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Matthew P. Lapin

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Matthew P. Lapin
Regardless of the charge you are facing, I have the experience to help.
5.0 star rating
Dedicated, supportive advocacy and representation
- a Criminal Defense client
5.0 star rating
Great Attorney!
- Nikita, a Criminal Defense client

Overview

Avvo Rating

9.4

Superb

Experience 4.0 star rating
Industry Recognition 3.5 star rating
Professional Conduct 5.0 star rating

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Practice Areas

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  • 100% Criminal Defense

Fees and Payment Types

Payment types

Cash, Check, Credit Card

Contact Information

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  • 866-373-0523
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  • 810 3rd Ave Ste 500
    Seattle, WA 98104
    Office: 866-373-0523
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Client Reviews

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5 star rating

“Dedicated, supportive advocacy and representation”

Posted by: a Criminal Defense client, about 1 year ago.

Client Review: I came to Matt scared, pesssamistic and a few days too late. Matt's experience as a King County Prosecutor helped him see the case from all angles... more
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5 star rating

“Great Attorney!”

Posted by: Nikita, over 1 year ago.

Client Review: During 6-hour surveillance I was observed driving a stolen truck. When SWAT, detectives, and members of the Major Crimes Taskforce searched the... more
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Peer Endorsements

Endorsements

14 endorsements


Lennard Anthony Nahajski

Having had many dealings with Mr. Lapin over the years and seeing him in action on many occasions, I have always been impressed with his legal... more

Endorsement from lawyer: Lennard Nahajski , Bellevue (WA), 5 months ago
William A. Bowman

Matt is widely regarded as one of the best trial lawyers in the state. He is a tenacious and skilled lawyer in the courtroom and a leader in the... more

Endorsement from lawyer: William Bowman , Seatle (WA), About 1 year ago
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Résumé

 

License

17 years since Matthew P. Lapin was first licensed to practice law.

State License status Year acquired Last updated by Avvo
Washington Active 1995 05/19/2012

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

Work Experience

Position Duration
Attorney at Law Office of Robert Flennaugh II 2009–present
Senior Deputy Prosecuting Attorney at King County Prosecuting Attorney 1995–2007
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Education

School Major Degree Graduated
University of Miami, FL Law JD - Juris Doctor 1995
Princeton University History BA - Bachelor of Arts 1990

Awards

Award Name Granting Organization Date
PAO-Innovation King County Prosecuting Attorney 2006
Promoted to Senior Deputy Prosecutor King County PAO 2002
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Associations

Position Association Name Duration
Member WSBA-Criminal Law Section 2010-present
Member Washington Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys 2009-present
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Portfolio

Contribution

Contributor Level 6
Answers: 3 Legal Answers
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0 Answers marked "I agree" by other lawyers
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Guides: 1 Legal Guide
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Publications

Article Publication Date
Civil-Rights Trial Will Pit Deputy Against Deputy Seattle Times 2008

Speaking Engagements

Presentation Name Conference Date
Trial Advocacy Trial Ad 2 2012
Inventory Searches WACDL CLE - Search & Seizure 2011
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