Mark Anthony Chmelewski

Mark Chmelewski represented our child in a tough DUI case. Mandatory penalties for a DUI are stiff and can include considerable jail time, probation time, suspension of driving privileges, DUI classes and steep financial outlay. A DUI conviction becomes part of the driving record for life which may... result in a lifetime of recurring unpleasant consequences. From the first meeting and throughout the entire process, which lasted months, Mark was genuinely friendly, courteous, explained the process, did not present any false expectations, suggested we talk to other attorneys before deciding who to hire, maintained communications before and after each court proceeding and answered all the many questions that arose throughout the entire process. Mark’s education, training and extensive professional experience including serving as a municipal judge, prosecutor and criminal defense attorney all contributed to a very favorable outcome which would not have happened without Mark’s skillful representation, hard work, clear knowledge of how to get the best outcome and ongoing professional leadership. Mark is highly skilled as a negotiator and with navigating the complex legal process. Mark Chmelewski is well worth the monetary cost and has earned our gratitude and respect. We highly recommended Mark.

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.

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.

I hired Mark Chmelewski to help me fight off a DUI and was really impressed by him. He was confident but realistic; he had a lot of experience with similar offenses and was easy to talk to about what to expect throughout the process. Chmelewski ...did a really good job at communicating with me and making sure I understood what was happening by meeting with me before and after court. There was no doubt in my mind that he was on my side and was doing everything he could to reduce my charge. Chmelewski is an attorney that I will recommend to anyone in need of legal help, he was professional and extremely helpful during a time that I really needed guidance.

Mr. Chmelewski was the most helpful attorney I could have asked for. Upon receiving my ticket, I initially called around to speak with various attorneys and knew by his experience and helpfulness that he would be the right guy. Going through this stressful experience, Mr. Chmelewski continued to keep... me reassured and confident as well as continued to work extremely hard to get the best possible outcome for me. Without him, I honestly do not think I would have had the outcome I did. Thank you for your kindness and helpfulness along the way. I appreciate it.