Top best Criminal Defense lawyers in zip 98402 - Washington

Explore Washington attorneys like Matthew McGowan in cities like Tacoma. These attorneys specialize in Criminal Defense in Zip codes like 98402.
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Matthew McGowan

Firm: GRIT CITY LAW, PLLC.
1105 Tacoma Ave S , Tacoma , Washington 98402
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
GRIT CITY LAW is a street-level criminal defense law firm providing experienced legal advice to any individual facing criminal charges, and comprehensive representation in criminal and quasi-criminal matters of all degrees of seriousness and complexity. GRIT CITY LAW attorneys are licensed to practice in all Washington State, County, Municipal and Federal courts.
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“ore than fair and I don’t regret a dime spent. Tacoma, if you need legal representation, please lo”
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“McGowan is one of the most beloved criminal defense attorneys within the community of defense lawyers. He also is something of a "prosecutor whisperer.”
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Matthew Shtayyeh

Firm: Horwath Law / Lakewood Public Defender
1117 Tacoma Ave S. , Tacoma , Washington 98402
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
When not working I enjoy playing the guitar, golfing, going to concerts, and everything else the Pacific Northwest has to offer. I live in Ballard neighborhood of Seattle with my wonderful wife Nicole and my Pug Betty June.
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“e during the conversation did I feel rushed, talked over, or like he was trying to figure out how he”
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“Matt is a great trial attorney with considerable experience defending people charged with criminal offenses including DV, DUI and drug crimes among others. I strongly recommend him…”
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Michael Stewart

Firm: The Law Office of Michael Austin Stewart
1105 Tacoma Avenue South , Tacoma , Washington 98402
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI
Tough and aggressive in the courtroom, yet approachable and open to his client, Michael Austin Stewart is one of the most skilled and sought-after criminal defense attorneys in the Tacoma area. Michael has over 20 years of experience working both in and out of courtrooms in Pierce, King, Thurston, and Kitsap counties, with clients of all backgrounds and ages. Michael practices Criminal Law, DUI Defense, Drug Defense, and Personal Injury Law. He has successfully defended clients in cases ranging from minor misdemeanors to homicide and pours his time and heart into each one. Treating each client with equal respect and understanding is the framework of Michael’s practice. He stands for fairness and justice and will fight for the best possible outcome for his clients while including the client in every decision along the way.. I want my clients to have the opportunity to get past the tough times and get back to pursuing thier life, family and faith.
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“Michael was top notch handling my case, this is a professional I would trust every time. He is passi”
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“Michael and I have represented co-defendants together in a number of cases. We are also friends. Michael is a fierce advocate for his clients and always has the bigger picture in t…”
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“Mike is exceptional! His impressive legal knowledge and compassion for his clients brought me back from the brink so to speak. He never stopped fighting for me.”
— Joshua
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Nathan Johnson

Firm: Sound Legal Defense, PLLC
539 Broadway , Tacoma , Washington 98402
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Speeding Ticket
Facing criminal charges is a complicated and intimidating process, requiring an experienced and zealous advocate on your side. Throughout this challenging time you need someone unafraid to stand up and protect your rights. I have practiced criminal defense exclusively for my entire career and am passionate about defending people.
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“t my case off with a 90 days work release. A lot better than I expected and I'm really happy with th”
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“Nate is a smart and dedicated attorney who I've known for many years. I highly endorse him.”
Avvo Rating: Rated 4.0 out of 5

