Cristine Beckwith

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Cristine Beckwith
"Cristine is compassionate with clients, but she is tough when she fights your criminal charges."
5.0 star rating
all charges dismissed
- Sue, a DUI client
5.0 star rating
Trustworthy/Knowledgeable
- Juanita, a Juvenile client

Overview

Avvo Rating

9.5

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

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Contributor level 5

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Practice Areas

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  • 35% Criminal Defense
    9 years, 5,000 cases
  • 35% DUI / DWI
    9 years, 2,000 cases
  • 20% Domestic Violence
    1,500 cases
  • 10% Juvenile
    9 years, 500 cases

Fees and Payment Types

Fees

Free Consultation (30 minutes)

Payment types

Cash, Check, Credit Card

Contact Information

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  • Cristine Beckwith, Attorney at Law
    1115 Tacoma Ave S
    Tacoma, WA 98402
    Mobile: 253-238-8273
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Languages Spoken

  • English

About Me

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Cristine began her career as a criminal prosecutor, but found that her true passion was for defending the accused and not prosecuting them. In 2004, she became... more

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Client Reviews

Average Client Rating


5 star rating

“all charges dismissed”

Posted by: Sue, about 2 years ago.

Client Review: Ms Beckwith was able to challenge the police report and get the charges dropped. She is really good at what she does and I am very thankful for her.
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5 star rating

“Trustworthy/Knowledgeable”

Posted by: Juanita, over 1 year ago.

Client Review: She has been very dependable and has the best interest of the client as her goal. working with her for 3 years makes us feel she has been part of the... more
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Peer Endorsements

Endorsements

23 endorsements


Nicole Hankins

I have had the personal pleasure of witnessing Christine work on a daily basis and I believe her to be one of the most caring and detail oriented... more

Endorsement from lawyer: Nicole Hankins , Tacoma (WA), About 1 year ago
Alberto Guadagno

I have known Cristine Beckwith for approximately 10 years. Her logic, intelligence, grace and skills as an attorney continue to impress me. We have... more

Endorsement from lawyer: Alberto Guadagno , Seattle (WA), About 3 years ago
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Résumé

 

License

9 years since Cristine Beckwith was first licensed to practice law.

State License status Year acquired Last updated by Avvo
Washington Active 2004 05/18/2013

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

Work Experience

Position Duration
Commissioner at Normandy Park Park Board 2008–present
Owner at Cristine Beckwith, Attorney at Law 2007–present
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Education

School Major Degree Graduated
Gonzaga University School of Law Law JD - Juris Doctor 2004
University of Washington -Seattle Business Administration BA - Bachelor of Arts 2001

Awards

Award Name Granting Organization Date
Thought Leader in DUI Defense Westlaw 2013
Clients' Choice Award 2012 Avvo 2012
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Associations

Position Association Name Duration
Member Old Town Business and Professional Association 2011–present
Member American Association of Private Practice Lawyers and Attorneys 2010–present
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Portfolio

Contribution

Contributor Level 5
Answers: 18 Legal Answers
1 Best Answer - chosen by asker
16 Answers marked "I agree" by other lawyers
1 Answer marked helpful by other users
Guides: 0 Legal Guides
0 Staff Picks
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Recently Posted

Publications

Article Publication Date
Juveniles Charged as Adults WAHM 2013
How Acid Reflux Affects the Breathalyzer Test Cantor Law 2012
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Speaking Engagements

Presentation Name Conference Date
Oral board interview for law enforcement position Oral board interview 2010
How to handle a driving while license suspended case. WSBA CLE 2006

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