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Biography
OUR MISSION AT DUI HEROES: To provide the highest quality legal representation for individuals charged with DUI and DUI related offenses, as well as other minor traffic offenses, major felonies, and all areas of criminal law in general.
EXCELLENCE, EXPERIENCE, EMPATHY, ENTHUSIASM
Although law is my primary love, in my spare time, I also enjoy reading, writing (poetry and fiction), as well as being an improv comedian at a local theatre in Seattle and a performing magician.
A Leader in DUI Defense - Nationally Recognized and Published - Call 24/7 - Average of 95% first offenses reduced or dismissed overall! Call Now! 425-354-4512 - Our Team of Heroes Stands Ready to Defend You.
A Leader in DUI Defense - Nationally Recognized and Published - Teacher and Author of "Innovative DUI Defense Tools" - National College of DUI Defense - Save Your License - Call 24/7 - Our Team of Heroes Will Help You.
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24 years | 750 cases
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Licensed in Washington for 21 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 2004
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Posted by Michael | January 28, 2018 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
Professional, effective, and always available - an ideal experience when you've hit bottom
When I was pulled over and charged with my first DUI, I had never been more scared or uncertain about my immediate future before at any point in my life. I knew that I was going to need a miracle after that night, not even remembering getting into the car, blowing a 0.25 and failing my field sobriet...
Posted by Jason | September 07, 2017 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
The best there is!
From the minute I first walked into Jonathon’s office, I knew I had come to the right place. Facing a DUI is an unsettling, and very intimidating experience. Jonathon and his team do an excellent job of recognizing that and going out of their way to make you comfortable. From day one, I was told not ...
Jonathan Dichter
Replied last September 07, 2017Jason - it was our pleasure. Thank you for your kind feedback!
Posted by Jessica | September 07, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
A Caring and Efficient Lawyer
Jonathan & Rachel did an amazing job on my case. They were always available 100% of the time I needed anything. They also kept me informed & educated on every detail during the entire process. I couldn't be happier with the outcome of my case. Thank you for all your help and support!!
Jonathan Dichter
Replied last September 07, 2017Jessica - so happy you're so happy! Thanks for your kind words and being such a great client!
Posted by anonymous | January 20, 2017 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
DUI plead down to a Neg Driving in the 1st
Jonathan assisted me in a DUI case in Everett, WA. After speaking my public defender it was clear I needed real help! I had to make the wise investment of retaining a lawyer in my case immediately. When I retained Jonathan I had a 100,000 dollar bench warrant for my arrest. We showed up togethe...
Jonathan Dichter
Replied last January 20, 2017It was my pleasure to represent you!
Posted by Matt | November 11, 2016 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
Simply the Best
My experience with Jonathan handling my DUI case was that of exceptional professionalism, dedication, patience and a communication process/human element that is truly amazing. After being pulled over for DUI, I was terrified of what was going to happen. Jonathan puts you immediately at ease, wi...
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Replied last November 11, 2016Matt it was an absolute pleasure working with you.
Jonathan Dichter's Lawyer Endorsements
"I highly endorse Jonathan. While he is extremely knowledgeable, his preparation, attention to detail, and willingness to fight for his clients routinely lead to favorable outcomes. I wouldn't hesitate to refer someone to him."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have had the pleasure of knowing and working along side Mr. Dichter for the past 11 years. He is an outstanding attorney; well respected by judges, clients and peers. Mr. Dichter is an authority in the legal community as he often speaks at Continuing Legal Education Seminars, providing new and valuable material to other attorney attendees. His legal approach is always persuasive and realistic. Any criminal client would be lucky to have his representation."
"Jonathan is big-hearted, an incredible story teller, and intensely focused on one thing: DUI representation. Highly recommend!"
"I strongly endorse Jonathan. He truly is a leader in the DUI defense community. Jonathan zealously advocates for his clients with a personable, individualized approach. He has a strong focus on customer service and client satisfaction. His reviews speak for themselves. Jonathan is well-respected by all members of the legal community and often approached by fellow DUI defense attorneys to share his training and knowledge. Jonathan is a Nationally published author in DUI trial tactics and speaker at numerous events."
"I endorse this lawyer. I first had the pleasure to work with Jonathan as opposing counsel when I was a Deputy Prosecuting Attorney. Even in the midst of intense litigation, he was always courteous, professional, and a worthy opponent. He is an outstanding lawyer; well respected by judges, clients and peers. Jonathan is an authority in the legal community as he often speaks at Continuing Legal Education Seminars, providing valuable lessons and mentorship to other attorneys. In fact, James Publishing invited him to author the 4th edition of their title, “Innovative DUI Trial Tactics.” It is a nationally published legal strategy guide for attorneys who defend DUIs. His legal approach is always persuasive and his empathy for clients is unparalleled."
