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Acquired: 2000
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Posted by Denise | May 6, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Incredible! I found myself in unfamiliar territory regarding a personally troubling legal matter. I consulted with Mr. Leary and received his immediate and full attention, he was incredibly responsive and more importantly his legal expertise was undeniable. I cannot express enough gratitude for th...
Posted by anonymous | October 6, 2022 | Hired Attorney
When my adult son was in trouble we hired Tim. He was knowledgable, and no-nonsense. After Tim spoke with the public defender attached to the case, he determined that his services were not necessary, and returned our money. He chose honesty over profit. The case went well, just as he advised it woul...
Posted by anonymous | June 11, 2023 | Consulted Attorney
We found ourselves in a situation where they didn’t know what to do nor where to turn, so we reached out to Mr Leary. Mr. Leary responded quickly to our request for guidance and helped us see things in the correct light, giving us a path forward to return to normality. Frankly we really felt lost (...
Posted by anonymous | June 30, 2022 | Hired Attorney
Tim helped me at one of the lowest moments of my life. He was able to swiftly take an exaggerated Assault 2 charge and negotiate it down to deferred misdemeanor which was eventually dismissed all together. Years later he will still pick up the phone and help if complications from this situation ever ...
Posted by anonymous | March 18, 2021 | Hired Attorney
Tim did an incredible job preparing my case, clearly knows what he is doing, and helped me navigate a very complex case. He comes across as very genuine, intelligent and articulate in court and in person. He was well prepared in court and won my case. I’d use him again in a heartbeat. I’m incredi...
"TIm is an outstanding attorney. He is a former King County Deputy Prosecutor that has handled many complex and high profile cases. He has a very sharp mind and excellent trial skills. I trust him and would refer cases to him without reservation."
"I have had the privilege of working with Mr. Leary on a number of criminal matters and can say without hesitation that he is an outstanding criminal defense attorney. Intelligent, hard-working and well-versed in the law. I endorse him without reservation."
"Tim is not only a sharp and experienced lawyer, but one with moral fiber. I have recommended Tim to defendants and have heard nothing but positive sentiments about his representation and advice. I would easily recommend him as I have done and will continue to do."
"Tim is a great lawyer. He thinks creatively and works hard for his clients. He is very personable too, which really helps negotiating cases."
"I worked opposite Mr. Leary on a criminal case when I was a prosecutor. Mr. Leary did an excellent job on the case and was also very professional. He is well respected in the legal community and in court. It isclear to me that his time as a prosecutor serves him well in his defense of clients, as he knows how to communicate with prosecutors and how to obtain his client's desired outcome in a case. I have referred clients to him and will continue to do so in the future."
"I endorse this lawyer. Tim is an excellent attorney. He has many years of trial experience and a deep understanding of our state's criminal laws."
"I endorse this lawyer. Tim is an experienced, thorough, hard-working attorney with a pragmatic approach that results in positive outcomes."
"Tim is an excellent attorney. He was able to get charges against my civil rights client dismissed, by uncovering video evidence that in fact the client was assaulted by a police officer. Excellent work."
"Tim is the ultimate professional. We worked together in the King County Prosecutor's Office for nearly 10 years, and Tim was trusted with some of the County's most difficult and sensitive cases. His creativity and hard work never failed to produce fantastic results. Before I left that office, I saw Tim in action as a defense attorney on numerous occasions. I witnessed the same creativity and hard work benefit each one of his clients. Anyone in need of assistance would be in good hands with Tim."
"Over the past years I have had many occasions to observe and work directly with Mr. Leary, and can attest to his high level of legal knowledge, experience and professionalism."
"I worked with Mr. Leary for several years at the King County Prosecutors Office and, more recently, was opposing counsel on a case in which he represented a defendant. Tim is a hard-working, knowledgeable attorney who has earned the respect of many attorneys in the community and the gratitude of those who have had the fortune of being represented by him."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. I had the pleasure of working with Tim at the King County Prosecutor's Office and am also aware of the excellent work he has done since opening his private practice. Tim is a superior trial lawyer whose experience provides his clients with outstanding advocacy."
"I worked with Tim at the King County Prosecutor's Office for several years, and he is extremely intelligent, hard-working, and effective. His knowledge of the law and the system is second to none, and he has a fantastic reputaiton among criminal and civil attorneys in the State. I would recommend Tim to anyone seeking a criminal defense attorney."
"I worked with Tim at the King County Prosecutor's Office for five years. Tim was a top notch prosecutor and highly effective trial attorney. He is very highly respected by judges and other attorneys. He always provides his clients with aggressive, thoughtful advocacy. I confidently recommend him to any person seeking his counsel."
"I first met Tim a number of years ago when he was a Deputy Prosecuting Attorney for King County. It was apparent to many of us that he was a natural in the courtroom. Since that time, Tim has continually impressed me with his courtroom ability and demeanor. Recently I have the pleasure of working with him on a matter now that he's in private practice, and found his insight and preparation to be excellent. I would highly recommend Mr. Leary."
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Promoted to Senior Deputy Prosecutor, King County Prosecutor's Office
1994
Graduated Cum Laude, University of Puget Sound
1993
All-America Scholar Athlete, NAIA
2010 - Present
Owner, Law Office of Tim Leary, PLLC
2008 - 2010
Partner, Sherman & Leary PLLC PLLC
2000 - 2008
Senior Deputy Prosecuting Attorney, King County Prosecutor's Office
2008 - Present
Washington Association of Criminal Defense AttorneysMember
2009 - 2011
Washington State Bar Association, Criminal Law SectionMember
2008 - 2011
King County Bar AssociationMember
2008 - 2014
William L Dwyer Inn of the CourtMember
2008 - 2013
Plymouth Housing Legal Clinic - SeattleVolunteer
2005 - 2008
King County Elder Abuse CouncilVice-Chair
2005 - 2006
King County Criminal Mistreatment Review PanelChair
2000 - 2008
Washington Association of Prosecuting AttorneysMember
1994 - 1995
Jesuit Volunteer CorpsJesuit Volunteer
Not Guilty - Jury Trial
Dismissed
Dismissed on the Eve of Trial.
Dismissed on the Second Day of Trial
2000
Juris Doctorate
1994
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2011
Criminal Law 101
2011
Case Investigation and Preparation from the Prosecution Perspective
2010
King County Prosecutor's Office - Insights of a Former Deputy
2010
King County Prosecutor's Office - Insights of a Former Prosecutor
2009
DSHS Investigations
2008
Criminal Mistreatment
2008
Responding to Criminal Mistreatment and Financial Exploitation
2008
Facility Rape and ER 404b
2008
Medical and Legal Myths of Elder and Vulnerable Adult Abuse
2008
Preventing, Recognizing and Responding to Financial and Physical Abuse of the Elderly
2007
Medical and Legal Myths of Elder and Vulnerable Adult Abuse
2011
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My son at age 15 was imprisoned for a murder. It has been 16 yrs. IS THAT NOT A LIFE SENTENCE? How to get him released?
30 Sep 2020
What will I get for a first time assault 4 charge?
07 Mar 2019
Can a 27 year old male legally have sex with a 16 year old female?
08 May 2015