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My undergraduate education at the University of Washington started with a concentration in South Asian Area Studies but I finished with a B.S. in Cell/Molecular Biology. Upon completion of my undergraduate degree I entered a PhD program at the University of New Mexico with an emphasis on evolution and adaptive physiology. I completed my PhD in 1986. Along the way I taught at undergraduate and graduate levels. My research has been published in national and international peer-reviewed journals.. Upon returning to Seattle, I entered the University of Washington Law School, earning my J.D. in 1989. While a law student I worked representing low-income individuals in a law clinic and also taught an ecology/natural history class in the UW's Zoology program. In 1989 I joined the Defender Association as a staff attorney. In my years at the Defender Association I represented indigent clients on cases ranging from suspended driver's licenses to homicide.. I now work out of my home as a sole practitioner. My low overhead allows me to make a living while keeping my fees within reach of the average person.. I enjoy working with clients from diverse backgrounds. I lived in Thailand for two years and have traveled in Japan, India, and Maylaysia. Teaching in New Mexico, I had students from the Navajo, Hopi, and Zuni tribes. These experiences educated me on the significance of understanding culture and language when working with others. I am LGBT and kink friendly.

Seattle attorney Jon Zulauf has regularly been recognized as one of the top criminal defense lawyers in Washington state. He is a member of The National Trial Lawyers, an exclusive legal organization composed of the Top 100 Trial Lawyers from each state. He has been named every year since 2003 to Washington State Super Lawyers, including most recently for 2011. Seattle Magazine has ranked him one of the top five criminal defense attorneys in Seattle, and he has been listed in Best Lawyers in America every year since 1995, including for 2011. Seattle Metropolitan Magazine named Jon as being among the top criminal defense attorneys in King County, and the September/October 2010 issue of Super Lawyers, Corporate Counsel Edition honored him as one of the top attorneys in Civil and Criminal Litigation in America. The 2011 U.S.News—Best Lawyers® "Best Law Firms" survey has given Zulauf & Chambliss a Tier 1 Ranking for Seattle in the area of Criminal Defense: Non-White-Collar.. Jon has built a highly successful white-collar criminal defense practice. He has represented a lawyer charged with racketeering in Alaska, a real estate developer charged with securities violations, doctors accused of Medicare fraud, and corporations charged with EPA and FDA crimes. He has represented corporations accused by the Department of Financial Institutions of fraud in the Pay Day Loan industry and individuals charged with IRS crimes.. Other notable cases Jon has taken on include:. In 2008, Jon successfully defended Pamela Moran, charged in Federal Court with 36 Counts of tax fraud. After a lengthy trial before Judge Coughenour, she was found not guilty of all counts.. In 2007, Jon volunteered to represent two Guantanamo Bay detainees allegedly involved in acts of terrorism. He traveled to Cuba, met with his clients, and worked to establish that his clients had no association with Al Qaeda or the Taliban. Each of those clients has now been released from prison. Jon has also contributed his time to the Innocence Project, and he successfully reversed a conviction in which his client was falsely accused of committing thousands of acts of child molestation in the notorius Wenatchee child sex abuse trials.

Denice Gagner is a criminal defense attorney who works in the Seattle area. Her practice focuses primarily on DUI and domestic violence cases, including protection order petitions.. Ms. Gagner’s experience on both sides of the criminal courtroom provides her with unique insight when it comes to defending her clients in a criminal case.

