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Whitney Gardner

5.0
Rating: 7.6

Licensed for 20 years

Immigration Lawyer at Issaquah, WA
Practice Areas: Immigration, Criminal Defense, Family

1275 12th Ave NE Suite 5, Issaquah, WA

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Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 20 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 2005

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Gilman Law Group

1275 12th Ave NE Suite 5, Issaquah, WA, 98027-2529

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Whitney Gardner's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

31 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | March 14, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

A tour de force!

Whitney Gardner is beyond excellent, she is a tour de force, an astonishingly passionate and competent advocate along with her legal partners and staff. The lawyers in her firm reflect her high standards, unparalleled competency and dedication. They elevate public defense to the highest standards a...nd go above and beyond for clients who can’t necessarily appreciate or understand the level of representation they are privileged to receive. They are the champions and defenders of our constitutional rights that are now more important than ever.

Posted by Heidi | April 02, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Whitney is the best attorney you will find. Not only is she the best at what she does but she also cares about her clients.

Whitney has helped me with my legal trouble for several years now. I am now in recovery but while I was in active addiction I did many things that I’m not proud of and managed to get myself into a lot of trouble. Whitney would go to bat for me every time and she believed in me when I didn’t even beli...eve in myself. I feel very fortunate that she took the time to get to know me and my situation over the years and she was there for me every time. Whitney is THE BEST ATTORNEY around and she works extremely hard for her clients and she genuinely cares about each and every person with no judgement.

Posted by Natasha | January 18, 2024 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Miracle worker

I had the pleaser to have Ms. Gardner as my defender and she did everything she could to win my case and she did. She really is an incredible person and harder worker. Thank you again for all you've done for me and my family.

Posted by Donna | March 22, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Always there when you need her

Whitney has represented my daughter for many, many years. My daughter has struggled with drug addiction which has led her to criminal acts. Whitney has always listened and truly understands the struggles and issues my daughter has had. She is not judgemental but does inspire an individual to do bett...er. She has been very good with helping the judge understand why my daughter has done the things that got her to this point. She works very hard to negotiate better terms with the prosecuting attorney because she is empathetic and concerned for the well being of her client. It is extraordinary that Whitney has stayed in her job for so long and that she is truly dedicated to her profession and her clients.

Posted by Zack and Dawn | December 15, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Zack and Dawn

Whitney has represented my son a few times over the past years. Because of her hard work and dedication he was released to another facility for treatment. It was approximately a year and a half earlier than he would have gotten out. Whitney has been professional, thoughtful, thorough.and very knowled...geable. i would recommend Whitney highly. She takes the time to know her client and do whatever is in their best interest. She also knows the Judges and prosecutors very well, which helped his case. You absolutely can not go wrong with Whitney! We appreciate very much all she has done for my son !

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Yan Siprin

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly endorse Whitney, she is a very good attorney. I saw her in court many times, she is very knowledgeable and judges, prosecutors and other fellow attorneys have respect for her."

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Shawn Mccully

Family lawyer | Jun 18

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I have faced Ms. Gardner in court and she is a formidable opponent. She knows the family law court system in King County very well helping her wade through the system in a way that benefits her clients. She can be quite unforgiving and ruthless in court which makes her an effective advocate on behalf of her clients. I have also had the opportunity to see Ms. Gardner in court on other matters including criminal matters and she is very effective in representing her clients. Her reputation is good within the community and local judges respect her. I highly recommend this attorney."

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John Polito

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Kenneth Harmell

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Shawn Mccully

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Experience

Rating:  7.6 (Very Good)

Honors

2012

Pro Bono Service Commendation, Washington State Bar Association

Work Experience

2013 - 2013

Partner, Valley Defenders

Associations

2004 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association

2004 - Present

Washington State Bar Association

Education

2004

Seattle University School of Law

Languages

Spanish

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