Quita N J St. John

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Quita N J St. John

also known as Quita St. John

5.0
Rating: 9.8

Licensed for 19 years

DUI and DWI Lawyer at Seattle, WA
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence, Criminal Defense, Juvenile

3227 Beacon Ave S, Suite D1, Seattle, WA

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About Quita

Biography

Experienced and compassionate legal representation. Call for an immediate consultation - When You Call, You Get Me Directly!

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

DUI and DWI 70%

DUI charges make up the majority of my practice. As a state that charges people who are above AND below the legal limits for alcohol and marijuana consumption, DUIs are taken very seriously in Washington State. A serious charge requires a serious and experienced representation.

19 years | 700 cases

70%
Domestic Violence 20%

Domestic violence cases are difficult for everyone involved, the person charge and the alleged victim. Often, the prosecutor has no regard for the wishes of the victim, and that can create even more tense family situations on top of an already stressful criminal charge. Half of my career has been spent in defending Domestic Violence related charges.

19 years | 700 cases

20%
Criminal Defense 5%

Criminal Defense is really all of what I do, every case where there is a charge is a criminal case. With over a decade of practice, there is nothing I haven't seen.

19 years | 900 cases

5%
Juvenile Law 5%

Cases involving youth do not arise as often as adults, but when they do, they must be dealt with with great care and expertise. This is a traumatic time for a youth and his or her family, but it should not be something that marks you for a lifetime.

19 years | 100 cases

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
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  • Credit Card

Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 19 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 2006

Active

No misconduct found

Location

St. John Law Group, LLC

3227 Beacon Ave S, Suite D1, Seattle, WA, 98144

stjohnlawgroup.com

Quita N J St. John's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

66 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 15 reviews | Responsiveness

Posted by anonymous | October 02, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Highly Recommend – Professional, Caring, and Effective

I can’t say enough good things about Quita. After I was taken into custody, she came to see me in jail over the weekend when most attorneys wouldn’t have even answered the phone. From the very beginning, she was responsive, compassionate, and clear about what needed to happen. She got my case dism...issed much faster than I ever expected, and she also helped me navigate concerns about my professional license—something I was extremely worried about. Quita not only handled the legal side with skill, but she also understood how the case could affect my life and career. If you need someone who will show up for you, fight for you, and get results, I highly recommend Quita.

Posted by anonymous | May 29, 2024 | Domestic Violence

Excellent!

Quita was kind, professional, and more than willing to listen and answer any questions I had during our consultation. Quita is sensitive to the needs of survivors, and would recommend if you are looking for a lawyer to help with DV / survivors.

Posted by anonymous | February 25, 2019 | Hired Attorney

Very helpful

Quita was very helpful, informative, and easy to reach. She also provided and excellent referral when our case extended outside her scope of practice. I highly recommend her.

Posted by Daisy | May 21, 2018 | Criminal Defense

True Honesty is hard to come by....; )

After weeks of deciding if I could afford an attorney for my juvinelle son that had just been arrested for a serious crime, I decided to contact and attorney. The attorney told me that my case my be too complicated for his level of experience and to contact Quita St. John (20+ years with juvinelle an...d adult defendants). I gave her a call she was very kind and personable when she spoke with me and invited us down for an consultation to see if it was necessary to hire an attorney. Quita’s office was in a very nice clean quite space on beacon ave in Seattle, she welcomed us in with a feeling of comfort as we reviewed the different options of what has been done or what more can be done for my son if we were to hire an attorney. Quita explained step by step that my son was getting the best representation for the level of offense and broke down the different ranges and that with the current representation she did not believe hiring her would be of benefit. We were in Aw of her honesty and if necessary would have at any cost hired her to respresent our son. Thank you so much Quita.

Posted by Susan | April 22, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

The BEST!

My daughter had an on-going court case related to a matter that had occurred several years prior. She had not complied with court orders and then, while very ill, missed a court date with the result a warrant was issued for her arrest. She was terrified. She needed an attorney right away. Ms. St. Jo...hn's name was given to us. I called her that evening and she arranged to meet with us the very next day. She took immediate steps to get the warrant quashed, worked very effectively with the Prosecuting Attorney to get the case back on track, provided advice on the steps necessary to come into compliance and get the matter finally resolved. Five stars are not enough. She is knowledable, professional, direct and obviously knows her stuff. What I truly appreciated was her compassion and the time she took to listen and understand my daughter's circumstances. And she was wonderful about communicating events at each step of the process. I can not recommend her strongly enough! As I stated in the title - THE BEST!

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Quita N J St. John's Lawyer Endorsements

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Cynthia Buhr

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have referred several clients to Quita, and they have been pleased with her work. As one client commented, "she really knows her stuff." Quita is my go-to referral for most criminal defense matters. Additionally, Quita is a very generous member of the legal community with her support for non-profit organizations. I wholeheartedly endorse Quita!"

