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Showing 6 - 10 of 11 reviews | Character & Conduct

Posted by petesedgwick | May 31, 2013

Dwi

Barbara and her team did an excellent job representing me and handling my case. I am very happy and satisfied with the outcome. Barbara definitely knows what she is doing she got out of something that definitely would have came out a lot worse without her helpshe definitely is the best in the county... for DUI/DWI cases. I am very thankful for her time not only is her firm honest and dependable but also reasonably priced. Her team are definitely not Nickle and dimers but honest hard working individuals . Barbara was definitely worth hiring

Posted by Tonya | May 01, 2013

DO NOT HIRE!

A few people had referred me to Barbara since they had good results with her in the past. I also heard that Barbara was a pit bull when it came to DUI's. It was the first time I had ever gotten in trouble and decide to hire thinking I would be in good hands. I was wrong. First court date she was an... half and hour late. She didn't even talk with me before I went in front of the judge. The public defender talked with me more than she did. 2nd court date, she pleaded me out to reckless. Didn't discuss it with me, had the paperwork signed. I did agree to it, but what else was I to do when she had already told me that this is THE ONLY thing I could get. She also had 3 other clients, the same time and day, same courtroom so she barely had time to spend talking. She also left us with her associate since she had another client in the courtroom next to mine that she had to take care of. DOL WAS A JOKE. First time I met with her she stated she would take pictures of where I got pulled over, she wanted me to highlight the police report and put what I felt happen. I ENDED UP TAKING THE PICTURES, TRYING TO CONTACT MY WITNESS because she did not contacted the witness until the day before the hearing, and she didn't even read what I had highlighted. She was on her FACEBOOK during the DOL hearing and yawning the whole time while talking with the attorney general. She even forgot that she had pleaded me out a week ago to reckless. I end up losing and received a blower for a year even though I had blown 2 times for the officer. I now have to finish paying Barbara for a job she didn't do. NEVER GO TO HER! She is overbooked and doesn't care about you or what the end result is. I also let the people who referred her to me and anyone I come across know had bad she was and not only myself, but the people who now know will never refer her again.

Posted by James G | February 09, 2012

Outstanding DUI attorney!

I was facing 4 DUI's and had hired an attorney but wasn't getting the results I wanted so I went to a Saturday morning appointment and met Barbara. My girlfriend and I liked her immediately. She was down to earth and honest with us and also made us feel more at ease than we had felt in a long time! ...We had multiple court dates and either she or a representative were always there to take care of everything. Once it was even settled prior to us getting there. When I was unexpectedly put in jail she loaned us some of the retainer money to bail me out. It is pleasant working with someone under these circumstances that is a very caring down to earth person. The office staff was always helpful for our many questions too! She always told me what she thought was going to happen and was always right on the money! I have and will continue to refer every one I know or meet under similar circumstances to the law offices of Barbra Bowden!! Barbra changed and saved my life!

Posted by Brian | April 08, 2010

Simply the best!

Last month I received a D.U.I and was faced with a possible license suspension and incarceration. Wasn't sure where to look for an attorney. I was referred to Barbara by a friend who had used her and highly recommended her. I literally had only one court appearance and the matter was resolved. The du...i was dropped to a negligent driving and more importantly Barbara was able to get the breathalyzer test suppressed. No jail time and no license suspension. And she handled my DOL hearing as well. I don't think I could've asked for a better attorney! And everyone in her office is friendly and helpful. I don't think she does it for the money. I think she does it because this is what she is passionate about! Much Love to Barbara and the whole staff there!!!

Posted by anonymous | February 10, 2009

Best DUI Lawer in the state! Hands down!

Barbara Bowden is the best lawer ever. She is an amazing lady and has tremendous respect throughout King and Pierce county. I am 22 years old with 2 MIPS and 2 DUIS my second DUI was on a suspended license. I have served a mere 4 days in jail on all accounts and got my license back within 90 days aft...er my 2nd DUI. I am fortunate to not be in jail thanks to Barb for the fact that i got caught smoking marijuana during my diferred and it was like it never happened. If your worried about your next court date, relief is just a phone call away to Barb and she'll fill you with outmost confidence, i love this lady she's also quite a character.

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