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Brent Thompson is the associate attorney of Platt & Buescher. He grew up in Oak Harbor, Washington and graduated from Oak Harbor High School in 2002. In 2006, he received his Bachelor's Degree from Western Washington University. Before graduate school he spent time commercial fishing in Alaska and working for a local construction company. Later, Mr. Thompson accepted a scholarship from a small Christian law school, and was granted a limited license to practice law as an intern at Platt & Buescher.
Mr. Thompson graduated cum laude from Liberty University School of Law in 2011, admitted to practice law in the state of Washington and United States District Court of the Western District of Washington, and became a member of the Washington Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers.
Mr. Thompson's practice focuses on criminal defense including Driving Under the Influence (DUI), Reckless and Negligent Driving, Drug Delivery or Possession, Assault, Domestic Violence, Theft, misdemeanors and gross misdemeanors, and certain felony cases.
A skilled and passionate legal writer and researcher, Brent Thompson possesses great knowledge concerning search and seizure law, evidence, and criminal procedure. He has done significant and meaningful work on serious felony cases including a high profile first degree murder case receiving national media attention, a complex conspiracy charged in federal court involving an international drug smuggling operation, and other major felonies while working with Craig Platt.
Brent's skills have presented strong challenges for state and federal prosecutors. Mr. Thompson's practice also emphasizes post-conviction relief, including firearm rights restoration, vacation of prior adult felonies and misdemeanors, and sealing juvenile criminal records. He finds post-conviction motions practice rewarding because it provides those who have changed with relief from past mistakes. He is also passionate about the individual right of responsible, law abiding citizens to keep and possess firearms in a safe manner and holds vast knowledge concerning Second Amendment jurisprudence and firearm laws.
Beyond criminal matters, Brent also provides passionate representation to family law clients. He recognizes that dissolutions and child custody matters are very difficult emotionally and financially and strives to provide zealous representation and honest advice. Mr. Thompson also accepts some tort claims and car accident cases, but is selective.
Mr. Thompson has served hundreds of clients since joining Platt & Buescher, and has also done volunteer work for the Island County Volunteer Lawyer Program. Mr. Thompson is dedicated to providing zealous advocacy and exercising due diligence in all of his cases.
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180 NW Coveland St., Coupeville, WA, 98239
Po Box 727, Coupeville, WA, 98239-0727
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Posted by anonymous | April 23, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Not All Heroes Wear Capes - Brent is the Lawyer You Want in Your Corner
When I faced an assault DV4 charge, with a prosecutor demanding a guilty plea, the situation seemed dire. The evidence was heavily against me. Despite these challenges, Brent Thompson guided me with patience and expertise, achieving a resolution through a stipulated order of continuance (SOC). His de...
Posted by Branden | June 30, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Great attorney
I had a false harassment protection order filed against me by squatters living on my property that would not leave I contacted Brent Thompson and explain the situation he told me what his retainer was which was very fair considering the scope of what I was facing. He immediately went to work putting ...
Posted by Damien Cortez | April 24, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Gun Law
Great dedication
Mr. Thomson was awesome in not only restoring my fire arms rights, but with following through when the FBI didn't process my restoration. He was genuinely upset that my restoration had not been followed through with by the FBI and He pushed until I was able to buy a fire arm without issue. As soon a...
Posted by anonymous | January 08, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Domestic Violence
Exceptional Attorney
I was falsely charged with domestic violence, after telling my wife I want a divorce. We had been married for one year. I met Brent, he explained all the charges in detail. Brent is highly skilled, I knew he was the right attorney for me. It took sometime but in the end Brent Thompson was able to gat...
Posted by Wesley | November 09, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Phenomenal Lawyer!
Mr. Thompson is definitely great at what he does! I’m currently in the military and was falsely arrested and charged with a crime I did not commit. With this being my first offense and not knowing much about the legal system and how it works, Mr. Thompson educated me and explained a lot of informatio...
"I endorse Brent Thompson. I have worked with Mr. Thompson on several matters and have relied on his expertise on specialized issues in a few cases. I can refer cases to Mr. Thomspon without hesitation, as I have seen him both in the courtroom and behind the scenes working with clients. He is a tireless advocate and doe snot stop until he achieves the best possible result for his clients. Brent is personable but tenacious and is an excellent lawyer."
"I've known Mr. Thompson for many years. Few attorneys approach each case with his dedication and care. He is very knowledgeable and is great in the courtroom. If you are in trouble, give Brent a call!"
"Brent is the most competent, hard working, creative, and diligent lawyer I have ever met. I mean that from the bottom of my heart. He obsesses over every detail of every case, constantly trying to get the best possible result for every client. Funny thing is that, after all that commitment to his work, he does get the best results possible. Recently he sued the Federal Government on a gun rights case. I had my doubts that it was a good idea. The Feds can be, shall we say, difficult?. He not only devoted himself to the work, but he won what many would consider to be a virtually impossible case. And he got the judge to order the US Attorney's Office to pay for our client's legal fees in the process. Need I say more? Brent is a phenomenal lawyer and every one of his clients is in great hands."
"Brent has the guts and expertise to take on the federal government over the denial of firearm rights. Lots of people talk about it but he has done it."
"Brent and I have collaborated on cases together and he is very determined to seek justice for his clients."
Family lawyer
Criminal defense lawyer
2018
Best Law Firms for Criminal Defense: General Practice, U.S. News & World Report L.P.
2012 - Present
Attorney, Platt & Buescher Attorneys at Law
2010 - 2012
APR 9 Intern, Platt & Buescher
2012 - Present
Washington Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
Past Board Member
2011
JD - Juris Doctor (Cum Laude)
2006
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2018
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2017
2014
Sealing Juvenile Offenses and Vacation of Adult Misdemeanors and Felonies
2013
Sealing Juvenile Offenses and Vacation of Adult Misdemeanors and Felonies
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