My Clients: I understand that for many of my clients the legal process can be daunting during one of the most difficult times of their lives. With that in mind, I have a tremendous amount of compassion for their situations and the struggles they are enduring. To serve them best I listen to their stories carefully, use my experiences and knowledge of the law, and I fight for their justice.. My Caseload: To ensure personal and thorough legal representation for my clients, I keep my caseload at a level that allows me to spend the necessary time to give each client the individual attention that each individual case requires. Working hard on client cases results in extremely beneficial resolutions.. My Practice: I limit my practice to only criminal defense and personal injury cases. That focus has enabled me to acquire in-depth knowledge and extensive experiences in both areas of the law.  Armed with those legal skills I can provide exceptional legal representation for the cases I handle.. My Experience:  As an attorney with many years of experience in both criminal law and personal injury, I have successfully represented clients charged with misdemeanor and felony crimes in Federal, Superior, District, and Municipal courts throughout the Puget Sound area.  To my clients, I promise and then make sure that they get the best possible resolution for their cases.. My many years of experience trying cases and working on behalf of big insurance companies have provided me with immeasurable knowledge of personal injury cases and insurance law. That knowledge and experience enables me to provide my clients with the legal expertise they deserve, and in turn, results in higher settlements from insurance companies.. For more information, see

Defending individuals in the following areas of Criminal Law: Felonies, Assault, Victim Representation, DUI, BUI, Driving While License Suspended (DWLS), Minor in Possession (MIP), Gross Misdemeanors, Misdemeanors, Theft, Prostitution, Harassment, Drug charges.

I am dedicated to achieving justice for my clients.  We are skilled at assisting you with your personal injury or criminal defense needs. We are trial attorneys.  I pride myself in thouroughly preparing each case I handle so that we can achieve the best result possible.. I have helped thousands of clients achieve the best results possible. The types of civil cases we have handled include:. 1. Wrongful death;. 2. Car accidents;. 3. Slip and falls;. 4. Police misconduct;. 5.  Negligence claims; and. 6.  More. In the criminal defense realm I have handled everything from 1st degree murder down to simple misdemeanors.. Additionally, I teach trial advocacy to attorneys on a national level.  In  recent years I have taught attorneys in Washington State, Arizona,  Louisiana and Ohio.  My firm focuses on serious criminal allegations and personal injury litigation.

Jared Isaacson's passion lies in forging strong connections with his clients and skillfully conveying their stories. During his tenure as a public defender, he advocated for a wide range of individuals in cases spanning from minor misdemeanors to severe crimes like murder. Transitioning to a personal injury attorney for plaintiffs, Jared has successfully helped clients regain stability, achieving jury verdicts amounting to $2.25 million in two years. Committed to the legal community, he dedicates time to mentoring other attorneys in mastering client story presentation and understanding the nuances of their cases. The educational aspect of his work brings him immense satisfaction. Jared graduated from Seattle University School of Law in 2015 and continued on at the Trial Lawyers College and the National Criminal Defense College. His accomplishments have earned him recognition as a top 40 under 40 lawyer by the National Trial Lawyers Organization and as a Schwartz scholar by the Washington Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers.

I have strived to assist friends, family and clients to the highest degree of professionalism.  During law school, I served as a volunteer at the New Orleans Public Defender’s Office for three (3) summers and gained valuable experience.. During college, I worked along side prosecutors and defense attorneys while under the guidance of Judge Sheila Moss at the Lake County Superior Court, as a legal secretary.. I strive to establish myself as a loyal and effective voice for clients. I am currently a Public Defender for Lake Superior Court, Division I.   I also regularly serve as a judge pro tem for Lake County Superior Court.. My commitment to the underserved extends to our country’s veterans. I have assited client's in gaining access to Lake County Veterans Court, which provides legal services and facilitates rehabilitation for veterans from Indiana.. I would be more than happy to discuss any aspect of your case with you.  However, please note that emails through AVVO requesting legal advice will not be answered unless we have an established attorney-client relationship.

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!

STEPHAN R. ILLA is a criminal defense attorney in private practice. Since his graduation from the Yale Law School in 1984, he has represented individuals and entities accused of serious criminal misconduct in state and federal courts throughout the United States. He is certified by the Washington Supreme Court to serve as lead counsel in capital trials pursuant to SPR 2. He specializes in the defense of criminal cases in federal court..

W. James Kotlowski's practice primarily focuses on DUI's and driving related criminal offenses as well as other misdemeanors. Mr. Kotlowski's first priority is Client Service. He has practiced law in Seattle since 1994, is a 1991 graduate of Regent University School of Law, and 1992 LL.M. (Master of Laws) graduate of McGeorge School of Law. He is a member of the King County Bar Association and Washington Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

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 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.

