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93 S Jackson # 31747 , Seattle , Washington 98104

Practice Areas: General Practice, Business, Estate Planning, Employment, Criminal Defense

Firm: Black & Askerov, PLLC

705 2nd Ave Ste 1111 , Seattle , Washington 98104

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Firm: Marsh & Bennetts, PLLC

1111 3rd Ave., Suite 2220 , Seattle , Washington 98101

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Firm: Aoki Law PLLC

1200 5th Ave., Suite 750 , Seattle , Washington 98101

Practice Areas: Assault & Battery, Constitutional , Legal Malpractice, Motor Vehicle Defects, Sexual Harassment, Criminal Defense, Criminal Defense, Criminal Defense, Criminal Defense

Russell M. Aoki brings nearly 30 years of legal experience to his practice. His practice areas include criminal defense, business litigation, and personal injury claims. During his career, Mr. Aoki has served as judge pro tem, mediator, arbitrator, and Special Master. He has achieved the AV rating, the highest rating for legal abilities by Martindale Hubbell. Mr. Aoki has also been acknowledged by numerous legal associations and organizations as one of the foremost lawyers in criminal defense. He has been named one of the top 25 Criminal Defense Attorneys in Washington State by Washington Law & Politics every year from 2006 to 2015. Seattle Magazine, which recognizes outstanding lawyers based on “peer recognition and professional achievement,” selected Mr. Aoki in 2010 as a top attorney in criminal defense.Mr. Aoki previously served on the Washington State Bar Association’s Board of Governors, during which he also served as the State Bar Treasurer.  He is the Chair of the WSBA's Escalating Cost of Civil Litigation Task Force.  Mr. Aoki was the Washington State Supreme Court’s appointee to the Office of Public Defense Advisory Committee for twelve years. He is the past Board President of Northwest Defender Association, past President of the Asian Bar Association of Washington and a past Trustee of the King County Bar Association

Firm: Pewitt Law PLLC

720 3rd Ave Ste 2015 , Seattle , Washington 98104

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence

I I have devoted my legal career to defending individuals accused of crimes and have represented over one thousand people in district and superior court. I have significant experience defending DUIs and other criminal traffic violations, domestic violence, serious crimes and misdemeanor charges.. I founded Pewitt Law Group, PLLC., after working as a Snohomish County Public Defender for several years. During my tenure as a public defender, I handled cases through all phases of the criminal process, from arraignments through motions and trials. I have earned a reputation as a strong courtroom presence who vigorously advocates for my clients using my significant court room experience and specialized legal training. A small sampling of my specialized training includes:. ·         Gerry Spence Trial Lawyer’s College – Death Penalty Seminar. ·         NCDD Winter Session Defending DUI. ·         NCDD Mastering Scientific Evidence in DWI Case. ·         WA Foundation for Criminal Justice: Defending the Marijuana DUI. ·         WA Foundation for Criminal Justice: Defending DUIs in Washington State. ·         Certified in SFST Administration per NHTSA standards – Robert La Pier & Associates. ·         King County Inter-local Conflict Resolution Group – 40 hour mediation training. I developed my passion for criminal defense and decided to attend law school after serving as a juror in King County Superior Court Judge McDermott’s court room. During law school, I worked as a Legal Extern for Judge McDermott, a Rule 9 Attorney for Snohomish County Public Defender Association and as a Law Clerk in the Sexually Violent Predator Unit at the Washington State Attorney General’s Office.. I graduated magna cum laude from the Seattle University School of Law and represented Seattle University as a member of its National Moot Court Team. I also represented Seattle University School of Law at regional negotiation and client counseling competitions after finishing first in both university level competitions. I served as a member of Seattle University’s Alternative Dispute Resolution Board, creating opportunities for students to increase awareness and use of alternative dispute resolution. I received my B.A. from Washington State University and earned my M.B.A. from the University of Washington. Prior to attending law school, I worked in business, cross cultural training and international marketing.. I am a member of the National College for DUI Defense, Washington State Bar Association and the Washington Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers.

Po Box 17527 , Seattle , Washington 98127

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

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.

901 Fifth Avenue , Seattle , Washington 98164

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

5116 S Wallace St , Seattle , Washington 98178

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Firm: King County Department of Public Defense, Associat

710 2nd Ave Ste 200 , Seattle , Washington 98104

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Firm: Perez & Perez Law, PLLC

801 2nd Ave , Seattle , Washington 98104

Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Criminal Defense

Aggressive, experienced, and effective representation – Our practice focuses on criminal defense and personal injury cases. Our criminal practice includes representation of those accused of crimes against others (sex offenses and crimes of violence). Our personal injury practice includes representation of those injures through the negligence and criminal acts of others. Negligence claims include car accidents and injuries on property or construction sites. Representation of victims of crimes include those injures by an assault, DUI, or sexual assault of others. The combined practice of criminal defense and personal injury works to benefit both groups of clients, as both practice field is benefited by negotiation, investigation, and experience being in court before judges and jurors.. We represent clients in the state courts of Washington and California and federal District Courts in Washington.. I received my undergraduate degree from the University of Washington in June 2009 and law degree from Whittier Law School in Costa Mesa, California in December 2011. I graduated a semester early from law school because I was dedicated to the practice of law and ready to be an aggressive advocate for our clients. I have always been practical, focused, and goal orientated, all of which greatly benefit my clients.. I have worked in the legal field for over 14 years. I started as a paralegal and was inspired to become an attorney thanks to my law partner and father, Robert Perez. Together, we have fought hard to win spectacular victories for our clients. We enjoy challenging the government and governmental agencies, insurance companies, and others and advocating for our clients.. As an attorney, I successfully completed the National Criminal Defense College's Trial Practice Institute. The Trial Institute extensively covers jury selection, direct and cross examination, impeachment and closing arguments through daily assignments under the supervision of a member of the nationally recognized faculty. I routinely earned top marks for participation and form by our nationally recognized faculty members.. I was a Legal Intern in federal court for the Honorable Judge Ricardo Martinez of the Western District of Washington. This invaluable experience translates into a great benefit for my clients as I have a unique understanding of the day-to-day workings of the federal courts as well as existing relationships with the staff and judges of the Western District.. As a member of the Trial Advocacy Honors Board in law school, I reached the semi-finals of a National Trial Advocacy Competition. Earning this achievement has taught me vital skills as a trial lawyer and as a member of a trial team, and I am very confident and comfortable in the courtroom. Being confident in front of a jury helps all of my clients because the threat to go to trial and win is the biggest currency lawyers have.. I enjoy being an advocate for my clients and being effective. Our clients appreciate candor and respect. I’m effective and passionate in the representation of our clients.

1401 E Jefferson St Ste 200 , Seattle , Washington 98122

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Firm: Ronald P. Abernethy

2001 Western Avenue , Seattle , Washington 98121

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Firm: King County Department of Public Defense

710 2nd Ave Ste 1000 , Seattle , Washington 98104

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Firm: Sandro Parrotta - Attorney

11300 Roosevelt Way NE Ste 300 , Seattle , Washington 98125

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Firm: Northwest Defenders Division/KCDPD

710 2nd Ave Ste 250 , Seattle , Washington 98104

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

9260 B Renton Ave S , Seattle , Washington 98118

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Firm: GoldenWood, LLP

4029 Beach Dr SW , Seattle , Washington 98116

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Wills, Personal Injury

600 University St Ste 1701 , Seattle , Washington 98101

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Firm: Washington Attorney General's Office

800 5th Ave Ste 2000 , Seattle , Washington 98104

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

110 Prefontaine Pl S Ste 200 , Seattle , Washington 98104

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense