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Douglas R. Hyldahl

Douglas R. Hyldahl

10.0

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

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5.0 star rating 3 reviews
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Overview

Practice Areas
  • 50% DUI / DWI
    26 years
  • 50% Criminal Defense
    26 years

Fees & Payments

Fees

  • Fixed (Sometimes)
  • Free Consultation (45 minutes)
  • Hourly ($200-$250/hour)

Payment types

Cash, Check, Credit Card

Contact Information
  • Address registered with state bar
    217 Prospect St
    Bellingham, WA 98225
    Office: 360-733-●●●● - show
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About Me

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About me: I have 24 years experience representing persons accused of crime. I have defended my clients against accusations ranging from simple misdemeanors to capital... more

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Client Reviews

Average Client Rating

5.0 star rating 3 reviews
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5 star rating

“The Best!!”

Posted by: anonymous, 2009-03-08 9 months ago. Flag as objectionable

Client Review: Doug made the worst experience of my life manageable. He was considerate, optimistic, knowledgable, trustworthy and most of all honest! He didn't... more
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“Personalized Care”

Posted by: anonymous, 2007-08-16 over 2 years ago. Flag as objectionable

Client Review: It is my pleasure to highly recommend Doug Hyldahl. He was very responsive, timely, caring and knew what it took to try and affect the most optimal... more
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Endorsements

Endorsements

3 endorsements

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Jeffrey Alan Lustick

Doug's one of the most well respected lawyers in town. He has been a mentor to me personally and he's one of the attorneys I seek out when I need... more

Endorsement from lawyer: Jeffrey Lustick , Bellingham (WA), Over 2 years ago
Jonathan David Rands

Doug is a pillar of the local legal community. If you are a client Doug is generous with his time and he is equally generous if you are a fellow... more

Endorsement from lawyer: Jonathan Rands , Bellingham (WA), Over 2 years ago
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Résumé

Licenses
  • 26 years since Douglas R. Hyldahl 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
Partner at Lester and Hyldahl 2003–present
Judge Pro Tem at Bellingham Municipal Court 2003–2005
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Education
School Major Degree Graduated
LaPier and Associates Standardized Field Sobriety Testing Certificate 2006
National Criminal Defense College 1990
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Associations
Position Association Name Duration
Member/Chair - CLE Committee Whatcom County Bar Association 1987–present
Member/Current Member of Board of Governors Washington Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys 1988–present
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Portfolio

Avvo Answers
Avvo Contribution: Contributor Level 3
Question: possible punishment under WA state criminal laws...
Douglas' answer: MIP can be committed in two ways in Washington State: by actually possession alcohol, whehter or... more
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Publications
Article Publication Date
Alford Plea Consequences Should Prompt Caution Whatcom County Bar Association Newsletter 2007
Federal Laws Complicate Post Conviction Firearm Rights Whatcom County Bar Association Newsletter 2007
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Speaking Engagements
Speaking Engagement Name Conference Date
Constitutional Law and Role of Courts The Role of the Courts in Society 2009
Simulator Solution Challenge DUIs In a Post Jensen World 2007
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