Top best Criminal Defense Lawyers Near me in ZIP 98032

Shanice has been with the firm Stewart MacNichols Harmell since May of 2013, and been representing criminal defendants in courts all over King County.  Shanice obtained her undergraduate degree with a double major from Western Washington University.  Shanice received her Juris Doctorate Degree from Seattle University School of Law in May of 2014.  Shanice joined the firm as a Rule 9 in May of 2013 and was eventually hired as an associate in 2014.. Shanice has worked extensively on Compromises of Misdemeanor, looking into resolving cases in an alternative manner. Shanice is a compassionate advocate for clients. She enjoys working with and for her clients, helping them throughout the legal process.. When Shanice is not working with clients she enjoys crafting, dancing, musicals, coloring, and spending time with family.

Scott has over 30 years of legal experience, including over 300 plus jury trials. He has appeared on ABC's Good Morning America, CBS's Early Show, CNN's Anderson Cooper 360 Degrees, MSNBC's The Abram's Report and Debra Norville Tonight, and Fox's At Large w/Geraldo Rivera, as well as KING, KOMO, KIRO and KCPQ.  Scott taught for over fifteen years as an adjunct professor in the Law and Justice Department at Central Washington University.  He also teaches Continuing Legal and Judicial Education throught programs sponsored by the WSBA, SMH, DMCJA and Judicial College, is a regular speaker at numerous elementary schools, middle schools, high schools and colleges, and teaches a Street Law class weekly at Issaquah High School. Scott frequently receives referrals from judges, prosecutors, court staff and police.  He is a graduate of the UW, and an honors graduate of the University of Minnesota Law School.

Ken Harmell offers more than twenty years of legal experience, with a practice that emphasizes defending those who have been charged with the most serious offenses including murder, vehicular assault and homicide, rape, child molestation and domestic violence. Ken is known for his ability to develop complex legal arguments and defenses.. As a part of his practice, he has developed a reputation for having an uncanny ability to develop complex legal arguments that result in either the dismissal of the case against his clients, or the suppression of some significant portion of the government's evidence. Ken does not simply challenge the evidence, he challenges the law. He is an aggressive courtroom advocate who views plea bargains as the last option and not the first. Ken's philosophy is that the only way to obtain the best possible outcome for each client is to be recognized by the prosecution as a credible threat to take each and every case to trial.

Jennifer Stewart was born in Puyallup, Washington. She spent her youth in Thurston and Lewis Counties, except for a six month period when she lived in Chicago, Illinois, where, before moving back to the state of Washington, she was briefly a fan of Walter Payton, Jim McMahon and William "the Refrigerator" Perry. In the early 1990's, as a single mother, Jenn enrolled at Centralia Community College, then briefly transferred to Yakima Community College, before ultimately receiving her Associates of Arts Degree from Centralia. In 1996 she moved to the Seattle area and, in 1998, was admitted to the University of Washington.. During her years at the UW Jenn began working at Stewart Beall & MacNichols P.S., as a Law Clerk. In 2000, she received her Bachelor of Sciences Degree in Speech and Hearing Sciences. Following her graduation, Jenn continued working at the firm and, after much thought decided to enroll in the Washington State Bar Association's Rule Six Program. Stephen Rochon, Municipal Court Judge for the cities of Pacific and Maple Valley, served as her initial program tutor. Scott Stewart tutored her through the final years of her program.. Two and one-half years into the Rule Six Program Jenn was authorized to engage in the limited practice of law as a Rule Nine Legal Intern. In her work as an intern she served as a public defender in the cities of Kent, Kenmore, North Bend, Sammamish and Lakewood. During this period, and prior to taking the bar exam, Jenn won four of five criminal jury trials.. After successfully completing the Rule Six Program, Jenn took the August 2006 bar exam, passing on her first attempt, and was admitted as an attorney by the Washington State Bar in early 2007. As an attorney she has continued to develop a reputation as a tenacious and aggressive advocate on behalf of each of her clients. Within the firm Jenn is recognized as both shrewd litigator, for her ingenuity in developing unique legal arguments, and a fearless trial attorney, for her willingness to try the difficult cases to a jury. For Jenn, each client's situation is personal and she works hard to ensure the very best outcome in each of their cases.. Since becoming an attorney, Jenn has added the cities of Milton, Seatac and Kirkland to the jurisdictions in which she has worked as a public defender. She has represented accused persons in most of the Municipal, District and Superior Courts throughout King and Pierce County, as well as numerous other courts throughout the state of Washington. Jenn has represented thousands of persons accused of crimes ranging from Driving Under the Influence to Assault Domestic Violence, from Reckless Driving to Patronizing a Prostitute, from Shoplifting to Robbery, and from Misdemeanor charges of Possession of Marijuana to Felony charges of Violation of the Uniform Controlled Substances Act (VUCSA), as well as numerous other criminal offenses prohibited by the laws of both the State and the local municipalities.. Jenn resides in southeast King County with her husband and their four children, ages four to sixteen.

James Newton, is the first person you will meet with when you come to the office to talk about your case.  He has built a great team of attorneys, each with the skill sets needed to give you the best possible defense.. James attended Antioch University in Seattle and received an A.B. and went on to earn his Juris Doctorate from Gonzaga University School of Law in Spokane, WA.  He has been admitted to the Washington State Bar and the U.S. District Court Western District of Washington.. Whether you are looking for a Seattle rape attorney or have been charged with a DUI. James Newton and his team are criminal defense attorney's that KNOW the law.

I have been an attorney since 1983. I was a high profile drug prosecutor in New Jersey for 3 years before moving to Washington State. I have the experience needed to help resolve your case!

I am an attorney with Newton and Hall, PLLC.– a law firm dedicated solely to criminal defense. Our firm handles complex felony cases to simple misdemeanors. I became a criminal defense attorney because I care about the criminal justice system and people’s rights. Too often the scales of justice are tipped in the favor of a prosecution with seemingly unlimited resources. I believe that a person deserves their day in Court and I want to be there to help them succeed on that day. I strive to support, educate, and advocate for my clients to achieve the greatest possible outcome in any case.

I am a King County public defender in Seattle and Kent. I believe that anyone charged with a crime deserves the best representation.  My practice is devoted to criminal defense and appeals. I currently represent adults charged with felonies. I have also worked juvenile court, district, and municipal court. I am originally from Las Vegas, Nevada.

Hello, my name is Brandon Feldman. I was born and raised in the Seattle area. One ideal I learned at a very young age is to be there for those who need help. Whether that was volunteering for two years through the Americorp program following my undergraduate studies or my current position as an auction fundraiser for kids grammar school. The bottom line is that I love to help people. As an attorney I practice in the areas of criminal defense and personal injury. Both of these fields require an attorney who is an excellent communicator, willing to help, and is cognizant the client needs to be placed in the best position possible to succeed. Here at the Law Office of Feldman & Lee I will not disappoint you with any of these principles when retained to assist you with either your criminal defense/personal injury needs. Please call today to schedule your free consulation so we can begin the process to determining how best to handle your case.

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Erik is an experienced and aggressive criminal defense lawyer in Kent, Washington. He has worked as a criminal defense attorney in the King County and Pierce County courts and has sat as a Judge Pro Tem in various courts in King County, including Auburn, Kent, and Renton. For 28 years, he managed his own boutique practice located on the Kent East Hill just minutes from the Regional Justice Center and the Kent courts. In 2023, he joined the law firm of Newton & Hall in Kent.. Erik has defended all types of criminal charges from Murder to Domestic Violence. As well as Assault, Shoplifting, Solicitation, Forgery, Reckless Driving, VUCSA, DUI, Theft, Robbery, Burglary, drug offenses, sex offenses, Child Molestation, and misdemeanors and felonies.. Erik is a proud member of the Samish Indian Nation and his roots in Washington go back for untold generations. He graduated from the University of Washington. He attended law school at the University of Puget Sound School of Law in Tacoma (now Seattle University School of Law). He is an avid Mariners and Seahawks fan and he gets out on the links any time he can. He can be spotted every afternoon attempting to walk his energetic chocolate lab, Finnegan.