"I have known Jonathan for a number of years now, and he is an outstanding DUI lawyers. He's one of the respected leaders of the DUI defense bar in Snohomish County. And, he is well known throughout the Greater Puget Sound region for his innovative and his aggressive drunk driving defense tactics, especially in marijuana cases. I highly recommend Jonathan to anyone in need of his services."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Jonathan is one of the most knowledgeable DUI attorneys anywhere in the state. He is a zealous advocate for his clients and does a great job!"
"A tenacious and thorough litigator. He leaves no stone unturned. I wholeheartedly endorse Jonathan Dichter."
"Attorney Jonathan Ditcher is a highly skilled criminal defense attorney. Jonathan has the rare ability to help his clients feel at ease while navigating the stressful process of fighting criminal charges. He has a reputation among his peers and clients as an attorney who doesn’t shy away from going to trial or from raising tough legal challenges. Jonathan Ditcher is an excellent attorney and I endorse Jonathan without reservation."
"I endorse this lawyer. I went to law school with Jonathan over 10 years ago and not only did he excel in school but also as a lawyer. He is one of the top leading DUI/Criminal Defense attorneys in our state. His trial skills are top notch and his command of the law and command of the technical/scientific knowledge needed in DUI defense work is outstanding. Results speak louder than words and he can back it up with his record of not guiltys and dismissals. He is beloved by his clients and his peers. It's an honor to be his colleague. I recommend Jonathan without reservation."
"I endorse this lawyer. Extremely knowledgeable and charismatic."
"Jonathan is a hard working, fearless attorney who knows the law, the court and the prosecutors. He cares for and will do everything possible for his clients."
"I strongly endorse this lawyer. He is an excellent advocate for his clients, as well as being a very supportive colleague and mentor in the legal community."
"Jonathan is an extremely knowledgable and tenacious lawyer. I always tell advise people to find a lawyer they can trust, one they feel comfortable with from the very first hand shake. Jonathan is that kind of lawyer."
"I strongly endorse DUI Attorney Jonathan Dichter. I have worked with him on cutting edge issues in DUI law for our cases. He is highly respected by all of us DUI lawyers in Snohomish County. I would feel very confident referring anyone to him for their DUI case."
"I endorse Jonathan Dichter. Mr. Dichter is a knowledgeable and caring criminal defense attorney who has earned his reputation as one of the best in the business. You can't go wrong with Jonathan on your side!"
"Mr. Dichter is a master negotiator. I have seen him in court many times throughout the years and am always impressed by his presence, his commitment to quality representation, and the respect he commands from judges and prosecutors. I highly recommend this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have seen Jonathan in court on many occasions and he's an excellent attorney. He fights hard for his clients and is extremely knowledgeable about the law."
"Jonathan is one of the best DUI attorneys I have ever worked with and seen in court. I frequently will go to him for advice and help on cases because I trust his judgment and experience. If I was arrested for DUI, Jonathan would be the first attorney I called. You really are lucky to have him on your side."
"Jonathan is a knowledgeable, skillful, and compassionate defense attorney. He is a pleasure to work with and asset to the legal community. I gladly endorse this lawyer."
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Laura Shaver
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Sheryl Pewitt
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Henry Chae
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Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2020
Elite Lawyer, Elite Lawyers of America
2018
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2018
DUI Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine
2017
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2017
DUI Rising Star, Washington State Super Lawyers
2016
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2016
DUI Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine
2015
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2015
DUI Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine
2014
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2014
Certificate of Appreciation for Law Day, Snohomish County District Court - South Division
2014
Rising Star - DUI, Super Lawyers Magazine
2013
Certificate of Appreciation - Law Day 2013, Snohomish County District Court
2012
Certification, Forensic Sobriety Assessment
2011
Certificate of Completion, National College for DUI Defense
