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Robert Flennaugh II

4.9
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 28 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Seattle, WA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Juvenile, White Collar Crime

810 3rd Ave Ste 500, Seattle, WA

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Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 28 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 1997

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Law Offices of Robert Flennaugh II

810 3rd Ave Ste 500, Seattle, WA, 98104-1619

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Robert Flennaugh II's Reviews

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4.9 /5.0

8 Client Reviews

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Posted by Nicole | September 5, 2023 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Top-notch!

I wholeheartedly recommend R. Flennaugh! He came HIGHLY recommended by a couple of close friends. Even other attorneys spoke well of him. I watched courtrooms in 2 different municipalities show RF so much respect by him simply walking in the room. He's your guy! I interviewed several other attorneys... to represent my family member and decided on Robert. From our initial conversation he made me feel confident in his knowledge of the law. He was relatable and personable. He was honest, straightforward about possible outcomes and was GREAT at communicating. His fees were comparable to other reputable defense attorneys.  My family member was exonerated because of Robert's relentless hard work. He stayed on the procesecuting attorney's office for any/all discovery, requiring them to review evidence, body camera, dashboard footage that the prosecutor didn't even bother to consider reviewing before bringing charges. Robert was so skillful in pointing out the deception and false reporting by 2 different law enforcement agencies. All this without having to go to trial.  He was always a good stuart of our money, checking in with us and letting us know prior to spending against the retainer.  It's refreshing to see someone genuinely on their clients side, looking out for their absolute best interests and invested in their continue success even after the case was dismissed. He's a Rockstar!

Posted by Peter | February 15, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Outstanding Representation

My son is a college student who was recently served with a Petition for an Order for Protection - Harassment (PTORAH). The petitioner made multiple false allegations and was granted a Temporary Protection Order. Mr. Flennaugh was a phenomenal advocate, providing steady advice and helpful explanation...s of this confusing process. As our family has no previous history of litigation experience, we relied entirely on his wise guidance in preparing my son's defense. Mr. Flennaugh represented my son in court and the case was dismissed. I cannot speak more highly of this individual - professional, experienced, thorough, and sagacious.

Posted by Sally | January 22, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Highly Recommend

We hired Robert Flennaugh to represent a family member in Federal court on drug trafficking charges. Initially we met with a higher profile lawyer who required a $100K set fee. The other lawyer postured, saying “trust me” and reminding me of his famous thug clients while not explaining possible s...trategies and options. We started our search again. A friend in local government talked to bar leadership and the public prosecutor’s office and Robert Flennaugh was highly recommended by his peers. At our first meeting we were impressed with his clear communication style and walked away with an overview of the entire process and confidence in his representation. When we discussed the option of public defenders he told us the pros and cons of that route and was not dismissive of their work. We were able to hire him at an hourly rate and the total bill was close to his estimate. Robert was a clear communicator, accessible, effective and a pleasure to work with in a horrible situation. He explored creative strategies to get the charges dismissed. While the case was not dismissed, the outcome was better than we could have hoped.

Posted by Ryan | May 7, 2015

Best Lawyer I have ever hired

Robert is the man! hands down the best lawyer I have ever hired, not just because of the results also his interaction with his client & it isn't all about time and money. One word that explains my case.....DISMISSED

Posted by anonymous | November 4, 2012

I would definitely hire Robert again

I hired Robert to handle a misdemeanor case brought against my adult son in Seattle's Municipal Court. The case and circumstances around the case were complicated by my son having Bipolar Disorder. A valued family friend, who is a former Superior Court judge, highly recommended Robert. From our firs...t meeting, my son and I both felt we were in good hands. We could not have been happier with Robert's handling of my son's case, his understanding of the charges as they related to my son's health, his professionalism, and integrity. He was warm and compassionate while being extremely knowledgeable about the law and my son's options. He demonstrated experience handling similar cases and clients with similar health issues. Robert outlined and prioritized a number of strategies in our first meeting; he was successful with his first plan of action. His estimate of the time it would take to take care of the case were spot on. I feel that Robert is an excellent lawyer and a good man. I would not hesitate to hire him again and refer him to my closest friends and family.

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Robert Flennaugh II's Lawyer Endorsements

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Joseph Campagna

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I would not hesitate to recommend Robert, or to hire him if I needed a lawyer, for any kind of case from a misdemeanor to a serious white collar offense. It's rare to find someone with experience and skill over such a broad range, but Robert has it."

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Amanda DuBois

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Robert is our firm's go-to lawyer for all of our clients' criminal problems. As a family law lawyer, we deal with false accusations of domestic violence as well as other family related criminal issues. Robert always gets the job done. He's an excellent lawyer."

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Mark Stephens

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Robert is an outstanding, knowledgeable advocate. I admire his work and would not hesitate to recommend him."

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Sean Kuhlmeyer

Unknown lawyer | Aug 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I went to High School with Bob. Even then I knew that he was an exceptional individual, and I'm lucky to count him as one of my friends. He's a great lawyer, and a tireless advocate. I refer all my criminal cases to Bob, and one other good criminal lawyer I know. I know many fine lawyers, and Bob is one of the best."

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Lennard Nahajski

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 03

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Having known Mr. Flennaugh for many years, including working with him closely on an armed robbery case, I have always been impressed with Mr. Flennaugh's legal skill, knowledge and motivation to represent each client with all of his abilties. Mr. Flennaugh insires all of us to become better attorneys."

