Aaron J. Winkelhake

Aaron J. Winkelhake

5.0
Rating: 7.2

Licensed for 23 years

Civil rights Lawyer at Olympia, WA
Practice Areas: Civil Rights, Criminal Defense, Litigation, Personal Injury

P.O. Box 9048, Olympia, WA

About Aaron

Biography

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 20 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 2005

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Licensed in Washington for 23 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 2002

Active

No misconduct found

Location

WA State Dep't. of Licensing

P.O. Box 9048, Olympia, WA, 98507

Khodr & Winkelhake, P.L.L.C.

323 Queen Anne Avenue N, Suite 102, Seattle, WA, 98109

Khodr & Winkelhake, P.L.L.C.

8301 Broadway,, Suite 420, San Antonio, TX, 78209

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Aaron J. Winkelhake's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

23 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | May 16, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Professional, Knowledgeable, and Empathetic

Aaron not only is great at what he does but also demonstrates tremendous respect and empathy. He helped me with two civil cases as I went through a very difficult time. From the very first time I spoke with him, he was patient and explained to me the process thoroughly, making me feel at ease. Aaro...n possesses a great wealth of legal knowledge & experience and was also very strategic in handling my cases, winning both cases (which were tricky and challenging). I couldn't appreciate more his professionalism, compassion, integrity, and encouragement along the way. He is not only a great attorney but also an amazing person. I would highly recommend Aaron for those who are in need of legal assistance.

Posted by anonymous | August 30, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Professional, Knowledgeable, Quick

Aaron was everything I hoped when I was looking for a lawyer for a traffic violation. He knew exactly what he needed from me, communicated well, and got right on the problem. We got the outcome we were hoping for, but even if we hadn't (that's how it goes sometimes) I would have been satisfied.

Posted by Matthew | October 10, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

A talented professional

Aaron represented me for 2 moving violations. Once we agreed to work together and I filed for contested hearings, Aaron tracked the process and took care of everything with courts. He got one dismissed and settled the other as a non-moving violation infraction. I hadn't anticipated that working him w...ould make things so easy.

Posted by Meredith | August 24, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Ticket No More!

I enlisted the assistance of Aaron J. Winkelhake of Khodr & Winkelhake to help with a School Bus Stop Arm Violation. Yes, the violation was bad and the ticket the city of Seattle imposed was over $400! I was in the wrong, and honestly, the expectations were set that I may end up paying a reduced fee ...since the violation was cited from a camera on the bus itself. It was discovered that the lights on the bus should have been on in order to receive the infraction, and they were not! I don't think I would have known that on my own, so I was grateful for the representation. All the communication between Aaron and I was done over email, after the initial conversation. He made it super easy to work with him and I'd recommend him for other legal services!

Posted by Wershel | December 19, 2017 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

An amazing counselor.

Aaron took on my case at a time in my life when I was lost and self destructive. I had just returned home from a deployment to Afghanistan, when I was charged with a DUI.. Not only did Aaron find discrepancies in the Kenmore PDs handling of me during my arrest (which saved my drivers license from bei...ng suspended) but he was compassionate and patient with my financial situation during my recovery from my time at war. I've had the opportunity to work for Aaron as a contractor after he handled my case, and I found him to be a delightful client to work for, just as he was a delightful representative during my litigation. If you want proper and thorough representation during your trying time, there is absolutely NO DOUBT in my mind Aaron is the man to help you come out on top.

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Experience

Rating:  7.2 (Very Good)

Work Experience

2008 - Present

Attorney Member, Khodr & Winkelhake, P.L.L.C.

2002 - 2008

Associate Attorney, Various Law Offices

Associations

2008 - Present

Washington Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Attorney Member

2006 - Present

Washington State Association for Justice

Eagle Member

2005 - Present

State Bar of Texas

Attorney Member

2002 - Present

Washington State Bar Association

Attorney Member

2002 - Present

King County Bar Association

Attorney Member

2002 - Present

National Lawyers Guild (Seattle chapter)

Attorney Member

2008 - 2015

Washington State Bar Association

Bar Examiner

Sample of Legal Cases

Bicyclist Hit by a Car

Policy Limits Settlement

Lxxxx Mxxxxxx v. State of Washington, Department of Corrections, et al.

Settled Prior to Trial

City of Seattle v. Axxxxxx Axxxx

Verdict - Not Guilty

City of Shoreline v. Ixx Hxxxx

Dismissed after two trials.

Rxxx Mxxxxxx v. Dep't of Licensing

Reversed and Vacated on Appeal

Rxxxxx Txxxxxxx v. City of Enumclaw, et al.

Settled Prior to Trial

Lxxxxxx Exxxx, et al. v. Sears, Roebuck and Co., et al.

Settle Prior to Trial

Dxxxx Hxxxxxxxxxxx v. OIC of Washington, et al.

Settled Prior to Trial

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Education

2002

Seattle University School of Law

Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor (J.D.)

1999

Illinois State University

BS - Bachelor of Science in both Philosophy and Criminal Justice

Speaking Engagements

2009

Conference for Social and Environmental Justice Lawyers

Starting & Managing a Progressive Organization Committed to Social Justice

2001

First Annual Criminal Justice Reform Summit

Criminal Justice Reform

Publications

2002

Seattle Journal for Social Justice Staff Editor

Languages

English

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