Mychael R Raya

Mychael R Raya

4.9
Rating: 8.7

Licensed for 18 years

Government Lawyer at Bremerton, WA
Practice Areas: Government

345 6th Street, 600, Bremerton, WA

This attorney is currently not accepting new clients.
Reason: Government Attorney

About Mychael

Practice Areas

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Practice Area

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 18 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 2007

Active

No misconduct found

Location

City of Bremerton

345 6th Street, 600, Bremerton, WA, 98337

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Mychael R Raya's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

9 Client Reviews

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Posted by Stephen | October 30, 2013 | Criminal Defense

Highly Recommended!

Mychael Raya did an exceptional job for us when I hired him to represent my brother-in-law. It was a unique situation that the police & prosecutors were handling 'by the book', and rightfully so, but Mychael did an outstanding job conveying the nuances of our case to the prosecutor BEFORE it went to... trial. He also was open-minded enough to let me have input on the matter. So, if I were asked what made the entire endeavor successful, I would say its about relationships. Mychael did a great job relating to my brother-in-law's dilemma, relating to me in what I was trying to accomplish, and, most importantly, relating to the prosecutor and judge in a way that was successful and brought forth the desired outcome. I wouldn't hesitate to hire him again if needed, or recommend him to a friend.

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Mychael R Raya's Lawyer Endorsements

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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Zachery Luce

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I recommend Mychael to anyone looking for a criminal defense lawyer, in particular, help with a DUI. Mychael is knowledgeable, professional and dedicated. I have had the opportunity to refer clients to Mychael and all have been incredible satisfied."

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Timothy Kelly

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I sat as a Judge Pro Tem several times in the Bremerton Municipal Court when Mychael Raya was serving as the Public Defender. Unlike most public defenders with overwhelming caseloads, Mr. Raya presented each case to the court as if it were his only one. He was dedicated to each client and had great knowledge of every case. He always presented candid, intelligent and thoughtful arguments. I have also worked along side Mr. Raya as a criminal defense attorney in many courts in Kitsap and Pierce Counties. He continues to maintain the highest levels of commitment to his clients and is securing an excellent reputation amongst legal professionals in the area. He is truly a "rising star" in the criminal defense field in Western Washington."

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Brittany Arnold

DUI and DWI lawyer | Apr 19

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Mychael and I have worked together on a number of matters. His depth of knowledge regarding criminal, and especially DUI/DWI, matters is impressive. He is also a great communicator and genuinely a very nice person to work with. I would highly recommend Mychael to anyone seeking a great criminal defense attorney."

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Tyler Hotchkiss

DUI and DWI lawyer | Apr 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"A smart lawyer who is not afraid of trial. Aggressive and thorough, I would not hesitate to recommend Mr. Raya to anyone who needs an aggressive defense."

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Douglas Lineberry

DUI and DWI lawyer | Apr 11

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"I'm pleased to endorse Mychael and recommend him for DUI and general criminal matters. Mychael was an associate attorney at my firm for two years and I had numerous opportunities to observe his work. I would not hesitate to have him assist with matters for my clients and I was always pleased with his work. Mychael is thorough, diligent, results-oriented and offers practical counsel to his clients. I am confident referring potential clients to him and know that he will always do an outstanding job. I would gladly work with Mychael again in the future."

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Donald Kenney

DUI and DWI lawyer | Apr 10

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Mychael worked for our firm for over two years. During that time i had the opportunity to work with him and observe him. I know that he does a great job on DUI and criminal defense matters. He has several years experience in those areas and achieves excellent results for his clients. I wholeheartedly endorse him for these areas of law."

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Elizabeth Thompson

DUI and DWI lawyer | Apr 08

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Mychael is a talented and skillful attorney in DUI/DWI, criminal, and general litigation matters. Mychael is thorough in his analysis and offers excellent practical results-oriented advise. He is calm under pressure and stands up for his clients. Mychael is versatile in his approach to problem solving, and he is the attorney you want on your side when you are facing a tough problem. I highly endorse this talented attorney."

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Experience

Rating:  8.7 (Excellent)

Honors

2013

Clients' Choice Award- DUI, Avvo

2010

Certificate of Appreciation, Kitsap County Youth Court

2000

University Achievement Award, Washington State University

2000

University Scholar in Residence, Washington State University

Work Experience

2014 - Present

Prosecutor, City of Bremerton

2012 - 2014

Owner, Raya Law, PLLC

2010 - 2012

Associate Attorney, Luce, Lineberry & Kenney, PS

2008 - 2010

Associate Attorney, Rovang Fong & Associates

2006 - 2007

Legal Intern, Mark E. Vovos, PS

Associations

2008 - Present

United States District Court for the Western District of Washington

Admitted

2008 - Present

Kitsap County Bar Association

Member

2007 - Present

Washington State Bar Association

Member

2012 - 2013

Tacoma Pierce County Bar Association

Member

2008 - 2011

Washington Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Port Orchard v. BR

DOL suspension dismissed/DUI charge dismissed and re-filed as Negligent Driving 1

State v. MR

Speeding Ticket Dismissed

State v. JD

Felony Residential Burglary amended to misdemeanor

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Education

2007

Gonzaga University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2004

Washington State University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2012

BNI

Bankruptcy Basics

2011

Real Estate Professionals

Foreclosure Fairness Act

Languages

English

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