Rafe Schwimmer graduated Phi Beta Kappa from City College of the City University of New York in 1973 (B.A. American History). He attended the College of Law, University of Iowa (J.D. 1976). Rafe is a member of the Washington State Bar Association, and the Iowa (inactive) and Illinois Bar (inactive). He is also a member of the Washington State Bar Association's Family Law and Criminal Law Sections; Washington Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers; and Snohomish County Bar Association Family Law section.
He has practiced in Iowa from 1976 - 1977, Illinois 1977 - 1980, and in Everett, Washington from 1980 to present. His practice has focused on trial litigation - family law, criminal defense, and personal injury. His practice includes District Court, Superior Court, and Appeals. He is an arbitrator for the Snohomish County Superior Court and a member of the Snohomish County Library Board.
Rafe has served as a Judge Pro Tempore in Snohomish County Juvenile Court. In addition, he is a volunteer with the family law clinic and legal aid program.
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1721 Hewitt Avenue, Suite 600, Everett, WA, 98201-3546
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Posted by anonymous | December 16, 2013 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Nice, but ineffective.
While Rafe was always pleasant and personable, it became almost immediately apparent that he did not focus on details, or retain them. He would email and call both of us daily, often asking the same question. Eventually we asked him to focus on the specifics of the information we were providing him...
Posted by anonymous | November 10, 2010
Good Experience
Excellent Job! Rafe performed well and truly cares and guides his clients throughout the whole process. He thoroughly reviewed all aspects and left no stone unturned. Overall, he took a rather difficult issue and found a way to make it accessible while easing the burden on the client. Furthermore,...
Posted by anonymous | February 12, 2009
Previous Client
Rafe and his team were extraordinary. They were available to answer questions whenever I needed help. They were supportive and kept me informed every step of the way. The team is caring and kind. Rafe was knowledgable and was able to advocate for me and even when I was resistant to something, hel...
Posted by anonymous | January 23, 2008 | Guardianship
Rafe
Rafe is the rare lawyer who is kind, decent, and cares about his clients. His goal seems to be to settle a case with the least acrimony and the best result , although I could see he wouldn't flich from a fight, if necessary. Rafe represented me in a guardianship case and, while this was not his area ...
"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Rafe as an attorney or as a mediator on a number of occasions in the past few years. Rafe is a very well respected attorney, knowledgeable and caring. I would certainly recommend Rafe as an attorney to any potential client."
"I have the opportunity and pleasure to consult with Mr. Schwimmer on a number of family law and criminal defense questions. He understands the law and is able to apply it in a very insghtful manner. Most importantly, he is a highly ethical lawyer in an area of law where personal integrity is paramount. I would go to him for advice anytime. I wholly endorse this lawyer."
"I have had the pleasure of working with Rafe as opposing counsel many times. He serves his clients with broad legal knowledge, dedication and compassion. He is a well recognized practitioner in our community and clients will be well served by his work."
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1973
Phi Beta Kappa, City College of the City University of New York
2005 - Present
Partner, Schwimmer First LLP
1997 - 2004
Partner, Dupuis & Schwimmer
1990 - 1997
Partner, Patterson Rowley & Schwimmer
1980 - 1990
Assistant Director, Snohomish County Public Defender Association
1977 - 1980
Assistant Appellate Defender, Office of the State Appellate Defender
1976 - 1977
Associate, Law Office Jerry Lovelace
1994 - Present
Snohomish County Law LibraryMember of Board of Directors
1983 - Present
Washington Association of Criminal Defense AttorneysMember
1982 - Present
Snohomish County Bar AssociationMember
1981 - Present
Washington State Bar AssociationMember
The court found an ilegal stop and frisk occurred.
1976
JD - Juris Doctor
1973
BA - Bachelor of Arts - Phi Beta Kappa
1996
Pros and Cons
1995
Criminal Procedure
1994
The Child Interview
1988
Co-Chair:The Art of Trial Practice
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