Top best Criminal Defense lawyers in zip 98104 - Washington John Browne to Sara Lingafelter

Explore Washington attorneys like John Browne, John M. Colvin, John R. Crowley, Jon Zulauf, Juanita Holmes, Laura Dorey, Leah Altaras, and Sara Lingafelter. in cities like Seattle, Seattle, Seattle, Seattle and Seattle. These attorneys specialize in Criminal Defense in Zip codes like 98104, 98104, 98104.
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John Browne

Firm: Law Offices of John Henry Browne, P.S.
801 2nd Avenue , Seattle , Washington 98104
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
For Almost 40 Years, JHB Has Successfully Represented People Charged With Serious Offenses In State And Federal Court. Honored In Best Lawyers In America Since 1999, JHB Is An Attorney With A Northwest Practice And International Reputation. Martindale-Hubbell Consistently Rates Him As A "Most Preeminent Lawyer.". Google us and you’ll quickly see we worked on a few very famous cases. Over the past 4 decades JHB has also been featured in several nationally-recognized newspapers, including the New York Times for his high profile cases including serial killer Ted Bundy, Benjamin Ng, Colton Harris-Moore (the "Barefoot Bandit"), and Army Staff Sergeant Robert Bales.. We’re proud of that work, but just as proud of the other 99 percent of the cases we manage every day. Most of our cases are just regular people throughout Washington who have either been charged with a crime or think they might be soon.. Browne's unceasing advocacy and the daring to take on some of the most unwinnable cases—and nearly win them all—has led 48 Hours' Peter Van Sant to call him "the most famous lawyer in America.". Getting arrested is scary enough whether it’s you or someone you love. Suddenly, you’ve got to quickly hire a criminal defense attorney and hope they’re the BEST one for your case. The most important phone call you just might ever make doesn’t need to feel like throwing a dart at the wall with a blindfold on.. Serious Charges Need An Attorney With Serious Skills…Plus Lots Of Compassion, Integrity And Resources.. John Henry Browne Is The One To Call When It's All On The Line.
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“e trap of hiring someone with an inflated or manipulated reputation. The only times I met John were”
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Avvo Rating: Rated 4.8 out of 5

Naresh Rajan

Firm: King County Department of Public Defense/ ACA Division
710 Second Avenue, Suite 1000 , Seattle , Washington 98104
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
I have closed up this practice because I moved to Seattle and have joined the King County Department of Public Defense.
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“definitely a good lawyer, highly recommend! he was professional as one can be, he did me right and h”
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“When I was a prosecutor in San Mateo County I went up against Naresh on a number of cases. He was always incredibly prepared, ready to fight, and had his client's best interests at…”
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Robert Sciranko

Firm: King County Department of Public Defense
710 Second Avenue , Seattle , Washington 98104
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
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“rm only the work necessary to complete my case, and I ended up receiving a partial refund on my reta”
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“Robert is a strong and effective advocate for his clients who gets results.”
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Richard Warner

Firm: Richard Warner Law Corp., P.S.
701 Fifth Avenue, Suite 4200 , Seattle , Washington 98104
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
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“o everything to help my husband case at his best. I would highly recommend Richard to my friends , m”
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“I endorse this lawyer. I have seen Rick working in the courts and with his clients and he is an excellent attorney to have on your side. He has been a great resource for other atto…”
Avvo Rating: Rated 4.8 out of 5

Peter Maguddayao

Firm: Cortes Maguddayao PLLC
157 Yesler Way , Seattle , Washington 98104
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense ,Employment & Labor ,Family ,Landlord & Tenant
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“Peter was very knowledgeable. He kept me informed and his representation at court was professional. I highly recommend Peter Maguddayao for any family...”
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Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Peter J. Peaquin

Firm: Law Offices of Peter J. Peaquin
720 3rd Avenue   2015 , Seattle , Washington 98104
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
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“I'm from California and back in April of this year I was pulled over while in Washington and arrested for DUI. Through a several month process Peter P...”
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Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Paul Woods

