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Rheanna Jean Felton
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Biography
Rheanna Felton is a skilled litigator with more than eight years of experience as an attorney. She served as an active duty Army JAG from 2008-2016. She served as a military prosecutor for two years, a military defense attorney for two years, a Chief of Justice for six months, and was hand-picked to serve as 1 of 23 Special Victim Prosecutors Army-wide. During her time as a JAG, Rheanna provided advice to commanders as a prosecutor and to clients as a defense attorney on hundreds of cases; a majority of those cases involved sexual assault allegations.
Rheanna also has experience with estate planning, family law, tax law, and contract and fiscal law. Rheanna is known for her attention to detail, her aggressive litigation skills, and her ability to negotiate a favorable outcome for her clients.
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Licensed in Colorado for 9 years
State: Colorado
Acquired: 2016
No misconduct found
Licensed in Washington for 18 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 2007
No misconduct found
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Posted by anonymous | March 17, 2017 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
DUI GOMOR
Rheanna was extremely personable and easy to talk to. She helped get my GOMOR for a DUI filed locally. She always checked in to see how things were going and was professional in all ways in handling my case. Without her help, I do not think I could have received a better offer of filing the GOMOR loc...
Posted by John | March 09, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Divorce and Custody Case
Rheanna represented me for my divorce and custody proceeding. My case was complicated because we have minor children and I had been married a long time. Rheanna did a great job preparing me to testify. In the end, I did not have to pay my ex alimony. Also, Rheanna convinced the Judge that my wife s...
Posted by Joseph | October 19, 2016 | Hired Attorney
Excellent attorney
She knew the regulations she was able to say the right things at the appropriate time which made a big difference in the case.
Rheanna Jean Felton's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. I've known Rheanna for over a decade. She does a great job for her clients."
"I served in the Army with Rheanna. She has an outstanding work ethic and knows the law very well. Even though we were on opposites of issues, I always found her to be professional and willing to listen to my position. She very smart and gets great results for clients. Rheanna and I worked on several very serious matters together and I always looked forward to working with her because of they way she handled herself. She is passionate, dedicated and a hard worker. If I needed a military lawyer, she would be my first choice."
"Rheanna Felton is one of the most passionate attorneys I had the pleasure of working with. She unconditionally cares about the pursuit of justice and is extremely dedicated to helping individuals through the most stressful time of their lives. Rheanna's intellect and superior advocacy skills caused everyone in the office to gravitate towards her for advice."
"I wholeheartedly endorse Rheanna Felton. I had the occasion to work with her on dozens of complex sexual criminal cases. She is an extremely advanced trial lawyer and strategist. I would have no problem recommending her to a friend or a close family member. Her judgment and advocacy skills are top-rate."
"I have professionally known Rheanna Felton for over eight years. As a fellow attorney I have litigated against her on numerous administrative and criminal matters. A formidable opponent in the courtroom she is also ethical, hard-working, and dedicated advocate to those she serves. Rheanna was always able to negotiate the best outcome for her clients because of her sound legal judgement and when necessary litigation skills."
"Rheanna Felton is one of the most dedicated, passionate, and hard-working attorneys I have ever had the fortune of working with. She regularly came into the office on weekends to work on her cases and help her clients. She came in on holidays. She opened the place up in the morning and closed it down as the last one to leave at night. Her clients raved about her, even when facing some difficult circumstances, because they saw how dedicated she was and how they were not just another file folder or case number to her. Even when faced with deadlines and other distractions, she made sure to take the time to ensure that every single person she talked to had their questions answered and knew the way ahead that she charted for them."
"Rheanna is a fantastic attorney with versatile skills. With respect to military law, Rheanna is a subject matter expert on military justice, on both sides of the bar, as well as administrative law, and contract/fiscal law. Rheanna is a fantastic officer, teacher, and leader."
"I give my strongest recommendation to Ms. Felton. Having worked across the isle from her on numerous cases, she is a superb attorney. I give her my strongest recommendation."
"Rheanna is an amazing trial attorney and a strong advocate for her clients. Having worked with Rheanna, I was able to observe how her innovative yet aggressive approach benefits her clients in nearly every setting. I highly recommend Rheanna in any family law matter or military matter."
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Experience
Honors
2017
Nationally Ranked Top 10 Under 40 (Family Law), National Academy of Family Law Attorneys (NAFLA)
2016
Meritorious Service Medal, US Army
2014
Defense Meritorious Service Medal, US Army
2014
Joint Service Achievement Medal, US Army
2014
Joint Meritorious Unit Award, US Army
2014
Afghanistan Campaign Medal, US Army
N/A
Army Commendation Medal (3rd Award), US Army
N/A
National Defense Service Medal, US Army
N/A
Global War on Terrorism Medal, US Army
Work Experience
2016 - Present
Associate, Aviso Law LLC
2014 - 2014
Fiscal Law Attorney (Deployed to Afghanistan), US Army Jag Corps
2014 - 2016
Special Victim Prosecutor, US Army Jag Corps
2013 - 2014
Chief of Justice (Deployed to Afghanistan), US Army Jag Corps
2011 - 2013
Trial Defense Counsel, US Army
2009 - 2011
Trial Counsel, US Army Jag Corps
2008 - 2009
Legal Assistance Attorney, US Army Jag Corps
2006 - 2008
Estate Planning Intern, Gauthier & Associates
Associations
2016 - Present
Ben S. Wendelken American Inn of CourtMember
2007 - Present
Washington State Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
U.S. v Smith
Client was facing life without parole. Due to suppression motion, charges dropped down to negligence.
Education
2007
Seattle University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2004
Gonzaga University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2016
U.S. Army Trial Counsel Assistance Program Outreach (101)
Charging Decisions in Sexual Assault Cases
2015
US Army Special Victim Counsel Course
Interacting with Special Victim Counsel (A prosecutor's perspective)
Languages
English