Craig Alan Platt

Craig Alan Platt

5.0
Rating: 9.7

Licensed for 43 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Seattle, WA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Personal Injury

2317 NW Market St., Seattle, WA

About Craig

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 70%

Craig Platt represents clients in all state and federal courts from Tacoma to the Canadian border. He focuses on serious matters, including all felonies (murder, drug offences, rape and sexual assault, embezzlement, etc.) as well as serious misdemeanors (DUI, Domestic Violence, etc.). He will travel to your location.

43 years

70%
DUI and DWI 20%

DUI is as serious as any felony for many people. A conviction can result not only in jail time, but also in serious consequences in every part of your life, from driver's licence suspension to loss of employment. Craig works closely with his partner, Ms. Buescher on these cases, giving clients the benefit of a combined total of nearly sixty years of experience. They are able to travel to all courts from Tacoma to Canada from their convenient central location and will travel to meet with you.

43 years

20%
Personal Injury 10%

Together with his partner, Mimi Buescher, and their Of Counsel associate, Dave Sweetwood (who brings 30 years of experience to the firm) Craig handles the trial portion of personal injury cases. With his extensive trial experience, he is well qualified to persuade jurors to make the right decision, and has taught several classes to statewide audiences of lawyers on the topics of jury selection and opening statements, using themes and stories to paint apicture leading to victory.

33 years

10%

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Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 43 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 1982

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Platt & Buescher

2317 NW Market St., Seattle, WA, 98107

Platt & Buescher

180 NW Coveland St, Coupeville, WA, 98239

Platt & Buescher

PO Box 2281, Oak Harbor, WA, 98277

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Craig Alan Platt's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

6 Client Reviews

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Posted by Jw Chadwick | June 21, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Definitely a lawyer you should retain.

I had to retain this legal service due to a gross misdemeanor and ended with outcome I could've never gotten myself. Basically, the system is stacked against anyone who even remotely considers self representation, its legal suicide and the court system treats you as much. Whatever you need to do? G...et an attorney, even in a misdemeanor case bc WA only gives breaks to violent thieving criminals.... Just ask Elijah Jamar Wright.

Posted by mark | June 24, 2011

Severely deflated my case, got me out of jail, and prevented imminent arrest. What more could you ask for?

I got blind-sided by an intense felony DV arrest in January 2011 and charged with some severe crimes. I didn't even know I broke any laws but it looked pretty grim to me after reading the reports. This was really my first time being in trouble and I had no idea how the wheel turned. I was relieved be...yond words after hiring Craig Platt and getting information and interpretation from him. Several months later, I started talking with my wife again, believing it was fine since she was initiating it. My stupidity almost got me arrested when she decided to stop talking to me again and report the contact. Craig stopped the arrest efforts and again deflated the situation. I wouldn't want to be in trouble without him. Thanks

Posted by Sarah | January 27, 2010

Thank You

In the beginning of this case I was facing a class B felony. With Mr. Platts expertise and knowledge my charge was dropped to a misdemeanor. Considering the circumstances we were looking at at first, I was very pleased with my sentencing. He's definitely worth the money that's for sure because if ...I could not have obtained his services I would be in jail and my kids would be without their mother....Thank you will never be enough to show my appreciation..

Posted by anonymous | January 14, 2009

Client Review

A very professional counselor that you can count on to get all the help that you need. I am very well pleased to have had Mr. Platt as my counselor. He really cares about his clients and works very hard for his clients' best interest.

Posted by anonymous | January 13, 2009

Craig Platt A Great Attorney For All Needs!

Craig Platt handled my complicated domestic violence case, where four public defenders were failing. He worked hard to get me a plea bargain that was very much in my best interest. He was honest, supportive and active. My life is much better due to my use of Craig Platt for my attorney. I do not know... where I would be without him. Thanks Craig.

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Craig Alan Platt's Lawyer Endorsements

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Patricia Halsell

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 03

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have worked closely with Craig Platt on numerous criminal defense cases dating back to 1984. He is meticulous and highly competent. I wholeheartedly endorse Mr. Platt for criminal defense."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | May 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Craig\. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Alexander Frix

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"For several years now I've counted on more experienced attorneys like Craig for advice. As a younger attorney, it's always good when someone with Craig's experience is willing to help, but It's even better when that attorney has the extensive knowledge and care for his clients that Craig possesses. I endorse his work."

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Darrin Hall

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. Craig demands respect in and out of the courtroom and handles his cases with professionalism, dedication, and caution...three qualities required in defense work. His clients are very well-represented."

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Experience

Rating:  9.7 (Superb)

Honors

2007

CERTIFICATE OF RECOGNITION FOR SERVICE, Washington Defender Association

Work Experience

1990 - Present

MANAGING PARTNER, PLATT & BUESCHER

1988 - 1990

CHIEF, CRIMINAL DIVISION, CNMI ATTORNEY GENERAL

1983 - 1988

, Associated Counsel for the Accused

1983 - 1983

SOLICITOR'S REPRESENTITIVE, POWELL, McGRATH AND SPENCER

1981 - 1983

ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY, CABLE, BARRETT, LANGENBACH and McKINERNEY

Associations

1990 - Present

Island County Bar Association

Member

1990 - Present

Washington Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

1982 - Present

Washington State Bar Association

Member

2006 - 2008

Washington Defender Association

President

2006 - 2008

American Council of Chief Defenders, NLADA

Member

1992 - 2002

San Juan County Bar Association

Member

1991 - 2009

Washington Defender Association

Board of Directors

1990 - 2009

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

Education

1981

Stanford Law School

Juris Doctorate

1978

University of Illinois

B.S. summa cum laude

Speaking Engagements

2009

EFFECTIVE VOIR DIRE

JURY SELECTION

2008

WHAT YOU CAN AND CANNOT DO IN VOIR DIRE AND JURY SELECTION

JURY SELECTION

2008

WDA ANNUAL CONFERENCE

PRESIDENT'S ADDRESS

2008

TRIAL TIPS FROM THE EXPERTS

CROSS EXAMINING TOXICOLOGISTS

2007

WDA ANNUAL CONFERENCE

PRESIDENT'S ADDRESS

2007

TRIAL ADVOCACY SCHOOL

STORY TELLING IN TRIAL

2007

ANNUAL ETHICS REVIEW

CASELOAD LIMITS AND ETHICAL REPRESENTATION

2000

TRIAL ADVOCACY SCHOOL

TELLING STORIES WITH OPENING STATEMENT

1995

WDA ANNUAL CONFERENCE

TELLING STORIES IN TRIAL

1995

TRIAL ADVOCACY SCHOOL

EFFECTIVE OPENING STATEMENTS

1993

WINING THE LOSERS

WINNING IMPOSSIBLE CASES WITH HORRIBLE FACTS

1989

CNMI POLICE ACADEMY

CONSTITUTIONAL LAW FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT

1985

HOW TO TRY A CASE

TRIAL METHODOLOGY: TRICKS OF THE TRADE

Publications

1980

ADDRESS TO AMERICAN ASSOC OF PSYCHIATRY ANNUAL CONFERENCE THE RIGHT TO REFUSE NEUROLEPTIC TREATMENT FOR CIVILLY COMMITTED PATIENTS

Languages

English

Activity

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