Top best Criminal Defense Lawyers in ZIP 98105 | 7 available
7 Criminal Defense lawyers are available in ZIP code 98105 in Seattle, Washington. Average rating of these lawyers is 4.4/5 and 54% provide free consultation with average fees of $380 per hour.
Criminal Defense Lawyers Nearby Seattle 98105 (by distance)
Within 5 miles near you
(Seattle Area) 98115 1.7 miles
(Seattle Area) 98109 3.5 miles
(Seattle Area) 98122 3.6 miles
(Seattle Area) 98125 4.0 miles
(Seattle Area) 98101 4.2 miles
(Seattle Area) 98121 4.3 miles
(Seattle Area) 98119 4.3 miles
(Kirkland Area) 98033 4.3 miles
(Seattle Area) 98164 4.4 miles
(Seattle Area) 98154 4.5 miles
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$223 - $536
41% - 67%
4.2 - 4.6 ★
FAQs - Criminal Defense Lawyers in 98105 city Seattle How many Criminal Defense lawyers actively serve residents of Seattle, Washington? Approximately 44 licensed attorneys focus on Criminal Defense across Seattle, Washington. Most matters are filed through the Washington District Court, where local rules shape timelines and filing steps. What is the typical hourly fee for Criminal Defense lawyers in Seattle, Washington? In Seattle, typical rates range from $268-$376 per hour for Criminal Defense. End-to-end case budgets frequently land between $2410 and $5260, depending on hearings and discovery. How long do Criminal Defense matters usually take in courts near Seattle? Criminal Defense cases in Seattle, Washington usually take around 3-8 months depending on complexity and the Washington District Court docket. Which local court most often hears Criminal Defense cases for people living in Seattle, Washington? Residents of Seattle typically see Criminal Defense filings handled by the Washington District Court. Proximity to helps with quick submissions and clerk communications. Do attorneys around offer a free first consultation for Criminal Defense? About 62% of firms near ZIP offer a free first consultation for Criminal Defense, so you can compare strategy and fit before committing.
7 Criminal Defense Lawyers Found Near You
Mark Blair grew up in a legal family and inherited an abiding respect and passion for the rule of law. After graduating with honors from Seattle University School of Law, Mark worked as a prosecutor in King, Yakima, and Thurston Counties. He argued hundreds of criminal cases and earned a reputation as an articulate and tenacious prosecutor who was also realistic and fair-minded.. In 1997, Mark decided to cross the aisle to work as a defense attorney on behalf of individuals accused of DUI, domestic violence, property crimes, and other criminal offenses. He made the switch in order to focus more on individual clients. Says Mark, “As a prosecutor, you have hundreds of cases. As a defense attorney, you have one client—and that case gets your entire focus.”. Hard work, fact finding and legal insight can change a prosecutor’s mind. Mark knows that his experience as a prosecutor works to his clients’ advantage. “It’s all about understanding your opponents’ mind set,” he explains. Prosecutors base their cases on evidence collected by the police. Their mindset is to convict. Mark believes that the best way for a defense attorney to change the prosecutors mind is by presenting new facts. This can be new evidence, an alternative explanation of how the crime was committed, or a different reading of the law. “You have to respectfully educate the prosecutor. If you present a compelling scenario that’s different than the prosecution originally envisioned, then you can negotiate a more appropriate charge—either a reduction or outright dismissal.”. Of course, obtaining new evidence or developing an alternative legal theory comes from hard work. As a defense attorney, Mark is able to focus on each individual client—not a boatload of cases—and thus outwork the prosecution. If the case goes to trial, the focus shifts to persuading a judge or jury. Here, Mark is articulate and thinks on his feet. But the results come from superior preparation. Says Mark, “I will always argue my client’s defense to the utmost. I find a way to do it with respect—for the judge, the jury and our legal system.”
Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Seattle and surrounding areas.
Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Seattle and surrounding areas.