Shawn Mccully

Shawn Mccully

4.8
Rating: 8.5

Licensed for 23 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Issaquah, WA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, DUI & DWI

1275 12th AVE NW, Suite 5, Issaquah, WA

About Shawn

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 60%

Serious Felonies, Vehicular Homicide/Assault, Domestic Violence, VUCSA, Misdemeanor Offenses

25 years | 5,000 cases

60%
Personal Injury 25%

Plaintiff's work with some Defense mixed in.

25 years | 600 cases

25%
DUI and DWI 15%

DUI, Physical Control, Reckless Driving, Negligent Driving

25 years | 500 cases

15%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 150-250 per hour

Contingency

25%-39%

Pro bono

5 %


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 23 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 2002

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Shawn Mccully

1275 12th AVE NW, Suite 5, Issaquah, WA, 98027

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Shawn Mccully's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

16 Client Reviews

5 star (15)
4 star (0)
3 star (0)
2 star (0)
1 star (1)

Posted by anonymous | October 1, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Worst lawyer ever

He’s a horrible lawyer doesn’t fight for his clients at all just wants you to take a deal so he can move to the next case he’s not patient at all I got a different lawyer and my case was dismissed

Posted by Hongmin Zhang | March 30, 2023 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

A lawyer with a sense of justice, a strong work ethic and a very professional nature.

Shawn Mccully is a professional public defender with a strong legal ethic and integrity. During my divorce, I was framed by my ex-husband, who called 911 and framed me when he was clearly the one who pushed and pulled me first. Shawn, the lawyer, very professionally judged that I was framed by my ex-...husband, although I needed the help of an English translator on the premise. He got the court to throw out the case altogether. The judge ruled that the criminal case was prejudice.

Posted by Jon | February 2, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Amazing work!

I called Shawn when an insurance company was coming after me with damage claims. Even when presented with evidence that put the other driver at fault, they continued to press me to pay. Shawn took over and fought for me. He worked long hours and late nights Compiling a defense to prove my innoc...ence. He stayed in contact with me throughout the entire process and gave updates and did not “BS” me at all. He presented the defense to the other companies attorney and the case has now been dismissed. I don’t know what I would of done without Shawn’s hard work and perseverance. Thank you again very much for all your help Shawn!

Posted by Scott S. | June 5, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Absolutely The Best Return On Your Money

I've had two Super Lawyers in the past, both with perfect Avvo 10.0 ratings, both regarded as top 10 and one of them rated as the best of the best and I can tell you, Shawn Mccully is right there with them. Shawn has the grit experience and capability to see your case to the end with the best possibl...e outcome that is achievable. He is as as good as it gets. I had a review hearing and I was without my prior attorney as he was no longer on retainer. Shawn saw me up there alone facing off with the court, understood the gravity of the situation and stepped in on my behalf and battled for me as if I was if most important client. I hired him on a hourly basis for other follow up review hearing or probation violations and eventually retained him for a full fledged new legal proceeding where the charges were dismissed and the outcome was favorable.:. He charges a retainer fee that is a steal for the level of representation you get. He worked with me on a payment timetable if need be every time and he almost always answers my emails regardless if it is after hours or the weekend. The whole team of there is great. Rest assured that you will be in good hands with him.

Posted by anonymous | May 28, 2015

Wrongful arrest for domestic violence case

If anyone out there is unfortunate enough to go through a horrible experience such as myself, all I can say is you would want Shawn defending you. He is knowledgeable about the system and the prosecuting attorney and will give you all of your options and be very up front with you about the process an...d what "typically" happens. He was willing to sit down with me on short notice in the middle of his work day and write a letter to my potential employer's HR department head in regards to the false charge on my record during this process after they processed my background check. He made me feel comfortable in an extremely uncomfortable situation. He was prompt in returning emails, phone calls and texts. He knows what to expect or not expect and he knows how to handle the bullying tactics made my the prosecution. I would highly recommend Shawn if you get in a situation that requires legal counsel.

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Shawn Mccully's Lawyer Endorsements

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Ann Gruben

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 26

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Always concerned for the best interests of a client, he loves a good fight in the courtroom."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Whitney Gardner

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Shawn is excellant at finding issues in Discovery, and advocating for reductions and dismissals for his clients."

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Yan Siprin

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Shawn. I have seen him many times in Issaquah Municipal Court and Redmond Court, he is an excellent lawyer and fights very hard for his clients."

