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Washington Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 5 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Car Accidents and more

Bio: Igor Shapiro spends his time advocating for those that have been left without a voice in the American justice system. Igor’s practice is focused on personal injury, wrongful death, criminal defense, and traffic infractions. He spent his law school...

Rating: 10

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Washington Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 18 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence, Sex Crime and more

The number one goal of Scudder Law Firm is client satisfaction and case success.

Rating: 10

Call for a FREE consultation(206) 472-1305

Michelle Marie Scudder's Website

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Criminal Defense Lawyers in Washington

Criminal defense lawyers represent clients at every stage of a criminal case: investigation, arrest, arraignment, plea bargaining, trial, and appeal. They assess evidence, protect constitutional rights, negotiate reduced charges or sentences, cross-examine witnesses, raise defenses, file motions, and advocate to minimize penalties or obtain acquittals.

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Criminal Defense

Criminal defense lawyers represent clients at every stage of a criminal case: investigation, arrest, arraignment, plea bargaining, trial, and appeal. They assess evidence, protect constitutional rights, negotiate reduced charges or sentences, cross-examine witnesses, raise defenses, file motions, and advocate to minimize penalties or obtain acquittals.

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Washington Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 21 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence

Bio: Matt Knauss focuses his practice on defending those accused of driving under the influence and other serious criminal charges Repeatedly selected as a Superlawyers "Rising Star" he is a passionate advocate who consistently achieves outstanding res...

Rating: 9.9

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Washington Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 28 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Bio: Mike Sheehan devotes his practice exclusively to traffic matters. He has lived in Washington state since 1977. He is a graduate of both Whitman College and Seattle University School of Law. Mr. Sheehan passed the Washington State Bar Exam in 1997 ...

Rating: 9.4

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Washington Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 15 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Violent Crime and more

Bio: Emily C. Beschen is an attorney with Beschen Law PLLC. She focuses her practice primarily on defending those accused of criminal conduct and protecting the privacy rights and civil rights of individuals.

Rating: 10

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Washington Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 16 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI

Our Firm is a Leader in DUI Defense Call 1-800-DUI-HERO - Available 24/7! EXCELLENCE, EXPERIENCE, EMPATHY, ENTHUSIASM

Rating: 10

Rachel Z. Reich's Website

Washington Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 19 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Personal Injury

Bio: Our team will fight for you! We care about our clients and want to provide solutions that work for you. Experienced and Effective Criminal Defense Trial Attorney. Whether you are charged with DUI, a misdemeanor, a felony or juvenile offense you ne...

Rating: 9.9

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Washington Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 28 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Child Abuse, Medical Malpractice and more

Trial experience-the most serious offenses down to minor misdemeanors. Incl. DUI, Domestic Violence.

Rating: 10

Call for a FREE consultation(253) 799-0635

Lance M Hester's Website

Washington Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 42 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI

Bio: I have 35 years experience representing persons accused of crime. I have defended my clients against accusations ranging from simple misdemeanors to capital offenses. I believe that thorough investigation of the facts and research of the law, comb...

Rating: 10

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Washington Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 25 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, Divorce & Separation and more

Experienced, aggressive, affordable. Contact us now for the best criminal defense. PROTECT YOURSELF!

Rating: 10

Call for a consultation(425) 374-1358

Jack Berner's Website

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Washington Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 38 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Employment & Labor and more

I have successfully represented persons accused of serious felonies for twenty years. Call for appt.

Rating: 10

Call for a FREE consultation(253) 785-8202

Brett Andrews Purtzer's Website

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Washington Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 16 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Expungement and more

From traffic tickets to murder we can help. Call for a free consultation today

Rating: 10

Call for a FREE consultation(360) 334-3753

Erin Bradley McAleer's Website

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Washington Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 19 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Violent Crime and more

Felony and misdemeanor defense representation throughout the South Sound.

Rating: 8.6

Call for a FREE consultation(360) 339-5257

Christopher Taylor's Website

Washington Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 30 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Federal Crime, Personal Injury

Review: "Peter is the go to person if you need an excellent lawyer. He is articulate, unassuming and ferocious!!! On more than one occasion he has proven that he is worth every cent."

Rating: 10

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Washington Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 15 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Sex Crime and more

Bio: The NCW Law Group stands ready to handle any misdemeanor or felony criminal offense in North Central Washington you face. We have over 40 years of experience in criminal defense and major crimes prosecution handling some of the toughest cases seen...

Rating: 10

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Washington Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 37 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Appeals

Bio: I am a navy veteran and a graduate of Berkeley Law School (Boalt Hall). For 30 years I have successfully fought for my clients at every court level in Washington, from municipal court to the Washington State Supreme Court. During this time, I have...

Rating: 10

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Washington Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 20 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Appeals and more

Bio: Zach Jarvis began his career as a lawyer in 2005 by writing appeals for indigent persons. Through six years in the trenches as a public defender in King County, Zach and his clients enjoyed an atypical streak of trial victories. Prior to becoming ...

Rating: 9.9

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Washington Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 15 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Expungement and more

Review: "Dustin has represented me twice and so far out of all the attorney's that I have dealt with in the past he is the absolute best criminal defense attorney that I have ever seen! He is compassionate, understanding and a pit bull in the court room. B..."

Rating: 8.7

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Washington Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 40 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury

Bio: Cashton L. Sessler is a prominent Seattle attorney with over 30 years of experience in criminal defense, personal injury law, forfeiture law, and defending professional licenses. He began his legal career in 1986 at a personal injury firm, gained ...

Rating: 8.4

Call for a FREE consultation(206) 312-7620

Cashton Louis Sessler's Website

Washington Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 22 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence

Bio: Mr. Kiviat's practice encompasses a wide array of criminal defense. Prior to private practice, Mr. Kiviat was an Assistant District Attorney in the Bronx County District Attorneys Office where he prosecuted numerous trials to verdict and presented...

Rating: 10

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DUI and DWI Speeding and Traffic Ticket Violent Crime Domestic Violence

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