Firm: The Paul Woods Law Firm, PLLC
506 2nd Ave Ste 1400 , Seattle , Washington 98104
Practice Areas: Civil Rights, Criminal Defense, Employment, Litigation, Personal Injury, Business
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“-sense from opposition. - He was concise and no non-sense with me as well, yet at the same time high”
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“I've known Paul since law school and I have always been impressed with his intelligence and sense of humor. He is a strong advocate for his clients. I highly recommend him to anyon…”
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“I could not be happier with my experience working with Paul Woods. He was vastly knowledgeable, courteous, and you could tell that he genuinely cares for his clients! Whenever you …”
— Jarre Owens
Avvo Rating: Rated 4.0 out of 5

Pat Valerio

Firm: Dept. of Public Defense ACAD
Dexter Horton Bild suite 1000 , Seattle , Washington 98104
Practice Areas: Administrative , Business & Commercial, International & Trade, Mediation, Technology and Science, Criminal Defense, Criminal Defense, Criminal Defense, Criminal Defense, Criminal Defense
A good legal representation of all accused of crimes is vital for our system to work. When criminal charges are brought all the power of the state is aimed at the accused. Many of my clients have limited educations, are mentally ill, or have suffered abusive relationships. Our current priorities as a society result in putting these people in jail, rather than providing help. I treat my clients with dignity and make the best of the far too limited resources provided for public defense.
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“I felt that I was in very competant hands when I worked with Pat. She knows her job, is nonjudgmenta”
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“I endorse this lawyer.”
Avvo Rating: Rated 3.0 out of 5

Nathaniel Schlicher

Firm: Johnson, Graffe, Keay, Moniz & Wick, LLP
925 4th Ave Ste 2300 , Seattle , Washington 98104
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“Was off put by this attorneys poor communication skills. Our initial meeting was met with many hem's”
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Avvo Rating: Rated 4.7 out of 5

Michelle Will

Firm: Will & Will PLLC
701 5th Ave , Seattle , Washington 98104
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
After becoming one of the youngest graduates of Brooklyn Law School and the managing editor of her law school journal, Michelle Will began her legal career in civil law, conducting corporate mergers and acquisitions, and corporate restructuring under Chapter 11.. Ms. Will then turned her focus to criminal law and became a Deputy District Attorney for the County of San Bernardino. In this role, she prosecuted dozens of criminal trials, and successfully argued many different types of evidentiary hearings such as motions to dismiss, motions to suppress, felony preliminary hearings, etc… In addition, Michelle was effective in settling thousands of cases in their pre-trial stages. Michelle's caseload as a prosecutor covered a broad spectrum from misdemeanors to more serious felony matters. On a daily basis, Michelle's duties brought her in contact with other prosecutors and defense attorneys, judges, local police agencies, the Highway Patrol, investigators, criminalists, and many others involved in the criminal justice system. She earned a reputation as a fair, but tough trial prosecutor, with a high success rate in criminal jury trials to verdict.. Once she left the District Attorney's office, Ms. Will began using the winning skills she developed as a prosecutor towards developing a thriving criminal defense practice alongside her husband, Court Will. Ms. Will has been dedicated to understanding her clients' needs, defending and fighting for their rights for over 16 years now.  She successfully defends against all types of misdemeanor and felony cases running the gamut from her focus on Domestic Violence accusations and Assaults to DUI's, Drug Cases and Simple Thefts to more serious crimes such as Aggravated Assaults, Weapons Related charges, Sex Crimes, Murder, and much more.  Michelle Will is a top advocate for her clients.
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“t even matter compared to the confidence she gave me. On the other hand, I'm a female scholar and wo”
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“As an attorney that has done contract work for Michelle’s firm, I am consistently impressed with their level of communication, consistently happy clients, and focus on outstanding …”

John M. Colvin

Firm: Chicoine and Hallett, P.S.
Waterfront Place One , Seattle , Washington 98104
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense ,Taxation - State & Federal
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Michelle Scudder