Erik enjoys a broad range of practice areas includingcriminal defense (misdemeanors), personal injury cases (motor vehicle), and representing Homeowners’ Associations. Additionally, Erik works all traffic infraction cases for the firm and has been very successful in his handling of over 1,000 traffic hearings. Erik also occasionally works as a Judge Pro Tem and previously served as Commissioner for the Kent Municipal Court.. Erik graduated with honors from the University of Washington in 2007 with a BA in philosophy, and received his JD from Gonzaga University School of Law, graduating Magna Cum Laude. During his time at Gonzaga Law, Erik served as the Developmental Committee Chair and an Associate Editor for Gonzaga’s Law Review and was awarded 3L Associate Editor of the year. Erik was also an associate editor for Gonzaga’s Journal of International Law. During his 3L year, Erik worked in Gonzaga’s University Legal Assistance, a non-profit clinical law program providing pro bono services to the local community.. Erik serves on the Board of the Rotary Club of Kent (president 2019-20), and was formerly on the Board of the South King County Bar Association (president 2013-14, 21-23), Board of Governors for the Washington Criminal Defense Lawyers Association (2015-17) and former mentor in in Communities in School Kent Program. Erik enjoys serving his local community through the Rotary Club of Kent and as volunteer counsel for the Kent Downtown Partnership.. In his free time, Erik enjoys rock climbing, running, football, tabletop games, grilling, and theatre.

Duncan I. Lewis has been a criminal defense attorney for over 31 years, practicing primarily in the federal and state courts of Washington. Many of his cases and clients have been featured prominently in the media.. A 1987 graduate of Willamette University School of Law with a perfect score in Professional Responsibility (ethics)  Mr. Lewis and his clients have enjoyed extraordinary success in thousands of cases ranging from the death penalty mitigation to misdemeanors.. Mr. Lewis has also successfully won the pretrial dismissal of dozens of criminal cases based on motion practice and intensive investigations.. Mr. Lewis has a particular depth of experience in how mental health intersects with the law and his collaborative work with other attorneys and mental health professionals in this field has been favorably reviewed by the University of Washington and the Journal of Law and Psychiatry. Mr. Lewis enjoys representing clients who are neuro-diverse, including people with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Attention Deficit Disorder, Bipolar Disorder and Depression.. Mr. Lewis has been a guest lecturer at Seattle University School of Law and has been a national and international lecturer to other attorneys in the area of criminal law and how it intersects with mental health at Continuing Legal Education seminars.. Recently, Mr. Lewis was interviewed on KOMO News Radio in Seattle regarding a recent Supreme Court case regarding criminal justice and juveniles.. Mr. Lewis understands that sometimes good people are accused of and criminally charged with terrible sounding crimes. However, the second you meet Mr. Lewis, his intellect and non-judgmental compassion will immediately put you at ease. You will also see first hand how Mr. Lewis has an intensely engaging and persuasive presence when presenting cases before a jury.

Divorce and family matters can sometimes be very overwhelming. By specializing in this area, I am able to provide clients with valuable family legal experience in order to make your case as pain free as possible. My work motto is to make and treat your legal problems as my very own. Resolving you legal problems and minimizing your stress is my main goal. Let the healing process begin!

David Kontos has been practicing law for over 30 years. He is a graduate of Western Washington University, with a B.A. and a J.D. from Seattle University School of Law.  His prmary emphasis over the last 10 years has been all aspects of family law:  dissolution; custody, child support and others.

