Pierce County Criminal Lawyers
Compare 373 top rated Washington attorneys serving Pierce County.
![Carrie Fulton-Brown]( "Carrie Fulton-Brown")
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Offers Video ChatPierce County, WA Criminal Law Attorney with 9 years of experience
Criminal and Domestic Violence
Seattle University School of Law and University of Washington - Bothell campus
My career as an elite criminal trial lawyer has focused on defending good people. When facing allegations of sexual crimes, domestic violence and felonies and misdemeanors. These types of cases are high-stakes and emotional. Of course, these allegations have a devastating impact on the accused if not handled correctly.
I understand that being charged with a crime is beyond stressful. As such, I strive to explain each step of the case. More importantly, I give each client a road map to getting their life back.
Without exception, I promise that when you hire me, I...
![Cristine Beckwith]( "Cristine Beckwith")
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Free ConsultationPierce County, WA Criminal Law Lawyer with 16 years of experience
Criminal, DUI, Domestic Violence and Juvenile
Gonzaga University School of Law and University of Washington School of Law
Cristine Beckwith is a compassionate defender that will give you an honest assessment of your case. She can almost always uncover evidence that works in her client's favor, resulting in a case dismissal or significantly reduced charges.
Even if incriminating statements or an admission of guilt has been made to law enforcement, hope is not lost. A strong defense combined with a positive history in the community can still result in a favorable outcome.
Cristine is rated 10/10 by the Avvo lawyer rating service. She offers a reasonable flat fee pricing structure as well as a free consultation.
![Michael Harbeson]( "Michael Harbeson")
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Michael Harbeson
Pierce County, WA Criminal Law Attorney with 24 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI, Juvenile and Traffic Tickets
Gonzaga University School of Law
I have been a local resident of Pierce County for over 40 years and have strong ties with the local community. I am the proud father of two daughters and maintain active ties with my local church and community. Upon graduation from Seattle University in 1993, I decided to become a trial attorney. At the age of 25 years, I graduated from Gonzaga University School of Law and have been a successful trial attorney ever since. My experiences include being a former prosecutor with King County and the City of Auburn. I have successfully...
![Angela Horwath]( "Angela Horwath")
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Angela Horwath
Pierce County, WA Criminal Law Attorney with 14 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI, Domestic Violence and Juvenile
Seattle University School of Law
Angela Horwath is the owner of a 3 attorney firm that represents clients charged with crimes. She has successfully represented 1000s of clients in Washington and has a 10/10 rating on avvo. She is well liked by her clients and nearly 50 clients have provided online reviews of Ms. Horwath.
![Blake Harris]( "Blake Harris")
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Blake Harris
Pierce County, WA Criminal Law Attorney with 3 years of experience
Offers Video ChatCriminal
University of Idaho College of Law
Blake Harris is a member of the Washington State Bar Association. He primarily focuses in all areas surrounding criminal defense, including pre-charging, pre-trial and trial practice.
Mr. Harris has a wide-range case history where he has consistently displayed the motives and tactics that is equivalent of even the most experienced attorneys. He has represented over 300 clients during all facets of trial, including but not limited to first appearances, sentencing hearings and plea negotiations. Among his credible practice, he has drafted successful motions for suppression of evidence, material witness warrants and subpoenas. In addition, Mr. Harris has even carefully analyzed...
![Stephen H Carpenter Jr.]( "Stephen H Carpenter Jr.")
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Free ConsultationCriminal, International and Military
Georgetown University Law Center and University of Oregon School of Law
PROTECTING YOUR MILITARY CAREER, YOUR ROAD TO RETIREMENT AND YOUR FAMILY'S FUTURE FINANCIAL SECURITY
Whatever your rank, worldwide location, charged offense or circumstance, your military career deserves more than just a competent legal defense. We "exclusively" defend active-duty members facing courts-martial around the world.
Stephen has published several articles on military justice, including: Federal Criminal Practice: A Military Justice Primer; A PTSD Primer: When Good Soldiers Do Bad Things; Resolving the Torture Memo Conundrum by Court-Martial; Guantanamo 101: Rejecting Cruel, Unusual and Degrading Justice; Military Commissions: Justice Guantanamo Style; Defending Gay Soldiers Who Defend America; and Blessed are the Peacemakers: Remembering...