Firm: Law Office of Michelle M. Scudder, PLLC
705 Second Avenue , Seattle , Washington 98104
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
As a former prosecutor for King County, I have years of experience in the courtroom and trying difficult cases. I believe in keeping you informed about all facets involving your case and fighting tirelessly for my clients.  I provide a free 30 minute consultation.
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“d thought it would be, and never asked for more money and she got the accomplished the outcome I had”
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“I endorse this lawyer. I have known Michelle for several years and have seen in court countless times. I have always come away impressed with her knowledge of the law, courtroom pr…”
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“Thank you Michelle !”
— Roger Patrice

Michael Schwartz

Firm: Schwartz Law Office PLLC
701 5th Ave Ste 2460 , Seattle , Washington 98104
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
After starting out as a counselor in my home state of Michigan I moved to Seattle, decided a career path was in order, and enrolled in law school.  My first job as an intern lawyer was in a legal clinic in the inner city of Detroit.  After my second year of school I switched sides and interned at the King County Prosecutor's Office.  I accepted a job there in 1980 as a deputy prosecutor after graduating from law school and passing the bar.  After six years at the prosecutor's office I accepted a position with the Attorney General directing investigation and prosecutions of white collar, fraud and other, high impact, crimes occuring throughout Washington State.  In 1996 I began my private practice.  I have focused on criminal defense and civil actions against city, county and state agencies.  All tolled, I have handled over 200 jury trials.  Along the way, I taught a number of courses for 16 years at the University of Washington, including one involving forensic sciences that was a particular favorite.. There are a number of means for measuring a lawyer's effectivness.  Client's typically don't understand the law, how it operates, or even what is about to happen to them.  Nor do client's normally have the knowledge necessary to make judgments on who to trust.  The one opportunity a client does have is to talk to a lawyer being considered for representation.  Does the lawyer take the time to talk; do they listen, can they explain in ways that make sense what is happening, why it is happening, and what is likely to happen.  Can the lawyer teach the client what the client needs to know before making decisions that will alter the course of their life.. Working with juries, teaching them about the law and what they need to know to arrive at a just verdict in my client's favor, is the essence of a lawyer's work in trial.  In one way or another, from the time I practiced therapy to my work with victims, witnesses and clients, and on to my time teaching at UW, I have been a teacher.. My job - either as a prosecutor, defense attorney or civil practioner representing people harmed by the government - has been to help people.  My job is not to ask my client's for their help - and I have resisted the requests of marketing gurus to solicit "testimonials" from my previous clients.  It simply strikes me as unprofessional and a line I won't cross.  The marketing gurus have advised that someone needs to vouch for me in my profile, so I have chosen to reach out to a few friends in the business to offer their opinions to you- the consumer.. But don't take their word for anything.  Call me; talk to me about your case.  It's free - and it will give you the chance to make a decision for yourself if I am the attorney to help you through the crisis you now face.
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“In my 44 years of practising law, I have rarely encountered a lawyer as smart and capable as Michael Schwartz. We have worked together on two highly complex lawsuits, and I have wi…”
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Mariko Mulligan

Firm: Lisa Mulligan Law
1300 Hoge Building , Seattle , Washington 98104
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
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.
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“he does. She worked hard to make sure the court proceedings went well, answered all of my questions”
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“I endorse Mariko. She is a nationally known criminal defense lawyer with a reputation for aggressively defending her clients.”
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Leah Altaras

