Having been raised as the youngest child in a working class, blue collar family, I learned at a young age the value of hard work, dedication, and standing up for what's right. I bring all of those values to my criminal defense practice. If you have been charged with a crime, you need an attorney who will work hard to to obtain the best outcome. An attorney who is dedicated to your defense. And most of all, an attorney who will stand up and fight for you. I have relied on these values throughout my 20+ years practicing criminal defense in the state of Washington.
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32 years | 3,000 cases
32 years | 1,500 cases
32 years | 1,000 cases
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Acquired: 1993
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3011 N 7th St, Tacoma, WA, 98406-6204
6 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 4 of 4 reviews | Compassion
Posted by Lacey | March 22, 2016 | Hired Attorney
Nothing but the best
John is a great guy and a terrific attorney. He has been my attorney for the last 10 years and I wouldn't even think to use anyone else. It's hard to find an attorney that really cares and John does. Thanks John!
Posted by john | March 11, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Best Lawyer in Puget Sound
I was charged with a felony offense last year that I was not guilty of. I consulted with John and he felt that he could help me so I hired him. Before court John explained exactly what was going to happen and made me feel as comfortable. He met with the prosecutor and explained my position. At t...
Posted by Paul | August 26, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Thorough and detailed
We all make mistakes. John sat patiently and listened to me explain mine to him. He explained, in detail, what the possible outcomes could be and the potential risks of taking my case to court. He helped me decide that I should take it to court and was able to get me a not guilty verdict. I could...
Posted by Nick | November 24, 2014 | DUI & DWI
Extrememly Knowledgable and Patient
I went to John a few years ago after I had been charged with a DUI. I was scared to death and worried that I would go to jail and lose my job. John took the time to explain to me the possible resolutions that could occur in my case and calmed me down right away. Ultimately John was able to negotia...
"I've known John since 2001, and I have worked with him on various matters. I have watched him in action (as second-chair) for a trial. John is a qualified, capable defense attorney. He has a lot of experience in the various courts such as Pierce, King, Thurston, and Kitsap. This gives him an edge because he knows what the various judges and prosecutors expect. If you have been charged with a crime or an infraction, hire him with confidence."
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2015
NOMINATED AS ONE OF WASHINGTON'S 10 BEST, American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys
2014 - Present
Attorney, John T. Doherty, Attorney
2011 - 2014
Attorney IV, Kitsap County Public Defender
2009 - 2011
Attorney III, Grant County Public Defender
1993 - 2009
Attorney, John T. Doherty, Attorney
1993 - 1993
Clerk, Pierce County Superior Court
1993 - Present
Washington State Bar AssociationMember
1993 - Present
Tacoma Pierce County Bar AssociationMember
1993 - Present
Washington Association of Prosecuting AttorneysMember
1993 - Present
Washington Defender AssociationMember
Dismissed
Not Guilty.
Not Guilty
1993
JD - Juris Doctor
1987
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2009
Keeping Judges Happy
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