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Catherine Ann Chaney
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Biography
I am an experienced, effective and passionate advocate. My partner, Peter Camiel, and I are respected criminal defense trial lawyers with more than 50 years of combined experience successfully defending individuals - we have won not guilty verdicts and dismissals in murder, manslaughter, assault and sexual misconduct cases. We also successfully help individuals who appeal criminal convictions or wish to pursue post-conviction relief. I would be happy to discuss your situation with you.
Practice Areas
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Practice Area
Criminal Defense
100%
34 years
Fees and Rates
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Payment Methods
- Cash
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- Credit Card
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Licensed in Washington for 34 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 1992
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Location
Camiel & Chaney, P.S.
2800 1st Avenue, Suite 309, Seattle, WA, 98121
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Posted by anonymous | January 23, 2008 | Criminal Defense
terrific lawyer
This lawyer went out of her way to defend my son (a convicted felon). She had knowlege of the laws. She was prepared. She stood up to the Federal agents and the judge who continually tried to shut her out. I think they were rude and short with her just because she is a woman, but she stuck to her pre...
Posted by anonymous | January 23, 2008 | Criminal Defense
Great Lawyer
Catherine is the number one lawyer in my life. She saved my life. By getting me out of trouble she brought happiness to my family.
Catherine Ann Chaney's Lawyer Endorsements
"I worked with Catherine on a complex Federal matter that required review of thousands of pages of discovery and analysis of complex concepts relating to selling counterfeit products. I was extremely impressed with her intelligence, intuition, and ability to hone in on the real legal issues. She was a sharp advocate for her client and was able to get a fantastic sentence in the end. Catherine has a calming demeanor and is a pleasure to work with. I endorse this attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer. Catherine is a smart, thorough, and fierce advocate for her clients."
"I first met Catherine as opposing counsel in a jury trial that happened so long ago she probably doesn't remember it. I remember, though, because she was prepared, professional, and confident - and she won. She's gained years of experience and a wealth of knowledge since then, which has had the predictable result of making her an excellent attorney that I endorse without hesitation."
"I have known Catherine for many years. She is a staunch defender of her clients' rights and a tireless advocate. She has the smarts, experience and judgement that I would require if I needed a lawyer. "
"I endorse this lawyer's work without reservation. Catherine is a great legal mind and a passionate advocate. "
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Experience
Honors
2018
Tier 1 Criminal Defense: General Practice, US News - Best Law Firms
2001
Certificate of Appreciation, Washington Associate of Criminal Defense Lawyers
2001
Rising Star,
2000
Rising Star,
1991
John F. Evans Award for Outstanding Achievement, DC Law Students in Court
Work Experience
2015 - Present
Attorney and Partner, Camiel & Chaney, P.S.
1999 - 2014
Attorney, Law Office of Catherine Chaney
1992 - 1998
, The Defender Association
Associations
1999 - Present
United States District Court for the Western District of WashingtonMember
1998 - Present
Washington Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
1992 - Present
Washington State Bar AssociationMember
2009 - 2011
Washington Women LawyersMember
2007 - 2009
Washington Association of Criminal Defense LawyersLiaison to Washington State Human Trafficking Task Force
2002 - 2002
Washington Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember, Board of Governnors
1999 - 1999
Washington Association of Criminal Defense LawyersCo-chair, CLE Committee
Sample of Legal Cases
State v. Defendant
Sex charge dismissed after defense investigation.
Petition for Commutation of Life Sentence
Commutation with conditions granted, client to be released.
State v. Juvenile Offender
Exceptionally lenient disposition (sentence) imposed.
USA v. Defendant
Client acquitted of assault federal law enforcement officer.
In re Davis, 152 Wn.2d 647, 101 P.3d 1 (2004)
Reversal of death sentence.
State v. Defendant
Client found not guilty of all charges (murder and attempted murder).
State v. Montgomery, 105 Wn. App. 442, 17 P.3d 1237 (Div. 1 2001)
appeals court held trial judge erred by denying alternative sentence to client because client had exercised constitutional right to trial
Education
1991
George Washington University Law School
J.D.
Speaking Engagements
2017
Headline News: Current Issues in Criminal Defense
Ethics: Representing Clients Who Decide to Cooperate
2011
Washington State Senate Committees
Human Trafficking Legislation in Washington
Publications
2011
Washington Criminal Defense
Anti-Human Trafficking Laws-summary of an evolving and complex area of criminal law
2008
Washington Criminal Defense
Innocent Prisoner Freed (Tales from the Criminal Courts)
1999
Washington Criminal Defense
Prosecutorial Misconduct: To Object or Not to Object?
1999
Washington State Bar News
The Becca Bill: Is the Cure Worse than the Disease?
Languages
French