Alexander F. Ransom

Alexander F. Ransom is a Washington criminal defense lawyer whose practice focuses on serious felonies, misdemeanors, DUI cases, and police misconduct matters. He represents clients in Superior, District, and Municipal Courts in Skagit and Whatcom Counties. His work is centered on protecting constitutional rights, building strong defense strategies, and guiding clients through difficult legal situations. He is known for thoughtful advocacy, courtroom skill, and a strong commitment to effective criminal defense representation.

Alexander studied at Western Washington University and later graduated from Fairhaven College’s Law and Diversity Program. He then earned his J.D. from Seattle University School of Law, where he was selected for both Moot Court and Law Review. His education gave him a strong foundation in legal writing, analysis, and courtroom advocacy.

During law school, Alexander interned with the City of Kent Prosecutor’s Office, where he prosecuted misdemeanors and gross misdemeanors and conducted jury trials. After law school, he served as a Deputy Criminal Prosecutor in the Tribal Court of the Lummi Nation, handling felony and misdemeanor offenses. He later moved into criminal defense as a Deputy City Public Defender in Bellingham Municipal Court, gaining broad experience in DUI, domestic violence, assault, and property crime cases.

Since entering private practice, Alexander F. Ransom has continued to focus on criminal defense with a high standard of service and trial advocacy. He has obtained six-figure settlements in police misconduct cases and strengthened his trial background through seminars with the National Institute for Trial Advocacy, earning a diploma in Advanced Trial Advocacy. His professional work reflects deep courtroom experience, strong legal judgment, and a clear commitment to defending clients facing serious criminal charges.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Law Offices of Alexander Ransom, PLLC
• Member, Skagit County Bar Association
• Member, National College of DUI Defense
• Member, Washington Defender Association
• Member, Whatcom County Bar Association
• Member, American Society of Legal Advocates
• Member, National Association of Distinguished Counsel
• Member, Washington Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

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Education

• Seattle University School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Fairhaven College, Western Washington University
  Bachelor of Arts

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