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Criminal Defense
100%
13 years
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Licensed in Washington for 11 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 2014
No misconduct found
Licensed in California for 12 years
State: California
Acquired: 2013
No misconduct found
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Brooks Livingston de Peyster's Reviews
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Posted by Connor | June 08, 2015 | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Great Job!
A speeding ticket was recently issued to me in rural Washington. Brooks acted quickly once he was made aware of the incident by submitting the necessary paperwork to the court. Within days, he was able to get the ticket dismissed, based on a problem with how the ticket was issued. I would definitely ...
Posted by Laurie | March 20, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes
I recommend Brooks for your attorney
Brooks represented me in a legal case that was going nowhere fast. He was able to get resolution very quickly. He is very professional and concise, I was very impressed. I would not hesitate to recommend him to anyone or hire him again if needed.
Posted by jerid | February 20, 2015
Professionally REAL
No one wants to hear lawyer jargon or be recited to by a robot. I can't imagine how many cases he deals with but it felt like I was the only one. Brooks talks to you like a person, is a professional, and very good at his craft. Between the service and the results I can't say enough about him.
Posted by Calvin | February 18, 2015 | Landlord & Tenant
Excellent Service, Quick to Respond, and Very Helpful
I had multiple questions dealing with my Landlord. Brooks was able to understand and make me feel better about the situation, by having someone on my side. He provided multiple routes to follow so I could choose my comfort level in handling a delicate Landlord/Tennant situation. Brooks was very knowl...
Posted by joey.t.kelly | February 18, 2015
Trustworthy, Empathetic, and Diligent
I approached Brooks when I ran into a serious legal problem. Brooks approached the situation with care and empathy and was able to clearly explain all of our options at each step of the case. Brooks worked very hard to obtain a favorable resolution. Most lawyers are stuffy, but Brooks is approachable...
Brooks Livingston de Peyster's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Brooks is an excellent family law attorney with extensive trial experience."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Brooks has a real knack for client engagement. He is empathetic and firm in his advocacy, which means he can both step into his clients' shoes and be the assertive advocate that they need. Highly recommended."
"Brooks is very smart, personable, and effective. I highly recommend him."
"Brooks is a bright, hard-working, talented lawyer."
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"Brooks is an excellent attorney and a wonderful human being. He is loyal and dedicated and stubborn in the best of ways. I wholeheartedly endorse him."
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"I've had the privilege of working with Mr. de Peyster over this past year. He is highly ambitious and always works hard to get our clients the best results. I recommend and endorse this lawyer."
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Experience
Honors
2015
Pro Bono Award, Washington State Bar Association
2012
Witkin Award for Excellence - Constitutional Law, Golden Gate University School of Law
2011
CALI Award for Excellence - Criminal Law, Golden Gate University School of Law
2010
CALI Award for Excellence - Legal Writing, Golden Gate University School of Law
Work Experience
2015 - 2017
Public Defender, King County Department of Public Defense
2014 - 2015
Attorney, Beckwith Law Group
2013 - 2014
Attorney, Gunderson Law Firm
2012 - 2013
Law Clerk, Liberty Mutual Insurance Company
2011 - 2011
Judicial Extern, San Francisco Superior Court
2011 - 2011
Law Clerk, Homeless Advocacy Project
Associations
2014 - Present
Washington Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Not Guilty Assault 4 Verdict
Not Guilty Verdict
.13 BAC and 11 ng/mL THC Blood DUI reduced to Reckless
Reduced to Reckless Driving, no jail time.
100 mph on Highway 167 - Dismissed
Ticket dismissed
Seattle 2nd DUI in 2 Years Reduced to Reckless with NO Jail
Reckless Driving without Jail, No Jail on Probation Violation
Second Seattle DUI .13 DUI - Reduced to Reckless
Reduced to Reckless Driving, no jail time.
Seattle IID Violation - Dismissed via Motion
Dismissed with Prejudice
Puyallup DUI Refusal Reduced to Negligent Driving
Resolved via Reduction
Tacoma DUI Driving Wrong Way Reduced to Reckless Driving
Resolved via Reduction
FELONY Assault 2 - DV Dismissed
Dismissal
Pierce County DUI .15 with Crash Reduced to Reckless
Resolved via Reduction
Federal Way DUI .16 reduced to Negligent 1st Degree
Reduction to Neg 1
DUI - Federal
Dismissal
Tacoma Assault 4 - DV Dismissed
Dismissal
TACOMA DUI .17 REDUCED TO RECKLESS
Resolved via Reduction
Assault 4 In King County
Resolved via Stipulation
Education
2013
Golden Gate University School of Law
Juris Doctorate with Honors
2013
Golden Gate University School of Law
Specialization Certificate in Litigation
2009
University of Washington
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
English
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
I keep getting stopped by cops for no reason
24 Feb 2021
Q&A
Is it legal for a prosecuter to threaten more charges if I take my current case to trial?
24 Feb 2021
Q&A
What happens if your on felony probation in a state thats not your home state and then get a DUI in your home state?
14 Feb 2021