Scott Jeffrey Engelhard

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Scott Jeffrey Engelhard
Experienced, creative, and determined criminal defense.
5.0 star rating
I would highly recommend Scott Engelhard
- a client
5.0 star rating
Trust him with my life
- a Criminal Defense client

Overview

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10.0

Superb

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

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Contact Information

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  • 206-683-2020
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  • Law Office of Scott J. Engelhard
    1700 Seventh Avenue
    Suite 2100
    Seattle, WA 98101
    Office: 206-683-2020
    Fax: 425-671-0298
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About Me

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I have focused on criminal defense throughout my 26+ year career -- starting as a state court Public Defender; working at one of the largest law firms in... more

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“I would highly recommend Scott Engelhard”

Posted by: a client, over 2 years ago.

Client Review: Scott represented me in a lengthy, complicated fedral action. He represented me very well and kept me well informed through the entire process. I... more
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5 star rating

“Trust him with my life”

Posted by: a Criminal Defense client, over 2 years ago.

Client Review: I have used this attorney twice in my life. He not only kept me well informed but I felt like he truly cared and explained the entire process in... more
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Peer Endorsements

Endorsements

6 endorsements


Christian K. Lassen II

I endorse this lawyer.

Endorsement from lawyer: Christian Lassen , Philadelphia (PA), Over 1 year ago
Peter E. Friedman

I am an attorney with over 25 years experience and Scott Engelhard is my "go to" guy on Federal Criminal cases. From grand jury issues to trial and... more

Endorsement from lawyer: Peter Friedman , Seattle (WA), About 2 years ago
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Résumé

 

License

28 years since Scott Jeffrey Engelhard was first licensed to practice law.

State License status Year acquired Last updated by Avvo
Washington Active 1984 05/19/2012

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

Work Experience

Position Duration
Partner at Finegold Zulauf & Engelhard 1991–1996
Senior Associate at Preston Gates and Ellis 1989–1991
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Education

School Major Degree Graduated
UCLA School of Law Law Juris Doctor 1983
Pomona College (Claremont) Anthropology BA - Bachelor of Arts 1979

Awards

Award Name Granting Organization Date
AV Rating Martindale-Hubbell 2009
Pro Bono Award Washington State Bar Association 2005
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Associations

Position Association Name Duration
President Washington Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys 1988-present
Treasurer Washington Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys 1988-present
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Contribution

Contributor Level 7
Answers: 11 Legal Answers
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3 Answers marked helpful by other users
Guides: 0 Legal Guides
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Speaking Engagements

Presentation Name Conference Date
Criminal Search and Seizure Law WACDL - Year in Review 1999
Sentencing law in Washington Criminal Sentencing Law 1995

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