Thank you for your interest in my practice!  I am an experienced trial attorney with particular skills in defending people who are facing serious criminal charges, such as assault, murder and sex crimes.  I also handle misdemeanors, property crimes, and drug offenses.  My strengths are in client communication, organization, cross-examination, and closing argument.  I am qualified by the Washington State Supreme Court to serve as lead counsel in potential death penalty cases.

Cashton L. Sessler is a prominent Seattle attorney with over 30 years of comprehensive experience in criminal defense and personal injury law. He began his legal career in 1986 at a small personal injury firm and subsequently gained trial experience as a Deputy Prosecutor for Whatcom County. Following a stint at an insurance defense firm, Mr. Sessler established Cashton L. Sessler, P.S. in 1991, where he has focused on representing clients in complex criminal and personal injury cases.. Mr. Sessler’s diverse experience, including roles as a prosecutor, insurance defense attorney, and personal injury advocate, provides him with a comprehensive understanding of the legal system. This background allows him to effectively evaluate and address each case's strengths and weaknesses, preparing every case as if it will go to trial.. He is recognized for his professional achievements as a Fellow of the American Bar Foundation, a member of the National Trial Lawyers Top 100 Attorneys, and a recipient of the America’s Top 100 Attorneys Lifetime Achievement Award. Additionally, Mr. Sessler has been honored by Martindale-Hubbell and America’s Top 100 Criminal Defense Attorneys and is an experienced speaker on legal topics.

Zach Jarvis began his career as a lawyer in 2005 by writing appeals for indigent persons. Through six years in the trenches as a public defender in King County, Zach and his clients enjoyed an atypical streak of trial victories. Prior to becoming a founding partner of Hart Jarvis Chang, Zach had been an associate attorney in a private, predominantly civil practice in South King County.. Zach has been lead or co-counsel on over twenty-six trials. Zach’s experience in criminal, civil, and appellate practice runs the spectrum from representing a man accused of murder to representing plaintiffs in suits against employers and government actors. Zach is proud to have always represented individuals against powerful entities.. While in law school, Zach participated in both mock trial and the arts law clinic. As a law student, he also studied abroad in India. When away from the office Zach enjoys movies of all eras, drawing, going to concerts, and spending time with his wife and young son. He has has travelled extensively throughout Northern Europe, Asia, and Mexico.. -Admitted to practice in the State of Washington. -Admitted to practice in the United States District Court for the Western District of Washington

Our office takes great pride in providing an individualized approach for every single case.  We care about our clients and work towards resolutions that will limit the impact of a criminal charge.  We always keep your future in mind.. Chloe has practiced criminal law for the past 18 years, and is licensed in both Florida and Washington states.  She has served as a Pro Tem (substitute) Judge, trained new attorneys and been a trial mentor to fellow colleagues.  When you are charged with a crime, you need an experienced attorney.  Call our office today. Background:. In 2000, Chloé graduated from Central Washington University with a Bachelor of Arts in Law and Justice.  In 2003, she graduated from Seattle University School of Law, with a Juris Doctorate.  While attending law school, she served as a Law Clerk for Travelers' Insurance defending against property and personal injury claims.. After law school, she worked briefly for Pierce County Public Defender's Office in misdemeanor criminal cases.  From 2003-2014 she was employed by the King County Public Defender's Office and handled approximately 4,000 criminal cases, both felonies and misdemeanors, within her 10+ years of service.  Chloé has extensive experience with Domestic Violence Court and Drug Court, and has effectively handled a myriad of criminal cases.  Her experience ranges from complex cases to simple cases including: Murder Co-Counsel, Arson, Robbery, Drug Trafficking, Drug Possession, Sex Crimes against a Minor, Reckless Driving, Assault & Battery, Driving Under the Influence, Hit and Run, and Driving While License Suspended.