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Michele Marie Shaw
About Michele
Biography
Michele Shaw’s philosophy and approach to criminal defense is focused on the client as a whole. While many attorneys see only the case and the legal issues they are presented with, Michele takes the time to evaluate each client’s individual personality, needs, and goals. Formulating a plan to match the client’s priorities with the available legal remedies is always first and foremost in Michele’s mind.
Michele’s approach is a collaborative one with each member of the office, client, and family. Michele, Sienna, and Ariella are each always aware of every client’s case and potential problems that may arise. One member of our team is always available to answer questions or professionally handle a crisis if one comes to pass.
An important part of Michele’s philosophy is coordinating with other professionals in a client’s life. In many cases, individuals facing criminal charges are also addressing personal hardships. Working together with therapists, psychiatrists, and other professionals is an integral part of ensuring that a client is receiving the appropriate treatment and can achieve their goals with respect to the trajectory of their case.
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Licensed in Washington for 35 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 1990
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Michele Shaw
Market Place Tower, 2001 Western Avenue Suite 200, Seattle, WA, 98121-2114
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Michele Marie Shaw's Reviews
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Showing 1 - 4 of 4 reviews | Professionalism
Posted by anonymous | January 31, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Excellent Attorney who uses a wholesome approach to handling cases.
We hired Michele to assist us in a misdemeanor case involving our adult son. She was diligent, thoughtful in her approach to the case, and was able to resolve the matter to our grateful satisfaction.
Posted by anonymous | October 25, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Attorney will scare you to creates lots of billable hours and is not competent
I hired this attorney to work on a highly emotional case. She immediately criticized me, and attempting to scare me with what turned out to be false information about my case. She also did very little work to investigate the actual facts and claimed I was facing jail time when in fact the next lawyer...
Posted by George Artem | October 02, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Nice person but not worth the premiums
Michele was hired by my family in order to help me with a so called felony. Did the bare minimum to scrape by. Had to eventually change my name because of the nature of the charges. This was three years ago and I still get flack over it.
Posted by anonymous | February 05, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Ethics & Professional Responsibility
Very irresponsible and bad advice
Do not use this lawyer. Makes you sign papers lawyers are not supposed to have a client sign. Very irresponsible advice. Not in the best interest of client in the best interest of herself. Made all kinds of promises that weren't kept. Very regretful of using this lawyer. Don't be fooled.
Michele Marie Shaw's Lawyer Endorsements
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"I highly recommend Michele Shaw for criminal defense cases. She is incredibly smart, creative, and dedicated to her clients."
"Michele Shaw works harder and more passionately for her clients than the vast majority of lawyers. She seeks a resolution that meets all the client's needs, considering their entire life situation. She does a brilliant job of articulating her client's situation and persuading the court to do what is best for her client. I heartily recommend her."
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Experience
Honors
2004
Distinguished Service Award, Washington Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
2004
Outstanding Lawyer Award, King County Bar Association
Work Experience
1997 - Present
Sole Proprietor, Law Office of Michele Shaw
1989 - 1996
Deputy Prosecuting Attorney, King County Prosecutor's Office
Associations
1997 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
1997 - Present
Washington Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
1997 - Present
King County Bar AssociationMember
1997 - Present
Federal Bar AssociationMember
1989 - Present
Washington State Bar AssociationMember
Association for the Treatment of Sexual Abusers
Member
Christ Our Hope Catholic Church
Pastoral Council Member
Women's Wellness Center of Seattle
Member
Team Child
Member
Sojourner Place
Advisory Board Member
Seattle Rotary Club
Member
Pike Place Market Association
Board Member
National Alliance on Mental Illness
Member
American Civil Liberties Union
Member
Washington Women Lawyers Assocication
Member
Washington Defender Association
Member
American Academy of Psychiatry and the Law
Member
American Bar Association
Member
U.S. District Court of Eastern Washington
Member
U.S. District Court Western District of Washington
Member
Sample of Legal Cases
State of Washington v. Gary Ridgway
Life in Prison - No Death Penalty
Education
2002
University of Michigan
2002 Clarence S. Darrow Death Penalty Defense College
1989
Gonzaga University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1984
Western Kentucky University
BS - Bachelor of Science
Languages
English