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Robert David Butler
also known as Bob Butler
About Robert
Biography
Bob Butler is one of the leading criminal defense attoneys servicing the Pacific Northwest, representing clients in both State and Federal Courts. Bob has always maintained the belief that narrowing the focus of his practice to criminal defense, employment disputes and litigation - and working hard to be the best in those specific areas, will result in superior client service and a level of legal competency that may be difficult, if not impossible, for most general practitioners to achieve.
Experienced Bellingham Criminal Defense Attorney Representing Clients in both State & Federal Court.
Aggressive Defense Counsel with Over 28+ Years of Experience.
Practice Areas
8
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
50%
32 years
Sex Crime
15%
32 years
Violent Crime
10%
Civil Rights
5%
25 years
Fees and Rates
Licenses
Licensed in Washington for 32 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 1993
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Robert D. Butler, PLLC
(360) 543-4460
Fax
1303 Commercial St. Suite #4, Bellingham, WA, 98225
WWW.ROBERTBUTLERLAW.COMGallery
Online Presence
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Robert David Butler's Reviews
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Posted by Kristen | November 12, 2020 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Got Me The BEST Possible Outcome/Case Dismissed! Will be forever grateful to Bob.
I hired attorney Bob Butler after doing some research online. This was one of the best decisions I have ever made for myself. I lived in Washington during a period of time in my life where I was in active addiction and dealing with everything that comes with that lifestyle. Now, with many years clean...
Posted by anonymous | September 2, 2020 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Excellent work, highly recommend
When a warrant came to my attention years after I had changed my life around and gotten sober, I was in a panic. I am so glad I hired Bob. He really handled the situation in the best way possible and I was highly pleased with the outcome. I thank you Bob and so does my little baby! I can't recommend ...
Posted by anonymous | February 26, 2019 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Hire This Attorney!
I couldn't be happier with this Attorney. I was asked not to gloat about how well he did so I will simply say my outcome was better than expected, he refunded unused retainer, unheard of, and got the job done in one hearing. If you have an opportunity to hire Bob Butler, run, don't walk, to your bank...
Posted by Barbara | September 15, 2018 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Criminal Defense Gold Standard!
I’d only been in court twice in my life, as a juror. Then I found myself accused (falsely) of an assault. A friend , a fellow lawyer, recommended I contact Bob. Never having been in this position, I didn’t know what to expect. When I called Bob for a consultation, I was a mix of emotions...fear, ange...
Posted by Mike | March 21, 2018 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Great Defense Attorney
Robert Butler represented my case in a very professional manner and was able to negotiate a minimal sentence for my offense. He worked well with the prosecuting attorney and judge in representing my case. He gave me a sense of confidence and trust. Both Robert and his staff were very courteous, car...
Robert David Butler's Lawyer Endorsements
"I have known Bob for over seven years. He is very knowledgeable and when I need advice on something I am working on, I seek his guidance and opinion. Bob is a well rounded lawyer having skill and experience in criminal law on the municipal, state, and federal levels. He works very hard for his clients."
"When it comes to a complicated felony charge or an employment dispute I refer with confidence to Bob Butler! Bob is a diligent, thoughtful, and passionate defender of rights. I have worked with Bob on several cases over the past years and I am pleased to serve along side him on the Washington Assoc. Of Criminal Lawyers (WACDL) Board. Without reservation, I endorse this lawyer's work."
"Bob is an intelligent and tenacious lawyer who works hard for his clients. Bob has a multitude of talents ranging from complex criminal defense cases to employee rights advocacy. I wholeheartedly endorse Bob!"
"I have worked for Bob for a number of years and have had the privilege of getting an inside view of how he achieves such remarkable results for his clients. Bob has a strong reputation in the legal community which comes from years of aggressively fighting for his clients. He enjoys beating the government, and never backs down from a fight. He is always looking at the bigger picture when approaching the defense of a major felony and he will break the case down to present a persuasive and logical defense at trial. Bob is among the most highly skilled trial attorneys around, which comes from decades of experience presenting cases to juries and winning not guilty verdicts for clients who had the cards stacked against them."
"I have had the honor of trying a case with Bob Butler a few years ago. He is a wickedly smart trial attorney and he works very diligently for his clients. I highly recommend Bob to anyone who might need representation in a criminal matter or civil rights litigation case."
"Bob Butler has a talent for combining head knowledge and courtroom performance. It is a rare talent that most lawyers never quite master. An attorney has to know when to fight and how to fight. That's what gets results, and Bob gets results! I am very pleased to endorse him and his work."
"Bob Butler is an outstanding, meticulous, thorough lawyer who treats his clients with a high level of professionalism and unfailingly advocates for them throughout their case. I know Bob from serving on the Washington Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers' Board of Governors with him, and not only is he committed to providing high caliber representation to his clients, he is committed to improving the quality of criminal defense practice as a whole. I've always known that clients I refer to him are in excellent hands. Plus, he's got a great calming presence with his clients--which he peppers with bouts of hilarity, courtesy of his great sense of humor. Know that you are in excellent hands if you hire him; you will get a responsive, caring attorney who takes care of your needs and litigates furiously to get you the right result for your case."
