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Elissa Brine
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Biography
In her 12 years as an attorney, Elissa has learned to fight for her clients at every opportunity. She believes that every client needs individual attention and zealous advocacy. Elissa understands that whether the charge is a class A felony or a simple misdemeanor, the stakes are high, and she works to make sure that her clients get the best result possible for their case.
Elissa has an open-door policy with clients. She understands the stress involved with criminal charges and understands that clients need access to their attorneys even when there are no major updates in a case. Elissa firmly believes that everyone deserves to be treated with respect, no matter how their charges or criminal history appear.
Prior to working at Benjamin & Healy, Elissa worked as a defense attorney on the east side for 9 years. She started her career in law at the Snohomish County Public Defenders’ office. Elissa does not shy away from trial, and have won many trials ranging from drug charges and DUIs to domestic violence cases in her career.
Elissa graduated with her B.S. from the University of Puget Sound, an M.S. from Virginia Tech and a law degree from the University of Washington. In her spare time, Elissa loves endurance sporting events and murder mysteries.
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Licensed in Washington for 20 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 2005
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Elissa Brine's Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | September 15, 2021 | Hired Attorney
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Criminal case
Elissa let a junior attorney do most of the work during my trail. I was misguided and eventually we lost. I had asked her to file an appeal which she never did and we missed the window of opportunity.
Posted by anonymous | September 11, 2019 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Took my money and Never heard from her again!
I was saddened that I hired Elissa, as after I paid the money to her firm upfront, she constantly cancelled and rescheduled meetings for other special clients. In the end she did not get the outcome I wanted and ended communication very quickly. She was also very terrible in court. Do yourself a fav...
Elissa Brine
Replied last September 12, 2019This was posted a month after I left the firm. I no longer do private work at all. I apologize that you had frustrations with my representation. Please contact the firm with any questions.
Posted by anonymous | December 2, 2018 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
She Rocks At Her Job!!!
Elissa is absolutely amazing! My father had a pretty serious case where I thought I would never see him again, but she gave me hope by fighting & fighting to the very last moment. With her fight I have hope to now see him one day. She’s smart, very respectful, & knows her duty in & out! When she was ...
Posted by Kimball | November 16, 2018 | Hired Attorney
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A blessing for my brother
Elissa fought hard for my brother. He was falsely accused of a sex crime that he did not commit. Elissa communicated very often with me and my family whenever we needed regarding my brothers case. She researched case law, set my brother up with various experts to receive evaluations that overall help...
Posted by Colleen | November 15, 2018 | Hired Attorney
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Very good attorney
Elissa was a great advocate for my husband. She was professional at all times and always answered my phone calls or responded promptly to my emails. She fought very hard for my husband in the court room and got us very good results. We were happy with her representation.
Elissa Brine's Lawyer Endorsements
"Elissa Brine is an outstanding attorney. She is highly regarded by judges and other attorneys in the legal community for her advocacy. I would highly recommend her to anybody seeking a criminal defense attorney."
"Elissa is an experienced and smart trial attorney. She analyzes each case and works with her clients to form the most effective strategy for each individual situation. I endorse this lawyer."
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"Elissa is a hardworking, dedicated advocate who works tirelessly to achieve her clients' goals. She is both a skilled negotiator and a formidable trial attorney. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Elissa is the ideal combination of tenacious advocacy and compassionate counsel. You won't regret the decision to hire her."
"Elissa works hard defending her clients. She fights to get the very best for each of them. You want her on your side."
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"Elissa is a meticulous attorney whose advocacy for her clients is the subject of admiration among her peers."
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"I endorse this lawyer. I have found Elissa to be a very good attorney. She is compassionate and knows the law, wading her clients through difficult legal situations. Having worked with her on co-defendant cases and I can tell you first hand she values her client's and the unique situations they often find themselves in. Of particular importance is Elissa's strong knowledge of the local courts in the Redmond and Bellevue areas. Having this report with the local prosecutors and judges is extremely valuable in representing someone out of these courts. Respected by her peers, judges, and prosecutors, Elissa a good choice if you are in need of a misdemeanor criminal lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Elissa is not only highly dedicated, but her thought process never slows down at all - letting her be not only incredibly innovative, but effective as an advocate for her clients."
"I have found Elissa to be very compassionate and empathic towards her clients. Those qualities coupled with her intellectual acumen makes her an excellent advocate."
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Experience
Honors
2018
Top 10 Under 40, National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys
2004
Mediation Grant, University of Washington
2001
National Network of Environmental Management Scholars Fellowship, Environmental Protection Agency
2000
Philosophy Student of the Year, University of Puget Sound
1999
Carol Reed Research Grant, University of Puget Sound
Work Experience
2017 - 2019
Attorney, Benjamin & Healy, PLLC
2016 - 2017
Associate Faculty, Edmonds Community College
2007 - 2017
Associate, Stein, Lotzkar and Starr
2005 - 2007
Attorney, Snohomish County Public Defense Association
Associations
2008 - Present
King County Bar Association
2005 - Present
Washington Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
2005 - Present
Washington State Bar Association
2004 - 2005
Street Youth Legal Advocates of Washington - UWPresident
1999 - 2000
University of Puget Sound - Earth ActivistsPresident
Education
2005
University of Washington School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2004
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
MS - Master of Science
2002
University of Puget Sound
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2018
NALS Legal Conference
Dealing with Difficult People
2017
Law Day - South
Problematic Occupancies
2017
CAI Law Day
Problematic Occupancies
2005
YMCA Transitions Module
Young adult legal issues
2001
Mephistos
Public Policy and Economics
2000
Risk Management Association
Risk Analysis
Publications
2017
WSCAI Journal
Unauthorized Modifications
2016
CAI Journal
Wireless Cameras in Associations
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers