Timothy L. Healy

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Timothy L. Healy

4.8
Rating: 9.9

Licensed for 30 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Seattle, WA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence, Sex Crime

One Union Square, 600 University Street #3010, Seattle, WA

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About Timothy

Biography

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Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 34%

34%
Domestic Violence 33%

Women often have an ulterior motive to lie, fabricate or exaggerate and I uncover these usually resulting in dismissals, acquittals or substantially reduced charges.

31 years | 500 cases

33%
Sex Crime 33%

There are probably more innocent men in prison over false sex abuse allegations than any other criminal charge and I use state and national experts and my years of criminal trial experience to exonerate the innocent or help those who need help.

31 years | 500 cases

33%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 15 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
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Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2019 2018 2017
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+ 6
Gold Client Champion

Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 30 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 1995

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Vindicate Criminal Law

One Union Square, 600 University Street #3010, Seattle, WA, 98101

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Timothy L. Healy's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

96 Client Reviews

Showing 6 - 10 of 10 reviews | Compassion

Posted by anonymous | May 04, 2015 | Criminal Defense

Helped us tremendously. Saved our sanity.

My husband and I were faced with a situation where we didn't think we needed a lawyer - we were being accused of something we didn't do. We thought we had nothing to hide, we're innocent. But as the investigation began, we realized we needed good legal advice because things weren't going as we expe...cted and we felt rushed through the process. It was a confusing and emotional time for us. Receiving a referral from a friend, we called Mr. Healy's office after hours and received a call back from him less than an hour later. He advised us right away over the phone and met us the next morning to get started. He helped us navigate these mysterious waters and eased the stress and emotional burden we were carrying. While representing us, he steered the investigation in a way that didn't make us feel we were giving up our rights. We had a favorable outcome - avoiding charges - and have Mr. Healy to thank.

Posted by anonymous | May 04, 2015 | Criminal Defense

Peace of mind

When I was accused of a terrible crime I felt that I was already found guilty by the investigators, I didn't have a voice, I would lose my whole life and family at any moment. When I first talked to Mr. Healy I was nervous, I didn't trust anyone of authority, that feeling passed in less than five min...utes, I wasn't treated like a criminal but like a person, Mr. Healy actually listened to my side of the story! Every question I had was answered straight and to the point, no games. Mr. Healy calmed all my fears when he laid out our decisive plan of action. I had a warrior on my side who would fight for me! I finally felt like I had a chance. I will never forget the words Mr. Healy said to me when my ordeal was over and I asked him, "what now?", he said "go live your life."

Posted by anonymous | March 07, 2012 | Criminal Defense

Two Counts of 2nd Degree Assault, One Count of Resisting Arrest- Verdict NOT GUILTY!

If you are reading this then you are in the right place because TIM HEALY IS A WINNING LAWYER. I found myself on the receiving end of false allegations. I was charged with two counts of second degree assault and one count of resisting arrest. I faced years in prison. I decided that my freedom was... too important to place in the hands of an average lawyer. I started my search by looking for criminal trial lawyers that had a high win rate. This type of research can be exhausting, I know! I came across Tim Healy and set up an interview with him to see if I would trust him with my case and my life. Not all lawyers are created equal and not all lawyers truly care about their clients, but Tim does. Tim will sit you down and discuss the criminal justice system. The one thing that will become quite evident is that the court system in the U.S. is not about finding the truth; it is about stacking the deck against anyone who would dare stand up to them. Tim overcomes these obstacles. He is thorough and meticulous in preparing your case. Trial is where Tim Healy shines. On day one, during jury selection, I was again reminded that I chose the right lawyer because Tim strategically orchestrated his questions to illicit an emotional response from the jury pool. His purposeful planting of case specific seeds during Voir dire was impressive because it is hard to change a person’s initial opinion once it has been made. This makes it very hard for prosecutors when they have testimony from “alleged victims”. Still, this does not mean you can use the “victims” past history to prove his/her character BUT, with Tim’s vast experience you can rest assured that if there is a character flaw the jury will know about it. Tim aggressively and purposefully cross-examined each of the State’s witnesses. Even though the Judge made it difficult at times, Tim was in control of each witness. The court room is very fluid so, things happen at trial that you will not understand but Tim is keenly aware of what is going on and planning his next move. Tim’s closing argument was a grand finale. He was able to summarize the entire case while pointing out every flaw in the prosecution’s case that would make any reasonable person agree with his theory of the case. After the Jury deliberated they came back to the court room with NOT GUILTY VERDICTS on the original felony charges. The prosecutor had “sneaked in” additional charges during the trial. Even so, the jury voted ten to two in favor of not guilty on those and the resisting arrest count. After the trial was over, the prosecutor could not stand the fact that she lost and postured like she was going to take me back to trial on the other allegations. Tim was aware of what was going on and gave her a little time to cool off before turning up the heat by threatening to beat her again. It was only a matter of time before the prosecutor gave in. I received a full dismissal shortly thereafter. If you find yourself charged with a serious crime, I whole heartedly recommend Tim Healy as the best choice to ensure your VICTORY! Thank you again Tim!

