$ 250-350 per hour
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Melissa Walker Sullivan
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About Melissa
Biography
Before joining the Sullivan Law Group, I worked at the Skagit County Prosecutor's Office for over a decade. Since passing the bar in 2006. I worked as a full time attorney handling all aspects of prosecution from infractions, to all types of misdemeanor and felony cases, to felony appeals. I have tried over fifty cases to verdict. My first trial as a defense lawyer was for a client charged with DUI and Reckless Driving: it resulted in an aquittal on all counts.
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Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
50%
12 years | 60 cases
DUI and DWI
40%
Appeals
5%
20 years | 50 cases
Domestic Violence
5%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Contingency
33%-40%
Retainer
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Licenses
Licensed in Washington for 19 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 2006
No misconduct found
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Showing 1 - 5 of 7 reviews | Lawsuits & Disputes
Posted by Steven | October 30, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Melissa Has your Back!!!
I wholeheartedly recommend Melissa Sullivan to represent you should you find yourself needing legal help. She and her team worked tirelessly to ensure that all aspects of my case were thoroughly investigated, monitored the court system to ensure that no due dates were missed and kept me informed eve...
Posted by Malena | November 04, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
SOC Success
Mellissa went up to bat for me twice, and both cases were dismissed. She was more than fair to me, completely supportive throughout my journey, and gave stellar advice in the years I’ve known her. She was organized, thorough, and I cannot emphasize enough how much I appreciated having her in court wi...
Posted by Robert P. | February 22, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
5 out of 5 recommend!
I couldn't ask for more in an attorney than what Mellisa provided for me! She was kind intelligent and always available for any questions during my case. 5 out of 5 would definitely recommend hiring melissa as your attorney.
Posted by anonymous | April 29, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Melissa is your gal!!!!
Melissa was SO helpful in getting my case declined. She worked hard in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic and once she had information for me she was calling me with updates as soon as she knew something. She fought for me and fought for justice and she was so helpful and kind and answered all me ...
Posted by Jasenka | April 26, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Peace of mind and then some
I was referred to Sullivan Law Group by a coworker last year. I met with Melissa immediately after my incident and she was amazing. I quickly felt the peace of mind that I needed to continue my life given the trouble I would face in the coming months. I hired her on the spot and just now is my case c...
Melissa Walker Sullivan's Lawyer Endorsements
"Melissa is a brilliant no nonsense attorney who is not afraid to go to bat for her clients. She works aggressively to ensure her clients get the best possible outcome."
"I highly recommend Melissa. She is a zealous advocate for her clients and will stop at nothing to reach the best possible outcome in each and every case. I admire her work ethic and her ability to support her clients through every challenge they face. She is definitely someone you want in your corner."
"Ms. Sullivan has a deep and thorough understanding of the law. With this background, while she was a prosecutor, I knew her to be compassionate though, at times, one to be feared. As a criminal defense attorney, she brings all of these skills to benefit the accused. A zealous advocate and a tough litigator, I highly recommend Ms. Sullivan."
"I endorse this lawyer. Melissa is a pit bull in the courtroom and a skilled, successful negotiator. We have worked together on numerous cases and I am consistently impressed by her hard work, preparedness, attention to detail, ans zealous advocacy."
"Melissa is a skilled trial attorney with an extensive knowledge of the criminal justice system. Her experience allows her to identify any weaknesses in a criminal case and use them to negotiate a favorable plea agreement, a reduction in charges, or even a dismissal or acquittal. She is pleasant and professional, maintaining excellent rapport with the court and counsel. Most importantly, Melissa is a formidable advocate for her clients."
"Melissa has developed a reputation over the past decade as a respected and highly intelligent litigator with trial and appellate experience. Her experience as a prosecutor will give her powerful tools to provide a great defense to her criminal defense clients. Her experience will also be invaluable in her work with personal injury clients. In fact, Melissa obtained an outright acquittal in her first DUI trial just 24 hours after joining Sullivan Law Group, PLLC. Any client would be fortunate to have her on their side."
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Experience
Honors
2018
Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers
2016
10 Best for Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys
2016
Top 40 Under 40--Criminal Defense, The National Trial Lawyers
2003
Partial Academic Scholarship, Seattle University School of Law
2002
Phi Beta Kappa membership, Santa Clara University
1998
Full Academic Scholarship, Santa Clara University
Work Experience
2015 - Present
Partner, Sullivan Law Group, PLLC
2009 - 2009
Completed DRE pre-school, WSP
2009 - 2009
Completed Standardized Field Sobreity Test Training, Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission
2006 - 2015
Deputy Prosecutor, Skagit County Prosecutor's Office
2004 - 2006
Rule 9 Legal Intern, Skagit County Prosecutor's Office
2002 - 2003
Customer Service Manager, U.S. Bank
Associations
2016 - Present
Washington Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2006 - Present
Washington State Bar AssociationMember
2015 - 2016
Snohomish County Bar AssociationMember
2007 - 2016
Skagit County Bar Associationmember
Sample of Legal Cases
State v. P.B.
Acquittal
State v. Charles Feld
Prevailed on Appeal
State v. Willis C. Moore
Prevailed on Appeal
State v. Brian E.L. Lane JR.
Prevailed on Appeal
State v. Diego Marin
Prevailed on Appeal
Education
2006
Seattle University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2002
Santa Clara University
Bachelor of Science
2002
Santa Clara University
Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2016
Post-Conviction Issues for Trial Lawyers
Appeals
2015
Washington State Patrol Annual Training in Skagit County
DUI Law Update
2015
Annual Legal Law Enforcement Update Training
Law Enforcement - Legal Update
2014
Annual Training for Swinomish Tribal Police
Search and Seizure Case Law Update
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers