Top Criminal Defense Lawyers in KENT | 37 available

37 Criminal Defense lawyers are available in KENT, Washington, including An Nguyen, Anthony Grasher, Anthony McCluskey, and Bradley Barshis. These lawyers are rated between 4.5/5 to 4.9/5 and 58% provide free consultation.
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Jeffrey MacNichols

Firm: Stewart MacNichols Harmell, Inc. PS
655 West Smith Street, Suite 210 , Kent , Washington 98032
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
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“my case and was available 24/7. Jeff saved my reputation, and my job. I will refer him to everyone”
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“Having worked in the area of criminal defense for the past 15 years I had the pleasure of knowing Jeff for all that time. He is well known and respected in every court in our area …”
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Duncan Lewis

Firm: Law Office of Duncan Lewis
27020 Pacific Highway South , Kent , Washington 98032
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
Duncan I. Lewis has been a criminal defense attorney for over 31 years, practicing primarily in the federal and state courts of Washington. Many of his cases and clients have been featured prominently in the media.. A 1987 graduate of Willamette University School of Law with a perfect score in Professional Responsibility (ethics)  Mr. Lewis and his clients have enjoyed extraordinary success in thousands of cases ranging from the death penalty mitigation to misdemeanors.. Mr. Lewis has also successfully won the pretrial dismissal of dozens of criminal cases based on motion practice and intensive investigations.. Mr. Lewis has a particular depth of experience in how mental health intersects with the law and his collaborative work with other attorneys and mental health professionals in this field has been favorably reviewed by the University of Washington and the Journal of Law and Psychiatry. Mr. Lewis enjoys representing clients who are neuro-diverse, including people with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Attention Deficit Disorder, Bipolar Disorder and Depression.. Mr. Lewis has been a guest lecturer at Seattle University School of Law and has been a national and international lecturer to other attorneys in the area of criminal law and how it intersects with mental health at Continuing Legal Education seminars.. Recently, Mr. Lewis was interviewed on KOMO News Radio in Seattle regarding a recent Supreme Court case regarding criminal justice and juveniles.. Mr. Lewis understands that sometimes good people are accused of and criminally charged with terrible sounding crimes. However, the second you meet Mr. Lewis, his intellect and non-judgmental compassion will immediately put you at ease. You will also see first hand how Mr. Lewis has an intensely engaging and persuasive presence when presenting cases before a jury.
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“dea for me to show up alone and was I very nervous. I hired Duncan as recommended and I'm so glad I”
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“I endorse this lawyer. Duncan is extremely experienced and truly cares about his clients.”
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

James Van Newton

428 W Harrison St , Kent , Washington 98032
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
James Newton, is the first person you will meet with when you come to the office to talk about your case.  He has built a great team of attorneys, each with the skill sets needed to give you the best possible defense.. James attended Antioch University in Seattle and received an A.B. and went on to earn his Juris Doctorate from Gonzaga University School of Law in Spokane, WA.  He has been admitted to the Washington State Bar and the U.S. District Court Western District of Washington.. Whether you are looking for a Seattle rape attorney or have been charged with a DUI. James Newton and his team are criminal defense attorney's that KNOW the law.
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“I went to Jim Newton and his team after being falsely accused of a crime. I had met with several oth”
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“I endorse James. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community.”
Avvo Rating: Rated 4.4 out of 5

Bradley Barshis

Firm: Newton & Hall, Attorneys at Law, PLLC
610 Central Ave S. , Kent , Washington 98032
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI, Criminal Defense, Sex Crime, Violent Crime, Speeding Ticket
Brad handles a variety of serious criminal cases, including both felony and serious misdemeanor matters. This year, Brad was named to the distinguished Top 100 Trial Lawyers in America, by The National Trial Lawyers organization. He also was named one of the Top 40 under 40 Criminal Defense Lawyers.. In 2016 he was also recognized by the National College for DUI Defense as one of the most experienced DUI defense attorneys in the country when he was voted in as a member of the organization.. In July of 2016 Brad was also named one of the Top Tacoma DUI Lawyers by the organization that ranks Best DUI Attorneys in America.. Brad excels at giving clients a positive experience. As a criminal defense lawyer, he works diligently to achieve favorable outcomes for those facing criminal charges. He handles cases ranging from misdemeanors to serious felony crimes. He handles cases for clients throughout King, Pierce, Thurston, Snohomish and other counties as well as across the state.. Brad graduated from Webster University, and went on to earn his Juris Doctorate from Gonzaga University - School of Law. He is currently admitted to the Washington State Bar, as well as to the U.S. District Court, Western District of Washington.. At Newton & Hall in Kent, Washington, our criminal defense lawyers serve clients throughout the state of Washington, including the greater Seattle, Tacoma, and Olympia area; South King County including Kent, Renton, Federal Way, and Auburn; and Eastside communities including Bellevue, Issaquah and Kirkland, Redmond, Issaquah and Woodinville. The attorneys of Newton & Hall travel statewide, handling criminal trials in both the Washington State and federal courts.
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“rough it beforehand. The confidence he had in getting my case dismissed and charges dropped are wha”
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“I'm happy to be able to write an endorsement for Bradley. He is a hardworking and effective attorney. I'm always impressed with the effort he puts into fighting for his clients. He…”
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Brandon Feldman