Posted by Cathy | February 09, 2011 | Family

Truly the best Attorney anyone could ask for. (Grandparents Custody Case)

From the moment I spoke with Mr. Healy on the phone I knew I fould the right person to represent me. Before he even met with me and my family, he was already researching my case. Not only did he return my call on a Saturday, but also took the time to meet with us on a Sunday. Not only did he listen, ...he was very concerned about the welfare of our grandson just as much as we were. His staff was just as professional as Mr. Healy. My family are truly grateful for him and will refer him to all of our friends and family. Thank you so much for everything! The Perry Family

Posted by Duane | October 18, 2010 | Criminal Defense

In my opinion Mr. Healy is trustworthy and knowledgable lawyer.

I came to Timothy Healy with four serious criminal felony charges against me. After consultation with him he agreed to represent me for the cases. He was upfront with the possible prison time and helped me fully understand the charges that were filed against me. During the course of the open cases,I ...was charged with an additional four felonies and three misdemeanors. Mr. Healy had the felony charges and misdemeanor charges consolidated into two case numbers saving me time that i would have to spend in court. He kept me updated in a timely manner and told me that he was confident if the cases went to trial that he could win them. I was facing possibly 10-15 years prison time yet Mr. Healy kept me calm after hearing his knowledge of the laws and the particulars of my cases. I think he had a strong defense for my cases if they had actually went to trial, after negotiations with the prosecuting attorney i took the plea bargain of two misdemeanor charges,all other felony charges dismissed,and no jail time. I think this deal came about from Mr. Healy's track record and his in depth investigations into the cases, so that being said,in my opinion i think Timothy Healy is a good lawyer because he kept me informed and was professional throughout the course of my endeavors with the Pierce County superior and municipal court cases. He helped me get these serious charges dismissed and know i can get on with my life.

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Timothy L. Healy's Lawyer Endorsements

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Kris Jensen

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Tim Healy is an outstanding lawyer. I handled a difficult criminal defense case in which Tim represented a co-defendant. He has a great staff and the experience to handle complex criminal defense cases. If you are researching attorneys you should look no further. I endorse this lawyer. Kris Jensen, JensenLegal.com"

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Jason Benjamin

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 08

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. Tim takes every one of his cases very personally. He expects that he will get the very best possible outcome. Prosecutors and Judges have routinely commented on the very high level of preparation Tim does on every single case. He takes the saying, "Success is 1% inspiration and 99% perspiration" literally. Every prosecutor knows they are in for a huge fight when Tim Healy is on the other side."

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Jared Ausserer

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Blake Harris

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 02

Relationship: Co-worker

"Tim's primary goal is to get the best result for each of his clients. He fights for them and works hard to ensure they are represented in the best manner possible."

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Kelly LeBlanc

Criminal defense lawyer | May 05

Relationship: Co-worker

"Tim is an experienced, well respected, and zealous advocate for his clients. It is my pleasure to endorse this lawyer."

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John Cyr

Unknown lawyer | May 04

Relationship: Co-worker

"Tim is a highly experienced and effective litigator. He knows what it takes to get great results for people accused of crimes. I endorse this lawyer."

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Duncan Lewis

Criminal defense lawyer | May 02

Relationship: Co-worker

"The defense of serious criminal charges requires a serious lawyer with the judgment and skills that only come with years of trial experience. Timothy Healy is that lawyer. He gets results. I give him my highest endorsement."

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Hannah Gurewitz

Unknown lawyer | May 02

Relationship: Co-worker

"Tim is an excellent advocate for his clients. He is incredibly knowledgeable and experienced in criminal law and I do not hesitate to endorse him."

