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I specialize in helping people out with their tough legal problems.

I make a living by offering people a second chance at a clean record. Past convictions, especially those that are non-violent, disproportionately affect citizens' employment and housing opportunities, as well as restricting their Constitutional rights. The people who come to me for help do so because they want to make life better for themselves and their families. I have all day for that.

I joined Hart Jarvis Murray Chang PLLC in 2016 after working as a public defender in King County for over eleven years.  While at the public defender’s office, I primarily represented clients facing felony charges. I have defended clients facing all types of felony matters, including complex homicides, sex offenses, violent offenses, property crimes, domestic violence and drug offenses. I have been lead counsel in over twenty felony trials and am an experienced trial litigator.  In addition to my trial experience, I have litigated appellate matters and enjoy researching, writing and crafting legal arguments.. I am fortunate to work with such a talented team of lawyers.  We work collaboratively together and are dedicated to helping our clients navigate the law, protect their interests, and achieve justice.  Contact us – we can help!

I I have devoted my legal career to defending individuals accused of crimes and have represented over one thousand people in district and superior court. I have significant experience defending DUIs and other criminal traffic violations, domestic violence, serious crimes and misdemeanor charges.. I founded Pewitt Law Group, PLLC., after working as a Snohomish County Public Defender for several years. During my tenure as a public defender, I handled cases through all phases of the criminal process, from arraignments through motions and trials. I have earned a reputation as a strong courtroom presence who vigorously advocates for my clients using my significant court room experience and specialized legal training. A small sampling of my specialized training includes:. ·         Gerry Spence Trial Lawyer’s College – Death Penalty Seminar. ·         NCDD Winter Session Defending DUI. ·         NCDD Mastering Scientific Evidence in DWI Case. ·         WA Foundation for Criminal Justice: Defending the Marijuana DUI. ·         WA Foundation for Criminal Justice: Defending DUIs in Washington State. ·         Certified in SFST Administration per NHTSA standards – Robert La Pier & Associates. ·         King County Inter-local Conflict Resolution Group – 40 hour mediation training. I developed my passion for criminal defense and decided to attend law school after serving as a juror in King County Superior Court Judge McDermott’s court room. During law school, I worked as a Legal Extern for Judge McDermott, a Rule 9 Attorney for Snohomish County Public Defender Association and as a Law Clerk in the Sexually Violent Predator Unit at the Washington State Attorney General’s Office.. I graduated magna cum laude from the Seattle University School of Law and represented Seattle University as a member of its National Moot Court Team. I also represented Seattle University School of Law at regional negotiation and client counseling competitions after finishing first in both university level competitions. I served as a member of Seattle University’s Alternative Dispute Resolution Board, creating opportunities for students to increase awareness and use of alternative dispute resolution. I received my B.A. from Washington State University and earned my M.B.A. from the University of Washington. Prior to attending law school, I worked in business, cross cultural training and international marketing.. I am a member of the National College for DUI Defense, Washington State Bar Association and the Washington Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers.

I have dedicated my career to defending the rights of the accused.  A graduate of Stanford University and a magna cum laude graduate of Georgetown Law School, I chose criminal law instead of corporate law because I love the challenges of trial work and the rewards of fighting for human beings caught in the often callous machinery of the criminal justice system.. The majority of my practice is dedicated to defending against felony charges in King County Superior Court and Federal District Court in the Western District of Washington, but I have experience in state and local courts throughout Western Washington, and I know that every case is serious to the person being accused.  I pride myself on being an even-keeled and compassionate advocate--one of the most important services I can provide is to ease the stress and uncertainty the goes with being accused of a crime.  I will use my knowledge and experience to empower you to make the most informed, intelligent decisions possible, and I will litigate your case with creativity and tenacity.. With sixty jury trials to my credit in almost twenty years defending the accused against all types of felony and misdemeanor cases in federal, state and local courts, I can give you the peace of mind that comes with having a proven, battle-tested advocate in your corner.

I have worked as a public defender since law school.  I have represented indigent accused persons facing misdemeanors and felonies.  I have represented juveniles.  I have represented persons facing civil commitmen for mental illness.. Since 2009 I have soleley represented those facing civil commitment as sexually violent predators.. I truly believe that representing this most hated group places me directly in the prime position to protect our constitutional rights, because it is so easy to excuse taking rights away from this group.  If this happens, I believe the rest of us are next.  This erosion of liberty starts here, and I am devoted to stopping it at its source.

I have closed up this practice because I moved to Seattle and have joined the King County Department of Public Defense.