Firm: Feldman & Lee, PS
604 West Meeker Street , Kent , Washington 98032
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense , Motor Vehicle Accidents, Personal Injury, Personal Injury, Personal Injury, Personal Injury, Personal Injury, Personal Injury
Hello, my name is Brandon Feldman. I was born and raised in the Seattle area. One ideal I learned at a very young age is to be there for those who need help. Whether that was volunteering for two years through the Americorp program following my undergraduate studies or my current position as an auction fundraiser for kids grammar school. The bottom line is that I love to help people. As an attorney I practice in the areas of criminal defense and personal injury. Both of these fields require an attorney who is an excellent communicator, willing to help, and is cognizant the client needs to be placed in the best position possible to succeed. Here at the Law Office of Feldman & Lee I will not disappoint you with any of these principles when retained to assist you with either your criminal defense/personal injury needs. Please call today to schedule your free consulation so we can begin the process to determining how best to handle your case.
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“aged, Brandon agreed to represent her due to his genuine commitment to helping clients. He developed”
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“I endorse this lawyer, Mr. Feldman has "seen it all" as a criminal defense attorney, and he is well known in the legal community.”
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“Trang Nguyen of Feldman and Lee attorney's in Kent,WA is just the best attorney I have used. She is very professional and understands immigration laws to help me with my case. The …”
— Khaled Onel
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Brian Beattie

420 W Harrison St Ste 201 , Kent , Washington 98032
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
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“Great as an Attorney, completes tasks that are needed to ensure ones innocence and show homework wa”
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“I worked with Brian for several years & highly endorse him. He is an excellent attorney, who fights hard for his clients. Further, he will not shy away from tough cases & is a fant…”
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Charles Varni

Firm: Newton & Hall, Attorneys at Law, PLLC
610 Central Avenue South , Kent , Washington 98032
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
I am an attorney with Newton and Hall, PLLC.– a law firm dedicated solely to criminal defense. Our firm handles complex felony cases to simple misdemeanors. I became a criminal defense attorney because I care about the criminal justice system and people’s rights. Too often the scales of justice are tipped in the favor of a prosecution with seemingly unlimited resources. I believe that a person deserves their day in Court and I want to be there to help them succeed on that day. I strive to support, educate, and advocate for my clients to achieve the greatest possible outcome in any case.
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“Charlie is the best. He communicated with me and my family through out the whole process. He is alwa”
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“Charlie is an excellent attorney who knows the ins and outs of both the law and the court system. He gets great results for his clients and knows how to give them the royal treatme…”
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Erik Olsen

Firm: Hanis Irvine Prothero, PLLC
6703 S 234th St Ste 300 , Kent , Washington 98032
Practice Areas: Real Estate, Criminal Defense, Speeding Ticket, Car Accident, Expungement, Criminal Defense, Criminal Defense, Criminal Defense
Erik enjoys a broad range of practice areas includingcriminal defense (misdemeanors), personal injury cases (motor vehicle), and representing Homeowners’ Associations. Additionally, Erik works all traffic infraction cases for the firm and has been very successful in his handling of over 1,000 traffic hearings. Erik also occasionally works as a Judge Pro Tem and previously served as Commissioner for the Kent Municipal Court.. Erik graduated with honors from the University of Washington in 2007 with a BA in philosophy, and received his JD from Gonzaga University School of Law, graduating Magna Cum Laude. During his time at Gonzaga Law, Erik served as the Developmental Committee Chair and an Associate Editor for Gonzaga’s Law Review and was awarded 3L Associate Editor of the year. Erik was also an associate editor for Gonzaga’s Journal of International Law. During his 3L year, Erik worked in Gonzaga’s University Legal Assistance, a non-profit clinical law program providing pro bono services to the local community.. Erik serves on the Board of the Rotary Club of Kent (president 2019-20), and was formerly on the Board of the South King County Bar Association (president 2013-14, 21-23), Board of Governors for the Washington Criminal Defense Lawyers Association (2015-17) and former mentor in in Communities in School Kent Program. Erik enjoys serving his local community through the Rotary Club of Kent and as volunteer counsel for the Kent Downtown Partnership.. In his free time, Erik enjoys rock climbing, running, football, tabletop games, grilling, and theatre.
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“Working with Erik Olsen was an excellent experience. He was speedy, thorough, and knowledgeable whil”
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“Mr. Olsen is a well respected and experienced attorney in our community who dedicates a great deal of his time to help both his clients and the community as a whole. I endorse him …”
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Erik Kaeding

