Steve Karimi

Steve Karimi

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 26 years

Domestic violence Lawyer at Seattle, WA
Practice Areas: Domestic Violence, DUI & DWI, Criminal Defense

119 1st Avenue South Suite 500, Seattle, WA

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Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 26 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 1999

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The Law Offices Of Steve Karimi

119 1st Avenue South Suite 500, Seattle, WA, 98104

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76 Client Reviews

Showing 6 - 10 of 18 reviews | General Knowledge

Posted by Michael | March 20, 2013 | Domestic Violence

Same Sex Domestic Violence Case 2012/13

Steve is a competent and compassionate attorney. He had never represented someone in a same-sex domestic violence charge and he stepped up to the challenge without hesitation. Steve championed my plight and was successful in winning the case for me where I had been falsely accused of domestic viole...nce. It was a very long process between the State and myself. Steve was able to research and skillfully apply the correct action needed to obtain a victory and clear my name. Additionally, through Steve's good work, the restraining order against me was dismissed and Steve was able to show the court who the real victim was--me. Not only was the order dismissed, but Steve was able to convince the court that I was the wronged party who needed protection. A restraining order was granted on my behalf against my accuser. During the case Steve was able to weed through all the complex documents and other evidence in order to correctly present and win my case. Without his expertise I'm sure it would have been a completely different outcome. He even was able to help me with direction on how to be an effective witness on the stand for my defense. He broke it all down for me--someone who has never been involved with the law before. I am and will forever be thankful for his hard work in my case. You cant make a better choice for your legal counsel.

Posted by anonymous | December 10, 2012 | Criminal Defense

Steve Karimi made my first experience with a Lawyer a positive one.

Recently, a friend and I had marijuana possession charge on a camping camping trip. I rarely touch the stuff and thought a remote, empty campground would be a reasonable place to take the risk, but was wrong. Because of my job, I was terrified of what might happen (I really don't know much about th...ese things.) My friend contacted several Lawyers and settled on Steve Karimi, because he had experience with the prosecutor and was willing to charge a very reasonable fee. When I first talked with Steve, I felt much better about my situation. He told me that I had a good chance of d a deferral or even dismissal based on my spotless record. He also told me that I probably wouldn't even need to appear in court, which was a relief as I live across the state from where I got in trouble. Mostly I just felt a huge sense of relief simply knowing that it was now out of my hands and a professional was handling it. Over the next couple months, Steve pushed my court date back a couple times and contacted me periodically to let me know what was going on. Eventually, after the Marijuana initiative passed, the prosecutor dropped my case. Even after my case had been dismissed, Steve was very helpful in answering some more of my questions about what, exactly, would show up on my record or be available to the public. Although it didn't end up being a very difficult case, I likely wouldn't have had the same results without Steve pushing our court dates back. I also feel confident that we would have at least gotten a deferral had the initiative not passed because that offer was already on the table from the prosecutor.

Posted by anonymous | July 02, 2012

excellent results

Knowledgeable and competent. Steve was careful with the particulars of my case and got the best results for me.

Posted by Hakan | May 21, 2012 | Lawsuits & Disputes

The BEST

Please be relax if you are in any kind of trouble. Steve is a very trustworthy, responsible and knowledgeable lawyer. Before meeting Steve, I talked four different attorney for my case. But when I met with Steve, I forgot the other lawyers. Why? Because, When I was starting to talk Steve, I w...as very relax and I said, this is my lawyer. Steve is very spectecular lawyer. In the first meeting, he took a paper and drew a plan for my case efficiently. And In a short time, my case was dismissed. Steve is really very impressive lawyer and very friendly. I want to say again: Please be relax, Steve solves all problems whatever you have. Thanks Steve for your help. Thanks so much

Posted by Lynne | December 18, 2011 | Criminal Defense

Knowledgeable, Compassionate, and Kind, What a Great Attorney!