I have been zealously representing people accused of criminal wrongdoing for over 20 years. I like trying cases to juries and I like making legal arguments to judges. I have a proven track record of defending complicated of cases, at trial, on appeal, and in post-conviction proceedings. I demand that my clients' legal rights be honored to their fullest, and when appropriate, I call out police and prosecutorial overreach and misconduct, including instances of racial bias. I am based in Seattle, but I do take on cases in jurisdictions other than King County, including during pre-charging investigations.. My expertise is in defending serious violent crimes (like murder, assault, rape, robbery) and other matters that involve expert witness testimony, especially regarding mental disorders, or standards of criminal defense practice. My peers look to me for help with those types of cases. As a trial lawyer, I've secured dismissals, reductions, and not guilty jury verdicts. As an appellate defender, I have been able to get my clients’ convictions overturned, win them new trials, or re-sentencings.. At present, a lot of my work focuses on Personal Restraint Petitions (PRPs) and CrR 7.8 motions to vacate, as well as complex "second chance" resentencing hearings (be it under State v. Blake, SB6164, In re Monschke, State v. Houston-Sconiers). I find great satisfaction in creatively working with a client to meet their goals in such challenging cases, especially those involving youthfulness as mitigation.. I look forward to connecting with potential clients, or their families, to see if my skillset is a good fit for your needs.

I have been practicing in the area of personal injury for over fifteen years. Although I am experienced in many areas of personal injury law, I devote a substantial portion of my practice to representing individuals who have been the victim of sexual or physical abuse. My office's team of experienced attorneys are advocates for those who have been severely injured or suffered catastrophic injuries. At Ressler & Tesh, we handle a variety of cases that include all type of vehicle accidents, wrongful death, insurance bad faith, DSHS/CPS negligence, traumatic brain injury and other types of personal injury. We understand the devastating impact of death, paralysis, a traumatic brain injury, broken bones, and other significant injuries. Our goal is to seek and hold all defendants accountable and demand full and fair compensation for our clients.

I have been practicing Criminal Defense in the Puget Sound area for nine years, and if you have been arrested for and/or charged with a crime you need to immediately do two things: (1) remain silent and (2) get an attorney.. You need to remain silent because anything you say can be used against you, and it will. The police officers, in this situation, are not your friends no matter how nice/professional they are. Innocent or guilty, trying to talk your way out of it will only backfire.. You need an attorney because there are practical consequences to criminal charges and convictions such as the loss of your freedom (jail time), loss of your driver's license, deportation, etc. An attorney can explain all of the consequences of the charge(s), and even if you end up entering a plea, more likely than not, can negotiate a far better agreement than you could on your own.. That’s because an attorney knows what the Court’s policies are regarding the crime you are charged with (a typical sentence given the crime) and what factors. can be used to negotiate the best agreement (criminal history or lack thereof, specifics of your case, credibility of the alleged victim(s), etc.).. If you qualify for a public defender, great!  Take advantage of their services!  If you do not qualify for a public defender, call me!  Aside from the reasons above, you will find I am knowledgeable, compassionate, responsive (I return calls and answer questions ASAP), and  my rates are RIDICULOUSLY LOW.  Why do I offer such low rates? The reason is simple: everyone deserves a fair shot.. Staci R. Gossett, Attorney at Law

I have been involved as an attorney in the criminal justice system for 30 years. I have been a public defender, counsel to the Mayor's Office and supervising attorney in a prosecutor's office. I have tried well over 100 cases including thise with high profile defendants and issues.  In addition I have been a teacher and mentor.. I understand the working of the criminal justice system like no one else.. Let me put that experience to work for you.

I grew up in Michigan and knew I would go to law school after reading a biography of famous Chicago defense attorney Clarence Darrow. His stands for union workers, against the death penalty and his work on behalf of criminal defendants made him my hero.. After getting my undergraduate degree at the University of Michigan I went to law school at the University of Illinois. Following that I clerked for two different judges on the Illinois Supreme Court, Justice Stamos and Justice Miller, and learned a great deal of how the law works in real life.. I moved to Chicago, home of Clarence Darrow, and got my dream job--a public defender at the Cook County Public Defender's Office. I eventually tried over 50 jury cases, winning multiple cases from DUI's to drug, burglary, rape and murder trials. I was offered a position at a leading progressive law firm--People's Law Office-- that worked for innocent clients and sued the Chicago Police Department for false arrest, police brutality and wrongful convictions. I eventually made partner and was successful in getting an innocent client--Aaron Patterson--off death row after he was pardoned by Governor Ryan, following a successful appeal to the Illinois Supreme Court granting him a new hearing.. I was also able to free an innocent man from serving a 48 year prison sentence for a murder he did not commit by showing that he had been framed by a Chicago Police Officer.  His name was Rene Castillo and the case was People v. Castillo, 89 CR 2461.. In 2002 I moved to Seattle to take a job as an Assistant Federal Public Defender. I worked there for six years, winning a rape trial, and successfully getting a number of cases dismissed.. In 2008 I left the Federal Defender's Office to concentrate on my own practice in Federal Court, representing people in trials and appeals to the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals. Since opening my own law firm I have had success in getting one federal charge dismissed completely (US v. Tho Le, CR12-00041RSL) as well as getting a number of charges reduced and sentences greatly lower then called for by the U.S. Sentencing Guidelines.