Firm: Newton and Hall, Attorneys at Law
610 Central Ave S , Kent , Washington 98032
Practice Areas: Assault & Battery, Criminal Defense , Domestic Violence, Drug Crimes, DUI/DWI, Felonies, Parole and Probation, Traffic Violations, White Collar Crime, Domestic Violence, Domestic Violence, Domestic Violence, Domestic Violence
Erik is an experienced and aggressive criminal defense lawyer in Kent, Washington. He has worked as a criminal defense attorney in the King County and Pierce County courts and has sat as a Judge Pro Tem in various courts in King County, including Auburn, Kent, and Renton. For 28 years, he managed his own boutique practice located on the Kent East Hill just minutes from the Regional Justice Center and the Kent courts. In 2023, he joined the law firm of Newton & Hall in Kent.. Erik has defended all types of criminal charges from Murder to Domestic Violence. As well as Assault, Shoplifting, Solicitation, Forgery, Reckless Driving, VUCSA, DUI, Theft, Robbery, Burglary, drug offenses, sex offenses, Child Molestation, and misdemeanors and felonies.. Erik is a proud member of the Samish Indian Nation and his roots in Washington go back for untold generations. He graduated from the University of Washington. He attended law school at the University of Puget Sound School of Law in Tacoma (now Seattle University School of Law). He is an avid Mariners and Seahawks fan and he gets out on the links any time he can. He can be spotted every afternoon attempting to walk his energetic chocolate lab, Finnegan.
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“is very professional and will try his best to get the best outcome possible. Thank you Mr. Kaeding f”
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“I endorse Erik. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community.”
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“Erik Kaeding is an extremely knowledgeable, and helpful experienced lawyer. He knows the court system extremely well and Judges know him as a very professional and respectable repr…”
— John Forney
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

David Iannotti

655 W Smith St Ste 210 , Kent , Washington 98032
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
About David:  During his eleven years aggressively representing persons in Washington courts, David Iannotti has developed a strong reputation for his willingness to try difficult cases to a jury and argue pertinent legal issues to the Court of Appeals.. David Iannotti grew up on the East Coast, slowly making his way across the U.S. and ultimately ending up here in the state of Washington. Most of his family still resides in Washington D.C., New York, Boston and Florida. David obtained his undergraduate degree from Miami University in Oxford, Ohio with a degree in Political Science and Economics. While at Miami University, he worked as an intern for Butler County Superior Court Judge Patricia Oney.. After graduating from Miami University, David moved back to Washington D.C. and worked as a legal assistant for Spriggs & Hollingsworth. During this time, he primarily focused on preparing large product liability cases for trial, working as the lead paralegal on several extensive jury trials. After two years of working in D.C., David decided to go back to school and obtain his law degree.. David moved to Chicago, Illinios to pursue his law degree at the John Marshall Law School where he received a Dean's Scholarship for his academic performance. While he was a student at the John Marshall Law School, David spent three months in Beijing, China studying a comparison of the American and Chinese criminal justice systems. He then went on to publish an article in the International Law Journal titled "International Criminal Law, 2004 Year in Review".. After graduating from Law School in January 2006, David moved to the state of Washington with his wife and passed the Washington State Bar Exam.. David has established his home here in Seattle, Washington where he spends his free time racing road bikes, playing Ultimate Frisbee, and most importantly, enjoying time with his family.. After passing the bar, he initially worked as an associate at a small firm focused on Immigration and Criminal Law representing Spanish speaking defendants in their immigration and criminal defense matters.  David is concentrating his practice on criminal defense.. Since joining SMH, David has developed a reputation for his willingness to try difficult cases to a jury, from Shoplifting to Murder in the 1st Degree.  David also leads the appellate practice of SMH arguing for the rights of his clients to Superior Court and the Court of Appeals, including trying to make changes in the law involving the Per Se Marijuana DUI and the First Amendment Right to Freedom of Speech.. Bar Admissions:. Washington, 2006. U.S. District Court Western District of Washington, 2007. U.S. District Court Eastern District of Washington, 2007. U.S. Court of Appeals 9th Circuit, 2007
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“in many other ways. After I was found ‘Not Guilty’, I learned that David wins 80% of his cases!”
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“David is an outstanding trial attorney with a record and reputation to back it up. He is a skilled and creative attorney who works tirelessly for his clients.”
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Anthony Grasher

