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Kris R. Jensen

Criminal defense Attorney at Seattle, WA

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Rob Saari, Ph.D., forensic psychologist

Kris Jensen was the lawyer I chose to call for help when I needed legal counsel and support. As a forensic psychologist, I work for lawyers and know who cares for their clients. Mr. Jensen had hired me as an expert witness for one of his clients. I had never experienced an attorney so invested in defending his client. This is the reason I called him when I needed legal counsel and defense. As his client, I experienced him as warm, supportive, and kind when he dialogued with me, yet ready to fight like a bulldog for my rights. It was like working with a family member who had my back. I had been trying to deal with my legal issue on my own for over a month, losing sleep because of my frustration. I called Mr. Jensen on a Friday morning, and he immediately got back to me. He reviewed the records related to my case on a Saturday, willing to work on the weekend to help me. I started feeling relieved and excited about his ideas on resolving my case. What happened? My case was resolved on Monday, a few days after contacting him. I recommend Mr. Jensen without reservation and encourage you to reach out to him about your case. This is the first time, in fact, that I have ever written a review about a professional or a product. My gratitude to Mr. Jensen inspired me to write my first review. Feel free to give me a call at 253-441-7595 if you have any questions about what it is like working with Mr. Jensen.

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Criminal defense

75%

Criminal defense from assault, burglary, theft, up to murder charges.

33 years, 2,500 cases
DUI and DWI

25%

Jensen Legal handles many, many DUI cases each year.

33 years, 550 cases

Jensen Legal is committed to representing clients in a variety of matters including all criminal defense cases. We also handle intellectual property and a variety of civil matters. Call today for a free consultation.

Married and father of two growing boys, a black lab and two dwarf hampsters.

2010: Dad of the Year award from his family.

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East Peak Building, Suite D

2775 Harbor Avenue SW

Seattle, WA, 98126

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Posted by Rob Saari | March 30, 2020

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Posted by anonymous | December 30, 2019

Satisfied client

My teenager got caught shoplifting. We contacted Kris and he was able to walk us through the legal process in way that put us at ease and insured that the teenager did not have any record. We are very grateful for his counsel.

Posted by anonymous | April 15, 2019

Above and beyond

Kris provided outstanding counsel and went the extra mile to secure the best outcome possible in a complicated case. He is very professional and responsive. I highly recommend him as a criminal defense attorney.

Posted by Shanta | April 14, 2019

Grateful

My fiancé is currently in-custody and Mr. Jensen stepped in at a time where another legal counsel dropped the ball. Mr. Jensen is knowledgeable, prompt and is serious about helping his clients understand their rights and their case. I’m thankful for his wisdom and kindness at a time where my family needs the most support!!!!

Posted by David | March 8, 2019

20+ years of Expert Advice and Counsel

Kris Jensen has been my go to for legal counsel for myself, family, friend and associates. Kris has handled criminal and civil matters for myself and those I have referred to him. His counsel is sound. He has also referred me to others for specific matters which he did not cover. Kris is always helpful. he is my go to counselor or doctor of law. I give Kris my highest recommendation for two reasons, high integrity, he gets results.

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Posted by Lauren | March 7, 2019

Excellent & Professional Legal Counsel

Kris is a great attorney with a deep understanding of the legal system and the nuances of judicial procedure. He was very effective. I would recommend to anyone needing his expertise and to this day I still contact him to check in and see how his career is coming along. You won't be disappointed, worth ever cent.

Posted by anonymous | March 3, 2019

Sue

I have known Kris for over 18 years and I have consulted with him on several occasions. He is always attentive, really listens and works to understand my specific issue. He is also extremely easy to work with! On one occasion he determined he did not have the best background for my particular problem and recommended a great colleague. I highly recommend Kris for your legal needs.

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Posted by Bri | January 30, 2019

Awesome Lawyer, Great Guy

Kris is extremely smart yet personable at the same time. He is on his game and I will recommend him to anyone I know in the future for legal services.