I retained attorney Steve Karimi to represent my DUI case in May, 2011. Because of prior DUI charges, I felt helpless and was overwhelmed with depression. Mr. Karimi scheduled a meeting for us to meet and review materials relevant to my case. When first encountering Steve, I was immediately put t...o ease by his calm and sensitive manner. It was during this meeting that he provided the names of treatment facilities. He is a great listener, and was able to determine that I had been suffering from an emotional condition, which when combined with my tendency to binge drink, past treatment programs fell short of providinig the type of service that could really assist me. What a major difference this has made in my life! NO ONE, not even mental health counselors, have been able to discern what attorney Karimi did, in a 45 minute span of time. This is simply amazing. Steve brings to the table not only his extensive legal training and experience, but a rare quality of being able to really connect with his clients needs on an intuitive level. He was able to create a very effective strategy for my situation and provided guidance for me, every step of the way. He posses a portfolio of resources for his clients to keep their lives in chek, while undergoing the court process. This was extremely valuable to myself, a professional person who wished to continue to work - and stay mobile. Attorney Steve Karimi is simply a profoundedly gifted and talented individual, unlike ANY other attorney I have ever experienced. I received a fair otucome from the courts, it was a very difficult case. His background, and committemnt to REALLY helping his clients is remarkable. With his assistance, he has changed my life by puttting me in contact with those that could really help my life get on track. You would be well served to retain him; he has my highest recommendation.

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Steve Karimi's Lawyer Endorsements

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Yan Siprin

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Steve. I heard him in different courts many times, he is a superb attorney, very detailed and smart."

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Jeffery Burleson

DUI and DWI lawyer | Sep 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Steve is a great attorney who goes out of his way to help."

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Simon Stocker

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Steve Karimi is known in the legal community as an excellent lawyer who works hard for his clients. I have known Steve for nearly 15 years and have had many opportunities to observe him in the courtroom. Steve knows the law and how to get the best results for his clients."

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Colin Scott

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 22

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Steve is a very knowledgeable and professional attorney whose experience as a former prosecutor shines through in the outstanding results he obtains for his clients."

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Ziad Youssef

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Steve has a profound understanding of criminal defense, and his clients get the benefit of it."

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Zachary Wagnild

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I've known Steve for many many years, first when I handled cases against him as a prosecutor and now as a fellow colleague in the defense bar. I've always known Steve to be a tenacious yet thoughtful and knowledgeable attorney. You can't go wrong having him in your corner."

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Paul Stanko

Unknown lawyer | Jan 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Kevin Tarvin

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Steve is an exceptional attorney who thoroughly and professionially represents his clients interests. He has an exceptional reputation in King, Pierce, and Snohomish counties and always gets the best resolutions to his clients cases. Steve is respected by his peers, his clients and all judges. I would recommend Steve as a top choice for a criminal defense attorney."

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Sarah Cho

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 20

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Steve Karimi is well respected among his peers and highly recommended by his clients. Steve is compassionate, understanding, and candid with his clients. I highly recommend this lawyer."

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Aric Bomsztyk

Criminal defense lawyer | May 05

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have worked with Steve Karimi on multiple matters. I have seen first hand that Steve cares for his clients and fights for them in and out of court. Steve has the respect of prosecutors and judges because he has knowledge of the law, an effective courtroom presence and will work every case to get the best result."

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Eric Schurman

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Mr. Karimi forover a decade and have often consulted with him on criminal cases. Mr. Karimi is an excellent criminal defense attorney with a thorough understanding of criminal law. He is highly regarded by his peers, and I whole-heartedly endorse his work. I endorse this lawyer."

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Tanja Vance

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 09

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have known Steve for nearly a decade, and not only is he an extremely experienced and skilled attorney, but also a phenomenal human being. He emphasizes with his client's problems, and he knows when to be aggressive and when to be collaborative to get the best results. Not only do I endorse him as a fellow criminal defense attorney in the community, but he would be my choice of attorney should I ever need one myself."

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Garth O'Brien

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. Steve is a very good attorney that is very dedicated and very knowledgeable in courtroom tactics and negotiations. You cannot go wrong retaining his services."

