer. 25 years experience

(206) 812-5850 4200 Two Union Square
601 Union Street
Seattle, WA 98101

Free ConsultationCriminal, Administrative, Appeals and Domestic Violence
Cornell University

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For over 17 years, Anna M. Tolin has successfully advocated for clients under investigation or facing charges at all levels of state and federal criminal courts, with an emphasis on complex federal crimes. She also assist individuals under investigation by administrative agencies, in federal grand jury and special inquiry proceedings, and police internal affairs investigations and disciplinary proceedings

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Nadine Bertman

Seattle, WA Criminal Law Attorney. 6 years experience

(206) 855-3964 101 Yesler Way, Suite 603
Seattle, WA 98104

Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI, Domestic Violence and Juvenile
Seattle University School of Law

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Nadine Bertman is a criminal defense attorney in Seattle, Washington. She is an associate attorney at Beckwith Law.

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Erin Margaret Curtis

Seattle, WA Criminal Law Attorney. 11 years experience

(206) 658-2411 705 Second Avenue
Suite 1111
Seattle, WA 98104

Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI and Domestic Violence
University of Washington School of Law

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Erin Curtis has handled hundreds of criminal cases, defending her clients' rights at every stage of the proceedings. She has won acquittals in misdemeanor and felony trials, and has successfully negotiated reductions and dismissals of charges. She believes in providing a vigorous and thorough defense, and is devoted to spending the time necessary to do so.

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Criminal law addresses the government's prosecution of individuals who have been accused of committing a crime. Such laws may be federal, state, or local. The prosecution represents the people of a particular jurisdiction, and acts on behalf of the government by bringing a case against an accused. Under the U.S. Constitution, a person accused of a crime may have the right to a criminal defense attorney during interrogations and certain other times before and during a trial.

Whether you are under police investigation, have been arrested, or are facing charges, having an advocate familiar with the criminal justice system.

Most jurisdictions classify crimes as felonies or misdemeanors, with felonies being the more serious offenses with the possibility of more severe sentences. Some criminal lawyers focus on a specific area of criminal defense law, such as white-collar crime, drug offenses, theft crimes, or violent crimes. You should consult with a criminal defense lawyer early on in the process to preserve options, such as diversion programs or plea bargains.

When hiring a criminal defense attorney, you should evaluate the experience and fee structure of the attorney. Some offer a free consultation to discuss your case.

Accomplice liability: If a person aids, assists, or encourages another in the commission of a crime, they are criminally liable as an accomplice to the crime.

Self-defense: The claim that an act otherwise criminal was legally justifiable because it was necessary to protect a person or property from the threat or action of another.

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