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Brad handles a variety of serious criminal cases, including both felony and serious misdemeanor matters. This year, Brad was named to the distinguished Top 100 Trial Lawyers in America, by The National Trial Lawyers organization. He also was named one of the Top 40 under 40 Criminal Defense Lawyers.. In 2016 he was also recognized by the National College for DUI Defense as one of the most experienced DUI defense attorneys in the country when he was voted in as a member of the organization.. In July of 2016 Brad was also named one of the Top Tacoma DUI Lawyers by the organization that ranks Best DUI Attorneys in America.. Brad excels at giving clients a positive experience. As a criminal defense lawyer, he works diligently to achieve favorable outcomes for those facing criminal charges. He handles cases ranging from misdemeanors to serious felony crimes. He handles cases for clients throughout King, Pierce, Thurston, Snohomish and other counties as well as across the state.. Brad graduated from Webster University, and went on to earn his Juris Doctorate from Gonzaga University - School of Law. He is currently admitted to the Washington State Bar, as well as to the U.S. District Court, Western District of Washington.. At Newton & Hall in Kent, Washington, our criminal defense lawyers serve clients throughout the state of Washington, including the greater Seattle, Tacoma, and Olympia area; South King County including Kent, Renton, Federal Way, and Auburn; and Eastside communities including Bellevue, Issaquah and Kirkland, Redmond, Issaquah and Woodinville. The attorneys of Newton & Hall travel statewide, handling criminal trials in both the Washington State and federal courts.

Although public defenders generally do not participate in this kind of rating service, I do, becasue I think it's important that the public be able to realize the kind of quality representation that they get, basically as a benefit that flows directly from the constitutions of these united states.. In addition to being licensed to practice in three states, I also have graduate degrees in management (MBA from Seattle University) and computer science (MS from the University of Arizona).  I have two years of experience in private practice in Arizona, and 3 years in public defense in Washington.. Through my practice at ACA, I represent persons charged with serious felonies in the state system, In the past I have successfully handled over 200 dui defenses. I have over 25 criminal jury trials, and have argued appeals in both Arizona and Washington.  I have raised unusual issues, including Ambien-induced sleepwalking and necessity defenses in DUI,

After three years of labor law I am back as a criminal defense attorney.. Please contact me at Newton and Hall. -Anthony Grasher, Esq.

About David:  During his eleven years aggressively representing persons in Washington courts, David Iannotti has developed a strong reputation for his willingness to try difficult cases to a jury and argue pertinent legal issues to the Court of Appeals.. David Iannotti grew up on the East Coast, slowly making his way across the U.S. and ultimately ending up here in the state of Washington. Most of his family still resides in Washington D.C., New York, Boston and Florida. David obtained his undergraduate degree from Miami University in Oxford, Ohio with a degree in Political Science and Economics. While at Miami University, he worked as an intern for Butler County Superior Court Judge Patricia Oney.. After graduating from Miami University, David moved back to Washington D.C. and worked as a legal assistant for Spriggs & Hollingsworth. During this time, he primarily focused on preparing large product liability cases for trial, working as the lead paralegal on several extensive jury trials. After two years of working in D.C., David decided to go back to school and obtain his law degree.. David moved to Chicago, Illinios to pursue his law degree at the John Marshall Law School where he received a Dean's Scholarship for his academic performance. While he was a student at the John Marshall Law School, David spent three months in Beijing, China studying a comparison of the American and Chinese criminal justice systems. He then went on to publish an article in the International Law Journal titled "International Criminal Law, 2004 Year in Review".. After graduating from Law School in January 2006, David moved to the state of Washington with his wife and passed the Washington State Bar Exam.. David has established his home here in Seattle, Washington where he spends his free time racing road bikes, playing Ultimate Frisbee, and most importantly, enjoying time with his family.. After passing the bar, he initially worked as an associate at a small firm focused on Immigration and Criminal Law representing Spanish speaking defendants in their immigration and criminal defense matters.  David is concentrating his practice on criminal defense.. Since joining SMH, David has developed a reputation for his willingness to try difficult cases to a jury, from Shoplifting to Murder in the 1st Degree.  David also leads the appellate practice of SMH arguing for the rights of his clients to Superior Court and the Court of Appeals, including trying to make changes in the law involving the Per Se Marijuana DUI and the First Amendment Right to Freedom of Speech.. Bar Admissions:. Washington, 2006. U.S. District Court Western District of Washington, 2007. U.S. District Court Eastern District of Washington, 2007. U.S. Court of Appeals 9th Circuit, 2007