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Biography
As a former prosecutor for King County, I have years of experience in the courtroom and trying difficult cases. I believe in keeping you informed about all facets involving your case and fighting tirelessly for my clients. I provide a free 30 minute consultation.
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The number one goal of Scudder Law Firm is client satisfaction and case success.
The number one goal of Scudder Law Firm is client satisfaction and case success.
The number one goal of Scudder Law Firm is client satisfaction and case success.
The number one goal of Scudder Law Firm is client satisfaction and case success.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Domestic Violence
30%
Less than 1 year
Sex Crime
30%
Less than 1 year
Violent Crime
20%
Less than 1 year
Criminal Defense
15%
Less than 1 year
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2020
Licenses
Licensed in Washington for 18 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 2007
No misconduct found
Location
Law Office of Michelle M. Scudder, PLLC
705 Second Avenue, Suite 1111, Seattle, WA, 98104
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Michelle Marie Scudder's Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | January 10, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Good service and personal attention
I hired Michelle after being charged with a felony. Long story short she helped work out a deal to reduce the charge to a misdemeanor. I always worked directly with her and even had follow up help from her on issues I had to deal with after the trial.
Posted by Conrad | February 22, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
She helped my son prove his innocence!
Selecting Michelle and Zach to defend my son against 1st degree Assault and Burglary charges was the best decision that I have ever made. During a 2 week trial, their display of reason, logic, facts, evidence, consideration, and basic human decency, while defending my son, was of the highest caliber...
Posted by Kay | December 10, 2014 | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
All around star
Although Michelle’s main practice area is criminal defense, she has represented me and my husband for various traffic infractions over the years and has had every ticket dismissed. Compared to the serious legal issues many of her other clients were facing, she never made us feel like our cases were ...
Posted by Don | October 25, 2013 | Criminal Defense
From day 1, Michelle eased my mind.
Michelle attentively listened to my case and offered a straightforward process to deal with it. Not only did that ease my mind, it provided the blueprint for handling my case in a straightforward manner. Michelle kept up with internal workings of the prosecutor's office and continually kept me info...
Posted by William Mezger | January 17, 2013 | Criminal Defense
Excellent representation for a traffic offense
Ms. Scudder represented my wife against a misdemeanor charge of leaving the scene of an accident. She negotiated effectively with the prosecution, obtained needed information from the complaining party and secured an excellent result, a dismissal. Ms. Scudder was more than competent, though. She d...
Michelle Marie Scudder's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Michelle for several years and have seen in court countless times. I have always come away impressed with her knowledge of the law, courtroom presence, and legal skills. To put it simply she is an excellent trial attorney that gets great results for her clients. I would highly and gladly recommend her in any criminal matter."
"Michelle Scudder goes above and beyond for her clients. In drawing on her experience as a King County Prosecutor, she is able to effectively identify and expose a case's weak point. She is comfortable in a courtroom and well respected by judges, attorneys and jurors."
"Michelle is a dedicated and creative attorney. She is liked and well respected by her colleagues and her adversaries. You will not go wrong if you hire her."
"Michelle is a very experienced trial attorney with all the right skills to zealously defend her client's constitutional rights. Michelle possesses the rare talent of being both an aggressive advocate in the courtroom, while remaining highly respected by the judges and the prosecutors for her ethical and thoughtful handling of her cases. If you are looking to retain a criminal defense attorney, rest assured that you would be in great hands with Michelle!"
"I worked with Michelle on several matters while she worked for the King County Prosecutor's Office and found her to be a formidable adversary. She distinguished herself by her thoughtfulness, independence, and skill in the courtroom. Michelle has an excellent sense of the strengths and weaknesses of her cases and a strategic vision that exceeds her peers. She now brings her considerable talents to bear in defense of those accused. It is my pleasure to endorse Michelle."
"I worked with Michelle in the Prosecutor's office, and know her to be a dligent and extremely trustworthy lawyer. I have no doubt that her clients will be in excellent hands."
"I have handled many cases with Michelle, first when she was a deputy prosecutor in King County District Court and then as a supervisor for the same office. I believe that Michelle will make a seemless transition from the prosecutor's office to criminal defense and immigration law. She has many years of knowledge under her belt of how the prosecutor's office manages their office and how they look at cases which she will be able to now apply to her own practice in defending clients. Combining this experience with her knowledge of the law and her personality makes Michelle someone I would recommend without hesitation."
"I've had first hand experience working alongside Michelle both at the prosecutor's office and now as a criminal defense attorney. Michelle is a smart, talented attorney who approaches each case carefully and methodically, leaving no stone unturned in her effort to achieve the best results possible for her clients. If the case ends up going to trial, one cannot be in better hands than Michelle's. Her trial experience and abilities are well-known in the legal community and she has no shortage of fans in the defense bar, the prosecutor's office, and on the bench due to her hard work, careful preparation, and outstanding litigation skills. In short, you can't go wrong choosing Michelle to represent you."
"I endorse this lawyer. Michelle has been both firm and fair as an opponent. She is smart, talented, hardworking and advocates tirelessly for her clients."
Kristen Murray
Criminal defense lawyer
Teymur Askerov
Criminal defense lawyer
Michelle Will
Criminal defense lawyer
David Gross
Criminal defense lawyer
Matthew Leyba
DUI and DWI lawyer
David Hammerstad
Criminal defense lawyer
Christopher Swaby
Criminal defense lawyer
Experience
Honors
2020
Client's Choice, Avvo
2015
10 Best Criminal Law Attorneys in Washington, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys
2014
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association
2013
Supreme Court Pro Bono Honor Roll, WSBA
2012
Certificate of Completion Defending DUI cases in Washington, WSBA
2008
Certificate of Completion, Washington Association of Prosecuting Attorneys Annual Conference
2005
CALI Award in Torts, Seattle University
Work Experience
2012 - Present
Attorney, The Law Office of Michelle M. Scudder, PLLC
2012 - 2013
Pro Bono Attorney, Northwest Immigrant's Rights Project
2011 - 2012
Supervising Attorney, King County Prosecutor's Office
2007 - 2011
Deputy Prosecuting Attorney, King County Prosecutor's Office
2006 - 2006
Intern, Seattle University Human Rights and Immigration Clinic
2006 - 2007
Rule 9, King County Prosecutor's Office
2001 - 2003
Faculty Member, Criminal Justice Training Commission
Associations
2014 - Present
National Association of Professional WomenMember
2007 - Present
Washington Women Lawyers
2007 - Present
Washington State Bar Association
2005 - 2007
Seattle University Women's Law CaucusBoard Member
2005 - 2006
Immigrant Family Advocacy ProjectBoard Member
Sample of Legal Cases
State v. J.P.
One count was dismissed mid-trial after a motion hearing and jury acquitted client on all remaining counts after less than 2 hours of deliberation.
State. V. J.H.
Client acquitted after jury trial finding that he acted in self-defense. State was ordered to pay attorney fees for the case based on the jury's findings.
State v. L. G.
At trial, the jury acquitted on all counts.
City of Bellevue v. N.S.
Dismissed
King County v. W.L.
Dismissed
City of Lynnwood v. S.M.
Dismissed
In re: H.C.H
Client granted cancellation of removal and legal permanent status
Education
2007
Seattle University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2001
University of Washington
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2004
Team 3
Working with Battered Immigrant Victims
2003
Team 3
Domestic Violence Cases
Publications
2009
Seattle PI
Article Seattle PI
Languages
Spanish
English
Activity
Legal Answers