Bill Washam is a criminal defense attorney who lives and practices in the Central Valley. He specializes in DUI defense and is proud to work at Wapner Jones, PC, the Valley's best and most respected DUI defense firm. His body of work includes numerous trial victories and dismissals, and hundreds of satisfied clients.
Mr. Washam was born and raised in rural Kentucky. Law is his second career. For over a decade, he worked in Kentucky's public schools as a teacher of chemistry, physics, and astronomy. In 2009, he left teaching and enrolled in Indiana University's highly regarded Maurer School of Law. While at IU, he interned in prosecutors' offices in both Indiana and Kentucky, gaining experience in all areas of criminal law. Upon graduation, he moved to the Fresno area and worked for a time in public defense, representing clients in both misdemeanor and felony cases, and enjoying many trial successes.
Now in private practice, Mr. Washam draws upon his background in the sciences to defend those charged with DUI. He is one of the few attorneys in California to have received training in forensic chromatography, the method used to identify and measure substances in blood samples. He is also an active member of both the American Chemical Society's "Chemistry and the Law" section and the DUI Defense Lawyers Association, professional organizations dedicated to the advancement of science-based DUI defenses. Mr. Washam attributes much of his success in DUI cases to learning and mastering these defenses.
Mr. Washam takes a personal interest in each of his clients and approaches each representation with the goal of delivering the best possible result. He offers free consultations and would welcome the opportunity to address your questions and concerns about DUI or other criminal charges.
Practice areas
Emphasis on domestic violence offenses, including battery, threats, vandalism, and other crimes against a spouse, romantic partner, or close family member.
8 years
8 years
Languages spoken
English
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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CA | Active | 2013 | 06/17/2022 |
Legal answers | 26 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Associate | Wapner Jones, P.C. | 2018 - Present |
Attorney | Central Valley Criminal Defense | 2015 - Present |
Attorney | Fresno County Public Defender's Office | 2014 - 2015 |
Legal Extern | Owen County, Indiana Prosecutor's Office | 2012 - 2012 |
Teaching Assistant | Indiana University-Bloomington School of Education | 2011 - 2012 |
Legal Intern | Long & Long, Attorneys | 2010 - 2012 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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DUI Defense Lawyers Association | Member | 2018 - Present |
American Chemical Society, Chemistry and the Law Technical Division | Member | 2017 - Present |
California DUI Lawyers Association | Member | 2016 - Present |
National Association of Counsel for Children | Member | 2016 - Present |
Pacific Juvenile Defender Center | Member | 2016 - Present |
American Bar Association | Member | 2009 - Present |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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American Chemical Society | Certificate--Forensic Chromatography: Theory & Practice | 2017 |
Indiana University School of Law, Bloomington | J.D. | 2012 |
Murray State University | M.A. | 2006 |
Murray State University | B.S. | 1997 |
Case name | Outcome |
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Felony Domestic Violence Charges | Dismissed |
Suspended License | Dismissed |
Probation Revocation | No prison time |
Vehicle Theft/Receiving Charges | Not guilty verdict/hung jury |
Robbery Charge | Not guilty verdict/misdemeanor |
Posted by Kevin
August 26, 2021
Jonathan Rooker, DUI and DWI Attorney on Aug 11, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Education experience and expertise separates Bill from the pack.
Michael Mitchell, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 10, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I've known Bill for several years. He is an exceptional attorney. He has a serious dedication to his client's and a keen eye for detail. He knows the in and outs of the court system and does a great job. I highly recommend him.
Henry Campa, Criminal defense Attorney on Nov 15, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Washam is a well respected attorney in our community. His attention to detail and his commitment to his clients have played a huge role in his reputation as one of the best criminal defense attorneys in the area.
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