Firm: Bradley Johnson Attorneys
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
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Firm: The Conom Law Firm
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
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Firm: Whaley Law Firm, PLLC
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
Diane Whaley attended Pacific Lutheran University studying Earth Science, Legal Studies and Economics. In 1999, Diane graduated from Seattle University School of Law. After passing the Bar, Diane started her career in criminal defense at the public defense firm - Associated Counsel For The Accused (ACA). For three years, Diane obtained a wide-variety of experience defending clients against misdemeanor and felony offenses. Towards the end of her tenure with ACA, Diane established herself as a talented defense attorney against felony allegations. Diane's reputation followed her into private practice after she opened her law office in 2003. In addition to her private practice, Diane is appointed to serious class A felony cases by the King County Department of Public Defense. Until 2009, Diane had a relationship in multiple cities representing conflict cases in Kent, Tukwila, Des Moines and Pierce County (Superior and Juvenile Courts). Diane served as a Judge Pro Tem in Federal Way Municipal Court until granted an opportunity to supervise Public Defense Criminal Cases in Federal Way Municipal Court for 5 years. Diane has now moved her practice to Olympia, Washington and now serves Thurston, Lewis, Mason, Grays Harbor, Pierce, and King County. Appearances are made in Municipal, District, and Superior Courts. You can find articles about her work on State v. Glenn Proctor under her maiden name Diane Zumwalt. This case gained media attention after Mr. Proctor was released from jail and his case dismissed on the charge of Murder in the Second Degree. This case was co-counseld with Green River Killer Attorney Mark Prothero. Diane believes in equal access to justice, practicing with integrity, and zealous representation. She has a vast depth of knowledge in the criminal defense field after handling thousands of cases over the years. Diane has handled Class A Felonies including Murder in the First Degree, Murder in the Second Degree, Robbery in the First Degree, Robbery in the Second Degree, Theft in the Third Degree, Assault in the First Degree, Assault in the Second Degree, Assault in the Third Degree, Assault in the Fourth Degree-Domestic Violence, Taking Motor Vehicle Without Permission, Violation of Uniform Controlled Substance Act-Possession, Delivery, etc, Trafficking Stolen Property, Unlawful Possession of a Firearm in the First Degree, Unlawful Possession of a Firearm in the Second Degree, Firearms Enhancement cases, DUI, Reckless Driving, Negligent Driving in the First Degree, Felony and Misdemeanor Violation of a No Contact Order-Domestic Violence, Felony and Misdemeanor Harassment-Domestic Violence, Malicious Mischief in the First Degree, Malicious Mischief in the Second Degree, Malicious Mischief in the Third Degree, Strangulation-Domestic Violence, and Dangerous Weapons Enhancement cases. Extensive knowledge of criminal motions to suppress evidence, alternative reductions, alternative approaches to jail time and rehabilitation, deferred prosecutions, stipulated orders of continuance, deferred sentences, DOSA sentences, and Department of Corrections time calculation. Diane's felony trial experience in spending months at a time in trial on serious offenses sets her apart. Refer with confidence.
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Firm: King County Public Defenders
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
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.
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Firm: Brumley & Hull
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
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Firm: Derek Smith
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
Derek brings more than 20 years of criminal law experience to the Tacoma attorney team of Smith and White. His work as a prosecutor, judge, and defense attorney provide him valuable insight into Washington criminal defense law.. Derek tried hundreds of criminal defense cases, including in the state Court of Appeals and Washington State Supreme Court, as a prosecutor with the cities of Seattle and Kent. He’s worked on or negotiated more than 15,000 criminal defense cases ranging from DUI to felony crimes.. Derek served as a vice and narcotics liaison for the Seattle City Attorney’s Office and received the Seattle Police Department Chief’s Award for his handling of dozens of civil asset forfeitures. He has also presided over thousands of cases as a judge pro tem in Federal Way, Pacific and Des Moines.. He graduated with honors from Seattle University School of Law in 1996.. Derek volunteers his time to local nonprofits including serving as president of the Tacoma Art Museum Activities Council in 2010 for the museum’s 75th Anniversary Gala. He served as vice president then president of St. Mark’s Lutheran by the Narrows church council. He currently serves on the Stewardship Council for St. Marks and assist his wife, the director of Sunday School for St. Marks. He is a member of his sons' school PTA and is active in other local charities.. He lives in Tacoma with his family.
Contact: +1 (253) 528-8472
Firm: Law Offices of Desmond Kolke
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
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.
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Firm: Schroader Law, PLLC
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
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.
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Firm: Gagner Law, PLLC
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
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.
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Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
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Firm: Federal Public Defender
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
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Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
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Firm: The Naughton Lawfirm
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
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Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
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Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
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Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
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Firm: Cowlitz County Prosecutor's Office
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
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Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
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Firm: Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
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Firm: Northwest Defenders Division, KCDPD
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
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