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Matthew A Leyba

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Matthew A Leyba
Have you been arrested for a DUI in Washington State? Leyba Defense PLLC is your DUI answer!
5.0 star rating
Mr. Leyba did an excellent job
- Ryan, a DUI client
5.0 star rating
Great attorney - highly recommended!
- BG, a DUI client

Overview

Avvo Rating

10.0

Superb

Experience 4.5 star rating
Industry Recognition 5.0 star rating
Professional Conduct 5.0 star rating

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Practice Areas

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  • 95% DUI / DWI
  • 5% Criminal Defense

Fees and Payment Types

Fees

Fixed (Always), Free Consultation (60 minutes)

Payment types

Cash, Check, Credit Card

Contact Information

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  • 1700 Seventh Ave Ste 2100
    Seattle, WA 98101
    Office: 206-357-8454
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Languages Spoken

  • English

About Me

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Matthew began his legal career working at the Spokane County Public Defenders Office in Spokane, Washington. During his 2 years in Spokane, Matthew... more

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Client Reviews

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5 star rating

“Mr. Leyba did an excellent job”

Posted by: Ryan, about 1 year ago.

Client Review: I am very pleased with Mr. Leyba's handling of my case. He is very knowledgeable, professional, and diligent. Not once did I feel he was too busy... more
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5 star rating

“Great attorney - highly recommended!”

Posted by: BG, over 1 year ago.

Client Review: Matt is a great attorney. I highly recommend his services. After receiving a DUI while on probation for a case in Seattle Municipal Court, being... more
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Peer Endorsements

Endorsements

12 endorsements


Timothy C Chiang-Lin

I've seen Matt win consecutive jury trials. I endorse this lawyer's work.

Endorsement from lawyer: Timothy Chiang-Lin , Bellevue (WA), Almost 2 years ago
Brian F Beattie

Mr. Leyba and I worked at the same defense firm for several years. He has the reputation of being intelligent, industrious, and a great trial lawyer.... more

Endorsement from lawyer: Brian Beattie , Kent (WA), About 2 years ago
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Résumé

 

License

6 years since Matthew A Leyba was first licensed to practice law.

State License status Year acquired Last updated by Avvo
Washington Active 2006 05/19/2012

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

Work Experience

Position Duration
Managing Partner at Leyba Defense PLLC 2010–present
Attorney at Associated Counsel for the Accused 2006–2010
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Education

School Major Degree Graduated
Gonzaga University School of Law Law JD - Juris Doctor 2006
University of Utah Political Science & Business Administration Bachelor of Science 2003

Awards

Award Name Granting Organization Date
Certificate of Excellence - 2 DUI jury trials in same week Associated Counsel for the Accused 2009
Certificate of Completion - NHTSA Field Sobriety Testing La Pier Associates 2009
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Associations

Position Association Name Duration
Attorney King County Bar Association 2010-present
Attorney Pierce County Bar Association 2010-present
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Portfolio

Contribution

Contributor Level 11
Answers: 116 Legal Answers
1 Best Answer - chosen by asker
2 Answers marked "I agree" by other lawyers
11 Answers marked helpful by other users
Guides: 6 Legal Guides
0 Staff Picks
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Recently Posted

Publications

Article Publication Date
Not-Guilty verdict a setback to nightclub sting operation The Seattle Times 2008
Bar Sting, 8 months later The Seattle PI 2008
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Speaking Engagements

Presentation Name Conference Date
Trial Notebook WYLD - Trial Advocacy CLE 2011
Trial Notebook and Jury organizational skills WYLD - Trial Advocacy Program 2010
See all 4 speaking engagements
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