Nathan Trudeau

Firm: Puget Law Group
930 broadway , Tacoma , Washington 98402
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
Born and raised in the Pacific Northwest Nathan Trudeau graduated from Western Washington University in 2010 with a B.A. in Sociology and Political Science.  He then went on to attend Seattle University School of Law where he received his J.D. in 2014.. While in law school, Nathan gained experience in criminal law as a Rule 9 Prosecutor in Anchorage, AK and later at the City of Bonney Lake, WA.. After being admitted to the Washington State Bar, Nathan worked briefly as an associate attorney with Beckwith Law where he gained experience in criminal defense defending clients in jurisdictions accross Washington State.. In 2016 Nathan left Beckwith and went on to establish his own private criminal defense and immigration practice. Over the next 5 years he would build his practice and hone his skills defending hundreds of clients in criminal matters ranging from traffic infractions to violent felonies and helping immigrants and their families achieve their immigration goals and bring their families together in the United States.. Nathan fully understands the difficult challenges presented when faced with criminal allegations and works tirelessly to achieve the best possible outcomes for his clients.
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“I hired Nathan to help me represent me when I was charged with a DUI following an automobile accide”
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“Nathan Trudeau is an excellent attorney and advocate for his clients. Extremely well spoken, Nathan is a natural trial attorney whose breadth of knowledge in criminal law is superb…”
Avvo Rating: Rated 4.4 out of 5

Nichole Fisher

Firm: Lake Tapps Legal
1102 A ST , Tacoma , Washington 98402
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
As the daughter of a Pierce County District Court Judicial Assistant, Nichole grew up with a curiosity about criminal law and procedure. After graduating from Gonzaga University with a B.A. in International Relations as well as Political Science, she attended Loyola University New Orleans College of Law. During law school, Nichole gained experience in criminal law working as a judicial clerk at Orleans Parish Criminal Court. Seeing the inefficiencies and injustices in the criminal justice system first-hand motivated her to pursue a career as a criminal defense attorney.. A native of the South Puget Sound, Nichole moved back home to begin her career as an attorney. Shortly after passing the Bar, she joined Puget Law Group as a contract attorney. After a short hiatus working at a civil law firm in Seattle, Nichole returned to PLG as an Associate Attorney.. Nichole fully understands the challenges one goes through when faced with criminal allegations. She is a zealous advocate for her clients and fights for the best possible result in every case.. Nichole lives in Lake Tapps and when she is not practicing law, she enjoys traveling, exploring the outdoors, trying new restaurants, and hanging out with her dog, Bentley.
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“y rules before dealing with her. I felt like a chicken with my head ran off, but she saved the day T”
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“I endorse this lawyer. Nichole was diligent and knew every step of the process and knew exactly what her clients needed from her. She was always prepared and passionately advocated…”
Avvo Rating: Rated 4.9 out of 5

Robert Jaeggli

Firm: Beckwith Law Group
1115 Tacoma Ave S , Tacoma , Washington 98402
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
Mr. Jaeggli believes that legal representation should be affordable and accessible.  Beckwith Law works to provide its clients with high quality representation at reasonable rates, and will commit to spending the time and energy needed to provide its clients with the fierce representation they need for whatever legal issue confronts them, while always affording the clients the respect and dignity they deserve.About Robert JaeggliMr. Jaeggli has successfully fought criminal cases throughout the Puget Sound, including the city and county courts in King County, Snohomish County, Pierce County, Thurston County, and Kitsap County. Additionally, he has represented clients in various civil matters before the courts in the area.
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“e who needs a great criminal attorney.”
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“Robert is a zealous advocate, skilled negotiator, and good listener. He gets to know the people behind the paperwork, and truly cares for his clients. I wholeheartedly endorse Robe…”
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Ross Brittain

Firm: Durflinger, Oliver & Associates
711 St. Helens Avenue , Tacoma , Washington 98402
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
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“members to Ross for legal representation.”
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“I endorse this lawyer. Ross is a skilled negotiator and obtains great results for his clients.”
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Senator Ansingh