![Derek Michael Smith]( "Derek Michael Smith")
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Free ConsultationOffers Video ChatPierce County, WA Criminal Law Attorney with 24 years of experience
Criminal, DUI and Domestic Violence
Seattle University School of Law
I was a prosecutor for 15 years for the cities of Kent and Seattle. I serve or have served as a pro tem judge for the cities of Kent, Federal Way, Des Moines, Algona/Pacific and Issaquah. Since 2011 I have practiced as a defense attorney doing criminal defense, civil rights restoration, and protection order litigation. I represent individuals on cases from murder in the first degree to traffic infractions.
![Ryan Witt]( "Ryan Witt")
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(253) 312-3838
5800 Soundview Drive
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Gig Harbor, WA 98335
Free ConsultationPierce County, WA Criminal Law Lawyer with 19 years of experience
Criminal, DUI and Personal Injury
Gonzaga University School of Law
My philosophy in all cases is that there can be no fair resolution without a thorough review of each and every detail in a case. You can learn more about how I dissect a criminal case on my blog (located on our website) where I detail some of the methods I use to analyze how your defense will take shape. In my 16 years of trial experience as a felony-level prosecutor and a defense attorney, it is rare that the court documents accurately provide the Judge and the Prosecutor the true account of the situation. For me, every client must...
![Timothy Healy]( "Timothy Healy")
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Offers Video ChatPierce County, WA Criminal Law Attorney with 25 years of experience
Criminal, Domestic Violence and Juvenile
Seattle University School of Law
When you are facing the most difficult time in your life--being accused, you need skilled advocates who have spent their whole lives preparing for the fight of your life.
Mr. Healy and our lawyers at Vindicate Law have a reputation for being the most prepared people in the courtroom. When literally everything you care about: family, freedom, livelihood and reputation are all on the line, you need a lawyer who will go to the ends of the earth and leave no stone unturned while preparing a defense that will convince the Jury to vindicate you and your life.
Police officers,...
![Natalie Lynn Durflinger]( "Natalie Lynn Durflinger")
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Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI and Personal Injury
Gonzaga University School of Law
I was born and raised in the Northwest. After graduating from the University of Washington with honors, I attended Gonzaga University School of Law where I was awarded a Thomas More Scholarship. As a Thomas More Scholar, I dedicated myself to helping others both in the local and international communities. My international work included a visit to Rome where I provided services for the homeless and co-leading a mission in Honduras where our group of students provided much needed repairs at local village schools, and distributed needed school supplies which our group had purchased through fundraising....
![James White]( "James White")
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Free ConsultationOffers Video ChatPierce County, WA Criminal Law Lawyer with 23 years of experience
Criminal, DUI and Domestic Violence
Seattle University School of Law
Get your case dismissed with a motion or because the government is unable to proceed. On a recent dismissal the Judge said she had not dismissed a case in 20 years but she was dismissing mine.
99%+ client satisfaction. All of our clients give us positive reviews.
Where I grew up in the mountainous Redwoods people prided themselves on their common sense. Common sense is not something frequently associated with the law. But there is a lot of common sense behind the ideas of the law. Re-introducing...
![Kurt Hermanns]( "Kurt Hermanns")
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Criminal, IP, Real Estate and Tax
University of Puget Sound
Kurt represents South Sound businesses and individuals in White Collar Crime matters. He advises clients on corporate criminal risks, federal grand jury investigations, financial crimes, securities frauds, bankruptcy crimes, government contract frauds, real estate schemes, Medicare frauds-and tax frauds. He is GTH’s authority on cybercrime and legal issues relating to cybersecurity and data privacy. His work includes assisting South Sound businesses in creating cybersecurity plans consistent with the US protocols issued by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). He also advises clients on data privacy requirements arising from the European Union’s General Data Privacy Regulations (GDPR)...
![Barry J. Wallis]( "Barry J. Wallis")
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Free ConsultationOffers Video ChatPierce County, WA Criminal Law Attorney with 14 years of experience
Criminal, DUI, Family and Personal Injury
University of Oregon
![Mr. John William Fuhrman]( "Mr. John William Fuhrman")
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Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI, Domestic Violence and Military
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
John grew up in Pierce County and has been practicing law in Puyallup since he began his career back in 1993. John has become well respected in his community for his legal knowledge and exemplary client service. Most of John's clients come to him by way of referrals from community members and former clients. A former Field Artillery officer in the Washington Army National Guard, John commanded a unit in Baghdad, Iraq from February 2004 through March of 2005 where he was awarded the Bronze Star Medal.
