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Karlie M. Valdez
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Biography
Defending individuals in the following areas of Criminal Law: Felonies, Assault, Victim Representation, DUI, BUI, Driving While License Suspended (DWLS), Minor in Possession (MIP), Gross Misdemeanors, Misdemeanors, Theft, Prostitution, Harassment, Drug charges.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
55%
24 years | 200 cases
DUI and DWI
45%
24 years | 200 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Washington for 23 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 2003
No misconduct found
Location
Valdez Law
5400 Carillon Point, Kirkland, WA, 98033
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Posted by michael | April 16, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Stop looking for a Lawyer this is the one!!!
Karlie is an outstanding Attorney you can't go wrong with her I was facing over 2 years in prison and she got all 3 of my charges dismissed!!!!
Posted by anonymous | April 30, 2024 | Hired Attorney
Excellent lawyers!
Exceptional legal representation! Karlie is very responsible lawyer, she demonstrated expertise, professional support throughout my case. I highly recommend her if anyone in need of legal assistance.
Posted by Katina | February 06, 2024
Highly recommend Karlie
Karlie came highly recommend and from my first consultation I knew why. She listened and put me at ease regarding a highly stressful situation. I felt she gave me realistic expectations and I felt extremely confident that I was a priority and not another case.
Posted by anonymous | January 25, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Domestic Violence
Best service you could ask for
Karlie showed deep care of my dv case from the very beginning and worked diligently with all parties involved and always communicated using timely phone calls on status update and action items. She was able to win me the best-case scenario with a case dismissal. Throughout the process, she brought...
Posted by anonymous | July 23, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Thank you for your Outstanding Legal Expertise, Encouragement, and Support!
I'm so pleased that we were able to obtain favorable resolutions in both of my legal matters. Thank you for your hard work and commitment to vindicating my legal charges; you have given my career and life a more hopefull opportunity. Thank you kindly. I am so greatful I found you to support me thru a...
Karlie M. Valdez's Lawyer Endorsements
"Karlie is highly respected in the legal community. She is extremely talented in criminal defense matters, and I would not hesitate to hire her myself. I heartily endorse this attorney."
"Without question Karlie is a passionate, successful advocate for her clients. Her 'never give in' approach to defending her clients is always quite evident at the courthouse. In just one example in a recent case I became aware of, Karlie's client was offered a significant reduction on a DWI/DUI allegation to a Negligent Driving-a reduction that is most often sought on cases of this nature-however, Karlie's 'never give in' approach resulted in her taking this case to jury trial and subsequently earning the client an acquittal on all charges. She always has her client's best interests at the forefront of her professional consideration and always sees the case through to the most successful resolution possible for her clients. Her approach is built on well rounded experience, seasoned and effective trial skills and with a poised, effective courtroom presence she is an extraordinarily effective advocate. She has my highest endorsement."
"Karlie is a bright and tenacious attorney who gets great results for her clients!"
"Karlie is such a sweetheart who genuinely cares for her clients and works to protect their interests. She takes pride in understanding the prosecutors and courts in order to advise her clients properly."
"I have witnessed Ms. Valdez repeatedly rise to a challenging situation and obtain an outcome/verdict for her clients that put them in a better position than they were before they retained her. She fights for justice and works hard to ensure that before any order or decision is entered against her clients that the Prosecutors have met their burden of proof. She is diligent, hardworking, smart, and quick on her feet. I cannot recommend her enough."
"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
"I endorse Karlie. She is a nationally known DUI defense lawyer with a reputation for aggressively defending her clients."
"Karlie is one of the best DUI attorneys in the great State of Washington, period! She fights hard for her clients. She has tremendous trial skills. I would highly recommend Karlie to any person looking at a DUI charge. You will be in good hands."
"Karlie is an amazing DWI and criminal defense attorney. She has an incredible amount of experience and is one that I turn to when I have clients that need an honest and tenacious defense lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer's work."
"Ms. Valdez is an excellent attorney who is widely considered one of our best criminal defense trial lawyers. Understanding the complex legal landscape of criminal law is a daunting task, yet Ms. Valdez is able to do so with relative ease. Maximizing results for her numerous clients, and still taking time to share her knowledge with other attorneys in the field, are merely a few of the reasons why I endorse Ms. Valdez without reservation."
"Karlie consistently achieves great results for her clients. She has a combination of compassion, professionalism, presence and personality that is rare among attorneys. Her presence in the courtroom is palpable. She is a rising star in her field."
"Karlie is a tough advocate for her clients and an excellent choice for anyone seeking counsel on a DUI charge."
"I have known Karlie Valdez for over 5 years and in that time I have had many opportunities to observe her work in the courtroom. I find her to be an intelligent, articulate and highly skilled, aggressive advocate for her clients. I endorse her without reservation."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. I've known Karlie for years now, and wouldn't hesitate to send her a conflict case or ask her to take care of one of my clients. Karlie is a consumate professional, a hard worker, and incredibly intelligent. I'm proud to call Karlie a colleague."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Karlie is smart and dedicated to championing her clients' interests."
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Experience
Honors
2024
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2007
Pro Bono Publico Service Commendation, Washington State Bar Association
Work Experience
2005 - Present
Private Criminal Defense Attorney, Karlie Valdez, Attorney in Kirkland
2004 - 2005
Account Manager, Thomson West (Westlaw)
2003 - 2004
Associate Attorney, Bowers & Associates
2001 - 2002
Rule 9 Intern, Stritmatter Kessler Whelan Coluccio
Associations
2009 - Present
Kings County Bar AssociationMember
2008 - Present
Washington Association of Criminal Defense AttorneysMember
2003 - Present
Washington State Bar AssociationMember
2004 - 2005
King County Bar AssociationPro Bono Neighborhood Clinic Attorney
2003 - 2004
East King County Bar AssociationMember
2002 - 2005
Washington State Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2000 - 2001
Justice for ChildrenVice President
Sample of Legal Cases
State v. H.
Not guilty
State v. G.L.
Not guilty
Violation of Uniform Controlled Substance Act
Dismissed.
City vs. J.H
Negligent Driving/Deferred Sentence
Education
2002
Seattle University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1998
University of Washington
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2015
Avoiding a DUI arrest
Standardized Field Sobriety Tests
2014
To Blow or Not to Blow
Washington's breath test
2010
2010 NHTSA SFST Course
Certification for Lawyers on Standardized Field Sobriety Tests
2004
Westlaw Legal Research Seminar
Advanced Legal Research and Topical Legal Research
2002
Trial Advocacy Competition
Traffic/Negligence
2000
Moot Court Competition
Administrative Law
Publications
2017
DUI Kirkland Blog
I got a DUI in Kirkland. What is SCRAM?
2013
DUI Kirkland Blog
DUI - Marijuana in Washington
2013
DUI Kirkland Blog
New Washington DUI laws target repeat offenders
2012
DUI Kirkland Blog
Choosing a DUI Lawyer
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Got dui in california and have to get new driver license in washington state?
25 Oct 2013
Q&A
I was just pulled over for a DUI. I have no priors and a clean record. What can I expect to happen?
17 Feb 2010
Q&A
Wa state dui laws, .090 blown at scene, .077 blown at station; still considered a dui? thought station one counted...
15 Feb 2010