Scott M Moriarity

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Scott M Moriarity
"The Best Lawyer I've ever had!"
5.0 star rating
Best money I ever spent
- Ramon, a Criminal Defense client
5.0 star rating
The Best Lawyer in Tacoma
- Jennifer, a DUI client

Overview

Avvo Rating

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

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Contributor level 4

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Practice Areas

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  • 40% DUI / DWI
    13 years
  • 35% Criminal Defense
    13 years
  • 15% Speeding / Traffic Ticket
    13 years
  • 10% Personal Injury
    13 years

Fees and Payment Types

Fees

Free Consultation (30 minutes)

Payment types

Cash, Check, Credit Card

Contact Information

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  • 253-830-5848
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  • 215 Tacoma Ave S
    Tacoma, WA 98402
    Office: 253-830-5848
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Languages Spoken

  • English

References

Client Reviews

Average Client Rating


5 star rating

“Best money I ever spent”

Posted by: Ramon, about 1 year ago.

Client Review: I was charged with a DUI in Tacoma and Scott got the case dismissed based on my illegal arrest. Scott was able to stop the DOL from suspending my... more
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5 star rating

“The Best Lawyer in Tacoma”

Posted by: Jennifer, about 1 year ago.

Client Review: Scott has been representing my family for years. He has successfully kept my youngest son out of trouble more times than I care to admit. He has... more
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Peer Endorsements

Endorsements

19 endorsements


Michael E Harbeson

Scott is an excellent trial attorney and tireless advocate for his clients. He is a highly intelligent and motivated criminal defense attorney.

Endorsement from lawyer: Michael Harbeson , Lakewood (WA), 25 days ago
Tanya L Hankins

I endorse this lawyer. I would highly recommend Scott to anyone in need of a DUI attorney. He is very experienced in defending these matters and... more

Endorsement from lawyer: Tanya Hankins , Tacoma (WA), 2 months ago
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Résumé

 

License

14 years since Scott M Moriarity was first licensed to practice law.

State License status Year acquired Last updated by Avvo
Washington Active 1999 05/18/2013

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

Work Experience

Position Duration
Owner at Law Office of Scott Moriarity 2007–present
Partner at Law Office of Bauer and Balerud 2006–2007
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Education

School Major Degree Graduated
University of Washington Law JD - Juris Doctor 1999
University of Washington Economics BA - Bachelor of Arts 1996

Awards

Award Name Granting Organization Date
Client's Choice Award-DUI Avvo 2012
Certificate of Appreciation Community Awards Committee 2006
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Associations

Position Association Name Duration
Member Washington Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers 2007–present
Member United States District Court for the Eastern District of Washington 2006–present
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Portfolio

Contribution

Contributor Level 4
Answers: 6 Legal Answers
0 Best Answers - chosen by asker
5 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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Publications

Article Publication Date
DUI Reduced to Reckless Scott Moriarity Blog 2012
DUI Cases-The Traffic Stop Scott Moriarity Blog 2012
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Speaking Engagements

Presentation Name Conference Date
The Dos and Don'ts of DUI Defense Northwest Champions Annual Meeting 2012
DUI Breath Tests NW Champions Annual Meeting 2011
See all 4 speaking engagements

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