![Martha A McLaughlin]( "Martha A McLaughlin")
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711 St Helens Ave Ste 209
Tacoma, WA 98402
Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI, Domestic Violence and Personal Injury
Seattle University School of Law
I graduated Seattle University School of law and immediately began working at the Pierce County Prosecutor's Office. After two years with the Prosecutor's Office, I joined Durflinger Oliver & Associates where I help those who have been accused of committing crimes. I have handled thousands of cases ranging from domestic violence to DUI's. I have helped hundreds of clients keep or restore their driving privileges by prevailing in administrative hearings with the the Department of Licensing. I have also helped many clients vacate felony and misdemeanor convictions and restore their firearm rights. My previous experience as a prosecutor...
![Scott Mills]( "Scott Mills")
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Scott Mills
Pierce County, WA Criminal Law Lawyer with 11 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal and Immigration
The University of Utah S.J. Quinney College of Law
If you were having heart problems, you wouldn’t hire an eye surgeon. So don’t turn to a tax lawyer when you have an immigration problem. Choose a lawyer dedicated to immigration law. I am attorney Scott D. Mills, and I have developed my expertise in immigration law by practicing exclusively in immigration law for years. The United States was founded by people seeking freedom and the chance to work and build a life for their families. I fight for my clients so they can have those same opportunities. I am a Washington licensed attorney authorized to provide United States...
![Steven J. Krupa]( "Steven J. Krupa")
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Steven J. Krupa
Pierce County, WA Criminal Law Lawyer with 26 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI, Military and White Collar Crime
Seattle University School of Law
![John Cyr]( "John Cyr")
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John Cyr
Pierce County, WA Criminal Law Attorney with 7 years of experience
Criminal, Domestic Violence and Personal Injury
Seattle University School of Law
John Cyr is a founding partner of the Law Offices of Johnson & Cyr and a lifelong resident of Washington State. John is a rising attorney in the legal field with a record of not guilty verdicts and dismissals.
John started his legal career in private practice where he aggressively and successfully litigated cases involving workers’ compensation, employment discrimination, property disputes and real estate litigation. John took a natural affinity for advocating for the rights of the underprivileged and wrongfully accused and quickly expanded his practice to include personal injury and criminal defense. John has successfully negotiated highly favorable settlements for...
![Gloria Backus]( "Gloria Backus")
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Gloria Backus
Pierce County, WA Criminal Law Attorney with 26 years of experience
Criminal and Domestic Violence
University of Washington School of Law
Gloria Backus is a criminal defense attorney who brings over 25 years of diverse legal experience to Vindicate Criminal Law Group’s team. One distinct advantage Ms. Backus has over most – she was a Federal Prosecutor for the US Government. She knows prosecution tactics firsthand and how to apply that knowledge to her defense. While she was outstanding during her time as a prosecutor, which includes the infamous case out of Maricopa County: United States v. David Pecard (https://caselaw.findlaw.com/az-court-of-appeals/1489624.html), she prefers defense practice. Ms. Backus states, “Criminal defense is like a difficult puzzle and it is my job to eliminate...
![Matthew White]( "Matthew White")
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Matthew White
Pierce County, WA Criminal Law Attorney with 7 years of experience
Offers Video ChatCriminal, DUI, Personal Injury and Traffic Tickets
California Western School of Law
Matthew White is one of the founders of South Sound Law Group, along with his father, William White and his sister, Erin White. As a family owned and run law firm, South Sound Law Group does things a bit differently, and it shows, as they have a reputation in the community for caring, effective, and lasting advocacy.
Although the main office is located in Tacoma, WA, Matt and the rest of the team at South Sound Law Group regularly handle both criminal and civil matters all over western Washington.
Matt represents Washington residents, as well as visitors, tourists, and military members, on...