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Jonathan Rands

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 19

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"In working with Steve it is easy to see that he is as dedicated to his craft as he is to his clients. His passion for justice and dedication to the preservation of rights is inspiring and appreciated by, not only his clients who reap the benefits of these virtues, but also his colleagues. Regardless of the charge, Steve is ready to defend his clients. I endorse this lawyer's work."

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Timothy Milios

DUI and DWI lawyer | Oct 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Steve since he was a prosecutor. As an opponent I found him to be tough but fair minded. As a defense attorney he provides the highest caliber of legal representation. He works hard for his clients and achieves excellent results. I would recommend him to anyone."

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Damon Shadid

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have had the pleasure of working with Steve in the past and found him to be an excellent lawyer and advocate for his clients. He is not only aggressive, he knows the law and how to use it. I endorse this lawyer's work."

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Jeffrey Foster

Criminal defense lawyer | May 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have had the pleasure of referring several clients to Mr. Karimi over the years. On each occasion, my clients have raved about the results Mr. Karimi obtained in their case. I unequivocally endorse this lawyer's work."

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Matthew Hale

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Karimi is an excellent attorney. I've seen him in court for nearly 10 years now and he is always very well prepared and zealous when representing clients. I would highly recommend him for any criminal case."

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Adam Trotsky

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I first met Steve several years ago, when he was a prosecutor for different municipal courts in Western Washington. He is a seasoned attorney who knows how prosecutors think. Steve's caring personality coupled with his tenatious attitude and drive to get the best possible resolution for his clients make him a tremendous advocate."

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Daniel Jaffe

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jul 29

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer's work. Years ago, when Steve was a prosecutor, we had several cases against eachother in Kirkland."

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Michael Mazon

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Christopher Swaby

Criminal defense lawyer

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Jeffery Burleson

Criminal defense lawyer

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Gene Piculell

Criminal defense lawyer

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Yan Siprin

Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer

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Simon Stocker

Criminal defense lawyer

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Matthew Green

Debt collection lawyer

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Colin Scott

Criminal defense lawyer

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Brian Todd

Criminal defense lawyer

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Lisa Donaldson

Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer

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Mark Blair

Criminal defense lawyer

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Sarah Cho

Criminal defense lawyer

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Ziad Youssef

Criminal defense lawyer

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Aaron Lukoff

Criminal defense lawyer

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Craig Peterson

Criminal defense lawyer

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Zachary Wagnild

Criminal defense lawyer

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Aric Bomsztyk

Business lawyer

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Timothy Goss

Criminal defense lawyer

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Kevin Tarvin

Criminal defense lawyer

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Eric Schurman

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2017

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2016

Top 100 Lawyers, National Advocacy for DUI Defense

2015

Top 100 Lawyers, National Advocacy for DUI Defense

2014

Honor Award, Martindale Hubble

2014

Top 100 Lawyers, National Advocacy for DUI Defense

2014

Top 100 Lawyers, American Society of Legal Advocates

2010

Honor, Martindale Hubble

2005

Super Lawyer Rising Star, Washington Law & Politics Magazine

2004

Super Lawyer Rising Star, Washington Law & Politics Magazine

1997

Darling Foundation Scholarship, Pepperdine University

1989

Deans List Honor Award, University of Washington

1988

Deans List Honor Award, University of Washington

Work Experience

2005 - Present

Defense Attorney, Law Office of Steve Karimi

2000 - 2004

City Prosecutor, Kirkland, Shoreline, Tukwila, and Sammamish

1999 - 2000

Deputy Prosecutor, King County Prosecutor's Office

1996 - 1997

Legal Assistant, Diamond and Scharnberger

Associations

2007 - Present

Citizens for Judicial Excellence

Member

2007 - Present

Washington Defender Association

Member

2004 - Present

Washington Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys

Member

2004 - Present

Federal District Court Western Division

Member

1999 - Present

Washington State Bar

Member

2001 - 2004

National College for District Attorneys

Member

1998 - 1999

Persian Society

Board Member

Sample of Legal Cases

S.B. v. A.L.