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Taryn Darling

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Quita is someone who cares deeply about obtaining the best results for her clients. She is compassionate, bright, and diligent. But what sets Quita apart from other attorneys is her direct communication. Among other lawyers she is the first to clarify, the first to offer a unique perspective, and the first to offer thoughtful and considered suggestion or solutions. Her numerous five-star client reviews reflect her client-focused advocacy and her priority to inform her clients about the status of their cases, the choices they have to make, and what they can expect through the process. She is the first person I trust for referrals for potential criminal matters."

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Matthew Leyba

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Quita for many years. She is an excellent attorney and I would not hesitate to recommend her in any criminal matter."

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Joseph Campagna

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I first met Quita years ago, and it was clear from the start that she was a smart, articulate, engaging lawyer and fierce advocate for her clients. I would refer her cases in a heartbeat, and would feel completely comfortable if she were representing me in any sort of criminal matter."

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Patricia Fulton

Criminal defense lawyer | May 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Quita is a passionate advocate for her clients. She works tirelessly on their behalf and has excellent instincts for effective approaches to their cases."

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Andrea Robertson

Criminal defense lawyer | May 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Quita is phenomenal at what she does -- she works extremely hard for her clients and is creative and unafraid of battle. She treats her clients with respect and dignity, and cares for them beyond their cases. She's truly a gifted lawyer and an excellent human being. I feel lucky to know her!"

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Matthew Knauss

Criminal defense lawyer | May 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Quita is an exceptional advocate who gets great results!"

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Stefanie Dorn

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Quita stands apart because in addition to being experienced, intelligent and prepared, she also has a warm and magnetic personality, which puts her clients at ease and makes her an incredibly effective negotiator and trial advocate."

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Denice Gagner

Criminal defense lawyer

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Patricia Fulton

Criminal defense lawyer

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Briteney Mercer

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Lauren McLane

Criminal defense lawyer

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Andrea Robertson

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Stefanie Dorn

Criminal defense lawyer

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Taryn Darling

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Chris Maryatt

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.8 (Superb)

Honors

2016

Client's Choice - DUI & DWI, Avvo

2016

Client's Choice - Domestic Violence, Avvo

2016

Top Attorney - DUI & DWI, Avvo

2016

Top Attorney - Domestic Violence, Avvo

2006

Dean's List, Seattle University School of Law

2005

Dean's List, Seattle University School of Law

2004

Dean's List, Seattle University School of Law

Work Experience

2012 - Present

Managing Partner, St. John Law Group, LLC

2013 - 2014

Public Defender, Juvenile Defenders Office

2009 - 2010

Clerk, King County Superior Court Judge Hollis R. Hill

2006 - 2012

Public Defender, Associated Counsel For The Accused

Associations

2017 - Present

Federal Bar Association

Member

2017 - Present

Northwest Immigration Rights Project

Volunteer Attorney

2008 - Present

QLaw Foundation

Volunteer Attorney

2007 - Present

American Inns of Court

Board of Directors

2006 - Present

Washington Defender Association

Member

2006 - Present

Washington State Bar Association

Member

2006 - Present

Washington Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2006 - Present

QLaw- GLBT Bar Association of Washington

Member

2005 - Present

American Inns of Court

Barrister

2012 - 2017

Camp Ten Trees

Board of Directors

Sample of Legal Cases

Burglary

Pretrial Diversion for a Criminal Trespass

DUI

Reduction to a Reckless Driving

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Education

2006

Seattle University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor, cum laude

1999

University of Vermont

BA - Bachelor of Arts, cum laude

Speaking Engagements

2019

William L. Dwyer American Inn of Court

Mental Health and the Criminal Justice System: From Trueblood to Upstream Innovations and Solutions

2017

William L. Dwyer American Inn of Court

Profiles in Courage: Pioneering Attorneys

2016

William L. Dwyer American Inn of Court

Americans with Disabilities Act, A Review for Attorneys

2016

The Northwest Network

Advocacy in the Criminal Legal System

2015

William L. Dwyer American Inn of Court

Powerful Storytellers: How to Tell Your Story as a Trial Attorney

2015

QLaw Foundation

Ethics in the Legal Clinic Context

2015

Equal Opportunity Employment Commission In House Training

Welcoming LGBTQ Clients

2014

William L. Dwyer American Inn of Court

The Grand Jury Explained

2013

William L. Dwyer Inn of Courts

The Rumsfeldian Aspects of Marriage: The Knowns, Unknowns, and Unknown Unknowns.

2013

QLaw Legal Clinic

Ethics in the Legal Clinic Context

2013

Ignite Education

DUI: Know Your Rights in Washington State

2012

William L. Dwyer American Inn of Court

Lawyer, Lawyer, Pants on Fire: Why Do Lawyers Have a Reputation for Lying?

2012

QLaw Legal Clinic

Ethics in the Legal Clinic Context

Publications

2004

Washington Gender and Justice Commission Judicial Benchguide

Languages

French

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