Christopher Courtlandt Van Vechten

Christopher Courtlandt Van Vechten

also known as Chris Van Vechten

5.0
Rating: 7.9

Licensed for 11 years

Domestic violence Lawyer at Tacoma, WA
Practice Areas: Domestic Violence, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI ... +2 more

705 S 9th St # 206, Tacoma, WA

About Christopher

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 25%

This includes, domestic violence & DUI, in addition to more serious stuff like rape and robbery

921 cases

25%
Domestic Violence 25%

I started as a Rule 9 Prosecutor with Thurston County in 2012, and began defending DV crimes in May of 2014.

25%
DUI and DWI 20%

I started as a Rule 9 Prosecutor with Thurston County in 2012, and began defending DUIs and related crimes in May of 2014.

20%
Speeding and Traffic Ticket 15%

I started as a Rule 9 Prosecutor with Thurston County in 2012, and began defending speeding tickets and related traffic infractions in May of 2014.

15%

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Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 11 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 2014

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Christopher Courtlandt Van Vechten

705 S 9th St # 206, Tacoma, WA, 98405

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Christopher Courtlandt Van Vechten's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

12 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 4 of 4 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by anonymous | October 25, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

HIT AND RUN

I am a Canadian citizen living in Vancouver, BC and was charged with Hit and Run in April 2020 in the Pierce County District Court Tacoma Wa.This case went on for 29 months. I was trying to defend myself but after numerous recommendations from the Judge I hired Chris Van Vechten to represent me. The ...case finally came to Trial on October 17,2022, the had to dismissed with Prejudice because the 6th Prosecutor on this could only 1 of their 3 Witnesses and that one witness a Washington State Trooper was unprepared. Their Star witness who the Judge allowed the Prosecutor to wait 1hr, finally when she was contacted she refused to attend this trial. Therefore the Judge had no other choice than to Dismiss the case with Prejudice, exonerated me of the charge. Good work on CHRIS VAN VECHTEN 's part. I definitely recommend Chris for his services .I I now consider him a Friend.

Posted by Marques | July 22, 2015 | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Never too busy

Chris will take the time to explain options and possible outcomes and has always gotten favorable results. He's never too busy. Of course it's not safe to exceed the posted speed but when you do it's nice to go to court and hear that the case was dismissed. He almost makes me want to get stopped and... cited. I love this guy! Recommended.

Posted by anonymous | September 09, 2014 | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Highly competent and responsive attorney

Chris helped me with a speeding ticket that I incurred driving on a state freeway. He was immediately responsive to my request for service, provided transparent pricing information, and illustrated every step of the process clearly for me to understand. My ticket was dismissed shortly thereafter. ...I found Chris' services to be very competent as well as reasonably priced.

Posted by anonymous | September 08, 2014 | Contracts & Agreements

Contract Review

I hired Mr. Van Vechten to review/rewrite client contracts for my business. He was reasonably prompt and did an excellent job of responding to my questions and areas of concern. He was especially good at taking the time to consider the unique circumstances of my field. I would highly recommend Mr. V...an Vechten to anyone looking for a contract attorney.

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Christopher Courtlandt Van Vechten's Lawyer Endorsements

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Joel Murray

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Justin Gray

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 03

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Chris is an amazing attorney. He works incredibly hard and obtains outstanding results for his clients."

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Erik Bjornson

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Few attorneys work as hard and skillfully as Chris in defending his clients. Criminal charges are very serious and can change people's lives. Hence, I highly recommend Chris as a criminal defense attorney."

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Jessica Ritzmann

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Van Vechten is always well prepared when I see him in court. His clients clearly benefit from his attention to detail."

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James Oliver

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I've really enjoyed sharing courtrooms with Mr. Van Vechten. He is always prepared, articulate, and well versed in the law. I can confidently recommend him to anyone looking for a highly skilled defender."

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Seth Doherty

General practice lawyer | Sep 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Chris is a zealous and creative advocate for all his clients."

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Justin Gray

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Matthew McGowan

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Erik Bjornson

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Jessica Ritzmann

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Mark Treyz

Criminal defense lawyer

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Karl Hack

Criminal defense lawyer

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Antonio Garguile

Criminal defense lawyer

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James Oliver

Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer

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Seth Doherty

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  7.9 (Very Good)

Work Experience

2014 - Present

Attorney, Law Office of Chris Van Vechten

2013 - 2013

Rule 9 Prosecutor, City Of Lakewood

2013 - 2013

Legal Extern, Thurston County Superior Court

2012 - 2013

Rule 9 Prosecutor, Thurston County Prosecutor's Office

Associations

2014 - Present

Tacoma Pierce County Bar Association

Member

2014 - Present

Washington Defender Association

Member

2014 - 2014

Washington State Bar Association

Member

2014 - 2015

Washington Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2011 - 2012

Hon. Robert J. Bryan American Inn of Court

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Charges dropped for Shelton teens accused of bringing loaded gun to school

Dismissal

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Education

2013

Seattle University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

Languages

English

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