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Jonathan Moffitt

Sex crime lawyer | Apr 25

Relationship: Co-worker

"Tim is an aggressive advocate and litigator for his clients. I regularly refer criminal defense and sex crimes cases to him because I am confident in the results he will produce."

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Patricia Steele

Domestic violence lawyer | Apr 25

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. Tim is my go-to resource for criminal law matters. He is always someone I can trust for sound advice."

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Sophia Palmer

Sex crime lawyer | Apr 25

Relationship: Co-worker

"Tim is a zealous and effective advocate on behalf of his clients. With over 20 years experience, he is a seasoned trial attorney who gets demonstrated results."

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Myles Johnson

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 08

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Mr. Healy has a well earned reputation for being a top litigation attorney. He offers intelligent and rigorous representation to all of his clients. If you are in need of a serious defense attorney to represent you, then Mr. Healy is the person you should call. I highly recommend Mr. Healy"

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Lucas McWethy

Sex crime lawyer | Nov 08

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Tim Healy is a top tier defense attorney that fights for his clients. His expertise and knowledge of the criminal justice system is second to none. I endorse this Lawyer."

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Carrie Fulton-Brown

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 24

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Martha Mclaughlin

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Healy is an exceptional attorney that is always confident and articulate in court and with his clients. He is always professional and courteous towards his colleagues, and a pleasure to know. I endorse Mr. Healy."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | May 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Timothy. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Scott Moriarity

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Tim is a great attorney who handles the toughest cases with expertise and gets great results for his clients."

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Kenneth Matejka

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 17

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Natalie Durflinger

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have seen this attorney in court many times. He fights for his clients and gets great results. I strongly endorse this attorney."

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James Oliver

Litigation lawyer | Feb 01

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I have practiced with Mr. Healy in Pierce County for over a decade. He is an exceptional attorney and his reputation reflects that fact. Mr. Healy recently went head to head in a weeks long civil trial with my former law partner and did an excellent job for his client. He was very, very prepared for trial and advocated vigorously and capably in a difficult case. I highly recommend Mr. Healy."

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Joshua Bruner

Criminal defense lawyer

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Connor Jepson

Criminal defense lawyer

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Jared Ausserer

Criminal defense lawyer

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Elissa Brine

Criminal defense lawyer

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Jonathan Moffitt

Family lawyer

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Patricia Steele

Family lawyer

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Duncan Lewis

Criminal defense lawyer

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Kelly LeBlanc

Family lawyer

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Hannah Gurewitz

Family lawyer

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Sophia Palmer

Family lawyer

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Lucas McWethy

Criminal defense lawyer

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Myles Johnson

Criminal defense lawyer

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John Cyr

Criminal defense lawyer

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David Bustamante

Criminal defense lawyer

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Scott Moriarity

Criminal defense lawyer

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Natalie Durflinger

Unknown lawyer

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James Oliver

Criminal defense lawyer

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Kris Jensen

Criminal defense lawyer

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Ephraim Benjamin

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.9 (Superb)

Honors

2016

Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

10 Best for Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys

2016

A+ Rating, BBB

2015

Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell

2013

Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell

2012

Leaders in Criminal Defense, Newsweek

2012

Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell

2011

Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell

2010

Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

1995 - Present

Partner, Vindicate Criminal Law Group

1994 - 1995

Judicial Assistant, Hon. Judge Frederick B. Hayes, Pierce County Superior Court

1983 - 1987

United States Marine, Marine Corps

Associations

1995 - Present

Washington State Bar Association

Member

1995 - Present

United States District Court for the Western District of Washington

Admitted to Practice

1995 - Present

United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit

Admitted to Practice

National Child Abuse Defense & Resource Center

Member

King County Bar Association

Member

Tacoma Pierce County Bar Association, Criminal Law Section

Member

Washington Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Child Molestation - Dismissed

Dismissal

Child Molestation First Degree Reduced To Misdemeanor With No Jail

Class A felony reduced to misdemeanor with no jail

Rape - Facing 10 Years Reduced To Misdemeanor

Class A felony reduced to misdemeanor

Criminal No Contact Order Violation - Dismissed

Dismissal

Rape Of A Child - Dismissed

Dismissal

Child Molestation - No Charges Filed

No charges filed

Felony Assault And Witness Tampering - Not Guilty Verdict(s)

Not guilty verdict(s)

