Michael Paul Iaria

Michael Paul Iaria

5.0
Rating: 9.7

Licensed for 42 years

Federal crime Lawyer at Seattle, WA
Practice Areas: Federal Crime, White Collar Crime, Criminal Defense, Sex Crime

1111 Third Avenue, Suite 2220, Seattle, WA

About Michael

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 175-375 per hour

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 40 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 1985

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in New Jersey for 42 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 1983

Resigned Without Prejudice

No misconduct found

Location

Law Office of Michael Iaria, PS

1111 Third Avenue, Suite 2220, Seattle, WA, 98101

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Michael Paul Iaria's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

8 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | February 04, 2015

Exceptional brilliant lawyer with heart!

After much research we chose Michael for our son's case because we knew we needed someone with an excellent track record, who would understand the unusual circumstances of the case, and we wanted only the best. Michael went above and beyond to get him the best possible outcome. We felt he saw the unf...ortunate mistake made, but still saw our son to be a good person. It was important to us that he fought hard, researching, bringing in specialists, and really getting to know every in and out of this case. Without Michael, it would have been a much different outcome. Michael is a family man, besides a bright, savvy, well seasoned attorney. He gets to know the person he is representing, and knows what a stressful process it can be for all involved. Make no mistake. He is tough when necessary. He is also well connected with the legal system in the area. But most importantly, he has a commitment to help those who want to learn from their mistakes, and makes every effort to make the best of often terrible situations for his clients. One meeting with Michael, and you will know what I am saying is valid and true. I can't imagine going through this experience without Michael Iaria in our corner!

Posted by William Mulholland | June 24, 2011 | Criminal Defense

Best Lawyer in the Crime Game

I have been in the criminal justice system for over 27 years and I would highly recommend this attorney....

Posted by anonymous | January 23, 2008 | Criminal Defense

Terrific Guy and Great Lawyer

Ran into a little misunderstanding a few years back and was lucky enough to hook up with Michael. He spent a lot of time on my case, charged very fairly, and was really concerned about me as both a client and a person. He knows everyone who is anyone in the legal system in Seattle (always important).... The case was difficult and he did the best possible job that anyone could and I walked away from the scurilous accusations scott free and now my life could not be better. BTW, I work with statistical models all the time and the one that they're using that rates MPI a 6 out of 10 is clear evidence that it needs work--they don't provide the scores that they use to measure the rating and its impossible to really get a clear picture of its faults.

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Michael Paul Iaria's Lawyer Endorsements

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Rafael Schwimmer

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Kimberly Gordon

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mike is a fantastic lawyer -- simply one of the best. I learn something every time I watch him in the courtroom, and frequently consult with him when I have questions about cases. I am confident that every time I refer him a case, he will find and obtain the best possible result."

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Christopher Swaby

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I am not sure I have ever met an attorney as bright and talented as Mike or who cares more about his clients. He is totally committed to getting the best result for his clients."

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Charlotte Cassady

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Michael Rosen

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Jason Saunders

Appeals lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.7 (Superb)

Honors

2020

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2011

100 Best Trial Lawyers in Washington, National Trial Lawyers Association

2008

Best Lawyers in Seattle, Seattle Business Monthly

2008

Super Lawyer, Washington Law & Politics Magazine

2007

President's Award, WACDL

2007

Super Lawyer, Washington Law & Politics Magazine

2006

Super Lawyer, Washington Law & Politics Magazine

2005

Super Lawyer, Washington Law & Politics Magazine

2004

Super Lawyer, Washington Law & Politics Magazine

2003

Super Lawyer, Washington Law & Politics Magazine

2002

Super Lawyer, Washington Law & Politics Magazine

2001

Super Lawyer, Washington Law & Politics Magazine

2000

Super Lawyer, Washington Law & Politics Magazine

1999

Super Lawyer, Washington Law & Politics Magazine

N/A

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

N/A

Abolitionist of the Year, Washington Coalition to Abolish the Death Penalty

Work Experience

1987 - Present

, Private Practice

2008 - 2008

Adjunct Professor, Advanced Criminal Procedure, University of Washington School of Law

1985 - 1987

, Seattle - King County Public Defender Association

1983 - 1985

, New Jersey Office of the Public Defender

1982 - 1983

Law Clerk, New Jersey Superior Court

1981 - 1982

Legal intern, Seattle - King County Public Defender Association

Associations

2009 - Present

Northwest Defender Association

President of Board of Directors

2006 - Present

Northwest Defender Association

Board of Directors

1989 - Present

Washington Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys

Member

1985 - Present

Washington State Bar Association

Member

1983 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

1983 - Present

New Jersey State Bar Association

Member

King County Bar Association

Member Criminal Law Section

Washington Appellate Defender Association

Board of Directors

Education

1986

National Criminal Defense College

1982

University of Puget Sound School of Law

Juris Doctor

1977

University of Vermont

BA - Bachelor of Arts, with Departmental Honors

Speaking Engagements

2008

WDPAC Fall Seminar

Presenting Mitigation to the Prosecutor

2008

Seattle-King County Public Defender Association

Intern and New Lawyer Training, 1998 - Present

2005

Washington State Bar Association Young Lawyers Division

Technology in the Courtroom

2005

Washington Defender Association

Dealing with Prosecutorial Misconduct

2004

Washington State Bar Association Young Lawyers Division

Technology in the Courtroom

2004

Seattle University Law School

Electronic Mock Trial

2003

Yakima and Idaho Capital Resource Center

"The Creative Use of Pain and Suffering in Capital Cases"

2003

Law Society of British Columbia, Vancouver LegalTech

Electronic Mock Trial

2003

Employment Law Institute

Presentation on Openings and Closings

2002

Washington Death Penalty Assistance Center

"The Creative Use of Pain and Suffering in Capital Cases"

2000

Washington State Bar Association

Nuts & Bolts of Criminal Law: Motions Practice

1999

Washington State Bar Association

Nuts and Bolts of Criminal Law: Motions Practice

1999

Washington Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Smashing the Prosecution's Case: Closing Argument

1999

Washington Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Winning Your Case with Experts: "Using a Forensic Pathologist in the Defense Case"

1999

King County Bar Association, Young Lawyers Division

"Criminal Motions Practice in the Real World"

1998

Washington State Bar Association

Nuts & Bolts of Criminal Law: Motions Practice

1998

Washington Defender Association

Demonstrative Evidence

1998

Washington Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Northwest Regional Death Penalty Seminar: "Why You Should Not Take a Capital Case"

1997

Washington State Bar Association

Skills Training: Cross Examination, Closing Argument

N/A

Northwest Regional Seminar

National Instiute for Trial Advocacy

Languages

English

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