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Stephen Hayes Carpenter JR

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Stephen Hayes Carpenter JR
Civilian Military Defense Counsel. 16-years Experience. Visit the Law Firm: www.militarylawfirm.com
5.0 star rating
"Saved My Son's Navy Career"
- a Appeals client
5.0 star rating
We are so grateful
- Ted, a Military Law client

Overview

Avvo Rating

10.0

Superb

10

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

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Practice Areas

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  • 100% Military Law

Fees and Payment Types

Fees

Fixed (Always), Free Consultation (15 minutes)

Payment types

Cash, Check, Credit Card

Contact Information

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  • The Carpenter Law Firm, P.C.
    1700 Seventh Avenue, Suite 2100
    21st Floor
    Seattle, WA 98101
    Office: 206-357-8434
    Mobile: 206-326-0803
    Office: 877-778-6949
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Languages Spoken

  • German

About Me

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Stephen H. Carpenter, Jr., is a litigator whose practice solely focuses on military criminal and administrative defense matters. He has been ranked in 2009,... more

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Client Reviews

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5 star rating

“"Saved My Son's Navy Career"”

Posted by: a Appeals client, 2011-02-08 about 1 year ago.

Client Review: Our entire family is so thankful that my son, Navy Sailor, was able to have Mr. Carpenter represent him at a Navy hearing. Mr. Carpenter was not... more
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“We are so grateful”

Posted by: Ted, 2011-10-06 4 months ago.

Client Review: Our son had gotten into trouble and was facing possible confinement and a dishonorable discharge from the Marine Corps. Mr. Carpenter knew just how... more
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Peer Endorsements

Endorsements

2 endorsements


Zachary Charles Wagnild

I endorse this lawyer. I dealt with Stephen when I was a prosecutor and, more recently, have conferred with him on cases. Stephen is always very... more

Endorsement from lawyer: Zachary Wagnild , Seattle (WA), 4 months ago
Aaron V Rocke

Stephen is a brilliant trial attorney with experience in criminal defense in military and white collar contexts. He is as thoughtful as he is... more

Endorsement from lawyer: Aaron Rocke , Seattle (WA), Almost 3 years ago

Résumé

 

License

17 years since Stephen Hayes Carpenter JR was first licensed to practice law.

State License status Year acquired Last updated by Avvo
Washington Active 1996 01/31/2012
Oregon Inactive 1995 11/05/2009

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

Work Experience

Position Duration
Former Faculty Member at American Bar Association, Litigation Section, Trial Advocacy 2010–present
Former Faculty Member at National Institute for Trial Advocacy 2009–present
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Education

School Major Degree Graduated
United States Army JAG School Military Law Commissioned 1999
University of Oregon School of Law Law JD - Juris Doctor 1995
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Awards

Award Name Granting Organization Date
Certificate as Teacher Trainer in Trial Advocacy Skills National Institute for Trial Advocacy 2008
Certificate in Criminal Trial Advocacy Skills U.S. Department of Justice 2004
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Associations

Position Association Name Duration
Chair-Elect Legal Assistance to Military Personnel (LAMP) Washington State Bar Association 2011-present
Secretary-Treasurer Legal Assistance to Military Personnel (LAMP) Washington State Bar Association 2008-present

Portfolio

Contribution

Reputation Level 9
Answers: 37 Legal Answers
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12 Answers marked as good
Guides: 3 Legal Guides
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Recently Posted

Publications

Article Publication Date
Posttraumatic Stress Disorder: When Good Soldiers Do Bad Thngs King County Bar Bulletin 2011
Defending Gay Soldiers Who Defend America King County Bar Bulletin 2010
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Speaking Engagements

Presentation Name Conference Date
Discrediting Witnesses with Attention to Sexual Assault Cases Regional Military Conference 2010
Critical Trial Skills for Legal Services Attorneys American Bar Association 2010
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