![James B. Feldman]( "James B. Feldman")
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James B. Feldman
Pierce County, WA Criminal Law Lawyer with 34 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI, Domestic Violence and Traffic Tickets
Seattle University School of Law
James B. Feldman is an experienced trial and criminal defense attorney in Pierce, King, Kitsap and Thurston counties Tacoma and other areas of Western Washington. He is a graduate of the College of the University of Chicago and the University of Puget Sound School of Law. For twenty-eight years, he has been fighting to protect the rights of people accused of crimes both misdemeanors and felonies including DUI, domestic violence, property crimes, fraud and murder. He is a member in good standing of the Washington State Bar Association, The Federal Bar of the Western District of Washington, the...
![Antonio Hill]( "Antonio Hill")
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Antonio Hill
Pierce County, WA Criminal Law Lawyer with 32 years of experience
Criminal
University of Oklahoma College of Law
Antonio Hill, a bilingual (Spanish) criminal defense attorney, is located in Tacoma, WA. With 20+ years experience in the criminal field of law, he is knowledgeable of the processes and procedures required to proceed through the legal process.
Antonio Hill has worked as a public defender, a prosecutor, and now as a private criminal defense attorney dealing exclusively in criminal defense cases. Antonio Hill dedicates himself to getting the best possible results for his clients. He will guide you through every step of the legal process and offer professional, affordable criminal defense services.
![Michael Austin Stewart]( "Michael Austin Stewart")
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Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI and Personal Injury
University of Puget Sound
Michael Austin Stewart has been practicing as a defense attorney for over 22 years. His practice is based on respect, rapport, accessibility, trust, and a keen understanding of the law. He has a solid record of successful outcomes in a wide variety of cases, ranging from murder cases to DUI cases. He is dedicated and committed to protecting your Constitutional Rights.
![Christopher Courtlandt Van Vechten]( "Christopher Courtlandt Van Vechten")
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Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI, Domestic Violence and Traffic Tickets
Seattle University School of Law
Chris Van Vechten moved to Tacoma from Portland in 2004 to attend the University of Puget Sound. He studied history, volunteered in the community, worked as a legislative staff member for a state representative and later a state senator, and even personally ran for school board before enrolling in Seattle University School of Law. Prior to launching the Law Office of Chris Van Vechten, Chris worked as a Rule 9 prosecuting attorney with the Thurston County Prosecutor’s Office and later with the Lakewood City Attorney’s Office. In addition, he interned with the Pierce County Prosecutor’s Civil Division...
![Connor Jepson]( "Connor Jepson")
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Offers Video ChatCriminal
Gonzaga University School of Law
Connor Jepson is a member of the Washington State Bar Association and the United States District Court – Western District of Washington and limits his practice to criminal defense.
Mr. Jepson understands the complexity of the court system and how busy and stressful being accused of a crime can be. He prides himself on his ability to condense information into an easily digestible format for the client and the court. When he starts a project, Mr. Jepson sees it through to its end and thrives on achieving the best client experience. In addition, Connor is well-liked and well-respected by his...
![John Rodney Crowley]( "John Rodney Crowley")
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Criminal
Seattle University
Attorney John Crowley has spent his entire career as a lawyer of 21-years working in the field of criminal law. In 1990, he served as a Law Clerk with the United States Department of Justice, before accepting an Assistant District Attorney's position with the Snohomish County Prosecutor's Office. As an Assistant District Attorney, Mr. Crowley was the prosecutorial voice for the State of Washington. And it was during his seven-year tenure in this position that he became well versed with the legal strategies and applications of criminal law, as they are implemented by the State of Washington. He also became...
![Scott Moriarity]( "Scott Moriarity")
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Scott Moriarity
Pierce County, WA Criminal Law Lawyer with 21 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI, Domestic Violence and Traffic Tickets
![Nathan L. Johnson]( "Nathan L. Johnson")
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Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI and Traffic Tickets
Emory University School of Law
Facing criminal charges is a complicated and intimidating process, requiring an experienced and zealous advocate on your side. Throughout this challenging time you need someone unafraid to stand up and protect your rights. I have practiced criminal defense exclusively for my entire career and am passionate about defending people.
![Donald William Winskill]( "Donald William Winskill")
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Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI and Juvenile
Seattle University School of Law
![Thomas Andrew Balerud]( "Thomas Andrew Balerud")
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Free ConsultationCriminal, Business, Juvenile and Nursing Home
Thomas Balerud, after 17 years with the same firm, has opened his own law practice, located in downtown Tacoma. Tom is a graduate of both Pacific Lutheran University and the University of Puget Sound. Tom has enjoyed success in many well publicized high-profile State and Federal cases. He is currently serving as a Trustee to the TPCBA. Tom and his experienced staff are currently available to assist clients in his two practice areas: Criminal Law and Personal Injury.