Posted by anonymous | April 20, 2018

Excellent Attorney

When I was released from jail for the faked DV case I was accused of, I was totally lost and didn’t know what to do. Kris Jensen is the first attorney I found for help. I called him at 6am that morning and he answered me right away! From our first consultation, I was impressed by his confidence and knowledge. He even answered my questions in weekends and overtime. He is sharp, kind and easy to communicate. I will recommend him to all my friends or anyone facing criminal charges.

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Posted by Adrienne | March 18, 2018

An excellent criminal defense lawyer

Kris was appointed as PD for an indigent client with a history of severe trauma and serious, chronic mental and physical illness who was facing Assault 2 charges and a possible Deadly Weapon Enhancement (DWE). I consulted with Kris on this case as his client’s childhood CASA (Court-appointed special advocate) volunteer and mentor. Kris provided excellent counsel and consistently treated this client with dignity and respect. He communicated very clearly and always in a timely manner. He went the extra mile and consulted and corresponded with numerous experts to secure the best outcome possible. He successfully negotiated with the prosecution not to pursue the DWE. Kris has worked hard at each stage to do as much as possible for this client, and I recommend him highly.

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Posted by Mike | November 17, 2017

Great legal mind

Kris is very detailed and explain things extremely well. When I needed an attorney I was referred to him. Glad I did. Great Attorney!

Posted by anonymous | March 2, 2017

Confident - Detailed

Mr. Jensen has helped us on several fronts, mainly trademarking, but we call him for anything we come across in business. He makes time for us, his billing his reasonable and he is very good at explaining how things work. We have used Kris many times over many many years.

Posted by Tracy | February 23, 2017

Thoroughly Professional: prepared, responsive and experienced.

Kris has assisted me reviewing various legal documents and issues for my business over a number of years. I have always found him to be 100% on top of my requests and very, very timely in his responses. He has proved invaluable and i would no hesitate to hire him again.

Posted by Joe Stone | August 2, 2016

Family Affair

I have known Kris Jensen for over 30 years. He is always my first phone call when I need legal advice. He has represented several of my family members and was able to negotiate with the prosecuting attorney to attain a favorable results in a criminal defense case for my brother and was able to get him into a DOSA program which ultimately led to my brother getting clean and sober over 9 years ago. He has also been my go to referral source referring me to the best Lemon Law attorney in the State of Washington again resulting in a successful resolution to my case. He also referred me to an attorney that specialized in youth sports cases and class action lawsuits. Again the attorney that he referred me to was able to resolve my dispute with a national youth sports association in a favorable and successful manner. So to conclude, Kris is all about finding the best way to resolve client issues. He is extremely competent in his areas of expertise and if he isn't an expert in the area of law you need he knows one. Thanks for all your help over the years Kris. I really appreciate it.

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Posted by Isaid | August 31, 2015

Exelent job

Kris Jensen did a great job on a motion to suppress evidence on my case wich i think was the turning point and made the prosecutor see that they didn't have a strong case and reduce the charge to a reckless driving. I highly recommend mr. Jensen and i would hire him again if I'm ever in need of a lawyer.

Posted by Stan | August 26, 2015

Big help

Going into this I knew very little about the legal system, from the minute I contacted Kris he was a big help and explained everything in detail. If you need a lawyer he is the one to go with.

Posted by anonymous | August 4, 2015

Made it through

Kris is one attorney that is genuine and honest. Very helpful when it comes to being accessible, responsive, responsible, and answering all my questions. madee feel comfortable in an uncomfortable situation. His advice was practical and demeanor was empathetic. I chose Kris after interviewing a couple of different attorney. He was just as knowledgeable but much more genuine.

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Posted by Nathan | July 14, 2015

fair price and a kind and respectful attorney

Kris represented me in a protection order case. He was straight forward with what he could do for me, never sugar coating it and gave me best, worst, and most likely scenarios. He had a pretty straight forwad plan in place on the day of but also decide to speak directly to the accuser outside the courtroom, no harm no foul. Within minutes the two had entered the courtroom together, the accuser clearly very comfortabke dealing with kris and she agreed to drop the order request in exchange for a few basic demands. He's very softspoken and you get a sense of trust from him which you generally dont get from defense attorney's. He also has worked the bench in the past so hes familiar with both sides and even knew the bailiff, which may or may not have helped. I would recommend Kris to anybody.

