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Michael Gregory Malaier

Michael Gregory Malaier

9.4

Superb

Experience 3
Industry Recognition 4
Professional Conduct 5

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Average Client Rating

4.5 star rating 2 reviews
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Overview

Practice Areas
  • 40% DUI / DWI
    5 years, 150 cases
  • 30% Criminal Defense
    5 years, 1000 cases
  • 20% Litigation
    5 years, 20 cases
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Fees & Payments

Fees

  • Hourly ($175-$195/hour)
  • Retainer (Always)

Payment types

Cash, Credit Card, Check

Contact Information
  • Geiersbach & Kraft, P.S.C
    1025 South 320th, Suite 205
    Federal Way, WA 98003
    253-839-3131
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About me: My practice focuses on defending those individuals charged with criminal offenses, including DUI/DWI and other traffic related matters. I also provide... more

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Client Reviews

THE BEST DUI LAWYER IN THE NORTHWEST!

Posted by: JENNIFER, 2009-01-21 5 months ago. Flag as objectionable

Overall rating
4 star rating
Trustworthy
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  • I recommend Michael Malaier.
  • I used Michael 6-12 months ago.
  • Michael handled my DUI / DWI matter.
  • I have previously worked with 1-2 lawyers.
Client Review: MICHAEL MALAIER IS A VERY RELIABLE TRUSTWORTHY AND DEDICATED LAWYER, HE WORKED ON MY MOTHERS DUI CASE, HE DOES WONDERFUL WORK MY FAMILY HIGHLY... more
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Endorsements
Brian James Hanis
Endorsement from lawyer: Brian Hanis , Kent (WA), 4 months ago
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Résumé

Licenses
  • 5 years since Michael Gregory Malaier was first licensed to practice law in WA.

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We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

Work Experience
Position Duration
Attorney at Geiersbach & Kraft, P.S.C. 2004–present
Judge Pro Tem at Black Diamond Municipal Court 2007–present
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Education
School Major Degree Graduated
University of Arizona College of Law Law Juris Doctor 2003
Santa Clara University Philosophy Bachelor of Arts 2000

Awards
Award Name Granting Organization Date
Pro Bono Publico Service Comendation Washington State Bar Association, Consumer Protection & Antitrust Section 2008
Most Valuable Player (Softball) Tacoma Pierce County Bar Association-Young Lawyers Division 2004
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Associations
Position Association Name Duration
Member American Bar Association 2004–present
Member Washington State Bar Association 2004–present
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Portfolio

Avvo Answers
Avvo Contribution: Contributor Level 4
Question: stopped for no mud flaps... ticket for no...
Michael's answer: If you are asking whether or not you should lie to the court ("would they know"), the answer is NO.... more
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