Mark Anthony Chmelewski

Mark Anthony Chmelewski

4.6
Rating: 9.0

Licensed for 35 years

Criminal defense Lawyer Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Juvenile, Speeding & Traffic Ticket

About Mark

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 50%

Deputy Prosecuting Attorney - Kittitas County for 5 years. City Prosecuting Attorney - City of Cle Elum for 8 years Municipal Court Judge- City of Kittitas - 10 years.

37 years

50%
DUI and DWI 20%

Available to represent clients in Kittitas, Yakima, Chelan, Grant and Douglas Counties.

20%
Juvenile Law 20%

Available to represent clients in Kittitas, Yakima, Chelan, Grant and Douglas Counties.

20%
Speeding and Traffic Ticket 10%

Available to represent clients in Kittitas, Yakima, Chelan, Grant and Douglas Counties.

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 35 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 1990

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Mark Anthony Chmelewski's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.6 /5.0

21 Client Reviews

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Posted by Gina | December 29, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

A real expert

At the recommendation of my local Yakima attorney I hired Mark Chmelewski to fight my traffic infraction. He is a known expert for traffic offenses. He makes no promises, which I think is wise, but he knows what to look for to win your case. If there is a way to win your case Mark has the experience ...to do it. My case was dismissed. Mark knows what to look for, he has been a judge and attorney for a long time. I would recommend him to anyone and I do.

Posted by anonymous | December 03, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Minor in Possession, Dismissed

Our Son hired Mr. Chmelewski and made an excellent choice. It is a leap of faith to trust someone long distance and we have no regrets. Mark was so professional, knowledgeable and compassionate. He did not sugar-coat the situation but did everything in his power to put the best case forward and wa...s very successful. He took the time to visit the crime scene, talk to everyone involved and make our son feel like had an advocate and friend on his side. There were lessons learned without a permanent impact on his record. We are so thankful! We found out how well respected Mark is in the court system and we would highly recommend him.

Posted by Stephen | September 30, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

A True Professional

I have been a Seattle attorney for over 35 years. I hired Mark to represent my minor child in a Criminal-Traffic case. In spite of some very compelling extenuating circumstances, the case was going very badly. Mark took over and immediately set to work advising what to do and not do, anticipated ...standard requests by both the prosecution and the judge. Within a short period of time, Mark had the case entirely turned around, and it ended in a great result with no record. Mark has been a judge, prosecutor, and a defense lawyer at several locations in Central Washington, and has tried cases throughout the State. His wife is a retired judge. I cannot imagine a better informed, better connected, nor better prepared lawyer for a criminal case in that part of the State. Mark has my highest recommendation.

Posted by Raul | August 19, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Excellent defense attorney for speeding tickets

I searched for several attorneys able to take on my son's case in Douglas County, including some attorneys that I have used before for the same type of defense. Mr. Chmelewski took on my case and successful got it dismissed. A true professional.

Posted by Kevin | June 28, 2016 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Minor DUI

I hired Marc in May for a minor DUI and I couldn't have made a better decision! At the first meeting, Mark was very willing to listen to what I had to say along with any questions I had concerning what was going to happen in my case as well as being straight forward in a polite and respectful way. Ma...rk was there every step of the way through the initial court date through the final plea bargain and I really appreciated everything he's done for me as he got my DUI down to reckless driving in the second degree which is a huge and amazing deal. I'm forever greatful of Mr. Chmelewski and all he did for me in my case as it brought life changing results. In addition to being professional, Mark is also a good person who will make conversation with you regarding things other than the case after your meeting concludes if you wish to engage in conversation. If you have any hesitations regarding hiring Mr. Chmelewski, put those aside because he is the right man for the job!

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Mark Anthony Chmelewski's Lawyer Endorsements

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Eva Tuxbury

DUI and DWI lawyer | Feb 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I recently had the opportunity to sit in on one of Mark's trials. I reserved enough time to see PTC, jury selection and the entire trial through verdict. I could go on about the details, but the most important things are that he had this jury before selection was finished, he was prepared for anything so I can tell that he worked very hard on this case before getting here. He knew all the facts and all relevant laws. He stood up and fought for his client. But most importantly, he appeared to have a great time doing it. I highly recommend Mark and his team."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | May 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Mark. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Joyce Heritage

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mark is a very qualified attorney. He will work hard on your behalf and can handle complex criminal cases."

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Dan Samas

Criminal defense lawyer | May 31

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Mark has over 20 years of courtroom experience. Having worked as a judge, prosecutor, and defense attorney, he understands the perspective of all parties involved to achieve results for his clients. I encourage you to call him if you are charged with a DUI, criminal, or traffic offense in Kittatas, Grant, Yakima, Chelan, or Douglas county."

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Marianna Valasek-Clark

Unknown lawyer | Mar 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"A highly competent and experienced attorney. I would refer family, friends and clients to Mark without hesitation."

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Dan Samas

Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.0 (Superb)

Honors

1995

Certificate of Appreciation, Washington State Bar Association - Criminal Law Section

Work Experience

2010 - 2011

Judge Pro Tem, Grant County District Court

1999 - 2007

City of Cle Elum, City Prosecuting Attorney

1997 - 2011

Judge Pro Tem, Lower Kittitas County District Court

1997 - 2011

Judge Pro Tem, Upper KItttitas County District Court

1997 - 2008

Judge, City of Kittitas Municipal Court

1990 - 1995

Kittitas County, Deputy Prosecuting Attorney

1990 - 1992

Law Clerk, Kona Circuit Court

Associations

2000 - Present

Catholic Credit Union

Board of Directors

Washington State Bar Association

Member

1992 - 1995

Washington State Bar Association, Criminal Law Section

Board Member

Education

1989

University of Puget Sound School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1979

The American University

B.S. - International Relations

N/A

National Judicial College

Continuing Judicial Education

Speaking Engagements

2012

Business Law Class

Central Washington University

Publications

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Languages

English

Activity

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