Top best Criminal Defense Lawyers in Tacoma near me | 181 available

“Being accused of a crime can cost you everything. For most, it is a scary, intimidating, and daunting challenge. With stakes so high you need and deserve an attorney with the experience and expertise who is willing to meet the challenge with you.. I promise to defend you as aggressively and zealously as if I were accused. My experience in the Pierce County Prosecutor's office as the Chief Criminal Deputy, Homicide Division Chief, Special Assault Team Chief, and DUI Supervisor will provide you an unmatched ability to defend yourself and to fight for your rights. Let me help you.”

With over 34 years of trial experience as a former prosecutor, Dawn has spent her career in the courtroom handling thousands of felony and misdemeanor criminal cases, including aggravated murder, child sexual assault, rape, domestic violence, vehicular homicide and assault, criminal conspiracy, unlawful possession of a firearm, robbery, burglary, theft, fraud, embezzlement, drugs, trafficking, driving under the influence, among many more.. Dawn has the unique skills and expertise to spot weaknesses and issues in the prosecution’s case, and use that to her client’s advantage, with more than three decades as a prosecutor.. As a trial attorney, Dawn has extensive knowledge presenting and defending against all types of forensic evidence and asserted defenses, including self-defense, alibi, mental disease or defect, intoxication, DNA, fingerprints, gunshot residue, accident reconstruction, and cell phone evidence.. Dawn spent 29 years with the Piece County Prosecutor’s Office as a trial attorney and was promoted to Chief of Staff, working for three elected prosecutors in this capacity. In addition to trying some of the biggest felony cases in the county, Dawn oversaw 218 employees and supervised the office’s top leadership team, including the Chief Criminal Deputy and the Chief Criminal Investigator. Prior to becoming Chief of Staff, Dawn was promoted to Chief of the Misdemeanor Unit, which was responsible for handling over 13,000 new misdemeanor cases each year, including all traffic offenses, driving under the influence, and domestic violence crimes.. After more than two decades with the prosecutor’s office, Dawn was hired by the City of Fife to create a new prosecution program in their municipal court. As the City Prosecutor, Dawn handled all aspects of prosecution, including reviewing and charging misdemeanor investigations, negotiating cases, conducting jury trials, writing and arguing appeals, handling contested infraction hearings, and filing motions to vacate criminal convictions.. Dawn spent over three decades training and advising law enforcement throughout Pierce County. She is also the former legal advisor for the Fife Police Department, where she provided regular training and on-call legal advice to police officers on police use of force, police pursuits, search warrants, recorded custodial interrogations, juvenile access to attorneys, the new drug laws, impounding vehicles, investigation of crimes and infractions, evidence seizure, effective report writing, courtroom testimony, and criminal law updates.. Upon graduating from law school, Dawn worked as a public defender representing those accused of crimes, before being recruited by the Pierce County Prosecutor’s Office.. Dawn is the former President of the Tacoma-Pierce County Bar Association, which represents over 1400 lawyers in Pierce County. She is the recipient of the Special Pro-Bono Leadership Award for facilitating the creation of a Native American Legal Aid Program in Pierce County, recipient of the Gold Star Award from the Sexual Assault Crisis Center of Pierce County, recipient of the Fife Police Department’s special recognition award for providing expertise and insight to the Fife Police Department, and recipient of City of Fife’s excellence in public service award.. Dawn understands the incredible power a prosecutor has to charge someone with a crime. With such power, comes great responsibility to do the right thing. In recent years, Dawn found herself questioning charging decisions being made by some agencies, often expressing the sentiment, “I wish I could represent that individual, I know I could help them win their case.” When Puget Law Group recruited Dawn to join their team, she saw it as an opportunity to take her 34 years of experience as a prosecutor and zealously advocate for those who find themselves being accused of a crime.. Dawn knows what it takes to win a case, she is strategic, works extremely hard to prepare each case properly, and is dedicated to providing her clients with what they deserve - high quality and effective representation.

