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Biography
Seattle DUI Attorney Aaron Wolff limits his practice to the defense of DUI's and other serious traffic offenses. He is a graduate of the National College of DUI Defense, the DRE Drug Evaluation classification overview program and is a NHTSA qualified administrator of the Standardized Field Sobriety Tests. In 2004, Mr. Wolff completed the BAC Datamaster training program at National Patent's Datamaster manufacturing facility in Mansfield, Ohio.
Aaron is involved in the legal community as well. He is the former Chair of the Washington Bar Association Criminal Law Section. He is also a member of the National College for DUI Defense, Washington Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers and Washington Foundation for Criminal Justice. Aaron has also been a featured speaker at the Annual Defending DUI's seminar.
DUI lawyer Aaron Wolff is recognized throughout the state as a leader in the field. He has gained an excellent reputation for his trial advocacy. He is always readily available for his clients and is attentive to their concerns.
An arrest for DUI is overwhelming. Aaron's achievements in the courtroom as well as his passion for his client's interests have lead to numerous, outstanding reviews.
Seattle DUI defense attorney with extraordinary client reviews and over two decades of experience.
Former Prosecutor. Recognized Leader In DUI Defense. 200 Amazing Reviews. Call For Free Consultation.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
DUI and DWI
95%
26 years | 1,800 cases
Criminal Defense
5%
26 years | 200 cases
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Licenses
Licensed in Washington for 26 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 1999
No misconduct found
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Posted by Savannah | March 26, 2026 | Hired Attorney
10/10 Experience
Aaron is a great lawyer, I cannot recommend him enough! He helped me through a process that was embarrassing, intimidating and daunting. He made the process as painless as it could be, gave me advice and recommendations throughout the whole thing, and in the end got me the most favorable outcome poss...
Posted by anonymous | July 11, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Must Hire!!
I can’t thank Aaron enough for the exceptional representation and support throughout my case. From the very beginning, he was professional, knowledgeable, & genuinely cared about my situation. Being my first charge, he took the time to explain everything clearly, answered all my questions, and kept ...
Posted by anonymous | January 25, 2024 | Hired Attorney
Highly Recommend Aaron!!
From the moment I called Aaron, I knew I wanted him as my Lawyer. Aaron was prompt to respond, provided me with the information I needed for my situation, answered all my questions, and was extremely empathetic towards what I was going through. From start to finish, Aaron was with me every step of th...
Posted by anonymous | December 05, 2023 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
Second DUI to Reckless Driving
In 2021 I got my second DUI. In Washington State this has become a much bigger deal - so I used a lawyer I was unfamiliar with who had gotten a family friend out of a very ugly DUI situation. That lawyer was Aaron Wolff. The process took well over two years with me slowly mentally preparing for defer...
Posted by Ken | February 27, 2023 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
Aaron is fantastic!
My experience with Aaron was fantastic. being charged with a DUI can be a petty scary and overwhelming experience. Aaron's knowledge and experience were obvious from the start. He was able to provide knowledge on what I should expect and actions I should take pre-emptively to have the best possible o...
Aaron James Wolff's Lawyer Endorsements
"I could not endorse a lawyer any more highly. Aaron is talented, knowledgable, ethical and most importantly, effective. If I was arrested for DUI, I would hire him."
"I have known Aaron since he first started practicing law. He excels advocating for his clients. He is honest, hard working and well respected by peers, prosecutors and judges. I have referred Aaron cases in the past and would recommend him to anyone that needs a good attorney."
"I initially encountered Aaron when he presented at the annual DUI Defense CLE for his fellow DUI attorneys. I was impressed with his knowledge of the DUI landscape and his commitment to his clients at that time. Recently I was able to meet Aaron and get to know his work first-hand. He did not disappoint. I would recommend Aaron to any individual looking for competent, compassionate counsel charged with DUI in the Puget Sound area."
"I endorse this lawyer. Talented. Experienced. Successful."
"I've had the pleasure of working with Aaron Wolff for over ten years, first as a prosecutor and now as a contemporary. He is extremely skilled in criminal law and in DUI/DWI offenses in particular. He does an excellent job for his clients and is someone I highly recommend."
"I highly endorse this lawyer. Mr. Wolff is a very knowledgeable and highly experienced DUI defense attorney. If you want the best DUI representation, you cannot go wrong with Mr. Wolff."
"Mr. Wolff is a very experienced attorney who often contributes to very complicated areas of the law on AVVO."