I first became a lawyer because, as corny as it might seem, I was enthralled by watching Perry Mason when I was a young boy.  The cool and calm demeanor he exhibited in any situation, his crafty cross examination of witnesses that somehow always led to a confession, and not to mention he won all his cases.  While in law school, I volunteered at local legal clinics to help people with everyday legal issues they face, from workplace discrimination to holding a bad landlord accountable.  It was during this time that I saw what power the law held to help people, to improve people's lives, and to be a "big stick" when necessary.  This is one of the reasons I chose to represent people charged with crimes for a living, because so many of my clients are good people even if they made a mistake.  And the U.S. Constitution requires that everyone accused of a crime be entitled to a zealous defense, someone to protect their rights and challenge the government's authority when necessary.  This is why I do what I do.. As a former prosecuting attorney and Judge Pro Tem, I have the experience and knowledge needed to successfully represent those accused of crimes, whether it is assault, DUI, suspended license, theft, and all other criminal charges.  I also handle hundreds of traffic citations a year with an extremely high success rate.  I regularly attend and speak at seminars on trial advocacy, stay up to date on new developments in my field, and provide all the resources my clients need to get them through the process successfully.   But I also take pride in my client service, keeping clients updated on their cases' progress and informed of all developments.   I am also there 24 hours a day if my clients need a question answered or simply want to discuss their case.. Being charged with a crime can be stressful, emotionally and financially.  If you find yourself in this situation, put me in your corner.  You will be glad you did.

I firmly believe that a criminal defense attorney doesn't have to choose between being compassionate and being a vigilant & effective advocate. I prefer not to leave any stones unturned and am not concerned with questioning the status quo. The job in any given case that needs to be done is the job that will get done.

I fight hard to protect the rights of every single client.  I believe that focusing on each client’s goals and listening to his or her story are central to achieving the best possible outcome.  I take the time to get to know my clients and explain every step of the process they are facing.

I am the managing attorney for Beckwith Law - a firm entirely devoted to criminal defense. We handle all types of cases ranging from complex felonies to simple misdemeanors.. We specialize in defending Domestic Violence, DUI, Assault, and Juvenile offenses. Criminal defense is my passion and I approach each case differently, as no two cases are the same.. By avoiding a cookie cutter approach, you get a customized defense that is going to be the most effective for your specific situation. I do an independent investigation on every case to uncover evidence that is favorable to your defense.. I pride myself on being a powerful negotiator and influential attorney in the courtroom. With clients, I am a compassionate and accessible advocate, ready to hear your side of the story.

I am the Felony Resource Attorney with the Washington Defender Association, an advocacy, training and resource agency for criminal defense attorneys. A graduate of the University of Washington School of Law, I have worked as a public defender at Associated Counsel for the Accused in Seattle before joining the Washington Defender Association. As a resource attorney, I provide technical assistance to public defenders across the state and develop resource materials for public defenders to use in their cases. I frequently speak at programs designed to support quality indigent defense services in Washington state.

I am an experienced, effective and passionate advocate.  My partner, Peter Camiel, and I are respected criminal defense trial lawyers with more than 50 years of combined experience successfully defending individuals - we have won not guilty verdicts and dismissals in murder, manslaughter, assault and sexual misconduct cases.  We also successfully help individuals who appeal criminal convictions or wish to pursue post-conviction relief.  I would be happy to discuss your situation with you.

I am a trial attorney at McNaul Ebel in Seattle, Washington. I represent plaintiffs and defendants in commercial litigation, including disputes involving professional malpractice, insurance, securities, employment, business, and real estate. I have represented clients in numerous trials and arbitrations, and through the appellate process as well. After clerking for a Federal District Court judge, I joined McNaul Ebel in 1997 as an associate and became a member in 2004.