With a 10.0 Superb Avvo Rating and more than 30 years of legal experience, few Tacoma criminal defense lawyers have the staggering amount of experience and performative track record as Attorney Wayne Fricke. As one of the lawyers at Hester Law Group, he has earned a reputation for aggressive representation when his clients need it most. With a focus on personal injury representation, he has been named to Super Lawyers® many years consecutively, and his clients have been emphatic about his commitment to their interests. If you suffered injury due to someone else’s irresponsible behavior, contact Hester Law Group today for a free consultation about your case.

When not working I enjoy playing the guitar, golfing, going to concerts, and everything else the Pacific Northwest has to offer. I live in Ballard neighborhood of Seattle with my wonderful wife Nicole and my Pug Betty June.

Tough and aggressive in the courtroom, yet approachable and open to his client, Michael Austin Stewart is one of the most skilled and sought-after criminal defense attorneys in the Tacoma area. Michael has over 20 years of experience working both in and out of courtrooms in Pierce, King, Thurston, and Kitsap counties, with clients of all backgrounds and ages. Michael practices Criminal Law, DUI Defense, Drug Defense, and Personal Injury Law. He has successfully defended clients in cases ranging from minor misdemeanors to homicide and pours his time and heart into each one. Treating each client with equal respect and understanding is the framework of Michael’s practice. He stands for fairness and justice and will fight for the best possible outcome for his clients while including the client in every decision along the way.. I want my clients to have the opportunity to get past the tough times and get back to pursuing thier life, family and faith.

Tim Lewis joined Puget Law Group in September 2021. Tim is a former prosecutor with nearly 20 years of courtroom experience. He has tried over 100 jury trials involving charges ranging from simple misdemeanors to the most serious felonies.. Tim grew up in a military family before attending the University of Washington and University of Iowa College of Law. After completing law school, Tim began his career as deputy prosecuting attorney. During his career as a prosecutor, Tim served as Team Chief of the Property Crimes Unit, the Fugitive and Extraditions Unit, the Special Assault Unit, Chief of the Misdemeanor Division, and Chief of the Felony Division. Tim also spent time supervising the misdemeanor team of attorneys in District Court.. In addition to his experience as a trial attorney, Tim is an active member of the Kitsap and Pierce County Bar Associations. Tim has also served as a Pro Tem Judge in the municipal courts of Lakewood, Bremerton, Gig Harbor, and Buckley.

The Law Offices of Clayton R. Dickinson is a well-known Tacoma family law firm that represents clients throughout Washington. Armed with the abilities to tackle even the most complex divorce case, our team takes a thorough and proactive approach to resolving divorce, child support, property division and other related family law issues. Our lawyers will keep you informed, updated and make certain that you have what you need in order to make a smart decision.

Shuman Law Office provides reasonably-priced legal help with all traffic infractions and criminal misdemeanors.  We can help you with criminal charges of DUI, reckless driving, reckless endangerment, hit-and-run, minor in possession, theft, obstruction of law enforcment, assault, and more.  Additionally, we are your best bet for keeping any infractions off of your driving record - speeding, negligent driving, unsafe lane change, following too close, speed too fast for conditions, cell phone use while driving, and any other moving violations.  We're also the best friend of CDL drivers cited for overweight or equipment violations, etc.. For an immediate and free consultation, call the Shuman Law Office attorneys.  You will be speaking to an attorney as soon as we answer - there is no phone tree or receptionist to navigate your way through.  Our priority is our customer service. Hire an attorney who is truly accessible to you and strives to answer their telephone 24/7.  Our best advertising is our lengthy list of happy and satisfied customers, and we'd welcome the opportunity and privilege to help you!!

