Braden Pence

Braden Pence

5.0
Rating: 8.8

Licensed for 15 years

Civil rights Lawyer at Seattle, WA
Practice Areas: Civil Rights, Personal Injury, Criminal Defense, Appeals

705 Second Ave, Suite 1500, Seattle, WA

About Braden

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Civil Rights 80%

Police brutality, misconduct. First Amendment rights.

80%
Appeals 5%

Washington State courts.

5%
Criminal Defense 5%

State and Federal courts.

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Contingency

33%-40%


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Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 15 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 2011

Active

No misconduct found

Location

MacDonald Hoague and Bayless

705 Second Ave, Suite 1500, Seattle, WA, 98104

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Braden Pence's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

6 Client Reviews

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Posted by Steven E | June 29, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Gun Law

Overall great person especially for a lawyer! ;) j/k

Lawyers tend to get a bad wrap yes even defense attorneys. Braden represented me on two overlapping cases and never made me feel any kind of way. He probably could tell from my face that i already felt the full embarrassing weight of having to come to him with the added burden of another case whilst ...litigating the first....despite us not seeing eye to eye politically he still defended my second amendment rights and even got my firearm returned to me. Which i thought would never happen and was very satisfying to go down to city hall and receive my gun back. Even though the crooked Marysville cops still have my magazine and holster for some very strange reason I'm proud to say my firearm remains in my possession. Braden, throughout the two years he represented me always made sure i was on time and informed about what time and where I needed to be and despite not having seen an end to my Marysville drama still give Mr. Pence a 5 star review. He's a great guy and so extremely well respected in the community that if you pick him for some reason get priority treatment from even the worst judges/prosecutors and never have to worry about sitting and waiting for your name to get called in alphabetical order. i'm sure many lawyers are granted that respect its just a really cool feeling to know that you are being represented by a winner like Braden one of the best. Also just so its known just because I couldn't jump through the ridiculous b/s that the Marysville court requires of a person that is gainfully employed and living an otherwise productive tax paying lifestyle doesn't take away from the great job he will do for anyone he represents. Pick Braden and you wont regret it I never have.

Posted by Giles | June 07, 2013 | DUI & DWI

Excellent Defense Lawyer

I was very fortunate to have Braden represent me in my DUI case in Snohomish County. Thanks to his hard work and knowledge, the result was a full dismissal. He kept me updated on the status of my case, was clear on the potential benefits and consequences of all my legal courses of action and ultimate...ly helped me get all charges dropped. Throughout the entire proceeding, I felt confident in his ability and advice. Braden's an excellent lawyer and I highly recommend him.

Posted by Rick | March 20, 2012 | Criminal Defense

First Amendment rights successfully defended

Braden Pence successfully represented me on a charge by the Seattle Police Department of "Excessive Use of Horn". The charge was related to my honking my car's horn in a display of approval of the Occupy Seattle encampment as I drove by it. Braden was able to convince the prosecutor to drop the cha...rge, prior to trial, on the basis that my 1st Amendment free speech rights had been violated by the SPD.

Posted by MEGAN | March 15, 2012

OPEN, HONEST AND GREAT TO WORK WITH!

I had an excellent experience working with Braden and have recommended him to several friends and colleagues. He was open, honest and compassionate. I felt he really heard me and my needs and was really working for an solution that was in my best interest. Having Braden by my side during that real...ly stressful and uncertain time was a huge relief. I have nothing but good things to say about working with him.

Posted by anonymous | March 14, 2012

Extremely thorough and professional

Extremely professional and communicative. Excellent results in a very short amount of time. I feel both that I now have an excellent attorney I can trust but also some one who I view as a friend.

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Braden Pence's Lawyer Endorsements

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Kjersti Stroup

Appeals lawyer | Oct 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Braden. He’s an asset to the legal community, and his thoughtfulness, diligence, and calm demeanor is appreciated in his client and attorney relationships."

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Sean Cecil

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Braden is a bright young lawyer and dedicated to public interest concerns! I recommend his services without hesitation."

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Stefanie Dorn

Unknown lawyer | Nov 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I've known Braden since school and he has been consistently dedicated to defending the Constitution. He takes on hard cases, and he wins them. He cares deeply for his clients and their rights."

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Aaron Pelley

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 21

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I worked with Braden in a co-defendant case and found that he was personable, professional and astute. He is a strong and zealous advocate for his clients and a credit to the legal profession. I endorse him without hesitation."

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David Martin

Litigation lawyer

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Aaron Pelley

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.8 (Excellent)

Honors

2015

Champion of Justice, Washington Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

2014

Certificate of Recognition, Washington Defender Association

Work Experience

2022 - Present

Attorney, MacDonald Hoague & Bayless

2016 - 2022

Trial Lawyer, Mazzone Law Firm

2012 - 2016

Public Defender, Snohomish County Public Defender Association

2011 - 2012

Managing Partner, Law Office of Braden Pence

2010 - 2011

Law Clerk to the Honorable Thomas J. Wynne, Snohomish County Superior Court

2010 - 2010

Legal Intern, King County Prosecuting Attorney's Office

2009 - 2009

Legal Intern, Snohomish County Prosecuting Attorney's Office

2008 - 2008

Legal Intern, Morrow Kidman Tinker & Pence

2008 - 2008

Legal Intern, Municipality Of Anchorage

2005 - 2006

Legal Assistant, Law Office of Christopher Pence

Associations

Washington Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Washington Defender Association

Sample of Legal Cases

Freedom of Press

Dismissal of criminal charges

Freedom to Assemble

Restraining order issued, clients' rights vindicated

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Education

2010

Seattle University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2005

Grinnell College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2017

Filming the Fossil Fuel Resistance The First Amendment for Filmmakers

Languages

English

Spanish

Activity

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