2010
Accreditation, Better Business Bureau
2010
Certificate of Completion, National College of DUI Defense
2010
Certificate of Appreciation - Law Day, Snohomish County District Court - South Division
2010
Level 6 Contributor, Avvo
2009
Nolo Verified, Nolo
2008
Certificate of Completion, National College for DUI Defense
2008
Level 5 Contributor, Avvo
2003
Silver Key, Law Student Division, American Bar Association
2002
Continuing Scholarship, Seattle University School of Law
2002
Certificate of Appreciation, Law Student Divison, American Bar Association
2001
Continuing Scholarship, Seattle University School of Law
2001
ABA Client Counseling Competition - Participant, American Bar Association
2001
Regional Qualifier - ABA Negotiation Competition, American Bar Association
2000
Entry Scholarship, Seattle University School of Law
1999
Dean's List, University of Akron
Work Experience
2010 - Present
Judge Pro-Tem, Everett Municipal Court
2009 - Present
Judge Pro-Tem, Snohomish County District Court
2009 - Present
Managing Attorney, DUI Heroes
2005 - 2009
Associate, The Law Offices of Heidi L. Hunt, PLLC
2004 - 2005
City of Shoreline Public Defender, The Schlotzhauer Law Group
2003 - 2004
Rule 9 Intern, Berneberg, Wickens, Armijo
2002 - 2003
Law Clinic Rule 9, Seattle University School of Law
2002 - 2003
Rule 9 Intern, Kirshenbaum and Goss
2002 - 2002
Professional Responsibility Clinic Rule 9, Seattle University School of Law
Associations
2010 - Present
Citizen's for Judicial ExcellenceMember
2010 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2010 - Present
Washington State Bar Association, Criminal Law SectionMember
2009 - Present
Snohomish County Bar AssociationMember
2009 - Present
Avvo ProMember
2007 - Present
National College of DUI DefenseMember
2004 - Present
Washington Association of Criminal Defense AttorneysMember
2004 - Present
Washington State Bar AssociationMember
2002 - Present
Phi Alpha DeltaMember
2014 - 2020
DUI Defense Lawyers AssociationMember
2012 - 2018
Washington Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember, Board of Governors
2009 - 2010
Snohomish County Bar Association Lawyer Referral ServiceAttorney
2005 - 2007
Washington State Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2002 - 2009
American Bar AssociationMember
2001 - 2009
American Bar Association, Criminal Justice SectionMember
2001 - 2003
ABA Representative
2001 - 2003
Law School Newspaper: Editor
Sample of Legal Cases
State v. R.M.
Client was found NOT GUILTY at trial.
State v. T.F.
Client found Not Guilty
State v. R.H.
Not Guilty Verdict at Trial
State v. J.O.
Client's case reduced to Reckless Driving.
State v. J.G.
Dismissed
Mountlake Terrace v. B.R.
Amended to Negligent Driving 1st Degree
State v. M.W.
Not Guilty Verdict at Trial
Mill Creek v. M.B.
Dismissed
State v. D.C.
Amended to Negligent Driving 2nd Degree Infraction
Buckley v. C.J.
Amended to Negligent Driving 1st Degree
Lake Stevens v. K.W.
Dismissed
State v. D.Y.
Amended to a non-criminal traffic ticket
State v. M.S.
Amended to Negligent Driving 1st Degree
State v. J.D.
Case Dismissed.
State v. S.A.
Amended to Negligent Driving 1st Degree
State v. K.B.
Dismissed for lack of probable cause at motions.
Seattle v. N.S.
Dismissed for lack of probable cause at motions.
State v. L.W.
Case dismissed.
State v. N.B.
Reduced to Reckless Driving.
State v. J.C.
Not Guilty at Trial
State v. J.S.
Amended to Negligent Driving 1st Degree
Kirkland v. V.R.
Case Dismissed
Mill Creek v. S.S.
Dismissed
Lynnwood v. S.W.
Amended to Reckless Driving.
State v. B.M.
Amended to Negligent Driving 1st Degree
Oak Harbor v. C.O.
Agreement that after 12 months, clients case will be dismissed.
State v. R.D.
Amended to Reckless Driving.
State v. J.H.
Amended to Negligent Driving 1st Degree
State v. G.M.
Amended to Reckless Driving.
State v. R.A.
Amended to Reckless Driving.
State v. H.M.
Deferred Sentence
Mill Creek v. M.M.
Amended to a non-criminal traffic ticket
State v. S.A.
Amended to Negligent Driving 1st Degree
State v R.S.
Amended to a misdemeanor charge.
State v S.H.
Amended to Negligent Driving 1st Degree
State v. P.M.
After 24 months of probation, this case will be amended to Negligent Driving in the First Degree
State v. R.D.
Bail Forfeiture
State v. B.M.
Case to be dismissed after 24 months probation
State v. V.R.
Bail Forfeiture
State v. N.N.
Dismissed
State v. C.C.
Continued for 12 months - after which the case will be dismissed entirely.
State v. A.F.
Amended to non-DV charge - no probation.
State v. K.W.
Amended to Reckless Driving.
State v. A.N.
Amended to non-DV charge - no probation.
Everett v. M.H.
Case to be dismissed after 36 months probation
Everett v. D.B.
Amended to Negligent Driving 1st Degree
Des Moines v. V.H.
Amended to Negligent Driving 1st Degree
Edmonds v. C.B.
Amended to non-driving charge after 36 months probation
State v. G.W.
Amended to non-DV charge - dismissed in 12 months.
Granite Falls v. J.B.