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Richard Repp

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Shawn is passionate about representing his clients and has a track record for getting results."

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John Price

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I've known Shawn for many years on a professional level and have seen first hand his skill and ability to handle cases quickly and with good results. Although Shawn is an excellent negotiator in resolving most matters before trial, I also know that he is an outstanding trial attorney who is not afraid to fight for clients in trial. Shawn has the years of experience you need in this system to know your case, you prosecutor and your court and combine all of that knowledge into the best results for clients."

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Autumn Countryman

Car accident lawyer | Jul 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Shawn and I have worked together as co-counsel on a handful of cases. I'm always thankful to be working with Shawn rather than against him! Shawn spends a lot of time in Court and regularly takes cases to trial. He knows how to talk to jurors, is familiar with the Judges and their staff, and his trial experience shows in his results. I have and will continue to regularly refer work to Shawn because I know he cares for his clients and that he will get good results for them."

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Experience

Rating:  8.5 (Excellent)

Honors

2015

Super Lawyer - Rising Star, Seattle Magazine

2014

Super Lawyer - Rising Star, Seattle Magazine

2014

Pro Bono Publico Service Commendation, Washington State Bar Association

2013

Super Lawyer - Rising Star, Seattle Metropolitan Magazine

2013

Pro Bono Publico Service Commendation, Washington State Bar Associaton

2010

Rick Severtson Award, Outstanding Effort/Membership, WSB

2009

Pro Bono Publico Service Commendation, Washington State Bar Association

1998

Student Of The Year, Natural Resources - WSU

1998

President's Honor Roll, Washington State University

1997

President's Honor Roll, Washington State University

1996

President's Honor Roll, Washington State University

1995

President's Honor Roll, Washington State University

Work Experience

2015 - Present

Owner/Attorney, McCully & Gardner, PLLC

2013 - Present

Owner/Attorney, Valley Defenders, PLLC

2012 - 2014

Owner, McCully Law Group, PLLC

2003 - 2012

Attorney, Jacobson Law Group

2001 - 2003

Attorney, Phillips & Webster, PLLC

2000 - 2001

Intern, Creason, Moore & Dokken, PLLC

Associations

2015 - Present

Citizens For Judicial Excellence

Board Member

2011 - Present

Washington Department Fish & Wildlife

GMAC Member

2010 - Present

Citizens For Judicial Excellence

Member

2009 - Present

WSB

Board Member

2001 - Present

Washington State Bar Association

Member

2011 - 2014

WSB

President

2009 - 2011

WSB

Vice President

2003 - 2005

Washington State Trial Lawyers Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

North Bend v. Bradshaw

Not Guilty

Issaquah v. Paophavihanh

Not Guilty

Redmond v. Becerra

Not Guilty

Snoqualmie v. Pliego

Not Guilty

Snoqualmie v. Weber

Motion Granted, Dismissed

Issaquah v. Collins

Acquittal

Woodinville v. Peltz

Not Guilty

Woodinville v. Stetz

Not Guilty

Woodinville v. Juzeler

Dismissed With Prejudice

Everett v. Calvert

Not Guilty

Snoqualmie v. Sutton

Not Guilty

Woodinville v. De Los Angeles

Dismissed With Prejudice

Issaquah v. Colbert

Dismissed With Prejudice

Woodinville v. Washington

Dismissed With Prejudice

Snoqualmie v. Howatson

Not Guilty

Woodinville v. Leibold

Dismissed With Prejudice

Shoreline v. Fleming

Not Guilty

Issaquah v. Yarcho

Not Guilty

Graves v. Fronsman

Settled, undisclosed 6 figure settlement

Hill v. Schmidley

Plaintiff Verdict

Richison v. Farmers

Settled, 150k

Redmond v. Macias

Not Guilty

Shahidy v. Wickstrom

Settled, 108k

Kent v. Ramirez

Not Guilty

Seattle v. Jones

Dismissed With Prejudice

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Education

2001

University of Idaho College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1998

Washington State University

Bachelors in Science - Cum Laude

Speaking Engagements

2012

WSB Rendezvous

WA Wolf Plan, Implementation, Legal Update

2011

WSB Rendezvous

Washington Wolf Plan Draft EIS, What You Need To Know

2011

WSB Banquet

MC/Host

Publications

2012

WSB GMAC Update

2012

WSB WAC Coalition Update

Languages

English

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