Compassionate Counsel/Passionate Defense: for DUIs, Domestic Violence, Drugs & other Felonies
Smart, Diligent and Effective
- a DUI client
If your case is likely to go to trial, this is your best bet.
- a Criminal Defense client
Overview
Avvo Rating
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Practice Areas
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33% Criminal Defense
16 years, 4,000 cases
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33% Domestic Violence
16 years, 1,500 cases
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33% DUI / DWI
16 years, 600 cases
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1% Violent Crime
16 years, 1,500 cases
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Fees and Payment Types
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Fees
Contingent (25%-33%), Fixed (Always), Free Consultation (60 minutes), Hourly ($100-$300/hour)
Payment types
Cash, Check, Credit Card
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Contact Information
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The Law Offices of Smith & White, PLLC
701 Fifth Avenue
42nd Floor
Seattle, WA 98104
Mobile:
206-650-9270
Fax:
206-400-1145
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Law Offices of Smith & White, PLLC
1019 Pacific Avenue
Suite 701
Tacoma, WA 98402
Mobile:
206-650-9270
Fax:
206-400-1145
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Kitsap County Courthouse
614 Division St.
Port Orchard, WA 98366
Mobile:
206-650-9270
Fax:
206-400-1145
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Languages Spoken
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About Me
Photos (4)
Videos (0)
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The only "work" I enjoy more then a good jury trial is coaching kids. I love the joy and revelation on their faces when they learn a new skill. My clients get... more
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References
Client Reviews
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Posted by:
a DUI client,
2011-12-27
about 1 month ago.
Client Review:
As a former client in two DUI cases, I was very pleased with James' results. He kept us informed, followed up on a timely basis with prosecutors and...
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Posted by:
a Criminal Defense client,
2009-06-17
over 2 years ago.
Client Review:
Gave very reasonable price (fixed) with no hidden fees. Prepared a very solid case, very professional and would definitely recommend to a friend....
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Peer Endorsements
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I have known James for some time and have personally observed his work in the courtroom. He is truly an exceptional attorney who always represents...
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Endorsement from lawyer:
Andrew Huff
, Seattle (WA), About 1 month ago
Mr. White is a very sharp and persuasive advocate for all his clients. He has a particular knack for convincing prosecutors to negotiate, and has...
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Endorsement from lawyer:
James Egan
, Seattle (WA), Over 1 year ago
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Résumé
License
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15 years since James J White was first licensed to practice law.
| State |
License status |
Year acquired |
Last updated by Avvo |
| Washington |
Active
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1997 |
01/31/2012 |
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
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Work Experience
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| Position |
Duration |
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Partner at
Law Offices of Smith & White, PLLC
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2011–present
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Attorney at
Law Offices of James Egan, LLC
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2009–2011
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Trial Attorney at
Legacy Legal, PLLC
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2006–2009
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Attorney at
Associated Counsel for the Accused
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1997–2004
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Attorney at
Department of Assigned Counsel
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1994–1997
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Attorney at
Centro Latino
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1994–1997
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See all 6 job entries
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Education
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| School |
Major |
Degree |
Graduated |
| Seattle University School of Law |
Law |
Juris Doctorate |
1996 |
| Berkeley (CAL): University of California |
Sociology |
Bachelor's of Science |
1991 |
| San Francisco State University |
English |
Minor |
1990 |
| California State University, Humboldt State University |
English |
Minor |
1990 |
See all 4 degrees
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Awards
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| Award Name |
Granting Organization |
Date |
| Superb Rating |
avvo |
2011 |
| A Rating |
Better Business Bureau |
2011 |
| Excellent Award |
AVVO |