![Tracey V. Munger]( "Tracey V. Munger")
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Criminal, Divorce and Domestic Violence
Paul M. Hebert Law Center, Louisiana State University
![Robert Kendall Ricketts]( "Robert Kendall Ricketts")
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Criminal, Business, DUI and Divorce
![Jennifer Burr Witt]( "Jennifer Burr Witt")
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(253) 312-3838
Criminal Defense and Personal Injury Law Firm
Gig Harbor, WA 98335
Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI, Personal Injury and Traffic Tickets
Gonzaga University School of Law and Gonzaga University School of Law
I sincerely appreciate the opportunity to serve Kitsap County and the surrounding communities. My Grandparents moved to the Kitsap area during World War II and, while they moved around after the war, my Grandmother returned later as a widow. I grew to know and love the area and its changes over the years. My father returned to the area in the early 2000's and, after graduating from Gonzaga Law School, Ryan and I moved to the Kitsap Peninsula.
This area poses unique challenges and opportunities that local attorneys understand. As a former clerk in Kitsap, I became very familiar with...
![Mark Samuel Treyz]( "Mark Samuel Treyz")
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Criminal, DUI, Traffic Tickets and White Collar Crime
Seattle University School of Law
Mark began his legal career in 1986 as a Deputy Prosecuting Attorney with Pierce County and moved on to work with a criminal defense firm in 1988. In 2002 Mark started his own criminal defense firm, The Law Office of Mark Treyz.
![Kelsey Ault]( "Kelsey Ault")
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Kelsey Ault
Pierce County, WA Criminal Law Attorney with 10 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI, Domestic Violence and Juvenile
Seattle University School of Law
![Jordan Foster]( "Jordan Foster")
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Jordan Foster
Pierce County, WA Criminal Law Lawyer with 16 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI, Domestic Violence and Traffic Tickets
Jordan K. Foster, Criminal Defense Attorney I started my career doing real estate, business, and construction law. A few years back, I decided a change of pace was in order and began practicing criminal defense law. Since entering the criminal defense arena, I have been voted a Rising Star in Criminal Defense Law by Washington Super Lawyers in 2013, 2014, 2015, and 2016. Today I focus primarily on criminal defense and also perform some real estate and contract matters. I assist people facing misdemeanors, felonies, and traffic infractions. I am an active member of the Washington State Bar Association,...
![Coleen St. Clair]( "Coleen St. Clair")
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Coleen St. Clair
Pierce County, WA Criminal Law Attorney with 32 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI, Domestic Violence and White Collar Crime
University of Oregon School of Law
![Morgan Fletcher Benfield]( "Morgan Fletcher Benfield")
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Criminal, DUI and Domestic Violence
Loyola University Chicago School of Law
At The Law Offices of Morgan Fletcher Benfield, PLLC, we believe everyone is entitled to the best possible defense. If you’ve been charged with a crime in the Tacoma area, we understand what you’re facing. Whether it’s a DUI, domestic violence, a misdemeanor, or a felony charge, attorney Benfield can offer real guidance and solutions when you need them most.
Morgan Benfield can help if you have been accused of a criminal charge. For more information, call Morgan today: (253) 234-1880.
![Dennis Twichel]( "Dennis Twichel")
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Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI and Traffic Tickets
I have been helping clients with DUI defense & traffic infractions for over 25 years! My understanding and knowledge of your situation with your case is what sets me apart. I work directly with you one-on-one to see your case through and get you the best possible outcome!
EXCLUSIVE PRACTICE - My practice is concentrated on Criminal, DUI, and Traffic defense cases. I am not a general practitioner who handles many different types of law. Criminal law has been my focus area since I became a lawyer over 25 years ago.
CUSTOMER SERVICE - I treat clients the way I would...
![Stephen Trinen]( "Stephen Trinen")
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Stephen Trinen
Pierce County, WA Criminal Law Lawyer with 19 years of experience
Criminal and Appeals
University of Puget Sound and University of Puget Sound
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