Senator “Austin” Ansingh earned his law degree from Seattle University School of Law. Seattle University has a strong commitment to educating its students on the values of social justice. Austin shares the values of social justice and the protection of individual rights, which led him down the path to becoming a criminal defense attorney. This commitment to justice motivates Austin to fight for his clients.. Austin graduated from Grand Valley State University in Grand Rapids, Michigan, with a double major in Marketing and Finance. After graduation, Austin quickly realized that he had a desire to help people in a way that working in business field could not fulfill. His desire to fight for justice and to work directly with people and communities led him to law school. Austin chose Seattle University because of their commitment to social justice and his desire to practice in Washington State.. During Law School, Austin worked as an intern for a private criminal defense attorney in Seattle. There he gained valuable criminal law experience. He conducted extensive legal research and drafted numerous motions relating to issues such as suppression of evidence, invalid search and seizures, invalid warrants, and more.. Before becoming an attorney at Durflinger Oliver, Austin worked in Pierce County as a family law attorney. Through this practice he was able to further hone his skills in litigation, negotiations, legal research, and writing. These skills in addition to his keen analytical mind strengthened by years of rigorous legal research and writing make him formidable in negotiations and the courtroom. Austin’s pleasant demeanor, organization, and candor when evaluating and resolving cases make him popular with clients and court staff.. When Austin isn’t in court or preparing for court, he can often be found on the basketball court or adventuring throughout the Pacific Northwest with his rescue dog, Wally.

My name is Bayly Miller, and I founded this practice on a commitment to set the standard for family law and criminal defense. When you need an experienced attorney to make sure that your rights are protected, no one will fight more aggressively on your behalf than me.. With over 20 years of experience, I have the tools to get results and secure your justice. My practice has an extensive and intricate understanding of legal procedures, from divorce mediation, child custody, to child support cases.. When you need to be sure that you are getting the very best legal representation, trust me to do everything in my power to get the best possible ruling on your case.

My law practice focuses primarily on criminal defense. I help people facing misdemeanors, felonies, and traffic infractions. A significant portion of my practice involves DUI/DWI Defense, Assaults, Malicious Mischief, Theft, Drug Possession, Burglary, Identity Theft, Domestic Violence DV, Harassment, Traffic Tickets. I am an active member of the Washington State Bar Association, the Tacoma Pierce County Bar Association, Washington Defenders Association, and Washington Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers.. A long time local to Tacoma, I graduated from Wilson High School. From there, I went on to the University of Washington and later to Gonzaga University School of Law.  I enjoy rooting for both the Huskies and the Zags, but it can be bit tough come basketball season in the chance they play each other.  I live in Gig Harbor with my wife, Lisa, who is also an attorney, and our two sons.

Mr. Jaeggli believes that legal representation should be affordable and accessible.  Beckwith Law works to provide its clients with high quality representation at reasonable rates, and will commit to spending the time and energy needed to provide its clients with the fierce representation they need for whatever legal issue confronts them, while always affording the clients the respect and dignity they deserve.About Robert JaeggliMr. Jaeggli has successfully fought criminal cases throughout the Puget Sound, including the city and county courts in King County, Snohomish County, Pierce County, Thurston County, and Kitsap County. Additionally, he has represented clients in various civil matters before the courts in the area.

Mission Statement: Making wrongs right where your life matters.. I have been representing individuals for over 20 years in what I believe to be the most important and emotionally charged legal matters that an individual can find themselves in: Family Law & Criminal Law. I believe that you have a right to experienced and knowledgeable representation in these important matters involving your life. I understand that whether the matter involves the most important people in your life or your freedom is at stake, you are the one that has to live with any consequences, and it is your future and your family that needs to be fought for and protected.I always let my clients know that I am going to be honest with them about the situation that they are in. In addition, I let my clients know that I will be committed to being respectful and compassionate in my conversations with them, and to carry that commitment into conversations, negotiation, and trial. I believe that, because of that attitude of integrity and straightforward approach, I am more often than not able to achieve wonderful results for my clients.However, not all cases end up being resolved through negotiation, and trial is the natural result. I am not kidding when I tell clients that I have done hundreds of trials. I believe that my strength in trial is being able to identify where the facts don’t line up, identifying what are the most important elements of the story, and identifying successfully the issues for the trier of fact. That is why, more often than not, we are able to make wrongs right, in your life’s matters.