"Aaron is the real deal when it comes to DUI defense. DUI’s are a highly technical specialty of criminal defense and require a skilled and knowledgable advocate to obtain the best possible results for clients. As you can see by all the outstanding client reviews of Aaron, he truly is an expert. I have known Aaron for several years and can say that he is an extremely compassionate and very hardworking lawyer who truly cares about his clients. His negotiation and trial skills are second to none and and I give him my highest endorsement."
"I endorse this lawyer. One of the top DUI attorney's in the King County."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Aaron since law school and he is recognized as one of the top DUI criminal defense lawyers in the industry."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer, I have watched him for years and have never been less than impressed with Aaron's skills in the courtroom or his interactions with his clients. He is brilliant and warm, a great combination in a lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Aaron is a champion to the accused and fights relentlessly for his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. Aaron Wolff deservedly has gained a national reputation in the field of DUI defense, and certainly deserves that reputation. I recommend him without reservation."
"Aaron is a great advocate. Not only is he a very personable human being, his clients really respect him for his hard work and dedication to their cases. Because of this hard work he obtains excellent results for his clients."
"Aaron Wolff is a creative and resourceful attorney with great experience. He is a fully charged, capable advocate for anyone facing a DUI charge in Washington State."
"Aaron Wolff is a hard-nosed litigator. As an attorney, I can say that he is definitely on my short-list of lawyers who I would allow to represent me if I ever needed help!"
"Aaron is simply one of the best DUI lawyers in the State. Aaron has the rare ability to use both legal knowledge and personal relationships to secure the best possible results for his DUI clients. I highly recommend him to anyone considering a DUI attorney in Washington state."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I'm happy to endorse Aaron. As a former prosecutor, I have been his opposing counsel on several cases. He is able to spot the issues that matter and the defenses that work. Not only that, but he's a pleasure to work with. Prosecutors respect him and DUI defense colleagues look up to him."
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Experience
Honors
2016
2016 Client's Choice Award, Avvo
2015
2015 Client's Choice Award in DUI/DWI, AVVO
2014
2014 Client's Choice Award in DUI/DWI, Avvo
2014
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers
2013
2013 Client's Choice Award in DUI/DWI, Avvo
2012
2012 Client's Choice Award in DUI/DWI, Avvo
2010
President's Award, Stroum Jewish Community Center of Greater Seattle
2007
2007 Who's Who in DUI/DWI Law, Washington Law & Politics Magazine
Work Experience
2008 - Present
Principal, Aaron J Wolff Defense
2008 - 2013
Of Counsel, Cowan Kirk Gaston
2007 - 2008
Partner, Hayne & Wolff Law Firm
2003 - 2007
Attorney, Law Firm of Stephen Hayne
2002 - 2003
Attorney, Law Office of Aaron J. Wolff
2000 - 2001
Associate, Kenyon Disend
Associations
2009 - Present
Cardozo Society of Washington StateAdvisory Committee
2008 - Present
Washington Foundation for Criminal JusticeMember
2006 - Present
Washington State Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2002 - Present
Washington Association of Criminal Defense AttorneysMember
2002 - Present
National College of DUI DefenseMember
1999 - Present
Washington State Bar AssociationMember
2012 - 2013
Washington State Bar Association, Criminal Law SectionChair
2010 - 2010
WSBA Criminal Law SectionSecretary/Treasurer
2008 - 2014
Washington State Bar Association, Criminal Law SectionExecutive Committee
2008 - 2009
Washington State Bar AssociationCo-chair of The 16th Annual Criminal Justice Institute
2007 - 2008
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2006 - 2011
Citizens for Judicial ExcellenceExecutive Board Member
1994 - 1995
Pi Sigma Alpha (Politcal Science Honorary Society)Member
Education
2004
Walden, Platt and Associates
2004
National Patent Analytical Systems
BAC DataMaster and Basic Science Of Evidential Breath Testing
2003
La Pier and Associates
Quaified Administrator of Standardized Field Sobriety Tests
2002
National College for DUI Defense
1999
Seattle University School of Law
Juris Doctorate (cum laude)
1995
Emory University
Speaking Engagements
2014
Annual DUI Seminar
The DOL Hearing: The long shot battle to win the war
2009
Defending DUI's Seminar
DOL Maze and IIL Quagmire
2007
Annual DUI Seminar
The Jury Insight Project: Applying the California Study to Washington
Languages
English