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also known as N. Scott Stewart, Scott Stewart
Scott has over 30 years of legal experience, including over 300 plus jury trials. He has appeared on ABC's Good Morning America, CBS's Early Show, CNN's Anderson Cooper 360 Degrees, MSNBC's The Abram's Report and Debra Norville Tonight, and Fox's At Large w/Geraldo Rivera, as well as KING, KOMO, KIRO and KCPQ. Scott taught for over fifteen years as an adjunct professor in the Law and Justice Department at Central Washington University. He also teaches Continuing Legal and Judicial Education throught programs sponsored by the WSBA, SMH, DMCJA and Judicial College, is a regular speaker at numerous elementary schools, middle schools, high schools and colleges, and teaches a Street Law class weekly at Issaquah High School. Scott frequently receives referrals from judges, prosecutors, court staff and police. He is a graduate of the UW, and an honors graduate of the University of Minnesota Law School.
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655 West Smith Street, Suite 210, Kent, WA, 98032
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Posted by Thomas | April 13, 2011 | Litigation
He defended me at trial
Professional man, was a good listener, helped me at trial. Thank you!
Posted by Travis | October 25, 2010 | Criminal Defense
Amazing Criminal Defense Law
Scott is an amazing criminal defense lawyer Scott represented me on a charge of Driving With Suspended in the First Degree, Habitual Traffic Offender. He was amazing, confident and thorough. After reviewing the discovery, Scott advised me that we had a legitimate basis to have the case dimissed. ...
Posted by Chris | September 27, 2010 | Criminal Defense
Scott is a Fantastic DUI Defense Lawyer
Scott is an amazing criminal defense attorney who I have retained on a number of occasions over the years. Most recently, I hired Scott as I was facing a review hearing on a DUI from 2004. This review was set as a result of an alleged new DUI in 2006, for which I had a warrant for my arrest, as wel...
Posted by Mike | August 30, 2010 | DUI & DWI
Scott Stewart, Professional Attorney
Scott Stewart has represented me twice in the last six years, first on a DUI around 2004, and now on a Domestic Voiolence 4th degree. I have found Scott to be personable, professional and seasoned. Scott listens to me, provides me with advise, options and proceeds to the courtroom to execute the pl...
"You are in good hands if Scott is on your side. He is an experienced attorney who is intelligent, compassionate, and creative. He goes the extra mile to make sure that client rights are protected."
"I have worked as a prosecuting attorney with the state as well as a private defense counsel for the past 15 years. I have known Scott for that amount of time in those capacities. He is a dedicated and resourceful attorney that never waivers in his professionalism and service to his clients. I am proud to now work along side him."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Scott for over nine years. I regularly go to him to help me figure out complex legal issues. He has great passion for his clients and their legal needs. He is one of the two attorneys I would go to if I was ever on the wrong side of the law."
"Scott is a phenomenal attorney and judge. I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone seeking legal help. He always goes the extra mile for his clients and excels at getting the best results on tough cases."
"I have been working side by side with Scott and his Law firm representing indigent people in lakewood, WA, for over 8 years. I have had the honor of being co-counsel with Scott in a criminal trial. He definitely carried the load in that case, he is smart, quick and he treats everyone with decency and respect. When I need to refer anyone to a Lawyer in King County, it is only Scott Stewarts firm as I know they will get top grade AAA+++ service and skills. I have worked side by side with him for years and really respect him. Hire Scott... NOW!"
"When I started my career as prosecutor, I had many cases with Scott as the defense attorney. Over the years, I have seen Scott in the courtroom as both defense attorney and judge. I am so impressed with his abilities and knowledge. He sets a fantastic example for the rest of us."
"Scott is very knowledgeable in all aspects of misdemeanor defense. He is thorough, creative and passionate about his work and I recommend him to anyone facing criminal charges."
"I have known and worked with Scott for about five years. Without fail, I know him to be passionate about his work, have great depth and breadth of knowledge of the criminal defense field, and to have a deep sense of fairness and justice. Scott approaches each case with diligence and energy, as well as a sense of humor. Scott is highly qualified and trustworthy. I have referred several personal and professional friends to Scott's firm; if that's not the highest form of endorsement, I don't know what is."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Scott is an amazing lawyer who gets results and knows the law. His ability to navigate legal procedure and persuade jurors and judges is amazing! His extensive legal knowledge and ability to artfully analyze issues makes him a sought after advisor in the legal community. While I have never appeared in front of him while he was perfoming in his judicial role, I have full confidence that any person with the law on his side would get more than a fair shake in Judge Stewart's courtroom.."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. I’ve worked with Scott for 5+ years and have always known him to give 110% for his clients. He easily develops a rapport with opposing counsel, but without compromising his client’s position, and he’s a formidable opponent at trial. Scott and I may not always agree, but I have genuine respect for the consistent, tireless advocacy he demonstrates on behalf of all his clients. Scott also represented a friend of mine in a civil case and did a great job for her. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Scott again. Finally, he’s a terrific singer."
