Cynthia L. Strout

Cynthia L. Strout

5.0
Rating: 9.5

Licensed for 43 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Anchorage, AK
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Po Box 221090, Anchorage, AK

About Cynthia

Practice Areas

1

Practice Area

Criminal Defense 100%

Primarily Appellate litigation

44 years

100%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Alaska for 43 years

State: Alaska

Acquired: 1982

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Location

Law Office of Cynthia Strout

Po Box 221090, Anchorage, AK, 99522-1090

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Cynthia L. Strout's Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | March 16, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Fantastic Attorney

I was a client of Ms. Strout's in a criminal case. She is exceptionally knowledgable, passionate and skilled as an attorney. She is also compassionate towards her clients, which is a huge bonus for anyone facing the very difficult circumstances of a criminal case against them. I would highly recom...mend her.

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Cynthia L. Strout's Lawyer Endorsements

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R. James Christie

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 07

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Cynthia Strout is without question one the best and most experienced criminal defense attorneys in the State of Alaska. She adheres to the highest standards of legal practice, represents her clients zealously and ethically, and demonstrates a commitment to her clients that few other attorneys can match. Cynthia enjoys a well-deserved reputation as a creative, aggressive, and effective advocate and is highly respected by judges, prosecutors, and defense attorneys throughout the State. I regularly call on Cynthia for assistance on difficult cases, to discuss novel legal issues, and to explore creative approaches to criminal defense--indeed, many criminal practitioners within Alaska consider Cynthia Strout to be THE authority on ethical and effective criminal defense practice and know they can call on her for thoughtful and authoritative answers to particularly vexing issues. I recommend and endorse Cynthia Strout without reservation."

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Gretchen Staft

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Cindy is a brilliant criminal defense attorney and zealous advocate. Her experience, compassion, and dedication have earned her an outstanding reputation in the legal community. I wholeheartedly endorse this attorney."

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Wallace Tetlow

Appeals lawyer | Mar 15

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Cindy is one of the best, if not the best, criminal defense attorneys in Alaska. I highly recommend Cindy for any stage of a criminal matter, from the investigation phase to appeals and post conviction relief work."

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R. James Christie

Criminal defense lawyer

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Gretchen Staft

Criminal defense lawyer

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Wallace Tetlow

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Experience

Rating:  9.5 (Superb)

Honors

2016

Top 100 Trial Lawyers in America, American Trial Lawyers Association

2010

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2003

Champion of Liberty Award, Alaska Academy of Trial Lawyers

Work Experience

1991 - Present

Lawyer, Law Office of Cynthia Strout

1982 - 1988

Public Defender, Alaska Public Defender Agency

1981 - 1982

Law Clerk, Alaska Court System

Associations

2015 - Present

Alaska Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

President

2008 - Present

The American Trial Lawyers Association

Top 100 Trial Lawyers

1992 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

1982 - Present

Alaska Bar Association

member

Sample of Legal Cases

State v. Mechele Linehan

Dismissed

Geisler v. State

Dismissal

State v. Foster

Dismissal

State v. Kevin Beasley

Dismissal

State v. James

Dismissal

State v. Schaeffer

Settled

Munson v. State

Appeal successful

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Education

1981

Northeastern University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1975

Simmons College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

1971

Bangor High School

Speaking Engagements

2015

CLE

Motions 101

2014

Young Lawyer Training

Young Lawyers Training

2009

Trial Advocacy law students

Harvard Trial Advocacy Workshop

2008

Law School Student training

Harvard Trial Advocacy Workshop

2003

Yearly Conference

Presenter

Publications

2000

Champion Magazine Race Switching Jury Instructions

Languages

English

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