Jason T Schwisow

Jason T Schwisow

5.0
Rating: 8.4

Licensed for 21 years

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

200 West Mercer St, Suite 411, Seattle, WA

About Jason

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 50%

19 years | 2,000 cases

50%
DUI and DWI 50%

21 years | 250 cases

50%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 21 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 2004

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Baker, Lewis, Schwisow & Laws, PLLC

200 West Mercer St, Suite 411, Seattle, WA, 98119

Baker, Lewis, Schwisow & Laws, PLLC

3232 Oakes Ave., Everett, WA, 98201-4055

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Jason T Schwisow's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

4 Client Reviews

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Posted by Gwen | August 04, 2015 | Criminal Defense

Best of the best in the Northwest

This was my first time needing a lawyer and I couldn't have found a more perfectly suited match for my case. Jason went above and beyond to make sure I got what I wanted and was able to significantly reduce the sentence down from what they originally gave me. I personally, will never put myself into ...that situation where I was in before, to even need a lawyer but I strongly recommend others partner with him if that's what you need. His prices are extremely fair and cheaper than what you'd get elsewhere, and he puts in double the effort to get you the most fair sentence possible.

Posted by Paul | June 19, 2014 | Criminal Defense

Jason provided an extremely effective and thorough representation

Jason represented my son in a criminal defense case in 2013. Jason was very effective in navigating us through every plausible option for us to consider in my son's defense. He thought of virtually every possibility and made tactical moves to avoid them. The "victim's" family attempted to misrepre...sent damages resulting in the prosecutor actually filing a felony against my son, and while we all knew it was unfounded and made us extremely concerned, Jason was cool, calm and collected through the process of exposing all this and getting the charged reduced back to a misdemeanor. I have worked with people my entire professional career and have come to be able to read personal characteristics very well. Jason is a smart, caring and savvy individual that we could not recommend strongly enough.

Posted by Jenna | June 04, 2014 | Lawsuits & Disputes

I highly recommend Jason

Jason was very helpful in getting my case dismissed as quickly and easily as possible. He always conducts himself in a professional yet approachable manner that lets you know you're taken care of. I would recommend Jason to anyone in search of legal council.

Posted by anonymous | February 28, 2014 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Highly recommend Jason

Jason is an outstanding attourney. He is straight forward, always well prepared, and responsive. He won a difficult case for us and could see in the courtroom he is deeply knowledgable in the law and respected by the court judge on his knowledge of court procedures and the professional manner he ha...ndled our case and arguments. Jason is excellent on cross examination and his ability to identify inconsistencies in the opposition testimony and insightful closing arguments turned the outcome in our favor. Also he is just a great guy to work with as a client. Efficient and passionate about the case.

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Jason T Schwisow's Lawyer Endorsements

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Douglas Cowgill

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 15

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse Attorney Schwisow, he is a fantastic criminal defense lawyer"

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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John Tymczyszyn

Criminal defense lawyer | May 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Mr. Schwisow. As a former prosecutor with the City of Everett I worked on the opposite side of cases than Jason. I came to respect his work and his ability to advocate for his clients. He is a no nonsense lawyer that is detail oriented and passionate. In conclusion, I wholeheartedly endorse Mr. Schwisow."

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Woori Cheh

Criminal defense lawyer | May 01

Relationship: Co-worker

"Jason is one of the most knowledgeable attorneys in the area. He is also extremely dedicated in making sure he knows the intricate details of every case he represents. Extremely thorough and prepared in everything that he does."

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Samuel Wolf

DUI and DWI lawyer | May 18

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Always reliable and on time."

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Michael Laws

DUI and DWI lawyer | May 18

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Meredith Virant Hutchison

Criminal defense lawyer | May 18

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Dedicated to providing the legal outcome his clients deserve."

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Jonathan Lewis

Criminal defense lawyer | May 18

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Christine Baker

Criminal defense lawyer | May 06

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Experienced and dedicated to assisting his clients with their legal matters."

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Alberto Guadagno

Criminal defense lawyer | May 06

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Anthony Maack

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Jonathan Lewis

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Michael Charbonneau

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John Tymczyszyn

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Troy Lee

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Meredith Virant Hutchison

Criminal defense lawyer

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Alberto Guadagno

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Samuel Wolf

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Christine Baker

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Michael Laws

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Experience

Rating:  8.4 (Excellent)

Work Experience

2009 - Present

Attorney, Baker, Lewis, Schwisow & Laws

2007 - 2009

Associate, Dixon & Lee

2006 - 2007

Deputy Prosecuting Attorney, Yakima County Prosecutor's Office

2005 - 2006

Attorney, City of Yakima

Associations

Washington State Bar Association

Member

Snohomish County Bar Association

Member

Washington Defenders Association

Member

Education

2003

University of Oregon School of Law

JD

2000

Washington State University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

Activity

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