Child Molestation - Facing 17 years, Reduced To Misdemeanor

Misdemeanor - 0 Jail

Felony Assault - Multiple Counts - Not Guilty Verdict(s)

Not Guilty Verdict(s)

Ten Years To Life Reduced To Forty Days

Ten years to life reduced to forty days

Assault And Interfering With Reporting 911 - Not Guilty Verdict(s)

Not guilty verdict(s)

Rape - Not Guilty Verdict

Not guilty verdict

Assault - Not Guilty Verdict

Not guilty verdict

Child Molestation - Not Guilty Verdict

Not guilty verdict

Assault And Interfering With Reporting 911 - Not Guilty Verdict(s)

Not guilty verdict(s)

First Degree Burglary And Indecent Liberties - Not Guilty Verdict(s)

Not guilty verdict(s)

First Degree Robbery - Not Guilty Verdict

Not guilty verdict

SSOSA Revocation - No Prison, Dismissed

Dismissal

Felony Assault - Hung Jury

No Conviction

Court Martial, Sexual Assault - Not Guilty

Not Guilty Verdict

27 Years To Life - Reduced To No Jail

27 Years To Life - Reduced To No Jail

Felony "Strike" Offense - Not Guilty Verdict

Not Guitly Verdict

Assault Of A Child - No Charges Filed

No charges filed

Felony Assault - Dismissed

Dismissal

Child Molestation - No Charges Filed

No Charges Filed

Assault, Domestic Violence - Not Guilty Verdict

Not Guilty Verdict

Seven Counts Violating No Contact Order And One Count Of Harassment - Not Guilty Verdict(s)

Not guilty verdict(s)

Child Molestation - No Charges Filed

No Charges Filed

Felony Assault - Dismissed

Dismissal

Domestic Violence - Dismissed

Dimissal

Rape Of A Child First Degree, Child Molestation First Degree - Dismissed

Dismissal

Unlawful Imprisonment, Felony - Dismissed

Dismissal

Assault Of A Child - Dismissed

Dismissal

Assault, Domestic Violence - Dismissed

Dismissal

Child Molestation - Dismissed

Dismissal

Assault - Dismissed

Dismissal

Child Molestation - Dismissed

Dismissal

Assault With A Deadly Weapon - Dismissed

Dismissal

Child Molestation - Dismissed

Dismissal

Assault - Dismissed

Dismissal

Child Molestation - Dismissed

Dismissal

Child Molestation - Dismissed

Dismissal

Rape Of A Child And Child Molestation - Dismissed

Dismissal

Assault And Harassment - Dismissed

Dismissal

Assault - Dismissed

Dismissal

Rape Of A Child And Child Molestation - Dismissed

Dismissal

"Two Strike" Case - No Charges Filed

No charges filed

Rape Of A Child And Child Molestation - No Charges Filed

No charges filed

Rape Of A Child - No Charges Filed

No charges filed

Child Molestation - No Charges Filed

No charges filed

Child Molestation - No Charges Filed

No charges filed

Failure To Register - No Charges Filed

No charges filed

Assault Of A Child - Dismissed

Dismissal

Assault And Interfering With Reporting To 911 - Dismissed

Dismissal

First Degree Robbery - Dismissed

Dismissal

Rape Of A Child And Child Molestation - Dismissed

Dismissal

Assault Of A Child - Dismissed

Dismissal

"Two Strikes" Case - Dismissed

Dismissal

Assault And No Contact Order Violation - Not Guilty Verdict

Not guilty verdict; Dismissal

Assault - Not Guilty Verdict

Not guilty verdict

DUI - Not Guilty Verdict

Not guilty verdict

Unlawful Display Of A Firearm - Not Guilty Verdict

Not guilty verdict

Assault And Harassment - Not Guilty Verdict(s)

Not guilty verdict(s)

Assault - Not Guilty Verdict

Not guilty verdict

Assault - Not Guilty Verdict

Not guilty verdict

Assault And Harassment - Not Guilty Verdict(s)

Not guilty verdict(s)

Assault, Harassment, Witness Tampering, Intimidating A Public Servant - Not Guilty Verdict(s)

Not guitly verdict(s)

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Education

2007

University of Virginia Trial Advocacy College

1995

Seattle University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1992

University of Washington -Seattle

BA

Speaking Engagements

2007

Trial Advocacy College

Jury Trial

Publications

1996

Just News Criminal Defense

Languages

English

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