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Jakob Daniel McGhie
also known as Jake McGhie
About Jakob
Biography
Jakob spent his childhood in a small rural community in Southern Idaho. He moved to Washington State at eighteen when he began his undergraduate studies at Gonzaga University in Spokane, Washington. He graduated from Gonzaga in 2011 with a bachelors degree in Political Science, and a minor in Philosophy. He then obtained his Juris Doctor from Gonzaga University School of Law in 2014.
Jakob joined the law firm of Olson Althauser Samuelson and Rayan, LLP in 2014 as an associate. Before that he served as a volunteer attorney for the Spokane County Prosecuting Attorney's office, where he prosecuted gross misdemeanors, DUI's, and some felonies. Jakob now maintains a practice in criminal defense, DUI defense, and infractions.
He is available for free phone consultations on any matter you may need help with.
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Licensed in Washington for 11 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 2014
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Location
Althauser Rayan Abbarno, LLP
114 Magnolia Street, Centralia, WA, 98531
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Posted by anonymous | December 09, 2014 | Criminal Defense
Relentless!
Jake McGhie is a tireless, hard-fighting litigator! He did a great job for me in my criminal case. Hopefully I'll never need a criminal defense lawyer again, but I'll call Jake if I do.
Jakob Daniel McGhie's Lawyer Endorsements
"Jakob is an excellent attorney and advocate. He is extremely hardworking and his work ethic can be seen in the quality of his briefs and motion practice. Personally I know Jakob to be a good and person who is not afraid to stand up for what is right. I would recommend Jakob to anyone looking to hire an attorney."
"Mr. McGhie tackles all legal matters with unwavering ethics, superior analytic ability, perseverance in the face of adverseness, and dedication to his clients. I endorse this lawyer. He is a shining star in the Washington legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer. Jakob is an extremely competent attorney. He stays updated on current law and changes. He is diligent in his case preparation and does everything possible to obtain the best results for his clients."
"Jakob is a supereb criminal law practitioner. He is professional, prompt and knowledgeable. I would highly recommend Jakob to represent you in curt."
"Jake McGhie is a skilled attorney who works tirelessly for his clients. With the thoroughness and passion he brings to every case, he is the advocate you want to have on your side."
"I have known Jake for several years and know that he is a dedicated and zealous advocate for his clients. He is very knowledgable in all things criminal defense and works hard to seek justice. I endorse this attorney."
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"Jake is a highly competent and skilled attorney."
"I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. A brilliant, trustworthy and highly respected attorney in the legal community."
"Jake is a fantastic attorney. He is firm and fair. I have worked against Jake and his intelligence was a frustrating obstacle I could not help but respect. I endorse this lawyer."
"Jake is a passionate lawyer and an exceptional advocate for his clients. He works hard for a just resolution. I endorse this lawyer."
"Jakob has the trial experience and abilities to defend a client charged with a felony, misdemeanor, or traffic violation. He gets great results."
"I endorse Jakob as a competent and respectable member of the legal community and for his work in DUI defense."
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"I fully endorse this lawyer! Jake is a very intelligent and driven attorney. I have had the pleasure of working with him on a case and was very impressed with his work."
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"Jake is extremely intelligent and is always on top of every issue. I am very pleased to endorse him!"
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Experience
Honors
2021
Best Young Professional, The Daily Chronicle Newspaper
2020
Top 20 Under 40, Chronicle Newspaper
2017
Nominee - Best Young Professional of Lewis County, Chronicle News Paper
2016
Nominee - Best Young Professional of Lewis County, Chronicle News Paper
2014
Pro Bono Distinction, Gonzaga University School of Law
2012
Winner - Clarke Cup Oral Advocacy Competition, Gonzaga University School of Law
Work Experience
2020 - Present
Partner, Althauser Rayan Abbarno
2019 - 2020
Associate Attorney, Althauser Rayan Abbarno, LLP
2014 - 2014
Assistant Prosecutor, Law Office of Angelle Gerl
2013 - 2014
Volunteer Attorney, Spokane County Prosecuting Attorney's Office
2012 - 2013
Legal Intern, Center For Justice
Associations
2017 - Present
Washington Association of Criminal Defense LawyersCo-Chair - Publications Committee
2017 - Present
Lewis County Law and Justice CouncilMember
2015 - Present
Thurston County Bar Association, Young Lawyers SectionMember
2015 - Present
Young Professionals of Lewis CountyBoard Member
2015 - Present
Washington State Bar Association, Young Lawyers DivisionCommittee Member
2015 - Present
Discover! Children's MuseumBoard Member
2014 - Present
Washington State Bar Association, Criminal Law SectionMember
2020 - 2021
Twin Cities Rotary ClubPresident
2018 - 2018
Lewis County Bar AssociationPresident
2018 - 2018
Lewis County Bar AssociationPresident
2016 - 2017
Lewis County Bar AssociationVice President
2015 - 2016
Centralia Downtown AssociationVice President
2014 - 2017
Centralia Downtown AssociationBoard Member
Education
2014
Gonzaga University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2011
Gonzaga University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2016
Minority Bar Networking Event
WSBA New and Young Lawyer's Committee - who we are and what we do
2015
Rotary Luncheon
What non-criminals need to know about criminal law
2015
Legal Environment of Business course
Principles of Criminal Law in Business
2015
April 2015 Networking Social
Member Spotlight - Building a legal practice in Lewis County
Publications
2020
Centralia Law Website
Eviction Moratorium under Proclamation 20-05
2016
Washington Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers DUI News
Draeger Mass Suppression - November 2016 DUI News
Languages
English
Spanish
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