"As a former prosecutor in Whatcom County I have tried a few cases with Bob. Bob is a formidable trial attorney. He is intelligent, knowledgeable and professional. Bob Butler is one of the best attorneys is Bellingham."
"I have worked with Bob as opposing counsel and as co-counsel. Bob is a great advocate for his clients and is experienced in the courtroom. He is also good at evaluating potential cases, and finding creative solutions. I recommend him."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. I have known Bob for about a decade. I have always found him to have a tremendous work ethic. Bob has always fought hard and honorably for his clients. I have referred cases to Bob in the past, and I consider this to be the highest form of reference between fellow attorneys."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. He handled a recent legal problem that I had with skill and professionalism."
"I have had a professional peer relationship with Bob for years through Washington Employment Lawyers Association and had much respect for him. I then had the good fortune to co counsel an employment discrimination case with him. I was very impressed with Bob's skills as an employee advocate, watched him interact with our client, and worked with him to resolve the matter successfully. He is smart, passionate and dedicated - I refer potential clients to him with confidence."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Bob is a great lawyer, very committed to his clients and very smart. I worked with him on a difficult case and he was very competent and capable. I recommend him without hesitation."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. I have known Bob since 2007. I have worked with him on many cases as his contract attorney. This has given me the opportunity to see the quality of his work on a regular basis. Indeed, his work is excellent. I respect and admire Bob so much that I ask him for advice on how to handle my own cases. In addition to being a skilled and intelligent attorney, Bob is an all-around nice guy. He shows true caring and compassion for his clients."
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Experience
Honors
2018
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2017
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2016
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2016
Pro Bono Award, Washington State Bar Association
2015
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2015
Pro Bono Award, Washington State Bar Assoication
2014
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2014
Pro Bono Award, Washington State Bar Association
2013
Pro Bono Award, Washington State Bar Association
2013
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2012
Pro Bono Award, Washington State Bar Association
2011
Pro Bono Award, Washington State Bar Association
2010
Pro Bono Award, Washington State Bar Association
2009
Pro Bono Award, Washington State Bar Association
2008
Pro Bono Service, Washington State Bar Association
Work Experience
2013 - Present
Senior Attorney, Law Offices of Robert D. Butler, PLLC
1993 - Present
Owner, Law Office of Robert D. Butler
2018 - 2021
Partner, Butler Beschen Law PLLC
1998 - 1999
Professor, Skagit County Community College
Associations
2018 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersBoard Member
2014 - Present
Whatcom County Bar AssociationJudicial Selection Committee
2013 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2008 - Present
Washington Association of Criminal Defense LawyersBoard of Governors
1996 - Present
Washington Employment Lawyers AssociationMember
1993 - Present
Whatcom County Bar Associationmember
1993 - Present
Washington State Bar AssociationMember
1993 - Present
Washington Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2018 - 2019
Washington Association of Criminal Defense LawyersPresident-Elect
2016 - 2018
Washington Association of Criminal Defense LawyersSecretary, Board of Governors, Member
2008 - 2010
Northwest Business ClubMember
Education
1992
University of Puget Sound School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1984
University of Portland
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2017
WACDL Annual Conference 2017
Using Brady Issues in Criminal Cases
2017
Digital Privacy
Cellphone Search at the Border
2014
Everything But Trial - Wenatchee
Public Records Requests as an Investigative Tool
2014
Everything But Trial - Spokane
Public Records Requests as an Investigative Tool
2014
Everything But Trial - Olympia
Public Records Requests as an Investigative Tool
2014
Everything But Trial - Everett
Public Records Requests as an Investigative Tool
2014
Employment Law Update with Q&A Session
Severance
2014
Civil Rights: What they are, what we lost, and what we are losing
Civil Rights
2013
The Legal Docket
NSA and Government Snooping
2013
The Legal Docket
Felons With Firearms
2013
The Legal Docket
4th Amendment
2013
The Legal Docket
Vacating Criminal Records
2013
The Legal Docket
Current Events
2012
Whatcom CLE
Requests for Public Disclosure
2012
New Lawyer Education Program
Successful Communication Strategies
2011
New Lawyer Seminar
Speaker
2009
Solo & Small Firm Success Strategies
Q&A
2009
Boot Camp & Advanced Skills Training
Skills Training
2006
Issues in Public Defense
Using Public Disclosure in Criminal Cases
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can a 24 year old have a child with a 16 year old in Washington State if hes in no position of authority over her?
24 Aug 2020
Q&A
What is the penalty for obstructing justice at the local municipal level in Washington state?
18 Jul 2018
Q&A
Can an informant sell drugs in order for the police to make an arrest?
02 Dec 2013