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Cathleen Gormley
also known as Cathy Gormley
About Cathleen
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
70%
29 years | 2,000 cases
Domestic Violence
30%
29 years | 500 cases
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Licensed in Washington for 29 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 1996
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Location
Law Offices of Cathleen Gormley
600 1st Ave Ste 106, Seattle, WA, 98104-2287
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Cathleen Gormley's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 7 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Leontai | November 8, 2021 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Cathleen “The Magician” Gormley
Cathy represented me in a federal case where in most cases unless extraordinary circumstances result in jail time. Cathy used her brilliance and dedication to get me the most favorable outcome as possible. We walked away with a probation only sentence. Cathy is the difference in this unjust system an...
Posted by Stephanie | November 4, 2021 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Simply, the best.
I have hired and worked with a multitude of attorneys over the years, some great, some terrible. Unfortunately, I found myself in a position of needing, for the first time in my life, a criminal attorney. Cathy got me through the very daunting and scary situation of getting, at first, a temporary pr...
Posted by Shontel | November 3, 2021 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Awesome attorney
I can’t say enough how much I appreciate Cathy’s hard work ethic and how she goes above and beyond to get you great results! I have been dealing with the most stressful DV case. I have never been in any trouble and in this case, I felt that I was not listened to or given a chance. I know that it’s an...
Posted by Sandra | December 12, 2014
Exceeded expectations
Cathy was the attorney for our son (who has fetal alcohol syndrome and other mental limitations) for a sexual offense case that required a great deal of research and advocacy to resolve. In addition to her impressive legal knowledge and skills, her ability to establish trust and communication with o...
Posted by james | December 10, 2014
Most Thorough & Conscientious Lawyer in the State and also a Genius
If you want Smart then you should look no further. Ms. Gormley has repeatedly given me the most complete guidance through complex legal matters while always keeping my goals and best interests at heart. She has helped me off and on over the course of her entire 18 year career. She always provides ...
Cathleen Gormley's Lawyer Endorsements
"Ms. Gormley is an exceptional attorney. I got to know her when I was a prosecutor and always found she was very well prepared and creative with her arguments. I highly recommend her."
"Cathy is tenacious, whip- smart and a wonderful and compassionate person. This rare combination of qualities puts her in the masterclass in our field. I recommend Cathy as a fantastic criminal defense attorney."
"I have known Cathleen for more than 15 years. As an attorney that has litigated many many cases with attorney Cathleen on the opposing side, I can say that she is smart, thoughtful and resourceful in all aspects of a case. It is obvious that she cares about her clients and works hard for results. She has extensive experience in the courtroom and a track record of success defending clients. I endorse and highly recommend this attorney."
"Cathy has been a formidable presence in the criminal defense bar in King County for many years. She is a highly effective advocate for her clients and a powerful voice in the defense community. Her clients benefit from her talent, smarts and courage. I recommend her unconditionally."
"I strongly endorse Cathy. I went to law school with Cathy and have worked with her both as opposing counsel when I was a prosecutor and seeking her advice and support as a defense attorney. She is an excellent attorney and highly respected in the legal community in the Puget Sound region."
"Cathy Gormley is a wonderful attorney because she is a kind and thoughtful person. That combined with her brilliant mind makes for a formidable lawyer. She brings her full faculties, above and beyond her excellent legal acumen, to the service of her clients."
"I have known Cathleen Gormley professionally for several years and I can say from personal experience that she is a very skilled criminal defense attorney. She has a very analytical mind and looks at a legal issue as a challenge, not as an obstacle. I don't know a lawyer who is more hard-working and dedicated to her clients' cases than Ms. Gormley. Somebody accused of a crime could not be in better hands. I endorse this lawyer."
"Cathy Gormley is an excellent attorney. She is tenacious and has the intellect and perseverance to handle complex cases with complex issues. She is a tireless advocate for her clients. I have known Ms. Gormley for over 10 years and would not hesitate to refer a client to her."
"Cathy is dedicated, tenacious and relentless. She will give you 100% of her energies."
"I have known Cathy for approximately ten years and she is one of the most dedicated and thorough lawyers I have known. We represented codefendants in a serious felony case and her compassion for her client and dedication to pursuing all available avenues for his defense was extraordinary. I am proud to endorse Cathy."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have had the pleasure of working with Cathy for at least the last 10 years and her advocacy for her criminal clients has been fantastic."
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Experience
Honors
1996
Merit Scholarship, Seattle University School of Law
1995
Merit Scholarship, Seattle University School of Law
Work Experience
2008 - Present
Attorney, Cathy Gormley PLLC
2007 - 2008
Attorney, Law Offices Of Jeffrey H. Smith
1997 - 2006
Senior Public Defender, Associated Counsel for the Accused
Associations
2013 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2008 - Present
Washington Association of Criminal Defense AttorneysMember
Sample of Legal Cases
State v. J.M.K.
State reduced to two misdemeanors with credit for time served.
State v. M.D.
State declined to file charges
State v. T.J.
dismissed
State v. S.A.
reduced to a misdemeanor
Education
1996
Seattle University
JD - Juris Doctor cum laude
1995
Cornell Law School Summer Paris Program
Speaking Engagements
2014
National Public Defender Training
Trial Advocacy
2014
Hot Topics in Criminal Defense
Aggravating Factors and Sentencing
2014
Handling a Complex Federal Case
Investigating a Criminal Case Abroad
2012
Ohio Public Defender Cross Examination Program
Cross Examination
2010
National Public Defender Training
Trial Advocacy
2010
Federal Defender CJA
Challenging Relevant Conduct in an Evidentiary Hearing
2009
King County Public Defender Trial Advocacy Program
Trial Advocacy
2008
King County Public Defender Trial Advocacy Program
Trial Advocacy
Languages
French