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Posted by Dan | September 17, 2014

Kris is a strong advocate for his clients

I have consulted Kris on several matters with great results. The legal world is complicated and confusing. Kris has a knack for quickly understanding what the important issues are and articulating a clear path towards a solution. He is a strong advocate for his clients.

Posted by anonymous | September 29, 2012

A stellar individual to have on your side in court

He rises to excellence immediately. The moment you meet Mr. Jensen your distress begins to diminish. His clear, unguarded, evenhanded manner lets you know intuitively that you can trust him. It might sound silly to talk about intuition in this context, but when choosing an attorney there is no substitute for deeper level trust. If you don't have it you will never feel quite safe. You will have it with Mr. Jensen. His clear communication style sets him apart as a dignified professional. He displays this same respectful manner in a courtroom setting, an approach which demands that the court respect him (and his client) in return. He has not had to be contentious on my family's behalf, but from our conversations I'm confident he will fight hard when the situation calls for it. I'm also confident he knows when to employ one tactic, when another. He has been readily available by email which is extremely helpful.

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AVVO RATING 9.1 (Superb)

Work Experience

Judge Pro Tempore
Renton Municipal Court
1999 - Present

Judge Pro Tempore
Seattle District Court
1995 - Present

Judge Pro Tempore
King County District Courts
1995 - Present

Attorney
Jensen Legal
1994 - Present

Criminal Defense Attorney
Associated Counsel for the Accused
1990 - 1994

Engineer
The Boeing Company
1984 - 1986

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Education

Gonzaga University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1989

Regents College of London
International Law Programme
1988

Washington State University
BS - Bachelor of Science
1984

Legal Cases

State v MR
Not Guilty - all charges

State v. JP
Dismissed

State v. BK
Not Guilty

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Associations

Methow Valley Biathlon
President of Board
2013 - Present

King County Mandatory Arbitration Panel
Arbitrator
1996 - Present

King County Bar Association
Alternate Dispute Resolution Panel
1996 - Present

King County Dispute Resolution Center
Volunteer Mediator
1996 - Present

King County Office of Public Defense
Panel Member
1996 - Present

Washington State Bar Association
Attorney
1989 - Present

U.S. District Court, Western District of Washington
Member
1989 - Present

U.S. Court of Appeals, 9th Circuit
Member
1989 - Present

Burien Economic Development Partnership
Board Member
2000 - 2002

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Languages Spoken

English

Honors and Awards

Peer Review Rated
Martindale-Hubbell
2016

Mock Trial Advocacy
Seattle Girls School
2013

DUI Defender
National College for DUI Defense
2010

Publications

AVVO Legal Guides
DUI Arrest: What Should I Do???
2014

AVVO Legal Guides
Why should I hire a lawyer?
2014

AVVO Legal Guides
Protection, Anti Harassment and No Contact Orders
2014

Domestic Violence Defense Overview
My First DV Case
2011

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Speaking Engagements

Avvo Webinar
The Three Principles to a Successful Video Marketing Strategy with Michael Mogill
2015

Avvo Webinar
Everything is Going Mobile
2015

King Co. PD Trial Advocacy Training
Trial Advocacy
2011

Attorney endorsements

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Given (13)

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Kenan Isitt

Criminal defense Attorney | Dec 05
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

Christopher Leroi

Criminal defense Attorney | Aug 25
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer without any reservations. It is amazing that I continue to learn from him every day from his responses on Avvo even though I have been licensed for 24 years and have served as a judge, magistrate, law professor, prosecutor, and private attorney. You can not afford not to hire him."

David Mason

Criminal defense Attorney | Aug 20
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Kris for nearly two decades and have worked both against him as a prosecutor and consulted with him as defense attorneys. Kris is a no nonsense, straightforward talented shooter - a quality that is in great demand and often lacking in the legal /political world of prosecution and litigation. He is a great asset to the profession."

