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Posted by Carl | February 24, 2012 | DUI & DWI

Barbara knows law and stands up for you

I fired two lawyers before I found barbara and Im glad I did. The only thing that I did'nt like was how long the case dragged on for but that was not her fault. I was charged with Two Dui's in one night, so I needed the best representation out there. Barbara is not intimidated by anyone. She tried ev...ery motion and looked into every nook and cranny to find a way to save me from going to Jail. Anyhow the result was as good as it could be, Not only did I not go to Jail but she managed to get me defferred prosecution on both cases, very unheard of but it does happen rarely. Then while serving out my sentence she also got the court to drop my mandatory AA meetings which was very difficult to do seeing how the judge didnt want to do it because the treatment program didnt want to sign off on it. But she did it! with lots of creative terminology.Soo if you find yourself in a similiar predictiment then I strongly suggest that you seriously consider hiring Barbara to come to your rescue. Thanks again Barbara. One last thing..She charges you a very fair rate and sometimes she wouldnt charge me at all, she would say something like" this ones on me" I love this lady. Shes got your back and she loves doing it.

Posted by James G | February 09, 2012 | DUI & DWI

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 Shaun | November 15, 2010 | DUI & DWI

Barbara Bowden is the BEST!!!

Barbara Bowden did an unbelievable job for me on my DUI case. This was my first incident and my BAC was above 0.20. Barbara explained the situation with professionalism and compassion. She explained the potential outcomes of the case, for both the criminal and civil (Department of Licensing) porti...ons. She then proceeded to explain issues regarding my case that could result in significant reduction in charges. Together, we put together a schedule of events for me to complete prior to the criminal proceedings. We emailed regularly and Barbara responded within 24 hours to my questions or concerns. Needless to say, Barbara and her staff were able to get my criminal charges reduced to neglient driving. On the civil side, she was able to get the entire case dismissed due to the police not have due cause to pull me over. Barbara was referrred to me by one of my friends in the King County Sheriff's department. It turns out that Barbara and her staff represent many law enforcement officers for supected DUI, most with favorable results. My case definitely turned out favorable. If you need a lawyer for suspected DUI, Barbara Bowden and her staff should be on the top of your list. If law enforcement officiers use her, you should too. I am glad I did. Thanks Barbara!! I spoke with 3 different law firms for my representation. Barbars's fees were not the lowest, but also not the highest. They were within $200 of the lowest and less than $800 below the highest. I would have paid double if Barbara could have promised me that the outcome of my case would be so positive. ,

Posted by SCOTT | April 08, 2010

OUTSTANDING LAWYER

AS FAR AS I AM CONCERNED, BARBARA BOWDEN IS AN ABSOLUTE LEGAL GENIUS; SHE WAS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED TO ME BY A POLICE DETECTIVE AND "BOY AM I GLAD I GOT HER NAME FROM HIM." KUDDOS GALORE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Posted by Mike | April 02, 2010 | DUI & DWI

DUI HIT AND RUN

I recieved a DUI Hit & Run on the first of the year. I didn't know where to turn. There are so many Lawyers , seems like alot of them just want your money. A friend told me about Barbara Bowden . I gave Barbara a call and met with her. I could tell right from the start that she knew her stuff. After ...a short period of time with Barbara and her staff I felt 100% better. They really care about you and how your doing with the whole situation. Let me tell you. sitting there in the court room can be really scary. As soon as I saw Barbara walk in the room it was like a breath of fresh air. I knew I was in the best DUI attoneys hands in Pierce County. My DUI will get reduced to a Reckless and the Hit and Run reduced to a Unattended. I had no jail time and no home monitoring. Just 80 hrs of community service. I feel that I really did well considering the charges . Then We had the DOL hearing Barbara won that . No interlock. If you need a great representation on a mistake that you have made, I would pick Barabara Bowden. She is really great.

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