$ 400-500 per hour
About Shane
Biography
I am a trial lawyer practicing criminal defense, personal injury, and civil litigation representing clients throughout Washington. I am relentless in my pursuit of justice and winning every case I take on. Whether that be a 34 hour straight "day" in trial and preparation, being available 24/7/365, or running your case through my mind non stop until we succeed. I love being in courtrooms and trials, and I am competitive and driven to a fault, which I use to my clients' advantage. Any attorney can make proclamations about themself, but results and client testimonials speak the truth, and I have them because I earned them. For as long as I choose to be in this profession, every single client will receive this level of commitment and quality of representation. They should expect no less from their attorney.
I win. Aggressive, experienced, trustworthy, responsive.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
30%
Personal Injury
30%
DUI and DWI
20%
Expungement
10%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Contingency
33%-33%
Retainer
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2026 2025 2021
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2016 2015
Licenses
Licensed in Washington for 18 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 2008
No misconduct found
Location
Gallery
Online Presence
Other places you can find Shane online.
Shane Michael O'Rourke's Reviews
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Posted by Jordan | March 28, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury
Car accident Settlement
I was in a really bad car accident and had loads of medical bills and wasn’t expecting to come out ahead at all, Mr O’Rourke had great communication through this drawn out process and I ended up getting 5x the amount of money that I thought I was with all my medical bills covered. No bills were ever ...
Posted by Marie | June 10, 2025
An Exceptional Attorney!
Shane O'Rourke, Esq. provided thoughtful and well reasoned explanations of the legal issues. He also showed extraordinary patience in conveying these explanations in an understandable way. I highly recommend him!
Posted by Tamra | May 25, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Best lawyer
I hired Shane for my son on a very difficult case that could’ve changed the course of his life. Shane was so good at explaining everything to my son and myself. He explained all the options, and was very honest. It ended up that we got the best outcome possible. I admire his straight forward approach...
Posted by Gabriella | February 26, 2021 | Litigation
Excellent lawyer!
Shane O'Rourke was one of the best attorneys I've had! He kept me updated, always stayed in contact with me in regards to my cases. And now, my cases are dismissed! I 100% would recommend him!
Posted by anonymous | January 21, 2021 | Hired Attorney
Highly Recommend
Shane is a very straightforward attorney who takes on his clients with a positive outlook. He never left us hanging and went into detail explaining things we were unsure of. He was accessible by phone on evenings, weekends and off times and always replied back within a timely manner. He thoroughly i...
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Experience
Honors
2024
Best Law Firm, Lewis County Chronicle
2023
Best Attorney, Lewis County Chronicle
2023
Best Law Firm, Lewis County Chronicle
2022
Best Attorney, Lewis County Chronicle
2022
Best Law Firm, Lewis County Chronicle
2020
Client's Choice, Avvo
2020
20 Under 40, Lewis County Chronicle
2019
Client's Choice, Avvo
2018
Client's Choice, Avvo
2016
Top Contributor, Avvo
2015
Client's Choice, Avvo
2004
Best Attorney (Regional Tournament), American Mock Trial Association
Work Experience
2025 - Present
Owner, O'Rourke Law Firm
2016 - 2025
Owner, Buzzard O'Rourke, P.S.
2013 - 2015
Attorney, Buzzard & Associates
2008 - 2013
Deputy Prosecuting Attorney, Lewis County Prosecuting Attorney's Office
2005 - 2006
Legal Intern, Law Offices of Kenneth Wilhelm
2002 - 2002
Legal Intern, Attorney General of Washington
Associations
2016 - 2024
Visiting Nurses FoundationPresident, Executive Board Member, Board Member
2015 - 2015
Lewis County Bar AssociationPresident
2015 - 2015
Lewis County Legal AidBoard Member
2014 - 2014
Lewis County Bar AssociationVice President
2000 - 2004
Gonzaga University Mock Trials AssociationPast President
Sample of Legal Cases
Robbery 1, Burglary 1, Kidnapping 1
Dismissed
Animal Cruelty 1, Animal Cruelty 2 x 2
Dismissed
Rape in the Second Degree
Mistrial and Dismissal
Personal Injury (Car Accident)
Policy Limits Settlement
Possession with Intent to Deliver a Controlled Substance
Dismissed
Possession of a Stolen Motor Vehicle
Dismissed
Assault in the First Degree
Charge Reduction
Wrongful Incarceration
Settlement
Personal Injury (Car Accident)
Policy Limits Settlement
Forgery
Mistrial
Possession of a Controlled Substance
Dismissed
Rape in the Second Degree
Dismissed
Robbery in the Second Degree
Dismissed
Failure to Register as a Sex Offender
Dismissed at Conclusion of Trial
Possession of a Controlled Substance
Not Guilty
Assault of a Child
Charge Reduction
Breach of Non-Compete Agreement Defense
Settled
Assault 2 DV, Felony Harassment DV
Dismissed
Rape of a Child First Degree
Dismissed
Residential Burglary
Not Guilty
Possession of a Controlled Substance
Dismissed
Rape in the Third Degree
Dismissed
Burglary in the First Degree
Charge Reduction
Policy Limits Motorcycle Accident
Maximum recovery
Car accident policy limits
$250,000.00 settlement.
Education
2007
Brooklyn Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
2004
Gonzaga University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2019
RE Bennett Elementary School Field Trip
How a Trial Works
2018
Speaker
Vehicular Homicide - DUI
2018
RE Bennett Elementary School Field Trip
How a Trial Works
2017
RE Bennett Elementary School Field Trip
How a Trial Works
2016
RE Bennett Elementary School Field Trip
How a Trial Works
2015
RE Bennett Elementary School Field Trip
How a Trial Works
2015
Lewis County Bar Association First Meeting 2015
Lewis County Bar Goals
2014
RE Bennett Elementary School Field Trip
How a Trial Works
Publications
2020
Attorney Website
Criminal Court Proceedings
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Top Contributor
Shane earned significant contribution points in 2016.
Legal Answers
Q&A
What is the normal sentence for violating a dv protection order
19 May 2016
Q&A
Can I be arrested for bumping someone while pulling out of parking lot?
09 May 2016
Q&A
Should I settle 80/20 % in auto accident?
10 May 2016