Leah Rachel Altaras

Leah Rachel Altaras

5.0
Rating: 4.5

Licensed for 18 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Seattle, WA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, Litigation ... +4 more

701 5th Avenue, Ste. 4200, Seattle, WA

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2024
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About Leah

Biography

Practice Areas

7

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 66%

18 years | 500 cases

66%
Family 10%

18 years | 20 cases

10%
Litigation 10%

18 years | 20 cases

10%
Administrative Law 5%

18 years | 25 cases

5%
Car Accident 5%

13 years | 4 cases

5%
Employment and Labor 3%

13 years | 7 cases

3%
Consumer Protection 1%

13 years | 2 cases

1%

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Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 18 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 2007

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Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2024

Location

Altaras Law PLLC

701 5th Avenue, Ste. 4200, Seattle, WA, 98104-2385

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Leah Rachel Altaras's Reviews

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7 Client Reviews

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Posted by Gayle | November 13, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

She is amazing and understands pain

I was very LUCKY to find her and having had a bad experience before I read her resume and was very impressed. I also have had a positive experience with 3 Attorneys in the distant past so for me it was how hard she tried. I was in the most VULNERABLE position of my 75 years as I'm 3/4 of a century ...old and was about to have a HIP Replacement Operation in 2 Days of this subpeana and then have my left shoulder replaced after that so my body was speaking my words She overlooked my stupid words and realized this lady is old and she is a victim and about to have 2 serious operations. I so wished she would have been able to help me with my Shoreline case but she has to care for her cute new ;little person , He is a lucky boy. I'm a lucky old lady to have known her and hired her and she hardly charged anything

Posted by anonymous | August 5, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Client

I recommend Leah Altaras , on every social post I see on social media in regards to anything they’re going through. Leah is an Advocate for righting wrongs, I met her as a Prosecuting Attorney, and when my life was altered in an MVA I called Her for advice, and she was willing to take on my Pers...onal Injury case. I was compensated by the other guys insurance the maximum amount as well as my own under insured coverage. At about 80% recovery, after a year of Physical Therapy, I was hit again, MVA. Compounded injuries, a tough fight, but Leah has that “fight” in Her, as do I, and we recovered well, in the 2nd MVA case as well. She also has consulted with Me over many various concerns I’ve had. I highly recommend Leah Altaras for all of Your legal concerns.

Posted by Deja | July 26, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Great Family Attorney & Legal Advocate!

Leah is my family’s attorney, legal advocate, & #1 referral to my clients seeking legal advice. She is professional, hard working, kind natured & a great communicator. I rely on Leah for legal advice to make sure my small business successful & my children are supported. Thank you Leah!

Posted by Melissa | July 25, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Leah Was My Secret Weapon During the Hardest Time of My Life (hired her for DVPO, Divorce, & Landlord-Tenant Nightmares)

Leah came highly recommended by another lifesaving attorney I had worked with prior and we began working together over a year ago. These are some of the highlights you can expect working with her: 1) She jumps right in. While many attorneys want all this pomp and circumstance before actually getti...ng started, Leah provided immediate value prior to my check even clearing. 2) She's highly creative. In law, everything is about strategy and Leah is so creatively strategic, the other party will never see it coming. 3) She makes herself available. While many attorneys have office staff and paralegals doing much of the work, Leah is a highly experienced attorney willing to actually answer her phone and texts. 4) She's flexible. There were times where things would change on a dime or my funds would dry up, yet I never ever felt abandoned by her. Even when I had to take my case on myself for a while, she still operated as my secret weapon and willingly taught me the ropes so I could continue to win. 5) She's thorough. Leah doesn't just simply answer the questions...she provides background, context, additional considerations, knowledge on who I'm up against, etc. 6) She's real and has actual empathy. Never once did I feel like just a client or "job." Leah's been through the trenches and sees things from her client's POV with genuine care. It's very hard to find a "real" person these days...she's just that. 7) She's NOT a pushover. Leah doesn't just take the easy path to "get things over with." She's a fighter in the most strategic way and never once suggested I just settle on my demands. Other attorneys I've worked with cared more about making backdoor deals or compromises...not Leah! 8) She's highly respected in the courtroom. Leah runs the show and knows exactly what to say to maintain the upmost respect in front of the court. This is critical to have in an attorney!! 9) She's an incredible person. Even outside of the law, Leah lives an authentic, family-oriented, and down-to-earth life. Her gift seems to be having a work-life balance in a way I've never seen before. 10) She's helped me win! I mean...is there really anything more important than this? Not when safety, financial wellbeing, freedom, and our children are on the line! I literally feel that her work has truly saved my life with everything I had at stake. When you need a fierce, competent, hard-working attorney to make you their number 1 for a while, it's truly invaluable to find an attorney like Leah. I know I sound like a broken record with positivity...but that's only because I've had such bad experiences with other attorneys before. So when I find an excellent one, I want to shout it from the rooftops because I truly, wholeheartedly believe in justice...and that's exactly what Leah has helped me achieve. Thank you for the being the real deal, Leah. Thank you, thank you, thank you.

Posted by James | January 27, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Excellent advice and expertise!

I’ve always had an awesome experience with Leah. Her legal expertise, attention to detail, and dedication to my business and real estate matters have been truly impressive. She navigates the complexities with ease, providing clear communication and strategic guidance. I highly recommend Leah for anyo...ne seeking a reliable and effective legal advocate.

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Leah Rachel Altaras's Lawyer Endorsements

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Stefanie Dorn

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 15

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Leah gets results. Period. She is strong, experienced, brave, and effective. She is not afraid of trial, having been a felony prosecutor for quite some time with numerous trials under her belt. She cares deeply about her clients and fights with passion for their rights."

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Denis Globa

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly endorse Ms. Altaras. She is very knowledgeable in the area of criminal defense. She has personally helped me on finding answers to very specific legal questions. She represents her clients zealously and diligently. I recommend her services with confidence."

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Mario Cava

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 06

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Ms. Altaras has served as opposing counsel in a number of cases in which I served as defense counsel. She provided zealous and effective advocacy on behalf of the people of King County in the juvenile court. She did so with character and compassion. We will miss her."

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Mario Cava

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Experience

Rating:  4.5 (Concern)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2024.

Suspension issued in WA, 2024

updated on 10/01/2024

This means the attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.

Honors

2015

10 Best, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

Work Experience

2012 - Present

Managing Attorney, Altaras Law PLLC

2007 - 2012

Deputy Prosecuting Attorney, King County Prosecutor's Office

2005 - 2007

Rule 9 Legal Intern, King County Prosecutor's Office

2005 - 2007

Rule 9 Legal Intern, City Of Seattle Attorney's Office

Education

2007

University of Washington School of Law

J.D.

2002

University of Washington -Seattle

B.A. Journalism, B.A. American Ethnic Studies

Publications

Languages

English

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