$ 150-300 per hour
My practice focuses on family law and divorce. I worked as a prosecutor for a major metropolitan area in southern California before working as a prosecutor in King County Washington. I have experience with accounting and businesses practices, having prosecuted many financial fraud cases. I have years of courtroom experience trying complicated high profile criminal cases. This trial experience and background with complicated financial cases compliment and benefit my family law practice. My 25 years of experience, combined with my knowledge of family law means you will get the best representation possible.
My criminal background is also provides clients an advantage in family law matters where there are allegations of domestic violence, criminal behavior or a protection order is being requested.
Although I am more than qualified and competent to present your case in court, I know the value of settling cases out of court. I have settled hundreds of cases directly with the other party, the other attorney or through the use of mediators and try to reach fair settlements wherever possible. If we cannot reach a fair agreement or settlement and a court appearance or trial is necessary, my courtroom experience is invaluable.
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Practice Areas
27 years
27 years
$ 150-300 per hour
State: Washington
Acquired: 1993
No misconduct found
State: California
Acquired: 1990
No misconduct found
4 Client Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | November 27, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
A true advocate for our family
Rene is more then just legal representative for our family. In representing me in my divorce, he became a champion for my children's custody needs. Rene has represented our family for over 12 years now, continuing to fight for what is in the best interest of the kids financially and emotionally. Rene...
"I endorse this lawyer. Rene is hardworking attorney who is respectful to the Courts and works diligently to obtain good outcomes for his clients. Rene is extremely pleasant to work as opposing counsel."
"I have referred cases to Rene over the years, but got a chance to work with him recently on a case. His expertise of the subject matter and careful communication with our shared client not only impressed me, but gave me confidence that he is an excellent attorney."
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2022
AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2021
AV Preeminent Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2020
AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2019
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2018
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2005
Washington Super Lawyers, Washington Law & Politics Magazine
2005
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2004
Rising Star, Washington Law & Politics Magazine
2001
Rising Star, Washington Law & Politics Magazine
1999 - 2019
Owner, Cespedes & Griffin, LLP
1993 - 1999
Prosecuting Attorney, King County Prosecutor's Office
1993 - 1997
Prosecuting Attorney, San Bernardino County District Attorney's Office
2009 - Present
King County Bar Association, Family Law SectionMember
2009 - Present
King County Bar AssociationMember
2002 - Present
Washington Association of Criminal Defense AttorneysBoard Member
1993 - Present
Washington State Bar AssociationMember
1990
JD - Juris Doctor
1987
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2006
Civil Compromises
1997
Polygraph Training
Spanish