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John Jacob Benefiel

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Rating: 6.7

Licensed for 10 years

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Licensed in Washington for 10 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 2015

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John Jacob Benefiel's Reviews

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20 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 7 reviews | Professionalism

Posted by anonymous | March 17, 2020 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Graduate Student

John was very professional and understanding of my DUI case. He did everything in his power to drop my charge to the lowest offense, a reckless driving. John was very organized and showed up to court early and prepared. John did everything for me and only had me complete what was necessary to get a w...in in court. I would definitely consider hiring John again as he really knows his stuff and does his job well!

Posted by Michael | March 12, 2020 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Couldn’t ask for a better Attorney

John was there for me every step of my DUI process, he answered every text and phone call I made. He was very professional and explained everything so I would understand the process. He was successful in getting my charges reduced also, I couldn’t ask for a better Attorney. I highly recommend John!! ...

Posted by anonymous | February 29, 2020 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Highly Recommend

I was charged with a very high BAC DUI, and was confused and afraid of how to proceed in this messy process. I interviewed four different attorneys for representation and John was the only one who seemed genuinely supportive and on my side. He offered me advice in the initial meeting that ultimately ...helped get my charges dropped to reckless driving. Hiring him was the best decision I could have made in this overwhelming situation. John is an excellent communicator. Easily accessible through call, e-mail and text and would reply to even the smallest questions very quickly. Even months after the fact, he is quick to respond if I have a question. He was determined, diligent, knowledgeable, and patient with my endless questions throughout the entire process. I would very highly recommend John Benefiel for representation in a DUI case.

Posted by anonymous | December 16, 2019 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

A huge relief and live saver

I was arrested for a DUI in seattle and was able to have it reduced to a reckless driving serving no jail time thanks to John. The entire process was stressful and embarrassing but thanks to John I was able to have some relief as I realized quickly I was in professional and cable hands. Thanks again ...John.

Posted by Alyssa | November 27, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Thorough and Efficient

During my case I was very scared and confused about the whole ordeal - John was fantastic in explaining everything in terms that I understood and ensuring that I had resources for anything and everything I needed. He really helped me get on top of my penalties early to get the best possible scentanci...ng for my case. Throughout an utter nightmare John became my knight in shining armor! Furthermore John has been very thoughtful even after my scentancing to be sure that everything is still in place and I am not having any complications. He has expressed that if I ever have any problems related to case that he will do his best to assist me, I truly thank him for all his hard work. Highly recommend!!

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Alberto Guadagno

DUI and DWI lawyer | Apr 03

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"John was a consummate professional. He handled client's with care, compassion and curtesy. He was successful in more than one instance in having a DUI case dismissed. He has a thorough understanding of the current laws and when an issue arises the requires his research, he attacks the unknown with as much zeal as his usual representation of a client. I am happy to have worked wit h him and would consider him a resource in the community should I ever need to run an idea or theory of a case by him."

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Lauren Wegener

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 19

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"John is extremely kind, respectful, and engaging. His calm demeanor and diligence assures clients as they work through challenges."

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Kevin Tible

Criminal defense lawyer

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Lauren Wegener

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  6.7 (Good)

Sample of Legal Cases

Case Dismissed through Motion to Suppress

All Criminal Charges Dismissed

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Speaking Engagements

2020

WA Congress House Public Safety Commission Meeting 1/13/20 @ 1:30 WA HB 1504

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