Dismissed

Renton v. S.I.

Dismissed

G. V. G.

Dismissed

STATE V. S.P.

Dismissed

City of Tacoma v. C.K.

Dismissed

City of Bellevue v. C.G.

Dismissed

AUBURN V. R.V.

won on appeal

City of Tacoma v. R.N.

Dismissed

S.G. V. T.B.

dismissed

Marysville v. C.T.

Dismissed

Marysville v. J.G.

Dismissed

Kirkland v. T.F.

Dismissed

Federal Way v. J.C.

Dismissed

Kirkland v. V.B.

Dismissed

Seattle v J.W.

Dismissed

Kent v. A.L.

Dismissed

Black Diamond v. R.S.

Dismissed

Bellevue v. C.D.

Dismissed

Bellingham v J. G

Dismissed

Bothell v S.G.

Dismissed

Seattle v. J.C.

Dismissed

Kent v. J.A.

Dismissed

STATE V. D.H.

dismissed

Lynnwood v. M.T.

Dismissed

Redmond v. A.J.

Dismissed

Kirkland v. T.H.

Dismissed

Seattle v. A.S.

Dismissed

Burien v. RT

Dismissed

Seattle v. J.D.

Dismissed

Bellevue v. J.Q.

Dismissed

State v. SB

Dismissed

Tacoma v. P.M.

Dismissed

Seattle v. T.V.

Dismissed

Covington v. C.M.

Dismissed

Kent v. J.H.

Dismissed

Auburn v. J.G.

Dismissed

City of Convington v. CM

Dismissed

City of Burien v. CCF

Dismissed

Seattle v. TM

Dismissed

STATE V. J.V.

Dismissed

STATE V. A.B.

dismissed

Auburn v. J V.M.

Dismissed

BREMERTON V. C.W.

Dismissed

Kent v. R.O.

Dismissed day of trial

Kirkland v. N.N.

Dismissed

State v. C.R.

Dismissed

SEATTLE V. MF

Dismissed

Sammamish v. A.M.

Dismissed

Tukwila v. T.D.

Dismissed

STATE V. J.K.

Dismissed

Tukwila v. K.X.

Dismissed

STATE V. S.W.

Dismissed

Lynnwood v. Y.Z.

Dismissed

STATE V. L.S.

Dismissed and diversion in mental health court

US V. G.D.

Dismissed

US V. G.D.

Dismissed

STATE V. M.K.

Case dismissed

State v. D.H.

Not guilty jury trial

Kirkland v. P.S.

Dismissed

State v. B.O.

Dismissed

SEATTLE V. W.G.

Dismissed

State v. C.K.

Dismissed

Lynnwood v. J.D.

Case dimissed

Seattle v. M.S.

Dismissed

Seattle v. D.T.

Dismissed

SEATTLE V. S.D.

Dismissed

Kirkland v. P.S.

Dismissed

Samammish v. C.G.

Dismissed

Kirkland v. G.J.

Dismissed

Kirkland v. G.J.

Dismissed

RENTON V. M.R.

Dismissed

Bothell v. M.L.

Not guilty jury trial

Kent v. A.S.

Dismissed

REDMOND V. M.S.

Dismissed

Seattle v. F.H.

Dismissed

puyallup v. jq

Dismissed

State v. D.F.

Dismissed

Bellevue v. P.K.

Dismissed

State v. D.P.

Dismissed

Lynnwood v. G.K.

Dismissed

Seattle v. D.S.

Dismissed

Bothell v. C.B.

Dismissed

State v. D.M.

Dismissed

Seattle v. M.H.

Dismissed

P.S. v. M.O.

Dismissed

State v. M.L.

Dismissed

Seattle v. S.G.

Dismissed

Kirkland v. I.G.

Dismissed

State v. P.C.

Dismissed

State v. P.B.

Dismissed

City of Issaquah v. B.G.

