$ 175-375 per hour
Michael Paul Iaria
About Michael
Biography
For almost thirty years, I have defended clients accused by the government of serious crimes. I have substantial trial, appellate and post-conviction experience, and my current practice emphasizes the defense of white collar, death penalty, homicide, and other serious and complex cases in state and federal courts. Additionally, I represent professionals in disciplinary matters and victims of sexual abuse, domestic violence, and police misconduct as plaintiffs in civil cases. I also coordinate and conduct mitigation investigations and presentations for clients who, in any type of case, but particularly in the sentencing or disposition phase of criminal or professional licensing cases, need critical decision makers – prosecutors, judges, jurors, licensing board members – to understand their lives as a whole. I appear in courts throughout Washington.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Retainer
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Washington for 40 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 1985
No misconduct found
Licensed in New Jersey for 42 years
State: New Jersey
Acquired: 1983
No misconduct found
Location
Law Office of Michael Iaria, PS
1111 Third Avenue, Suite 2220, Seattle, WA, 98101
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Showing 1 - 1 of 1 review | Lawsuits & Disputes
Posted by John | February 12, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Best Defense Lawyer
Michael was referred to me by our business attorney for a civil case with potential of criminal charges. I met with him at his office and I felt welcomed. He genuinely cared for my me and my case, did a lot of research into the issue I was faced with and laid out all the facts, pros and cons for wh...
Michael Paul Iaria's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer."
"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."
"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."
Charlotte Cassady
Education lawyer
Michael Rosen
Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer
Jason Saunders
Appeals lawyer
Experience
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 AssociationPresident of Board of Directors
2006 - Present
Northwest Defender AssociationBoard of Directors
1989 - Present
Washington Association of Criminal Defense AttorneysMember
1985 - Present
Washington State Bar AssociationMember
1983 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
1983 - Present
New Jersey State Bar AssociationMember
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