Firm: Durflinger, Oliver & Associates
711 St. Helens Ave., Suite 209 , Tacoma , Washington 98402
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence, Speeding Ticket
Senator “Austin” Ansingh earned his law degree from Seattle University School of Law. Seattle University has a strong commitment to educating its students on the values of social justice. Austin shares the values of social justice and the protection of individual rights, which led him down the path to becoming a criminal defense attorney. This commitment to justice motivates Austin to fight for his clients.. Austin graduated from Grand Valley State University in Grand Rapids, Michigan, with a double major in Marketing and Finance. After graduation, Austin quickly realized that he had a desire to help people in a way that working in business field could not fulfill. His desire to fight for justice and to work directly with people and communities led him to law school. Austin chose Seattle University because of their commitment to social justice and his desire to practice in Washington State.. During Law School, Austin worked as an intern for a private criminal defense attorney in Seattle. There he gained valuable criminal law experience. He conducted extensive legal research and drafted numerous motions relating to issues such as suppression of evidence, invalid search and seizures, invalid warrants, and more.. Before becoming an attorney at Durflinger Oliver, Austin worked in Pierce County as a family law attorney. Through this practice he was able to further hone his skills in litigation, negotiations, legal research, and writing. These skills in addition to his keen analytical mind strengthened by years of rigorous legal research and writing make him formidable in negotiations and the courtroom. Austin’s pleasant demeanor, organization, and candor when evaluating and resolving cases make him popular with clients and court staff.. When Austin isn’t in court or preparing for court, he can often be found on the basketball court or adventuring throughout the Pacific Northwest with his rescue dog, Wally.
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“ctually look at my case and use common sense and with his hard work, my case resulted into a ticket”
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“I would highly recommend Senator for any legal matter involving DUI, criminal defense, or domestic violence. Not only is Senator a bright and hardworking attorney, he is personable…”

Shannon Polley

Firm: Puget Law Group
938 Broadway , Tacoma , Washington 98402
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
Criminal defense attorney Shannon Polley has devoted her entire legal career to getting her clients’ criminal charges significantly reduced or dismissed. She nearly always secures a favorable resolution through aggressive negotiations alone. However, Shannon is also an experienced courtroom litigator and is prepared to fight for a not guilty verdict at trial when necessary.. Shannon earned her B.A. from Washington State University and her J.D. from the University of Colorado Law School, Boulder.
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“I hear great things about Shannon. Glad she's in our Colorado office.”
Avvo Rating: Rated 2.0 out of 5

Tim Lewis

Firm: Puget Law Group
938 Broadway , Tacoma , Washington 98402
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Civil Rights
Tim Lewis joined Puget Law Group in September 2021. Tim is a former prosecutor with nearly 20 years of courtroom experience. He has tried over 100 jury trials involving charges ranging from simple misdemeanors to the most serious felonies.. Tim grew up in a military family before attending the University of Washington and University of Iowa College of Law. After completing law school, Tim began his career as deputy prosecuting attorney. During his career as a prosecutor, Tim served as Team Chief of the Property Crimes Unit, the Fugitive and Extraditions Unit, the Special Assault Unit, Chief of the Misdemeanor Division, and Chief of the Felony Division. Tim also spent time supervising the misdemeanor team of attorneys in District Court.. In addition to his experience as a trial attorney, Tim is an active member of the Kitsap and Pierce County Bar Associations. Tim has also served as a Pro Tem Judge in the municipal courts of Lakewood, Bremerton, Gig Harbor, and Buckley.
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“professional and effective working relationship. Unfortunately, from the very outset, my experience”
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“Tim is an outstanding attorney with a wealth of experience and knowledge. I highly recommend this attorney.”
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Timothy Rusk

Firm: Tim Rusk Attorneys
1105 Tacoma Ave S Ste C , Tacoma , Washington 98402
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
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“Tim, being a man that stands behind his word, helped me secure the ability to continue work. With ev”
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“Tim is a passionate advocate and highly skilled attorney that I am happy to endorse”
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“I brought Tim a case that was getting chaotic and his cool, calm and collected demeanor put me at ease at our initial consultation. He didn’t feed into any nonsense, put together a…”
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