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Matthew Lapin

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have seen Robert from both sides, as a prosecutor who opposed him in court and now as a colleague. He is one of the best criminal defense attorneys in town. His work ethic and commitment to his clients is unmatched. If I ever found myself in trouble, I would want Robert representing me and there is no higher compliment that can be given by another attorney."

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Zachary Wagnild

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 25

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"As a prosecutor with the King County Prosecutor's office I have handled several cases in which Mr. Flennaugh was the opposing counsel. I have found him to be both a savy negotiator and a skillful trial attorney. With good reason, he garners a great deal of respect by prosecutors in my office and I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone in need of a criminal defense attorney."

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Daniel Kalish

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 17

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"As a former prosecutor, I worked against Robert on several occasions. Put simply, he is one of the best criminal defense attorneys in Washington. He is incredibly bright, extremely tenacious, and willing to take the extra step for his clients. I would endorse him to anyone needing a criminal defense attorney."

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Timothy Leary

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this Robert Flennaugh's work. I had the opportunity to see Robert in court on many occasions when I was a prosecutor with the King County Prosecutor's Office. Robert is well respected by judges, prosecutors and fellow defense attorneys. He works hard and gets great results for his clients."

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Amanda Lee

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 21

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Robert is a fantastic lawyer and has earned an excellent reputation in the criminal defense community. He excels in matters ranging from violent crimes to complex white collar investigations. Having worked with him on cases, I know how thoughtful he is in his representation, and how tirelessly he works."

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Sandra Widlan

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. He is an amazing advocate for his clients. His skills are top-notch. I highly recommend him."

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Geoffrey Burg

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Robert is one of the best criminal defense attorneys out there. Whether you are charged with a misdemeanor or serious felony, Robert will do a great job for you. I had the privilege of recently working on a case with Robert and was able to witness his advocacy skills first hand. In that case he won an argument that I never thought he would win. Since then I have referred him many cases, and have done so will full confidence in him. If you are looking for a smart, professional and honest attorney, Robert will do a great job for you."

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Kimberly Gordon

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 10

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Robert cares about his clients and gets excellent results for them through persistence, hard work, and strong advocacy. I have referred him clients without hesitation and have always been impressed with the outcome."

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Andrea Robertson

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Robert is a fearless lawyer and a generous colleague. I can always turn to Robert for insight and guidance, because he has fought the most amazing battles, marching in against all odds and without hesitation. I have incredible respect for Robert and his work, and would recommend him to anyone seeking passionate and articulate defense of their cases."

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Alison Holcomb

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Robert is effective, professional, and sharp. He is dedicated to his clients and exhibits the highest standards of practice. I endorse him without hesitation."

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Briteney Mercer

General practice lawyer | Jun 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Robert is an excellent lawyer with a stellar reputation in the community. He is intelligent, innovative and goes out of his way for his clients. I would refer clients to him with confidence. "

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Lisa Hayes

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 05

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have known Bob for more almost decade, and have been lucky enough to co-counsel cases with him. He is incredibly intelligent, puts his clients first, and is a fantastic lawyer!"

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Zachary Wagnild

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Matthew Lapin

Criminal defense lawyer

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Daniel Kalish

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Amanda Lee

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Timothy Leary

Criminal defense lawyer

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Geoffrey Burg

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Kimberly Gordon

Criminal defense lawyer

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Briteney Mercer

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2012

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Lawyer

2012

Super Lawyer, Washington Law & Politics Magazine

2011

Top 100 Trial Lawyer, The National Lawyer

2011

Super Lawyer, Washington Law & Politics Magazine

2010

Super Lawyer, Washington Law & Politics Magazine

2007

Rising Star,

2006

Rising Star,

2006

Professionalism Award,

2005

Rising Star,

2002

Rising Star,

2001

Rising Star,

2000

Rising Star,

Work Experience

2005 - Present

Principal, Law Office of Robert Flennaugh II, PLLC

2004 - 2005

Associate, Private Practice

1997 - 2004

, Society of Counsel

Associations

2006 - Present

Society of Counsel Representing Accused Persons

Board of Directors

2006 - Present

Children and Youth Justice Center

Board of Directors

2006 - Present

King County Bar Association

2005 - Present

William L Dwyer Inn of Court

2000 - Present

Washington Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys

1997 - Present

Washington State Bar Association

2002 - 2008

KUOW Board of Directors

Governance Committe Chair

2002 - 2005

Professional organizations and associations

Sample of Legal Cases

State of Washington v. Defendant

Conspiracy to Commit Murder Charges Dismissed

State of Washington v. College Professor

Case Dismissed before arraignment

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Education

1996

University of Washington School of Law

1991

University of Washington

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2011

U of W Law School- Trial Ad 2

Preparing for Trial

2011

U of W Law School Clinic Program

Running a Small Firm

2008

Youths' Rights and the Police

Youths' Rights and the Police

2007

Mayor's Conference

Youth's Rights and the Police

2006

TV Show Guest

Your Rights with the Police

2006

Human Rights Week

Youth Rights with the Police

2005

Your Rights with the Police

Your Rights with the Police

2005

Your Rights and the Police

Your Rights and the Police

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