Karlie M. Valdez

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... confidence and compassion to me and my family. Her quality of service is second to none. I feel so fortunate to have Karlie as my lawyer and will recommend her to anyone in a heartbeat.

It has been nothing but a pleasure working with Karlie. From the moment I reached out to her by coming across her website to our initial phone call, she's been very transparent, very compassionate, and very knowledgeable. Her approach is special-- she asks all the right questions and she's familiar w...ith the local courts, prosecutors and judges in the area, yet she has a very caring, soft demeanor that made it so easy to deal with. Like many people, getting pulled over and arrested for a DUI is an embarrassing, tumultuous and isolating situation. It was something that I didn't want to talk to anyone about. Like many, I didn't know what to do or who to trust. Frankly, I didn't even know where to begin. I did a Google search and contacted several local attorneys but after meeting with several, and transacting emails with several… I still didn't feel a good fit was found. As soon as I spoke to Karlie on the phone-- I just knew: I could feel safe with her, that I could trust her, and that she would fight for me. And she did: over the next several months and longer, despite not having as a strong of a case as I'd liked, through persistence, her outstanding reputation, and how she positioned me… I had a breakthrough outcome that I'd consider to be "best case scenario" given the circumstances. And through it all, I learned a lot. She was a guiding light in one of the toughest seasons of my life, and I would recommend her to anyone needing more than guidance with the law… a true advocate. Someone who would fight for you.

I could try to sell Karlie Valdez and trust me I thought about it. I am only going to tell you my personal experience. When I had a consultation with Karlie she let me know of all my options honestly and thoroughly. When we spoke about the easiest and cheapest route to take the case she told me that... she would do it. No upsell or pressure. But I asked her to fight for me and she seemed eager to get to work. Her price was fair and I believed in her. Karlie told me what she could do with the case, to me it seemed like a dream. But I believed in her. During the whole court process she was only a text away with fast timely responses. When I called Karlie her response was also as fast. In court she sat next to me making feel like we were a team. I have been in court where my lawyer is as close to the podium as possible at all times. Only giving a nod as they enter the courtroom. This adds confusion and uncertainty to the unpleasantness of a courtroom experience. In the end Karlie delivered 100%. She knows the courts and how to handle cases as well as clients. Knowing the uncertainty of court if the whole case went south I would still recommend Karlie. She was that good.

Karlie represented me in East Division Redmond Courthouse for two driving with a suspended license charges (one of which I wasn't even aware I was charged with until I received a notice in the mail). Throughout the lead up to my time in court, Karlie thoroughly reviewed my case and worked hard to co...llect all of the pertinent and relevant facts. She did an exemplary job of helping me understand the legal process and counseled me on recommended options. Karlie was always available to take my call, which provided me with a great level of comfort and confidence. She was/is a pleasure to work with and demonstrated the utmost professionalism combined with a very positive attitude. Karlie is now my go-to person for legal representation.

My daughter happened to meet Karlie a year before my DUI. She passed along her card to me, noting that I would find the list of rights on the back informative. I called Karlie to request additional cards, so that I could give them to my friends. Bellevue and Kirkland are notorious for DUI cases. She ...was very personable and mailed them to me that week. Never did I imagine a year later that I would need her representation. The night I was charged with a DUI was the most humiliating experience of my life. I called Karlie the next day. She immediately remembered who I was. She spent over an hour on the phone with me discussing the details of the incident. I knew from that first conversation that she would be my saving grace. At our first meeting Karlie's professionalism and demeanor were impeccable. However, it was her genuine compassion that helped ease my fear and anxiety.Throughout the case Karlie was available for my numerous questions and concerns. She was prompt at returning e-mails and phone calls. I appreciated her realistic and honest advice about possible outcomes of the case. Her expertise and integrity are a commanding force in the courtroom. She was always prepared and helpful explaining the process of the court system. My license suspension was dismissed and I'm pleased and thankful for the outcome of a defered prosecution.I could never express my gratitude enough for her dedication, and the kindness she showed me throughout the entire ordeal. I have the utmost respect and admiration for Ms. Valdez. I highly recommend her. Kirkland WA