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Laura Suzanne Shaver
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Biography
Laura Shaver has been practicing law since 2011, focusing on criminal defense. She focuses her practice on the representation of juveniles and adults accused of misdemeanors and felonies.
Ms. Shaver began her legal career in the San Diego Public Defender’s Office where she worked closely on several homicide cases before transferring to the Major Felony Unit where the majority of her caseload consisted of three-strike cases. During this time, Ms. Shaver also dedicated her free time to the California Innocence Project where she assisted staff attorneys in proving factual innocence for the wrongfully accused and incarcerated.
Upon graduating law school, Ms. Shaver returned home, to the Pacific Northwest. After passing the Washington State Bar she continued to exclusively practice criminal defense representing people accused of misdemeanors and felonies. She has served as lead counsel on cases ranging from murder to sexual assault to theft at the trial court level.
Ms. Shaver also handles post-conviction matters such as, relief from sex offender registration, modifying community custody conditions, DOC issues, vacating and sealing convictions, direct appeals to the Superior Court and the Court of Appeals, clemency and pardons petitions, and CrR 7.8 Motions.
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Licensed in Washington for 14 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 2011
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Law Office of Laura Shaver
3120 Broadway, Everett, WA, 98201
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Posted by anonymous | December 09, 2019 | Hired Attorney
My review for Laura
I was thankful for what Laura was capable of doing for my case. Things didn’t seem optimal based on certain people not with to try to work out an alternative outcome, but she did everything in her power to make my situation turn out the best it could based on our restrictions. The only thing I will s...
Posted by anonymous | December 08, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Client
Laura represented me in an assault case. She worked hard with the prosecutor to try and get my case dismiss due to lack of evidence, but I ended up getting my case deferred with no jail time. She is an awesome attorney who goes out of her way to make sure you get the best representation you can get a...
Posted by anonymous | January 10, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Great listener, effective, and affordable
Ms. Shaver listened to all of my concerns regarding my case. She was very thorough with explaining to me the pros and cons of possible outcomes regarding my legal matter, and my options for providing possible witnesses pertinent to my case. Ms. Shaver was able to get my case dismissed by the Judge. I...
Posted by Sandy | June 30, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Amazing Lawyer
We hired Laura Shaver to represent our son in 2 counties on some Big Charges, She was Amazing she worked very hard and got the results we needed. She was very personable to myself being the Mom and attentive despite her case load to my son. I cannot say enough about her ! She is an Amazing Lawyer and...
Posted by Ciera | March 18, 2017 | Hired Attorney
Excellent representation
Laura was a great attorney - she really listened to me and valued my situation. She worked really hard to get me the best possible deal and I was impressed with her tenacity and grit. I'd definitely hire her again.
Laura Suzanne Shaver's Lawyer Endorsements
"Laura is tenacious, compassionate, knowledgeable, and extraordinarily dedicated to fighting for her clients. I highly recommend her."
"Laura is a dedicated, compassionate attorney who works fearlessly for her clients. She never gives up and nothing gets in her way. I have worked with her on a number of cases and I know that my clients are always in good hands when she is helping them."
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"Laura is an outstanding attorney who is both skilled and compassionate. I give her my full endorsement."
"I endorse this lawyer. I consider Laura a friend as well as a colleague - and having seen how hard she works for her clients - I would trust her to take care of MY clients - which is the highest compliment I can give."
"Laura Shaver is an excellent attorney who really knows the law and fights hard for her clients. I fully endorse this attorney."
"I am impressed with her skill and tenacity in advocating for her clients. I do endorse this lawyer."
"Skilled and tenacious advocate for her clients."
"Laura and I collaborate on many cases. Laura is sharp, witty, and knows how to think outside the box. Laura's ability to make a prosecutor flustered is the skill I admire most about her."
"Laura is a caring, intelligent, dedicated advocate. She always goes above-and-beyond to ensure her clients are provided every opportunity and advantage in their case against the state."
"I endorse this lawyer. Outstanding member of the legal profession!"
"I attended Law School with Laura in San Diego. Over the years I have been extremely impressed with Laura's commitment to her clients and the field of criminal defense. I highly endorse Laura as a trustworthy attorney who will fight zealously for her clients."
"I proudly endorse this lawyer. Attorney O'Neal is well respected both in her own legal community and here within the AVVO community. I recommend this attorney to anyone in need of criminal defense representation."
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"I endorse this lawyer. Laura is a compassionate and dedicated attorney who fights hard for her clients and gets results."
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"Laura is a dedicated advocate for her clients, working hard to get them the best possible result."
"Laura is passionate about her criminal defense practice. I highly recommend her."
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Experience
Honors
2022
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2021
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2020
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2019
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2018
Client's Choice, Avvo
2018
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2018
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2017
Client's Choice, Avvo
2017
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2012
Client's Choice, Avvo
2011
Charles T. Bumer Civil Libertarian Award, National Lawyers Guild
2011
Who's Who Among Students in American Universities, Who's Who Legal
Work Experience
2017 - Present
Attorney, Law Office of Laura Shaver
2014 - 2017
Attorney, Mazzone Law Firm
2012 - 2014
Staff Attorney, Yakima County Dept. of Assigned Counsel
2011 - 2012
Attorney, Horwath Law
2010 - 2010
Judicial Clerk, San Diego Superior Court
2009 - 2011
Law Clerk, San Diego County Public Defender
2009 - 2009
Law Clerk, California Innocence Project
Associations
2017 - Present
Washington Women Lawyers
2015 - Present
Washington Association of Criminal Defense LawyersBoard Member
2014 - Present
Snohomish County Bar AssociationMember
2012 - Present
Washington Defender AssociationMember
2011 - Present
Washington Association Criminal Defense LawyersMember
Education
2011
Thomas Jefferson School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2007
San Diego State University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2017
Fighting the Good Fight
Mounting a Defense Through the Public Records Act
2017
Annual Conference
Amended CrR 3.2
Publications
2017
Defense Magazine (WACDL)
Sentencing: Taking Youthfulness into Account
2016
Defense Magazine (WACDL)
The Disabled: Trueblood and the nuts and bolts of RCW 10.77
Languages
English
Activity
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