Mike Maltby is an experienced criminal lawyer with over 25 years of experience litigating thousands of criminal cases including homicide.  As a  straight shooter,  Mike is known for excellent trial, advocacy and negotiating skills.  He is respected by both judges and opposing counsel for his high degree of professionalism and effectiveness.  Mr. Maltby is a passionate advocate who works tirelessly to achieve the best possible results for his clients.. Away from the office and court you would likely find Mike enjoying biking and fly fishing.

Legrand Jones is available to serve clients throughout the southern Puget Sound area. Most of his current practice involves criminal defense in Pierce, Thurston, and Mason Counties. Legrand has considerable experience in; handling a variety of criminal cases, civil/human rights issues, firm management, and team building.. Legrand was born in Detroit, Michigan and raised in multiple areas here on the West coast.  He has one younger brother, and currently maintains a residence in the Southern Puget Sound area with his wife and child.. Legrand has worked as a mental health counselor, in retail sales/management, and as a short order cook.. Some of his volunteer activities include; Organizer/Legal Observer/Chapter Coordinator with The National Lawyers Guild,  Disaster Responder with the Tacoma Chapter of The American Red Cross, Chapter Coordinator of the Tacoma Chapter of Amnesty International, and Educator within the McNeil Island Corrections Center.. After graduating law school, he was admitted to the Washington State Bar Association. Prior to co-founding the firm he worked as a public defender with the Pierce County Department of Assigned Counsel, and as a solo-practioner.. Legrand is involved with numerous, local, national, and international projects to do with social justice and human rights.. He is a voracious reader and is just learning to play the violin. He enjoys traveling, and re-learning the value of life and what it means through the eyes of his nine year old son.

Kurt Stender is an aggressive criminal defense attorney who has practiced criminal defense since 2001. He represents clients throughout the Puget Sound area. His practice focusses on clients charged with all levels of crime, including DUI, domestic violence, theft, reckless driving and drug related crimes. In addition, Kurt also represents clients seeking to vacate, expunge and seal their criminal records.

Jessica Ritzmann has devoted her law practice to representing individuals who have been accused of a crime.

Jesse has 10+ years of experience practicing in Washington's superior, district, federal, and municipal courts on both sides of the Cascades. After working as a prosecutor for three government jurisdictions, Jesse has pivoted to representing the people behind the paperwork as a criminal defense attorney at Beckwith Law. He uses his intimate knowledge of "how the sausage is made" to help negotiate the best possible resolutions on criminal charges throughout the Puget Sound/ Salish Sea areas.. Beckwith Law believes that legal representation should be affordable and accessible. Beckwith Law works to provide its clients with high quality representation at reasonable rates, and will commit to spending the time and energy needed to provide its clients with the fierce representation they need for whatever legal issue confronts them, while always affording the clients the respect and dignity they deserve.

It's essential to get a good sense of what we're all about. Beyond being aware of what type of law we practice, defining who we are is just as important. Obviously, selecting a criminal defense attorney is a critical decision. A firm with experience is, no doubt, a must have – however, it's crucial to work with a firm you're comfortable with, and have the utmost confidence in.. We believe that the Blanford Law attitude and approach set us apart. And, our owner and lead attorney, Ken Blanford, exemplifies the essence of the firm. Put simply, Ken is passionate about connecting with clients on a personal level. He fosters relationships without assumptions, without preconceived notions, and he focuses on establishing a deep rapport with every individual he represents.. Taking the lead from Ken, we are a firm where what you see is what you get – in the best sense of the phrase. We are no-nonsense and relentless, yet we maintain pride in being fair and honest. Maybe opposite of what you're prepared to expect from attorneys, here at Blanford Law we're great listeners instead of fast talkers – that's just who we are.. With over 10 years of defense experience, Blanford Law represents clients across Washington: King, Pierce, Kitsap, Kittitas, Jefferson, Thurston, Snohomish, Yakima, Lewis, Island, Cowlitz, Clallam, Chelan, Grant, Whitman, Walla-Walla, Skamania, Clark, Grays Harbor, Okanogan, Spokane, Skagit and Mason Counties, as well as Seattle and Tacoma Federal District Court.