I am a navy veteran and a graduate of Berkeley Law School (Boalt Hall). For 30 years I have successfully fought for my clients at every court level in Washington, from municipal court to the Washington State Supreme Court. During this time, I have come to embrace certain ideals. I do not pick needless fights, I treat my opponents with respect, and I do not back down from a necessary fight. I adhere to the old Roman adage, “If you want peace, prepare for war.” To attain a favorable settlement, you must always prepare the case for trial. I take the time to fully understand and investigate each client’s story so that a favorable settlement can be reached, or a jury trial won. I apply these principles at Dixon & Cannon, Ltd., where I focus upon criminal defense, personal injury, and appeals

I am a native of Seattle and love it here.  My family is here and it is where I have chosen to raise my two college aged feel a pride in our city and in the practice that I have built here with the amazing and incomparable Tim Milios.. My practice represents an evolution of my values and life experiences.  During law school I had an amazing professor who called criminal defense attorneys the "Keepers of the Constitution" and it had a profound effect on me.  I wanted to do my part to preserve what I believe sets our country apart from others.  By giving those who are charged with a crime the presumption of innocence we go a long way toward creating fairness.. Over the last decade I have learned that even with that presumption being articulated over and over again there are many people in the prosecutors office and often on juries who want to see a person "prove" their innocence.  This is really disturbing to me and it presents one of the great hurdles that defense attorneys deal with daily.. I have extensive experience in dealing with alcoholism and have a deep understanding of the disease and its consequences on both the addict and the people who love them.  I take tremendous pride in the work that I am able to do with the addicted and we often find healing as well as success.. I am driven to both domestic violence defense and victim's advocacy.  I know how devastating a charge of domestic violence can be for a family and work tirelessly to help everyone involved access the services that are needed while vigorously seeking justice for my clients.. I love my work and am passionate about how we do it at Milios Defense.  We do more than simply work with our clients, we connect with them.  It is through that connection that real success is built.

I am a former Senior Deputy Prosecutor with over 25 years of experience of handling the toughest, most serious cases. Put my experience to work for you. Call now for a free consultation.

I am a criminal defense attorney based in Seattle, Washington, ready to handle felony and misdemeanor cases in State and Federal Courts throughout the State of Washington. In addition to trying dozens of cases to a jury verdict, I have unique experience in appellate work, handling cases in multiple different appellate courts, including the United States Supreme Court.

I am a Bilingual Trial Attorney based in Seattle, Washington.  I run my practice with my wife, Lauren Dayani, and we together focus on personal injury law and criminal defense services.. I am a former King County public defender and I've handled hundreds of criminal defense cases.  I've also won numerous jury trials and testimonial motions.  We at Dayani Law Firm take tremendous pride in providing top-notch customer service and impeccable results.  We are determined to find solutions, no matter the issue.. I love what I do, and my clients see this passion in the outcomes of their cases. I am licensed to practice in both Washington and California.

For over 30 years, Matt Menzer has been a trusted advocate for individuals and families facing medical malpractice, serious personal injury, and wrongful death cases. As the founder of Menzer Law, he has built a firm known for strategic legal advocacy, individual attention, and a results-driven approach to achieving the best possible outcomes.. A graduate of Brown University and UC Berkeley School of Law, Matt honed his expertise through two federal judicial clerkships before launching a distinguished career in complex litigation. He is experienced in all phases of the legal process, from case investigation and discovery to settlement negotiations and trial. He is also one of a handful of attorneys in the U.S. authorized to represent vaccine injury victims in the U.S. Court of Federal Claims.. Since founding Menzer Law in 2002, Matt has remained committed to quality over quantity, deliberately limiting his caseload to provide focused, strategic representation. Attorneys JohnDavid Toren and Brady Douglas, both multi-year Super Lawyers Rising Stars, work alongside him, reinforcing the firm’s reputation for excellence in medical malpractice and personal injury law.. Matt’s legal achievements include an AV Preeminent rating from Martindale-Hubbell, a 10.0 Superb Rating on Avvo, and recognition as one of Seattle’s Best Wrongful Death Lawyers by Forbes Advisor. He has been selected for The Best Lawyers in America® 2025 for Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs and is one of only a few attorneys nationwide recognized as a Super Lawyer in both Washington and Hawaii. He is also a member of the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum and has been named a Top Lawyer by Seattle Metropolitan Magazine.. Matt primarily practices in Washington, handling select cases in Hawaii. Licensed in Washington, Hawaii, and California, he remains dedicated to fighting for justice and securing financial recovery for those impacted by negligence.