"Over 25 years I have known Scott to be a very bright, very talented lawyer. I endorse this lawyer's work."
"I have known Scott for the past number of years and I started out as a Rule 9 with his firm. He has been amazingly helpful and is one of the best litigators out there. I highly endorse this attorney's work."
"Scott is a zealous advocate for his clients. He is a great judge. He is well respected by peers and often sought out for his legal knowledge and creative insight."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. I have known Scott for 18 years. I have watched him in action as a pro tem Judge in a matter he took to trial, and have watched him handle many other cases. He is a very competent lawyer and gives each of his clients the best possible representation."
"I have been opposing counsel against Scott in hundreds of cases in which he was the public defender. Not only is he a very good trial attorney, but he does his job with integrity and professionalism."
"I endorse this lawyer's work - one of the best trial attorneys around and way more personalilty than Gerry Spence"
"Not only is Scott a fantastic criminal defense attorney - he's a wonderful guy to get to know. He is a credit to the profession, and a gift to his clients."
"Scott is one of the best defense attorneys that I have had the pleasure of working with. He has the highest of standards when it comes to his work. Scott's clients are extremely lucky to have him as their counsel. I would trust Scott in any situation that may arise. I am very comfortable referring people to him and have heard only words of praise for his representation. "
"I endorse this lawyer's work. I have worked with N. Scott Stewart for seven years as opposing counsel. He is one of the best attorneys I have encountered and I consider him one of my mentors. As a prosecutor, I have referred aquaintences to him, and would not to hesitate to call him myself."
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2017
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2017
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2016
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers
2016
Pro Bono Publico Service Commendation, WSBA
2016
Member, Invited, American Law Society
2016
Nominated, Washington's 10 Best, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys
2015
Certificate of Appreciation, Southern Poverty Law Center
2014
Pro Bono Publico Service Commendation, WSBA
2012
Client's Choice Award - Personal Injury, Avvo
2012
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2004
Outstanding Adjunct, Central Washington University
2003
Admission as Primary Tutor - Law Clerk Program, Washington State Bar Association
1999
Admission as Primary Tutor - Law Clerk Program, Washington State Bar Association
1988
Received Juris Doctor, Cum Laude,
1988
Moot Court Teaching Director,
1988
Dean's Honor List,
1987
Research Assistant - Constitutional Law, Bakke Decision,
1987
Finalist, Oral Advocacy Competition,
1987
Dean's Honor List,
1986
Dean's Honor List,
1992 - Present
Partner, Stewart MacNichols Harmell, Inc., P.S.
1999 - 2015
Adjunct Professor, Central Washington University
1988 - 1992
Associate Attorney, Waitt Johnson & Martens
1987 - 1988
Legal Intern, Miller & Valentini
1987 - 1987
Legal Intern, Hennepin County Prosecutor's Office
1986 - 1988
Research Assistant, University of Minnesota
1988 - Present
Washington State Bar AssociationMember
1988 - Present
United States District Court, Western District of WashingtonMember
1988 - Present
United States Court of Appeals For the Ninth CircuitMember
1988 - 1992
Washington Defense Trial LawyersMember
Jury Verdict, Not Guilty
Case Dismissed
Jury Verdict, Not Guilty
Dismissed With Prejudice
Jury Verdict, Not Guilty
Jury Verdict, Not Guilty
Jury verdict, Not Guilty on all counts
Directed Verdict of Dismissal
Jury Verdict, Not Guilty
Jury Verdict, Not Guilty
Dismissal of Charges
Jury Verdict, Not Guilty
Jury Verdict, Not Guilty
1988
JD - Juris Doctor, Cum Laude
1985
BA - Bachelor of Arts
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2021
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2020
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2020
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2019
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2019
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2019
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2019
The Jury Trial
2019
Sociology and the Role of Criminal Defense
2019
Techniques to Enhance Behavior Change
2019
Fairness as a Tool of Persuasion in the Courtroom
2019
Introduction to the Bill of Rights
2018
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2018
Procedural Fairness and Practice Bias
2018
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2018
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2018
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2017
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Prosecutorial Misconduct and Inneffective Assistance of Counsel
2016
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2016
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2016
Role: Judicial Demeanor and Practice Bias
2015
Therapeutic Practices in Washington Municipal and District Courts
2015
Opening Keynote: Breaking the Cycle—The Role of the Courts
2015
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2015
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2015
Becoming a Trial Attorney: Objections, Motions, Cross and Closing
2015
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2015
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2015
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2015
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2014
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2014
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2014
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2014
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2014
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2013
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2013
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2012
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Introduction to Paralegal Studies
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At Large WIth Geraldo Rivera
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Anderson Cooper 360
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2004
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