James White

Criminal defense Attorney | Jul 17
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Jensen is the very voice of experience in the courtroom. Mr. Jensen has handled so many cases that he has literally "seen it all." He's very informed about courtroom personalities, Judges and Prosecutors, in Western Washington. He will certainly give you the guidance your case needs."

Raymond Ejarque

DUI and DWI Attorney | May 14
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Jensen is talented and experienced attorney. I have known him for several years and have seen how well he confidently navigates his cases through the criminal justice system. Mr. Jensen draws upon his experience as a public defender and as a pro tem judge to effectively represent his clients in and out of the courtroom. He is well-respected among his colleagues, hardworking, and extremely dedicated to his clients. Mr. Jensen’s clients should know that they have obtained first-rate legal representation."

Jill Malat

Criminal defense Attorney | Feb 09
Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Mr. Jensen is an excellent lawyer. He is a zealous and tireless advocate for his clients. I strongly endorse him."

Hadi Ramsey

Unknown Attorney | Jan 17
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

Scott Johnson

Unknown Attorney | Oct 25
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I heartily endorse Kris Jensen. Kris has invaluable experience and an impressive intellect. However, what sets Kris apart is that he brings incredible determination to everything he does. Yet, he has the unique ability to combine this intensity with good humor, compassion for his clients and respect of the legal system. You will receive no better legal representation than you will from Kris, be it a criminal law or intellectual property matter."

Robert Kelly

Criminal defense Attorney | Mar 05
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Jensen provides good information and useful knowledge to those who need him. He is an astute and competent attorney. His clients are fortunate to have retained him."

Timothy Healy

Criminal defense Attorney | Jan 29
Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I worked with Kris on a criminal child abuse case, representing the other parent. Kris's hard work and tenacious advocacy caused the State to dismiss short of trial. Simply put, Kris is an awesome advocate."

Philip Sayles

Criminal defense Attorney | Nov 28
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Kris is an outstanding criminal defense attorney. He not only is a warrior in the courtroom, but he is passionate about the law and helping his clients with their cases. I strongly endorse Kris to any person facing a criminal charge in King county."

Mark Jordan

Criminal defense Attorney | Nov 15
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Kris is our "go to" lawyer for complex criminal defense matters. He knows the law and is very effective in the courtroom. Exactly the combination you want in a criminal matter."

Brad Meryhew

Criminal defense Attorney | Nov 10
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Kris and observed him in Court since 1997 when I first began to practice and he was serving as a pro tem judge in District Court. During that time I have always known him to be thoughtful, careful and very well prepared. I have seen him achieve excellent results for his clients in difficult cases, and would recommend him to anyone looking for an attorney to help them in a difficult situation."

Robert Huff

Criminal defense Attorney | Oct 07
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. I have had the good forturne to work alongside Kris as co-counsel in a complex, multiple defendant criminal case, and also to appear before him in criminal court when he was serving as a pro-tem judge. In all instances, I have found his integrity, legal knowledge, and diligence to be exceptionally good compared to others in our profession."

Craig Beles

Criminal defense Attorney | Oct 07
Relationship: Worked together on matter

"It has been my pleasure to work with Mr. Jensen for over 16 years. He possesses a rare combination of courtroom experience, command of the law, common sense, and great communicative skills. I recommend him without reservation."

Robert McKay

Criminal defense Attorney | Jun 23
Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer's work. We have worked in co-defendant cases before and Kris is diligent, hard working, and get's the best possible result for his clients. I would recommend him highly."

Andrew Elliott

Criminal defense Attorney | Jun 21
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. I have referred clients to Kris in the past. I would not hesitate to refer clients again in the future. "

Lennard Nahajski

Criminal defense Attorney | Jun 14
Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Mr. Jensen and I have worked together on several cases and I am always impressed with his professionalism and legal knowledge. I have no concern about referring my own clients to Mr. Jensen."

Eric Schurman

Criminal defense Attorney | Jun 13
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known and worked with Mr. Jensen for a number of years and hold him in the highest regard. His experience, judgment, and skill set him apart as an outstanding legal advocate. He is highly respected, and I endorse this lawyer's work."

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