2011 |
| Superb Rating |
avvo |
2011 |
| Dedication Award |
National College for DUI Defense |
2010 |
| Valuable Service |
King County Mental Health Court |
2004 |
| Lead Attorney King County Mental Health Court |
Associated Counsel for the Accused |
2002 |
| Felony Position |
Associated Counsel for the Accused |
1999 |
| Law Clinic |
Seattle University School of Law |
1996 |
| Who's Who in Law School Students |
Who's Who Legal |
1996 |
| Am Jur Evidence Lab |
Seattle University School of Law |
1995 |
| 99.9% Score |
Law School Admissions Test |
1992 |
| Who's Who in High School Students |
Who's Who |
1987 |
| Rotary Scholarship |
Rotary Club |
1987 |
| Shakespeare Excellence |
Upward Bound Program |
1987 |
| Kiwanis Scholarship |
Kiwanis Club |
1987 |
| MVP Varsity Basketball |
Leggett Valley High School |
1986 |
| 110% Varsity Basketball |
Leggett Valley High School |
1986 |
| MVP Varsity Basketball |
Leggett Valley High School |
1985 |
See all 19 awards
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Associations
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| Position |
Association Name |
Duration |
| Member |
Tacoma Pierce County Bar Association |
2011-present
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| Member |
Washington State Bar Association, Civil Rights Law Section |
2011-present
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Washington State Bar Association, Criminal Law Section |
2011-present
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| Member |
Washington State Bar Association, Litigation Section |
2011-present
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Washington State Bar Association, Solo and Small Practice Section |
2011-present
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| Member |
National College of DUI Defense |
2009-present
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| Member |
Washington Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers |
2009-present
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| Board Member/Coach |
Vashon Island Junior Basketball |
2005-present
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Washington Defender Association |
1997-present
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| member |
Washington State Bar Association |
1997-present
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| member |
King County Bar Association |
2008-2009
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| member |
American Immigration Lawyers Association |
2005-2006
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| Volunteer Attorney |
ABA/Microsoft Immigration Pro Bono Project |
2005
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Washington State Trial Lawyers Association |
2004-2005
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| Volunteer Attorney |
Casa Latina |
1996-1998
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| Executive Assistant |
HOLA |
1994-1996
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See all 16 association entries
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Portfolio
Contribution
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Reputation Level 12
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Cases
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Outcome: Not Guilty in under an hour
Outcome: 3rd DUI in 7 reduced to Reckless Driving
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Publications
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| Article |
Publication |
Date |
| Field Sobriety Tests for DUIs |
AVVO |
2012 |
| Constructive Possession and Unwitting Possession |
avvo |
2012 |
| How to Get the No Contact Order Dropped |
AVVO |
2012 |
| So You Admitted You were Driving |
Avvo |
2012 |
| Where You Read Your Rights? |
avvo |
2012 |
| Top Ten Responses to Being Interrogated by Law Enforcement |
Avvo |
2011 |
| What to Bring to Your Arraignment |
Avvo |
2011 |
| Stopped for Lane Travel |
Avvo |
2011 |
| Do You Need to Intend a DUI |
AVVO |
2010 |
| Arguments Against the Death Penalty |
Law School Bulletin |
1993 |
| Arguments Against the Death Penalty Reply |
Law School Bulletin |
1993 |
| Los Lobos |
In Your Face |
1991 |
See all 12 publications
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Speaking Engagements
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| Presentation Name |
Conference |
Date |
| Real World Criminal Law |
Seattle University Legal Externship Orientation |
2007 |
| Candidate Qualifications |
Political Caucus |
2007 |
| Real World Criminal Law |
Seattle University Legal Extern Orientation |
2006 |
| Real World Criminal Law |
Seattle University Legal Extern Orientation |
2005 |
| Mental Health issues in criminal defense |
Mental Health Conference |
2004 |
| Mental Health & Criminal Defense |
Gains Conference in Las Vegas |
2004 |
| Mental Health & Criminal Defense |
International Judges touring King County Mental Health Court |
2003 |
| Immigration Update to Criminal Defense |
CLE Presentation |
2001 |
| Baptism |
Baptismal of J.Q |
2001 |
| Student Representative |
Association of College Entrepeneurs |
1990 |
| Valedictorian |
Leggett Valley Graduation |
1987 |
| Student President |
Student Elections |
1986 |
| President Elections |
Interschool Council Elections |
1986 |
| Exchange Student Program |
Fort Bragg School Board Meeting |
1986 |
| Student President |
Student Elections |
1985 |
See all 15 speaking engagements
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