I understand that being charged with a criminal offense can be a daunting experience. The court system can be confusing, difficult and frustrating. I always strive to give you the strongest possible legal defense, as well as provide you with the information that you need in order to understand your options at each stage of the process. My goal is to provide you with exceptional, caring and competent representation so that you can navigate through the adjudicative process with ease.

I grew up here in Tacoma, and came back after my military service and law school to practice in my home town. I spent the last two years of law school working full time, while taking classes, as a legal intern so that I could hit the ground running for my clients from day 1. When I'm not in the office, or in court, I'm either training for my next Tough Mudder run, practicing my guitar (believe me, I need the practice), or enjoying time with my friends and family.

I began the firm in 1996.  Initially a solo practitioner, I've worked tirelessly to protect client’s rights and assert their positions in complex litigation.. I selected the location of the office carefully, ensuring close contact with the community we serve.. The team at Jardine Law shares her commitment to client and community, ensuring that all clients experience a sense of team commitment in an atmosphere of compassion.

I am here to offer you excellent, aggresive and effective legal representation in your criminal defense, personal injury and other legal matters. I am a successful trial lawyer and negotiator.. In 1987 I received a scholarship to Study Mandarin and eastern philosophy in Taipei, Taiwan.. In 1990 I received my B.A. in Philosophy and in Chinese Studies.. In 1994 I received an M.A. in Philosophy with an emphasis in epistemology, eastern philosophy and the study of religion.. In 1994 I entered law shcool and was an active participant in Moot Court program. In 1997 I recieved the Order of the Barristers award.. In 1996 I participated in the trial advocacy program sponsored by the Washington Defender Association.. In 1997 I graduated from Seattle University School of Law.. In 1998 I opened my office in Tacoma and began taking personal injury and criminal defense cases.. I have been an active participant in many organizations such as Americans United for the Separation of church and State, The Washington Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers where I am a co-chair of the rules committee working on eye-witness identification reform.. I am active in our legal system. I have made public comment,  submitted research and have made recommendations to the Washington State Bar Association, to both the Washington state House of Representatives and Senate on topics such as medical marijuana, booking photos, eye witness identification, and discovery rules all of which help protect the rights of the innocent and the rights of the accused.. I will vigorously defend your rights whether involved in an accident, injured or are accused of a crime!

I am an attorney with Beckwith Law, where I primarily defend clients facing charges such as Driving Under the Influence, and allegations involving Domestic Violence. Prior to coming to Beckwith, I practiced as a public defender in Kitsap County. That was my initial exposure to the immense disparity in resources between a criminal defendant, and the State. I empathize with the struggle of feeling powerless in the face of criminal charges. My goals as a criminal defense lawyer are to counsel clients through the difficult process of the criminal justice system, and to advocate strongly on their behalf to ensure that we achieve the best possible result from that process.

I am a criminal defense attorney at Beckwith Law, a Tacoma and Seattle based firm that is devoted to criminal defense. Our firm handles a variety of criminal defense cases, specializing in Domestic Violence, DUI, Assault, and Juvenile offenses.. Beckwith Law zealously advocates for its clients. I am passionate about criminal defense - as is every attorney in our firm - which translates to success both in and out of the courtroom.. I am committed to advocating for my clients at all stages of the criminal justice system. I believe in compassion, empathy, and communication when working with clients.