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Jesse Cantor
About Jesse
Biography
Since 1997, I have focused my career on providing my clients with the highest standard of quality criminal defense representation at all levels in the Federal, State and Municipal courts. As of August of 2014, I will be continuing that high standard of quality representation with the Federal Public Defender of the Western District of Washington.
Practice Areas
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Practice Area
Federal Crime
100%
30 years
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Licensed in Washington for 28 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 1997
No misconduct found
Location
Federal Public Defender
1601 Fifth Ave, Suite 700, Seattle, WA, 98101
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Posted by Emily | March 15, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Unforgettable blessing to the federal defense justice system!
I have had Jesse as my attorney for years now...not by his choice, more like a lack of options for him by my many self inflicted situations of needing him repeatedly to represent me. I made this man's job more difficult than it needed to be, more times than he needed or should have had to represent m...
Jesse Cantor's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse Jesse. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"I have worked with Jesse in the past and refer my immigration clients to him when they need post conviction relief."
"I have seen first-hand how hard Jesse works to advocate for his clients. He is not only intelligent and knowledgable, but also highly respected for his trial skills. He has worked hard to earn and maintain excellent advocacy skills and a reputation as a top criminal defense attorney in both State and Federal courts. I recommend him to anyone in need of criminal defense representation."
"I have worked very closely with Jesse Cantor in more than one complex criminal case and I can say without hesitation that he is a fine lawyer and a dedicated advocate to his clients. In one particular case I recall, Jesse worked tirelessly under very difficult circumstances. I was impressed both with his work ethic and commitment to his client's cause."
"I endorse Mr. Cantor. He is extremely professional and effective in providing a quality defense for his clients. Mr. Cantor's research, writing, and trial advocacy skills are, quite simply, excellent. Any defendant can be assured they will receive the best representation possible with Mr. Cantor."
"Jesse is an outstanding attorney, one of the best in Western Washington. Bottom line is he gets the job done for his clients, both at the federal and state level. One of the things that separates Jesse from the rest is his ability to communicate with his clients. I would not hesitate to refer his name to anyone facing a criminal accusation in the State of Washington. He's the real deal."
"Jesse and I worked together on several complicated federal criminal cases in Federal District Court in Seattle. He is a very experienced criminal defense attorney who fights tenaciously for his clients and thoroughly investigates his cases, while filing well thought out motions and memorandums to benefit the client. I highly recommend him."
"Jesse Cantor is an excellent and very experienced attorney. He is a tireless advocate for his clients. I strongly recommend him."
"I have seen Jesse's work in a series of cases. He is hard-working and dedicated. He does not give up. He is a good advocate and totally committed to achieving good results for his clients."
"Jesse Cantor is a brilliant lawyer. He is hard working, passionate and compassionate. He is excellent in trial and he does excellent appellate work. I would hire him without reservation to represent anyone that I cared about. He is one of the top lawyers in the state."
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Experience
Honors
2009
Trial Practice Institute graduate, National Criminal Defense College
2007
Consulting Attorney, Mexican Consulate of Washington
Work Experience
2010 - 2014
Law Partner, Mazzone & Cantor, LLP
2001 - 2009
Law Partner, Rios Cantor, PS
1997 - 2001
Staff Attorney, Society Of Counsel Representing Accused Persons
Associations
2001 - Present
American Bar Association
1997 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
1997 - Present
Washington Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys
1997 - 2010
Kings County Bar AssociationJudicial Screening
Education
1996
American University, Washington College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1993
University of California - Berkeley
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2011
Snohomish County Bar Association
Pre-Trial Motions Practice
2008
The Mexican Consulate of WA
Understanding Criminal Procedure
2002
Mount Vernon Juvenile Probation
Responding to the Police when Stopped or Arrested
Languages
Spanish
English