Raymond W. Ejarque

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Raymond W. Ejarque

also known as Ray Ejarque

5.0
33 reviews
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Rating: 9.6

Licensed for 31 years

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

Melbourne Tower, 1511 Third Ave, Suite 621, Seattle, WA

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About Raymond

Biography

Affordable, Experienced and Aggressive DUI defense. We offer payment plans!! Call us at 206-488-1816

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

DUI and DWI 75%

31 years

75%
Criminal Defense 25%

31 years

25%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2011

Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 31 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 1994

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Massachusetts for 24 years

State: Massachusetts

Acquired: 2002

Retired

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Raymond Ejarque

Melbourne Tower, 1511 Third Ave, Suite 621, Seattle, WA, 98101

www.seattle-duidefense.com

Raymond W. Ejarque's Reviews

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Posted by Orlando W Paz Soldan | June 17, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Excellent

Excelente abogado, estudia,el caso a consciencia, siendo como representante , todo un Profesional, llegando a los mejores resultados, mas alla de mi espectativa, con el Dr Raymond W Ejarque,esta en buenas manos, hara todo lo pisible, por resolver su problema, bajo cualquier circunstancia que se encu...entre. 100%..recomiendo a este magnifico abogado, y le agradesco como ud lo hara el dia que el, lo represente.

Posted by anonymous | January 5, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

A great lawyer!

In 2017 he was able to get my case dropped. He has a great attitude, and makes sure that there is always a translator available for you so you understand completely what is happening. I was very happy with his professionalism as well as knowledge. -Roberto

Posted by Mikkel | February 20, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Fought DUI, Prevented jail time

Raymond showed up to all my hearings, and was willing to explain the situation with my DUI really well. I was able to make informed decisions about the case, the DOL hearing, and how to avoid jail time. I would use Raymond again in a heart beat. I managed to get a reasonable out come and didn't serve... a minute in jail.

Posted by Erick Poncio | October 18, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Excelente abogado estubo en todas las Cortes conmigo muy amable y atento hasta que gano mi caso lo recomiendo

Excelente abogado gano mi caso y estubo en todas las cortes conmigo y muy económico lo recomiendo alas personas

Posted by Ryan | April 7, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Honorable Man

Mr. Ejarque was honest with me from the very beginning. He explained the seriousness of my charges and the likelihood of sentencing. He worked diligently on several different scenarios as well as advised me on several opportunistic matters I handled simultaneously. While I ended up with a guilty plea..., I can say without a doubt that this turned the most favorable outcome toward me. He was extremely conscientious of maintaining ethically appropriate strategies and used the perfect amount of tact for my case to be presented in a manner that coincided with our mutually-agreed opinion of a desirable sentence. This man does not show-boat or manipulate gray areas; he understands the options and forms a strategy for each scenario. I highly recommend Mr. Ejarque!

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Raymond W. Ejarque's Lawyer Endorsements

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Shakespear Feyissa

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Ray because he is an exceptional and great Criminal Defense lawyer. I know this not only by working with him, but I have had many clients of his who told me so. Ray is a passionate, caring, and highly dedicated defense lawyer who takes his clients cases personally and obtains desired results all the time. I am proud of Ray, and endorse him with full confidence."

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Kurt Bennett

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jul 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ray is always up to speed on the current law and the hot issues that will benefit his clients. He is always prepared for court and has good working relationships with all the court staff."

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Nicole Chafetz

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 02

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I knew him for many years as a child welfare lawyer where I worked both as a teammate with him and as an opponent. He was an excellent lawyer and though I've not seen his work as a criminal attorney (only family law), I have read his client and peer reviews. It looks as though he is doing as well in his current area of law as he did in his former area. I wouldn't put that past Ray! I assume that he can do anything he wants to do! He sure is smart and court savvy!"

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | May 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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Timothy Vanderweert

DUI and DWI lawyer | Dec 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ray is a great DUI attorney!"

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Shawn Crowley

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Ejarque is an experienced, smart attorney who works hard for his clients. I've had the pleasure of working and consulting with him on criminal cases and dependency cases. He is professional in all respects and I would recommend him without reservation."

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Rebecca White

DUI and DWI lawyer | Sep 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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David O

Criminal defense lawyer | May 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ray is a great attorney. I worked with him for approximately a year and was always impressed by the way he handled all of his cases."

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Kris Jensen

Criminal defense lawyer | May 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ray has tons of experience and gets good results for his clients. I recommend him without hesitation. Kris Jensen, JensenLegal.com"

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David Hammerstad

DUI and DWI lawyer | May 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I am privileged to endorse Ray Ejarque. I have known and worked with Ray for over a decade. He is one of the most compassionate, creative, and dedicated lawyers I have ever known. Whether he was representing a parent in danger of losing custody of her child or defending a client facing a DUI, Ray has always cared deeply about his clients and the cause of justice. I would not hesitate to refer any of my closest friends or loved ones to Ray if they needed a strong and compassionate advocate."

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Jan Olson

DUI and DWI lawyer | May 04

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I have known Ray for more than twenty years. We first met as adversaries in trial. He is the rare blend of aggressive trial litigator and gentleman that is the best of our profession. I continue to watch him in Court, and notice that he always earns the respect of prosecutors and judges. Clients will find him compassionate, and caring. I often notice how much energy and time he devotes to explaining matters carefully to Clients to make sure they understand not only a document or a Court ruling, but how legal stuff will effect their lives in the future. I also noticed how much he truly cares about his Client's welfare. This is a person who can be trusted to look out for the Client's best interest."

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Corey Parker

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Raymond always has a cool demeanor in court, leading to the respect of many judges and prosecutors. He truly cares about his clients and has a great legal mind. He works tirelessly to obtain good results for his clients. I endorse him wholeheartedly."