Dismissed
Kirkland v. A.R.
Amended to Negligent Driving 1st Degree
State v J.W.
Case reduced to Disorderly Conduct - to be dismissed in 12 months.
Mill Creek v. W.E.
Reduction to Third Degree with no jail
State v. D.G.
Amended to Negligent Driving 1st Degree
Lynnwood v. C.A.
After 24 months of probation, this case will be amended to a NON-CRIMINAL TRAFFIC TICKET
State v. A.R.
Amended to Negligent Driving 1st Degree
Everett v. S.F.
Agreement that after 12 months, clients case will be dismissed.
Puyallup v. L.D.
Continued for 12 months - after which the case will be dismissed entirely.
State v. A.B.
Reduced to Negligent Driving.
State v. T.U.
Reduced to Negligent Driving in the First Degree - no jail - no license suspension.
State v. D.C.
Reduced to Reckless Driving - no jail.
State v. S.K.
Agreement that after 12 months, clients case will be dismissed.
State v. H.F.
Amended to Reckless Driving.
Shoreline v. N.L.
18 month agreement after which my clients case will be dismissed
State v. C.L.
Amended to Reckless Driving.
Bothell v. A.L.
Amended to Negligent Driving 1st Degree - Deferred Sentence
State v. S.S.
Amended to Negligent Driving 1st Degree
Marysville v. J.M.
Non domestic violence charge - no jail.
State v. J.W.
Amended to Negligent Driving 1st Degree
State v. Z.G.
Dismissed
Mukilteo v. A.C.
Dismissed
Mount Vernon v. B.S.
Amended to Disorderly Conduct - Bail Forfeiture
State v. R.J.
Felony DUI Amended to Misdemeanor
City of Vancouver v. T.E.
Dismissed
Lynnwood v. L.C.
Negligent Driving Second Degree
State v. S.B.
Dismissed
Education
2012
La Pier and Associates
Certificate of Completion
2012
Forensic Sobriety Assessment
Certification
2011
National College of DUI Defense
Certificate of Completion
2010
La Pier and Associates
Certificate of Training
2010
National College of DUI Defense
Certificate of Completion
2008
National College of DUI Defense
Certificate Completion
2003
Seattle University School of Law
Cum Laude - J.D.
1999
Univeristy of Akron
B.A.
Speaking Engagements
2016
WACDL Misdemeanor Go!
Closing Arguments
2014
Washington Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers - Misdemeanor CLE
Voir Dire - Starting Off On the Right Foot
2013
Zealous Advocacy for All
Marijuana DUI: Weeding out What's Different
2013
Marijuana DUI: Weeding out What's Different
Marijuana DUI: Weeding out What's Different
2013
In-House CLE
Defending Breath Test Cases
2012
In-House Lecture
DUI Boot Camp Part II
2012
In-House Lecture
DUI Boot Camp - Becoming a DUI Super Advocate
2011
Monthly DUI Lawyers Meeting
The New DUI Law
2011
Monthly DUI Defense Meeting
Refusals and Drowsy Driving
2011
Monthly DUI Defense Meeting
Reasonable Doubt
2009
Movin 92.5 "The Ladies Room" - Featured Lawyer
Questions from Listener
2009
Monthly Snohomish DUI Lawyer Meeting
Internet Marketing for DUI Lawyers
2007
DUI Law Primer - Treatment Center Questions
DUI Law
Publications
2020
DUIHeroes
DUI Survival Guide
2019
James Publishing publication
Innovative DUI Trial Tools
2019
Dichter Law Office
DUI Survival Guide
2014
WACDL DUI Newsletter
I Will Walk With You: Remembering what our Clients Really need
2013
WACDL DUI Newsletter
DUI Refusal Tactics
2013
WACDL DUI Newsletter
DUI Cross Tactics
2012
WACDL DUI News
DUI Voir Dire Tactics
2009
2009
SnoCoDUI Blog
.07 BAC — DUI or Not DUI?
2009
2009
SnoCoDUI Blog
Economy, Drugs or Both? 30 Armed Robberies!!!
2009
SnoCo DUI Blog
Search Warrants for Blood?
2009
SnoCo DUI Blog
Medical Examiner Drunk at Scene of DUI
2009
SnoCo DUI Blog
Bombs in Strip Clubs?
2007
The Marysville Globe
Legal Advice
2005
Defense Magazine (WACDL)
It Could Be Worse
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Top Contributor
Jonathan earned significant contribution points in 2012.
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can I still be charged with a DUI even though I blew under the limit and was released after my arrest?
25 Aug 2020
Q&A
What may happen in Wa. If I got my first DUI.
20 Jan 2020
Q&A
Dui in the state of wa with a bac of .075?
21 Jan 2015