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Yvonne Curtis

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Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 32 years

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Licensed in Washington for 32 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 1993

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Yvonne Curtis's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

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Posted by David | February 22, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Daivd's Review

I would first like to state that I highly recommend Yvonne to anyone that needs legal representation. From our first meeting I felt that I was in the best hands that I could possibly be in. She is very experienced and knowledgeable, at the same; she genuinely cares about you as a person and your we...lfare. My case was a bit unconventional but from the very start Yvonne’s expertise showed through. She was always accessible and at the same time, very patient with me and my myriad of questions. From her preparing me for court to her closing arguments, I felt nothing but pure confidence about the outcome. We received the verdict that we wanted and It would have never happened without Yvonne. She is truly heaven sent. Again, to anyone who may be in an unfortunate situation and need legal help, don’t give it a second thought. Go see Yvonne! She is simply heads and shoulders better than anyone else.

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Aimee Sutton

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 11

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Yvonne is an excellent lawyer. She is one of the most intelligent and thoughtful attorneys I know. She knowledge of case law is truly second to none. She seems low key, but she is a fierce advocate for her clients."

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Kenan Isitt

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 05

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jeffrey Goldman

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 25

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Yvonne supervised me when I was a public defender. She has an exceptionally sharp legal mind and is a zealous advocate. I strongly endorse her work."

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James White

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ms. Curtis is exceedingly experienced have had countless courtroom appearances. She should have 5 stars. She is hard working and thoroughly prepared on any issue that may come before the court."

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Erin Curtis

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Yvonne is one of the smartest people I have ever met. She is highly respected by her peers for her wealth of knowledge about the law and her generosity in teaching others. Having Yvonne as your attorney means having a brilliant and dedicated advocate on your side--I would recommend her to anyone."

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Alison Warden

Unknown lawyer | Nov 21

Relationship: Co-worker

"Yvonne is an outstanding lawyer. Her analytical skills and wide knowledge base in criminal law enhance her significant natural talents as a trial attorney and negotiator. I know from working with Yvonne that she cares deeply about her clients' cases, and this care shows both in the results and high quality of her work. Yvonne has been a senior attorney at our firm for the past several years, training scores of inexperienced and experienced attorneys in trial practice, brief writing, negotiating, and legal analysis. I have heard a number of these attorneys credit Yvonne with teaching them everything they know. Yvonne deservedly enjoys a high level of respect from judges, court staff and opposing counsel, as well as with colleagues in the defense bar. Yvonne's talent, experience, and high ethical standards work in favor of her clients, and her representation is, simply put, superb."

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Veronica Freitas

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 11

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. Yvonne is extremely knowledgeable on the law and is a powerful advocate for her clients. She is respected by the courts and is considered a well prepared advocate."

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Natalie Findley-Wolf

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 11

Relationship: Co-worker

"Yvonne is the go-to person for information on just about any current issue in criminal defense. She is a veritable wealth of knowledge and experience. She is a passionate advocate for her indigent clients, and I look up to her."

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Erin Curtis

Criminal defense lawyer

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James White

Criminal defense lawyer

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Aimee Sutton

Criminal defense lawyer

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Veronica Freitas

Family lawyer

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Natalie Findley-Wolf

Criminal defense lawyer

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

1993

Magna Cum Laude, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign

Work Experience

1994 - 2011

Public Defender, Society Of Counsel Representing Accused Persons

Associations

2013 - Present

QLaw- GLBT Bar Association of Washington

Board Member

2012 - Present

King County Bar Association

Member

2012 - Present

Washington Women's Lawyers

Member

2012 - Present

QLaw- GLBT Bar Association of Washington, Service and Social Committee

Chair

2006 - Present

QLaw- GLBT Bar Association of Washington, Judicial Evaluation Committee

Member

2006 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2000 - Present

Washington Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys

Member

1994 - Present

Washington Defender Association

Member

2008 - 2010

QLaw- GLBT Bar Association of Washington, Judicial Evaluation Committee

Chair

1999 - 2003

LEGALS- (former LGBT Bar Association)

Member

Education

1993

University of Illinois College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1990

University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2012

Monthly CLE

DUI Legislative Update

2010

SCRAP- Monthly CLE

Search & Seizure Case Law Update

Languages

English

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