Jared Ausserer

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Jared Ausserer

5.0
Rating: 9.7

Licensed for 23 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Tacoma, WA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Violent Crime, Sex Crime

708 Broadway, suite 400, Tacoma, WA

Virtual Consultation Available

About Jared

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 30%

Homicide (Murder/Manslaughter) Sex Offenses (Rape/Molestation/Indecent Liberties) Drugs (Possession with Intent/Manufacturing/Delivery) Vehicular (DUI/Vehicular Assault/Vehicular Homicide Violent Crimes (Robbery/Assault/Kidnapping) Misdemeanors

26 years | 100 cases

30%
DUI and DWI 30%

30%
Sex Crime 20%

20%
Violent Crime 20%

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 23 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 2002

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Puget Law Group

708 Broadway, suite 400, Tacoma, WA, 98402

pugetlawgroup.com/

Online Presence

Other places you can find Jared online.

Jared Ausserer's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

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Posted by Eric | June 10, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Unmatched skill, unshakable defense. Jared gave me my life back.

Retaining Jared was hands down the best decision I’ve ever made. He substituted in just two months before trial and immediately took control like he’d been on the case from day one. I was innocent and wrongly charged, but the system didn’t care. The prosecutor was throwing every trick they had at me ...to try and get a conviction no matter what the truth was. Jared saw right through it. He saw through every move they tried to make. He knows the prosecutor’s playbook better than they do, and he made sure I understood exactly what they were doing and how we were going to counter it. He didn’t just defend me, he dismantled their case piece by piece. Jared is sharp, calm under pressure, and knows the law inside and out. Watching him work in court was like watching a pro in total control. In the end, he got a not guilty verdict on one of the biggest charges, and the rest were dismissed. I honestly don’t know how many lawyers could’ve pulled that off with the time crunch he had. If you’re facing serious charges and need someone who’s smart, fearless, and actually fights for you… there’s no one better than Jared. He gave me my life back.

Posted by Matt | January 07, 2019 | Hired Attorney

Exactly what I needed

Jared was exactly what I needed and controlled the entire process from inception to completion. He was professional, efficient, and ultimately (most importantly) successful. I hope I don’t need an attorney again but if I do it will be Jared.

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Jared Ausserer's Lawyer Endorsements

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Casey Arbenz

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 03

Relationship: Co-worker

"Jared is the finest trial lawyer I have seen! I highly endorse him."

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Angelica Williams

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have worked with Jared for over 10 years, first as a colleague and then he was my supervisor. As a prosecutor he was committed to doing the right thing for the right reason. He wasn't afraid to go to trial and when he did, he always had a thorough understanding of the case and its particular nuances. He is one of the few attorneys I would hire for myself or my family if I needed to. I have no doubt he will bring the same work ethic and intelligence to his cases as a criminal defense attorney as he did when he was a prosecutor."

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John Sheeran

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 07

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. Jared knows how to win and take care of his clients."

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Dan Fiorito

Unknown lawyer | Jan 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jared is a criminal practitioner of the highest caliber who knows the criminal justice system inside out. Not only is he a remarkable advocate with nearly 20 years of complex trial experience, he works hard and is compassionate. Jared knows how to prepare a case for the best possible outcome. Anybody facing criminal charges would be smart to hire Jared. He is an exceptional lawyer."

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Timothy Healy

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 06

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jesse Williams

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"As a prosecutor, Jared was a formidable advocate entrusted with the most serious cases. He was extremely smart, thorough, and a savvy tactician. I would expect nothing less from him now that he advocates on behalf of those accused of a crime."

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Tim Lewis

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Jared Ausserer is one of the finest trial attorneys I have ever known. Anyone charged with a crime would be very fortunate to have Jared representing them."

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Erika Nohavec

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jared is the BEST of the best. He is smart, strategic, and a great person. He works hard for his clients. Jared is the first person I would recommend if my family/friends need an advocate."

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Dawn Farina

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jared is an exceptional lawyer. He is one of the best trial lawyers in the business. He is smart, strategic, works hard, and looks out for his client’s interests."

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Sunni Ko

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 04

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Stewart Estes

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 03

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Jared is a brilliant and hard working lawyer who gets great results."

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Nichole Fisher

Criminal defense lawyer

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Gina Buskirk

Criminal defense lawyer

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Timothy Healy

Criminal defense lawyer

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Brett Purtzer

Criminal defense lawyer

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Michael Stewart

Criminal defense lawyer

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Barbara Bowden

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Michael Carpenter

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.7 (Superb)

Honors

2019

10 Best Attorneys, American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys

N/A

Dean's scholarship, Seattle University School of Law

Work Experience

2018 - 2019

Chief Criminal Deputy, Pierce County Prosecuting Attorney's Office

2014 - 2018

Homicide Division Chief, Pierce County Prosecuting Attorney's Office

2013 - 2013

Judge Pro Tem, Olympia Municipal Court

2012 - 2014

SAU Team Chief, Pierce County Prosecuting Attorney's Office

2003 - 2005

DUI Supervisor, Pierce County Prosecuting Attorney's Office

2002 - 2018

Deputy Prosecuting Attorney, Pierce County Prosecutor's Office

Associations

2002 - Present

Washington State Bar Association

Member

2018 - 2018

Pierce County District Court Ad Hoc Committee

Member

2012 - 2014

Pierce County Prosecutor's Guild

President

2011 - 2011

Pierce County District Court Ad Hoc Committee

Member

2010 - 2012

Safe Streets

Board of Directors

2010 - 2012

Pierce County Prosecutor's Guild

Vice President

2002 - 2017

Tacoma Pierce County Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

State v. Pawul

aggravated murder

State v. Ryan

Rape Child

State v. Grisso

Murder

State v. Soa

murder

State v. Rogers

murder

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Education

2002

Seattle University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1998

Central Washington University

Criminal Justice

1996

Tacoma Community College

Associates Degree

Speaking Engagements

2013

SANE nurse training Pierce County

Trial and procedure

2013

CART training

Emergency response

2012

TPD turn out

Warrants

2012

SANE nurse training Pierce County

Trial and procedure

2012

CART Training

Emergency response

2012

annual certification

Victim advocate training

2011

TPD turn out

Warrants

2010

TPD Turn out

Warrants

Publications

2016

Pierce County cross examination

2016

Pierce County expert witnesses

2014

County protocols Child abuse prevention

2012

County Protocols Child abuse prevention

2011

power point Foundations

2010

power point search and seizure

Activity

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