Firm: Altaras Law PLLC
701 5th Avenue , Seattle , Washington 98104
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
Leah Altaras was born in Los Angeles and raised in South King County. She is the second oldest of her parents' eight children. Her father worked as a janitor, and her mother worked as a full time parent. Ms. Altaras attended Seattle Christian School on scholarship, graduating in 1997. She then attended the University of Washington, graduating in 2002 with bachelor’s degrees in both Journalism and American Ethnic Studies. In 2004, she returned to her Alma Matterfor law school. During law school, she participated in moot court and was writer and editor for the Schidler Technology Law Journal as well as the Vice President of Student Programming for the Student Bar Association. She was involved in the Latino Law Student Association as well as the Jewish Law Student Association. She also served as a Rule 9 Intern for both the King County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office and the City of Seattle Attorney’s Office, and also worked as an Infraction Hearing Officer for the University of Washington Police Department. During her internship with King County, she worked in the Fraud Unit, prosecuting misdemeanor crimes with a focus on Unregistered Contractors and Department of Fish and Wildlife Offenses. She prosecuted all manner of civil infractions, including traffic and animal control offenses, for the City of Seattle.. Ms. Altaras graduated from the University of Washington School of Law and was admitted to the Washington State Bar in 2007. On admission to the bar, Ms. Altaras transitioned from intern to Prosecuting Attorney for King County, and worked as a Deputy Prosecuting Attorney from 2007 through 2012. In that capacity, Ms. Altaras litigated hundreds of criminal cases from misdemeanors to serious violent felonies. In the course of her work, she prosecuted many jury trials in both District and Superior Courts. She also practiced appellate work in both King County Superior Court and Division I Washington Appellate Court. Since she began her practice in 2012, after leaving the Prosecutor's Office, Ms. Altaras has defended and resolved all levels of criminal offenses, from simple misdemeanors to third strike cases. She has expanded her practice to include civil rights defense in the employment and criminal justice arenas, and has sued the government for discrimination and excessive use of force. She also practices family law, specializing in high conflict child custody battles.. Ms. Altaras is a member of the Washington State Bar Association, the Washington Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys, and the American Institute of Family Law Attorneys, who recently recognized Ms. Altaras as one of the Top 10 Family Law Attorneys in Washington State based upon client satisfaction. She is a former board member, chair of the Criminal Law Section, and member of the Judicial Evaluation Committee for the King County Washington Women Lawyers Association. She is dedicated to serving her community and has advised Seattle mayors Nickels and McGinn as a member of the Citizen’s Telecommunications and Technology Advisory Committee and the Technology Matching Fund Grant Review Committee. She has also served as a judge for Mock Trial Competitions at both the Seattle University School of Law and the University of Washington School of Law.
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“Leah gets results. Period. She is strong, experienced, brave, and effective. She is not afraid of trial, having been a felony prosecutor for quite some time with numerous trials un…”
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Laura Dorey

Firm: Carney & Marchi Attorneys At Law
108 S. Washington St., Ste. 406 , Seattle , Washington 98104
Practice Areas: Immigration, Criminal Defense
Compassionate and knowledgeable advocate.
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“ose were the questions that made the Judges decision. I do not feel I would have had the same outcom”
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“I endorse this lawyer. Laura is hardworking and compassionate with clients. She has a great understanding of social security rules and regulations. She has gained vast experience r…”
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Juanita Holmes

705 2nd Ave Ste 401 , Seattle , Washington 98104
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
Thank you for checking out my AVVO profile. I am an experienced criminal defense attorney.  My law firm is called the Law Offices of Juanita Holmes, PLLC. I pride myself in fighting hard for clients. I handle felony and misdemeanor cases in state, federal, and municipal courts. Although most of my cases are in the Seattle-King County area, I also take cases in other counties.
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“attorneys did not show extreme interest. When I first met with Juanita our conversation was simple”
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“Juanita is one of the best criminal defense attorneys in Seattle. I have known Juanita for more than 10 years and she has always had a reputation for being an incredibly hard worke…”
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Jon Zulauf

Firm: Zulauf & Chambliss
The Hoge Building, Suite 1111 , Seattle , Washington 98104
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
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.
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“detail and his many numerous contacts were instrumental in bringing our case to a favorable conclusi”
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Avvo Rating: Rated 4.1 out of 5

John R. Crowley

Firm: Law Office of John R. Crowley
Second Avenue , Seattle , Washington 98104
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense ,Drug Crimes,Sexual Abuse
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“I was not John's client in the case but was a co-defendant. He saved all of our lives though and that is why I am reviewing him. Me and 3 others wer...”
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Sara Lingafelter

93 S Jackson # 31747 , Seattle , Washington 98104
Practice Areas: General Practice, Business, Estate Planning, Employment, Criminal Defense
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“Miss Lingafelter was extremely helpful even though she was not able to take my case. I would recomme”
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