Firm: Newton and Hall
610 Central Ave South , Kent , Washington 98032
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
After three years of labor law I am back as a criminal defense attorney.. Please contact me at Newton and Hall. -Anthony Grasher, Esq.
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“ommend for anyone needing legal help.”
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“Anthony excels in the area of criminal defense. His in depth knowledge of and passion for the field makes him an asset for his clients. He cares about his clients on a personal lev…”
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Edwin Aralica

420 W Harrison St Ste 201 , Kent , Washington 98032
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
I am a King County public defender in Seattle and Kent. I believe that anyone charged with a crime deserves the best representation.  My practice is devoted to criminal defense and appeals. I currently represent adults charged with felonies. I have also worked juvenile court, district, and municipal court. I am originally from Las Vegas, Nevada.
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“i would get. Aralica fought for me when no one else would. I appreciate everything he did and wish i”
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“Edwin Aralica is an extraordinarily knowledgeable and diligent attorney. He is always thoroughly prepared and is a powerful courtroom advocate.”

Devin Hennessey

Firm: Brumley & Hull
1303 Central Ave South , Kent , Washington 98032
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
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“Devin is kind and compassionate and treats all of his clients with respect. He will do what it takes to ensure the best result. He is a pleasure to work with. I endorse this lawyer…”
Avvo Rating: Rated 3.3 out of 5

Donna Johnston

Firm: Brumley & Hull, PLLC
1303 Central Avenue South, Suite 201 , Kent , Washington 98032
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, General Practice, Family, Speeding Ticket, Entertainment
I have been an attorney since 1983. I was a high profile drug prosecutor in New Jersey for 3 years before moving to Washington State. I have the experience needed to help resolve your case!
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“Donna is amazing! She helped me greatly in fighting multiple cases filed against me, and the result”
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“Donna has been invaluable in helping me better understand the nuances of the law, both criminal and family, and I am extremely grateful to be on the same team as her!”

An Nguyen

420 W Harrison St Ste 201 , Kent , Washington 98032
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
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“An became one of my best friends in law school. An is a passionate leader and very dedicated to pursuing justice for all persons in our criminal justice system. He is smart, capabl…”
Avvo Rating: Rated 2.2 out of 5

David Kontos

Firm: Law Office of David Kontos
1103 WEST MEEKER ST., SUITE 102 , KENT , Washington 98032
Practice Areas: Child Custody & Visitation, Child Support, Criminal Defense , Divorce, Domestic Violence, Family , Felonies, Prenuptial Agreement, Probate , Family, Family, Family
David Kontos has been practicing law for over 30 years. He is a graduate of Western Washington University, with a B.A. and a J.D. from Seattle University School of Law.  His prmary emphasis over the last 10 years has been all aspects of family law:  dissolution; custody, child support and others.
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“with compassion and showed genuine commitment to my child’s safety and well-being. Mr. Kontos is h”
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“I endorse this lawyer. David is a wise and thoughtful attorney. His clients are fortunate to have him on their side.”
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“Collects money, doesn’t listen to client. Nor does he produce results. Personally produced all court ordained docs.”
— Trisha Smith

Daehyun Kim

Firm: Stewart MacNichols Harmell
655 W. Smith St. Suite 210 , Kent , Washington 98032
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
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“Daehyun will fight for you, he works hard for his clients, I highly recommend him.”

Christopher Franklin

Firm: King County Office Of Public Defense
420 W Harrison St Ste 202 , Kent , Washington 98032
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
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“I endorse this lawyer. I have known him in the King County community to be a lawyer in good standing. I have seen him litigate and he is an aggressive advocate for his clients.”
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Anthony McCluskey

Firm: Stewart MacNichols & Harmell Inc. P.S.
655 W Smith St Ste 210 , Kent , Washington 98032
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
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“I had the best experience with Anthony, He is passionate about his job and will fight for you. Upo”
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Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

David Kirshenbaum

Firm: Kirshenbaum & Goss, Inc., PS
1314 Central Avenue So Suite 101 , Kent , Washington 98032
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense , DUI & DWI, DUI & DWI, DUI & DWI
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“I endorse David. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community.”
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