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Michael Thomas Sanders
also known as DUI Attorneys of Washington - Traffic Attorneys of Washington
About Michael
Biography
Michael T. Sanders, Founder and Principal at Traffic Attorneys of Washington, has 25 years of experience on DUI/DWI cases and civil and criminal traffic offenses. Michael served as a senior trial prosecutor for the City of Seattle under three administrations. He has worked on thousands of DUI/DWI cases and conducted hundreds of jury trials.
With a call to DUI Attorneys of Washington - Traffic Attorneys of Washington, we will travel to you. We will meet you when and when it is convenient to you. Call, or Contact Us On One of Our Websites -- for Traffic Infractions, and our DUI/DWI website at for DUI/DWI matters.
My philosophy is to help people around the clock 110%. My fees are very reasonable. It is not about the money. My focus is on helping others. We should be measured by what we give, not what we receive.
I am married to a beautiful woman, and I have two lovely daughters. I proudly served in the US Army as an ordinance officer. I love the outdoors in Washington.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
DUI and DWI
50%
35 years | 1,000 cases
Speeding and Traffic Ticket
50%
35 years | 1,000 cases
Fees and Rates
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Licensed in Washington for 35 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 1990
No misconduct found
Licensed in South Dakota for 39 years
State: South Dakota
Acquired: 1986
No misconduct found
Location
DUI Attorneys of Washington - Traffic Attorneys of Washington
10500 Beardslee Blvd Unit 1064, Bothell, WA, 98041
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Showing 1 - 5 of 15 reviews | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Posted by anonymous | September 13, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Straightforward, No-Nonsense, and Gets Results
Mike got my traffic ticket dismissed. He has a straightforward, no-nonsense approach and focuses on results.
Posted by Maria | July 17, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Professional & Effective
Michael Sanders got my ticket dismissed — and potentially saved my job in the process. As a nurse, I don’t have time or patience for unnecessary fluff, and I truly appreciated his direct, no-nonsense communication style. He was efficient, competent, and focused on getting the job done, which is exact...
Posted by anonymous | December 08, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Just say NO!
I contacted Michael for my wife's speeding ticket. He seemed nice and asked a couple questions. I did all the leg work for him. Informing him of the new Judge for the court as well as the new prosecuting attorney. Michael informed me that he had a good talk with the new prosecutor and that he wou...
Posted by Gary | April 17, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Michael Sanders Is A Money Saver
Got a speeding ticket. Called Michael. Covid delayed the court date for 7 months. Michael got it dismissed and I didn't need to appear or do anything else. Michael sent me a note he got my ticket dismissed and will have not affect on my insurance rates. I confirmed the ticket was dismissed. ...
Posted by Kelly | February 28, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Miracle worker!
Mike has been very helpful twice with my Teen’s traffic tickets. Each time the case has worked out just as he explained he expected it to. This has saved my daughter huge amounts on her car insurance. I highly recommend Michael.
Michael Thomas Sanders's Lawyer Endorsements
"I knew Mike first as a prosecutor then a defense attorney. He was a professional, competent attorney then and now. I fully endorse this attorney."
"Do you have a traffic or DUI issue? Michael knows the ropes. All of them. In his extensive time at the City of Seattle, Michael excelled at his work. Success is all about the details. There is no better person to defend an infraction than someone who used to prosecute."
"I have known Michael for almost 18 years since we were Prosecutors together and Michael is as smart as they come. Michael is extremely knowledgeable on the law and does a tremendous job handling difficult traffic matters for his clients. I am very pleased to endorse Michael and do so without reservation."
"Michael is an outstanding lawyer. I met him many years ago when he was a prosecutor for the City of Seattle. He is very knowledgeable, experienced, and a highly skilled trial lawyer. I highly recommend him."
"I worked with Michael while we managed the prosecution of traffic infractions for the City of Seattle. I guarentee that Michael will leave no stone unturned in researching and arguing your case. I have rarely worked with an attorney who delves as in depth into a legal matter as successfully as Michael. If there is a defense to your ticket - he will find it."
"For years I knew Mike Sanders as a Seattle City Prosecutor. Mike was always well prepared and methodical in his own presentation of his cases. I knew Mike really wanted to do defense, and so I can only imagine his research and passion carries him well into the representation of his clients. I would highly endorse Mike Sanders. He is personable and among the most solid advocates I have ever seen."
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Experience
Honors
1983
Phi Delta Phi, Washburn Law School
Work Experience
2013 - 2014
Founder - Principal, Traffic Attorneys of Washington
1991 - 2013
Senior Assistant City Attorney, Seattle Law Department
1989 - 1990
Staff Attorney, Waitt Johnson & Martens
1988 - 1989
Trial Prosecutor, Pennington County State's Attorney
1986 - 1988
Law Clerk To Chief Justice, South Dakota Supreme Court
1980 - 1983
Captain, Ordinance Officer, United States Army
Associations
1990 - Present
Washington State Bar Association
1986 - Present
South Dakota State Bar
Sample of Legal Cases
DUI Trial Prosecutor
Undefeated On DUI Breath Cases
Local Municipal Court
Amended to reckless driving
Education
1986
Washburn University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1981
Aberdeen Proving Grounds
Ordinance Officer Basic
1980
University of South Dakota
Bachelor of Sciences
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
II got a ticket for following too closely?
23 Sep 2017
Q&A
I think my wife is alcoholic drank 3 750 ml bottles of wine since last night I am her husband is it legal to confiscate the wine
17 Mar 2015
Q&A
Can My son get a second opinion for the alcohol evaluation that the court wanted?
25 Sep 2014