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Kevin James Curtis
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Biography
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Kevin has been honored as a SuperLawyer by Washington Law and Politics Magazine every year since 2008. He has received the Champion of Innocence Award from the Innocent Project Northwest and the President's Award from the Washington ASsociation of Criminal Defense Lawyers. He has attained Martindale Hubbell's highest rating (AV-Preminent), is a Fellow in the American College of Trial Lawyers, the most prestigous legal organization in North America, is listed as one of the top 100 trial lawyers by the National Trial Lawyers Association, in additon to repeatedly being named one of the Top 100 Lawyers by Spokane-Coeur D'Alene Living Magazine.
Criminal Practice:. Kevin’s 38 years of criminal defense experience includes some of Spokane’s highest profile cases, including successful defense of a double homicide death penalty case, Spokane's first mercy killing prosecution, the Valley View fire, the 8 Trey Crips indictments and many others. Kevin has lectured at seminars across the state on criminal practice and procedure.
Kevin has served as President of both the Washington Association of Criminal Defense and the Washington Defender Association, in addition to serving on their Board of Directors.
Civil Practice: Kevin has represented clients, including Fortune 500 companies, in broad areas of commercial and business litigation, professional discipline and negligence.
Background: A firm principal since 1997, Kevin joined Winston & Cashatt in 1996. Prior to this he was at Spokane County where he was a Senior Attorney.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
75%
44 years
Fees and Rates
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Licensed in Washington for 44 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 1981
No misconduct found
Licensed in California for 37 years
State: California
Acquired: 1988
No misconduct found
Location
Winston & Cashatt Lawyers
1900 Bank of America Bldg, 601 W Riverside, Spokane, WA, 99201-0695
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Posted by anonymous | July 29, 2015
Experienced and Knowledgeable
Kevin helped me with an unusual case. I experienced a lot of uncertainty and stress as the matter progressed, but it was a great comfort to have Kevin there. His demeanor was always reassuring, and his experience and knowledge a guiding light. In the end, he helped to secure the best outcome that cou...
Posted by anonymous | March 13, 2013
Kevin Curtis did a great job protecting me!
Kevin Curtis represented and assisted me in obtaining a civil restraining order against an individual. Kevin did a great job protecting me! His knowledge and expertise made me feel safe at a time of unfamiliar vulnerability.
Posted by anonymous | June 15, 2007
Reputable and Honest
Kevin Curtis is a forthright, honest, knowledgeable man of integrity. He will go to what legal lengths are required to ensure his clients are properly cared for.
Kevin James Curtis's Lawyer Endorsements
"I am proud and honored to work alongside Kevin. His experience speaks for itself. Whether it be a civil litigation or criminal defense matter, Kevin is one of the first attorneys I would recommend to any potential client."
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Experience
Honors
2019
Spokane's Top Lawyers, Spokane Coeur d'Alene Living Magazine
2019
SuperLawyer, Seattle Metropolitan Magazine
2018
Spokane's Top Lawyers, Spokane Coeur d'Alene Living Magazine
2018
SuperLawyer, Seattle Metropolitan Magazine
2017
Spokane's Top Lawyers, Spokane Coeur d'Alene Living Magazine
2017
SuperLawyer, Seattle Metropolitan Magazine
2016
Spokane's Top Lawyers, Spokane Coeur d'Alene Living Magazine
2016
President's Award, WACDL
2016
Innocence Champion, Innocence Project Northwest
2016
SuperLawyer, Seattle Metropolitan Magazine
2015
Top 100 Lawyers, Spokane Coeur d'Alene Living Magazine
2015
Spokane's Top Lawyers, Spokane Coeur d'Alene Living Magazine
2015
SuperLawyer, Seattle Metropolitan Magazine
2014
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers
2014
Top 100 Lawyers, Spokane Coeur d'Alene Living Magazine
2014
Spokane's Top Lawyers, Spokane Coeur d'Alene Living Magazine
2014
SuperLawyer, Seattle Metropolitan Magazine
2013
Top 100 Lawyers, Spokane Coeur d'Alene Living Magazine
2013
Spokane's Top Lawyers, Spokane Coeur d'Alene Living Magazine
2013
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers
2013
SuperLawyer, Seattle Metropolitan Magazine
2012
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers
2012
Spokane's Top Lawyers, Spokane Coeur d'Alene Living Magazine
2012
SuperLawyer, Seattle Metropolitan Magazine
2011
Top Criminal Defense Lawyer, Spokane Coeur d'Alene Living Magazine
2011
SuperLawyer, Washington Law & Politics Magazine
2010
Top Criminal Defense Lawyer-Spokane, Spokane Coeur d'Alene Living Magazine
2010
SuperLawyer, Washington Law & Politics Magazine
2009
Best Lawyers in Spokane, Spokane Coeur D'Alene Living Magazine
2009
SuperLawyer, Washington Law & Politics Magazine
2008
Best Lawyers in Spokane (Rated #2), Spokane Coeur D'Alene Living Magazine
2008
SuperLawyer, WAshington Law and Politics Magazine
2000
SuperLawyer, SuperLawyers Magazine
Work Experience
1996 - Present
Principal, Winston & Cashatt
1982 - 1996
Attorney, Spokane County Public Defender's Office
Associations
2015 - Present
American College of Trial LawyersFellow
2004 - Present
Washington Defender AssociationDirector
1986 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaMember (Inactive)
1981 - Present
Spokane County Bar AssociationMember
1981 - Present
Washington State Bar AssociationMember
2012 - 2013
Washington Defender AssociationPresident
2007 - 2008
Washington Association of Criminal Defense AttorneysPresident
2004 - 2009
Washington Association of Criminal Defense LawyersBoard of Governors
Sample of Legal Cases
Gina Spain v. Lowell McMillan
Plaintiff Award of $1.4 million
Micro Enhancement International Inc., v. Coopers and Lybrand
Defense Verdict
State of Washington v. Joseph Andrews
Hung jury
State of Washington v. Joseph Andrews
Mistrial - Hung jury
Education
1981
Gonzaga University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1978
Loyola Marymount University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2010
Winning Cases of Misconduct
Ethics: Representation in a Post Padilla World
2010
Vulnerable Adults
Issues Facing Professionals
2009
Ethics Potpourri
The Smoking Gun
2008
Do's and Don'ts of Civil Litigation
Litigation Strategies
2006
Ultimate Guide to Trying a Case in Spokane County
Local Practices
2004
Construction Issues in Washington
Qui Tam
1996
Criminal Law Update
Voir Dire
1994
Criminal Trial Advocacy
Opening Statements
1994
Criminal Law Review
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Languages
English
Activity
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