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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.
Practice areas
Languages spoken
English, Spanish
Althauser Rayan Abbarno, LLP
114 Magnolia Street
Centralia, WA, 98531
Website
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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WA | Active | 2014 | 12/05/2019 |
Legal answers | 46 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
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Nominee - Best Young Professional of Lewis County | Chronicle News Paper | 2017 |
Nominee - Best Young Professional of Lewis County | Chronicle News Paper | 2016 |
Pro Bono Distinction | Gonzaga University School of Law | 2014 |
Winner - Clarke Cup Oral Advocacy Competition | Gonzaga University School of Law | 2012 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Associate Attorney | Althauser Rayan Abbarno, LLP | 2014 - Present |
Assistant Prosecutor | Law Office of Angelle Gerl | 2014 - 2014 |
Volunteer Attorney | Spokane County Prosecuting Attorney's Office | 2013 - 2014 |
Legal Intern | Center For Justice | 2012 - 2013 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Lewis County Law and Justice Council | Member | 2017 - Present |
Thurston County Bar Association, Young Lawyers Section | Member | 2015 - Present |
Young Professionals of Lewis County | Board Member | 2015 - Present |
Washington State Bar Association, Young Lawyers Division | Committee Member | 2015 - Present |
Twin Cities Rotary Club | Member | 2015 - Present |
Discover! Children's Museum | Board Member | 2015 - Present |
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Washington Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers | Co-Chair - Publications Committee | 2014 - Present |
Washington State Bar Association, Criminal Law Section | Member | 2014 - Present |
Lewis County Bar Association | President | 2018 - 2018 |
Lewis County Bar Association | Vice President | 2016 - 2017 |
Centralia/Chehalis Adopt A Block | Secretary | 2015 - 2015 |
Centralia Downtown Association | Vice President | 2015 - 2016 |
Lewis County Bar Association | Chair - CLE committee | 2014 - 2015 |
Centralia Downtown Association | Board Member | 2014 - 2017 |
CDA organization committee | Chairperson | 2014 - 2017 |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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Washington Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers DUI News | Draeger Mass Suppression - November 2016 DUI News | 2016 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Gonzaga University School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 2014 |
Gonzaga University | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 2011 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Minority Bar Networking Event | WSBA New and Young Lawyer's Committee - who we are and what we do | 2016 |
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 | 2015 |
Case name | Outcome |
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State v. CP | Acquittal |
State v. DN | Dismissed |
State v. DP | Dismissed |
State v. JLS | Dismissal |
State v. JRG | Dismissal |
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Tue Dec 09 2014
Pat Donahue, Criminal defense Attorney on Nov 22, 2014
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
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.
Amber Rush, Family Attorney on Jan 7, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
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.
Joseph Kuhlman, Criminal defense Attorney on Apr 8, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
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.
Amanda Starnes, Criminal defense Attorney on Jul 8, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
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.
Mark Jelsing, Probate Attorney on Jul 6, 2015
Relationship: Other
I endorse this lawyer.
Matthew Meade, Litigation Attorney on Jul 6, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Jake is a highly competent and skilled attorney.
Amber Rush, Family Attorney on Jan 7, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
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.
Sean Cleary, Car accident Attorney on Dec 18, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. A brilliant, trustworthy and highly respected attorney in the legal community.
Elijah Marchbanks, Criminal defense Attorney on Dec 8, 2014
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
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.
Laura Donahue, DUI and DWI Attorney on Dec 4, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Jake is a passionate lawyer and an exceptional advocate for his clients. He works hard for a just resolution. I endorse this lawyer.
Peter Abbarno, Workers compensation Attorney on Nov 26, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Jakob has the trial experience and abilities to defend a client charged with a felony, misdemeanor, or traffic violation. He gets great results.
Pat Donahue, Criminal defense Attorney on Nov 22, 2014
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
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.
Paul Dec, Speeding and traffic ticket Attorney on Nov 22, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse Jakob as a competent and respectable member of the legal community and for his work in DUI defense.
I endorse this lawyer.
Emily Laz, Family Attorney on Nov 19, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
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.
Thomas Althauser, Personal injury Attorney on Nov 18, 2014
Relationship: Co-worker
I endorse this lawyer.
Jake is extremely intelligent and is always on top of every issue. I am very pleased to endorse him!
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