Dismissed

State v. K.B.

Dismissed

City of Ellensburg v. E.V.

Dismissed

City of North Bend v. J.H.

Dismissed

State v. A.P.

Dismissed

Seattle v. J.B.

Dismissed

State v. L.K.

Dismissed

City of Mountlake Terrace v. I A-P

Dismissed

Lynnwood v. D.A.

Dismissed

Seattle v. Y.R.

Dismissed

Kirkland v. L.C.

Dismissed

Tukwila v. A.N.

Dismissed

Seattle v. E.Y.

Dismissed

State v. D.V.

Not guilty Jury Trial

Bellevue v. L.W.

Dismissed

State v. D.J.

Dismissed

City of Des Moines v. E.J-S

Dismissed

Seattle v. S.H.

Dismissed

State v. S.A.

Dismissed at motions

Bellevue v. M.S.

Not Guilty Bench Trial

Federal Way v. M.M.

Dismissed

State v. Z.T.

Dismissed

Kirkland v. K.N.

Not Guilty Jury Trial

STATE V. J.H.

Dismissed

Edmonds v. K.H.

Dismissed

Bellevue v. M.M.

Dismissed

Kirkland v. D.S.

Dismissed

Edmonds v. K.H.

Dismissed

United States v. M.O.

Dismissed

State v. A.F.

Dismissed at motions

Seattle v. C.B.

Dismissed

Bellevue v. M.S.

Dismissed

SEATTLE V. L.M.

Dismissed

Seattle v. T.S.

Dismissed

Kirkland v. K.J.

Not guilty jury trial

Tukwila v. G.Y.

Dismissed

Redmond v. B.K.

Not guilty jury trial

United States v. B.A.

Dismissed

Shoreline v. J.R.

Dismissed

State v. J.H.

Diversion to dismissal

State v. N.B.

Dismissed

State v. C.R.

Dismissed

Seattle v. JC

Case dismissed

State v M.M.

Not guilty jury trial

State v. L.A.

Not guilty jury trial

State v. J.L.

Dismissed at motions

Kirkland v. M.L.

Dismissed

State v. B.B.

Dismissed

State v. J.H.

Dismissed

State v. U.P.

Case Dismissed

State v. K.G.

Dismissed

State v. J.R.

Dismissed

Mercer Island v. J.W.

Dismissed

Bothell v. S.H.

Dismissed

Kenmore v. B.S.

Dismissed

Seattle v. J.D.

Dimissed

Seattle v. M.G.

Dismissed

State v. B.K.

Not guilty jury trial

Seattle v. R.T.

Dismissed

State v. O.A.

Dismissed

SEATTLE V. JC

Case dismissed

State v. E.K.

Dismissed week before jury trial

STATE V. J.M.

Dismissed

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Education

2001

National College for District Attorneys

Evidence for Prosecutors

1998

Pepperdine University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1990

University of Washington -Seattle

BBA - Bachelor of Business Administration

Speaking Engagements

2015

Federal Way Mock Trial

Evaluator

2014

University of Washington School of Law Mock Trial Competition

2014

Federal Way Mock Trial Competition

Evaluator

2012

Seattle Times News Interview Marijuana cases after Legalization

2011

Komo News Radio Interview

Overview of the Juvenile Justice System

2010

YMCA Youth and Government Mock Trial

Judge and Evaluator

2006

Seattle University School of Law

How to be a Trial Lawyer

2005

YMCA Youth and Government

Mock Trial Judge and Evaluator

2004

YMCA Youth and Government

Mock Trial Judge and Evaluator

2003

Tukwila City Council

Overview of Domestic Violence Prosecution

2002

Issaquah District Court

Mock Trial Demonstration

Publications

2015

Division 1 Court of Appeals State v. C.P.

2013

Findlaw Washington legislators pass tougher DUI bill

2013

Findlaw 51 year old repeat offender sentenced in DUI

2012

Languages

English

Russian

Farsi

Arabic

Spanish

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