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C. Phil Su

DUI and DWI lawyer | Mar 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Ejarque is an excellent trial attorney who zealously defends his clients. He has unparalleled knowledge of DUI laws and is always at the front line of high profile DUI defense cases. Mr. Ejarque is generous with sharing his knowledge with other lawyers in the community and is well respected by his peers and opponents alike. I endorse this attorney's work."

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Nors Davidson

DUI and DWI lawyer | May 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work."

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Kirk Davis

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 06

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Ray and I worked together on a case, so I had the opportunity to observe his work. He did a great job and wound up getting his client's case dismissed. You can't do better than that. I endorse Ray for criminal defense cases."

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Nathaniel Wylie

DUI and DWI lawyer | Dec 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Ejarque is an extremely knowledgeable attorney and an aggressive advocate for his clients. I consult with him on a regular basis, and will continue to do so in the future. I endorse his work without hesitation."

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Damon Shadid

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I work in the same building as Ray and can personally vouch for his aggressive representation of his clients. He is smart and personable. I endorse this lawyer's work."

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Donald Ramsell

DUI and DWI lawyer | Sep 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. Raymond is considered to be aggressive, hard working, and a valuable attorney by his clients. You should be calling this attorney if you have been arrested for DUI/DWI."

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Jeffrey Goldman

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jul 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ray is a tireless advocate for those in need of DUI representation. He is also one of the funniest and most honest people in the profession. I have sought his advice on many DUI cases and will continue to do so in the future. His follow through is outstanding."

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Andrew Huff

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. Ray is an excellent attorney, highly skilled in the courtroom and extremely professional."

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Shakespear Feyissa

Personal injury lawyer

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Anna Brusanowski

Criminal defense lawyer

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Shira Stefanik

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Shawn Crowley

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Saad Qadri

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Miren First

Criminal defense lawyer

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Kris Jensen

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Jon Fox

DUI and DWI lawyer

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David Hammerstad

Criminal defense lawyer

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Jan Olson

Criminal defense lawyer

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Damian Mendez

Criminal defense lawyer

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Mark Lee

Criminal defense lawyer

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Charles Rehm

Family lawyer

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Lance Lee

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Lauren Wegener

Criminal defense lawyer

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Jeffrey Gregory

Criminal defense lawyer

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David O

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Mark Blair

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Corey Parker

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Kirk Davis

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.6 (Superb)

Honors

2020

Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell

2011

completion confirmation, Defending DUI's, Washington Foundation for Criminal Justice

2010

completion confirmation, Defending DUI's, Washington Foundation for Criminal Justice

2009

completion confirmation, Defending DUI's, Washington Foundation for Criminal Justice

2009

completion confirmation, Strategies in defending dui cases, lorman educational services

2008

certificate of training - DWI detection & field Sobriety testing, La Pier & Associates

2008

completion confirmation, Defending DUI's, Washington Foundation for Criminal Justice

2007

completion confirmation, Defending DUI's, Washington Foundation for Criminal Justice

2007

completion confirmation, the basics of dui defense, Washington Defender Association

2007

completion confirmation, District Court Practice, Washington Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

2006

completion certificate, Defending Dui's, Washington Foundation for Criminal Justice

2003

Certificate of Appreciation, Washington State Bar Association: Washington Young Lawyers Division

Work Experience

2005 - Present

Attorney, Law Office of Raymond W. Ejarque, llc.

2002 - 2005

Public Defender, Northwest Defender Association

2000 - 2001

Public Defender, New Hampshire Public Defender Office

1997 - 2000

Attorney, Law Office of Raymond W. Ejarque

1994 - 1997

Attorney, Barker & Howard Law Firm

1993 - 1994

Rule 9 and then Staff Attorney, Evergreen Legal Services

Associations

2006 - Present

Washington Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2006 - Present

King County Bar Association

attorney member

2001 - Present

Massachusetts Bar Association

in-active attorney member

2000 - Present

New Hampshire Bar Association

in-active attorney member

1996 - Present

Washington Defender Association

Member

1994 - Present

Washington Bar Association

active member

2011 - 2012

Citizens for Judicial Excellence

Member

1995 - 1996

Washington Bar Association: young lawyer division

network representative

1995 - 1996

Columbia Valley Community Health Clinic

Board member

1994 - 1994

American Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

State of Washington vs. D.M

reduced to reckless driving

State of Washington vs. J.J

reduced to reckless driving

state of Washington vs. R.J

not guilty

State of Washington Vs. R.C

reduced to negligent driving

State of Washington vs. S.R

reduced to negligent driving

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Education

1993

University of New Hampshire School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1987

University of New Hampshire

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2019

Emerlad City Open

Judge and speaker for Mock Trial

2011

Handling First DUI Case: March 29th, 2011 Handling first DUI Case

2011

Handling first DUI case: July 19th ,2011 Handling first DUI Case

2004

Northwest Defender Association Training

Juvenille Court training

2003

Pre-Law Leadership conference

Mock Trial

2001

New Hampshire Public Defender training

District Court

1994

Mobile Home tenant Rigths

Tenant Rights for mobile home tenants

Publications

2018

La Raza Del Noroeste Nadien se libra de los ordenes de arresto

2016

La Raza De Noroeste Sus Derechos Cuando es parado por la policia

2016

La Raza Del Noroeste Un caso penal sin resolver en su registro puede causar problemas graves

2016

La Raza Del Noroeste Como proteger su derecho despues de un arresto por DUI

2011

Handling first DUI case: LawReviewCle materials. "motion and order suppressing BAC"

2009

"strategies in Defending DUI Cases": Lorman cle materials. seminar id 382341 What do field sobriety test actually test?

Languages

Spanish

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