Top Criminal Defense Lawyers From Washington

In Washington, criminal charges—whether for DUI, drug offenses, theft, or assault—can carry serious consequences that impact your freedom and future. In a state that values justice, equity, and personal rights, you need a defense that’s thoughtful, assertive, and focused on results. From Seattle to Spokane, the right attorney makes a difference. Explore a handpicked list of top-rated criminal defense attorneys across Washington—known for strong advocacy, sound judgment, and a commitment to protecting your rights every step of the way.

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Chris Black
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence, Drug Crime, Federal Crime, Sex Crimes, Violent Crime, White Collar Crime
Alexander F. Ransom
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense, Gaming
Practice Areas: Assault & Battery, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence, Drug Crime, Homicide, Identity Theft, Sex Crimes, ...
Emily C. Beschen
Legal Specialization: Civil Rights, Criminal Defense, Employment
Practice Areas: Assault & Battery, DUI & DWI, Discrimination, Domestic Violence, Drug Crime, Federal Crime, Gun Law, ...
Mark A. Kaiman
Legal Specialization: Civil Rights, Criminal Defense
Practice Areas: Assault & Battery, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence, Driver's License Suspension, Drug Crime, Federal Crime, Gun Law, ...
Morgan Fletcher Benfield
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI, Drug Crime, Expungement, Sex Crimes, Violent Crime
George Paul Trejo, Jr.
Legal Specialization: Civil Rights, Criminal Defense, Personal Injury
Practice Areas: Federal Crime, Medical Malpractice
Diem Chi Nguyen
Legal Specialization: Bankruptcy, Criminal Defense, Family
Practice Areas: Alimony, Assault & Battery, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Child Custody, Child Support, Creditor Debtor Rights, DUI & DWI, ...
Mark Cassell
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense, Family
Practice Areas: Alimony, Child Custody, Child Support, DUI & DWI, Divorce & Separation, Domestic Violence, Drug Crime
Shannon Alice Lynch
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense
Practice Areas: Assault & Battery, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence
Matthew T. Hale
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence, Drug Crime, Science & Technology, Sex Crimes, White Collar Crime
Casey Arbenz
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI, Drug Crime, Juvenile, Sex Crimes
Nathan Needham
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense, Estate Planning, Personal Injury
Practice Areas: Assault & Battery, Car Accidents, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence, Driver's License Suspension, Drug Crime, Juvenile, ...
David W. Lee
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense
Practice Areas: Appeals, Assault & Battery, DUI & DWI, Drug Crime, Federal Crime, Juvenile, Parole & Probation
Tim Milios
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI, Violent Crime
William A. White
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury
Practice Areas: Animal & Dog Bites, Assault & Battery, Car Accidents, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence, Drug Crime, Motorcycle Accidents, ...
Matthew Knauss
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense
Practice Areas: Assault & Battery, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence
Michael T. Sanders
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI, Speeding & Traffic Tickets
Angela Griffin
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI, Drug Crime, Expungement, Sex Crimes, Speeding & Traffic Tickets, Violent Crime
John Thomas Doherty Jr

John Thomas Doherty Jr

  • John Thomas Doherty Jr, Attorney At Law
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence, Expungement
Timothy Leary
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense
Practice Areas: Appeals, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence, Gun Law, Juvenile, Violent Crime
Olivia Zhou
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense
Practice Areas: Administrative, Appeals, Government Contracts
Emma Long

Emma Long

  • Bailey, Duskin, Peiffle & Martin, P.S.
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense, Estate Planning, Family, Real Estate
Practice Areas: Alimony, Assault & Battery, Child Custody, Child Support, Commercial Real Estate, Divorce & Separation, Domestic Violence, ...
Dawn Farina
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI, Sex Crimes, Violent Crime
David Partovi
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense, Family
Practice Areas: Alimony, Assault & Battery, Child Custody, Child Support, DUI & DWI, Divorce & Separation, Domestic Violence, ...
Stephanie Bloomfield
Legal Specialization: Business, Criminal Defense, Employment, Personal Injury
Practice Areas: Animal & Dog Bites, Business Litigation, Contracts & Agreements, Discrimination, Employment Litigation, Mergers & Acquisitions, Nursing Home Abuse & Neglect, ...
Barbara A. Bowden

Barbara A. Bowden

  • The Law Offices of Barbara A. Bowden
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI, Speeding & Traffic Tickets
Roger Priest
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury
Practice Areas: Animal & Dog Bites, Brain Injury, Car Accidents, Construction Accidents, DUI & DWI, Drug Crime, Expungement, ...
Joe Frawley
Legal Specialization: Business, Civil Rights, Criminal Defense, Estate Planning, Insurance, Lawsuits & Disputes, Real Estate
Practice Areas: Appeals, Arbitration, Business Litigation, Car Accidents, Commercial Real Estate, Contracts & Agreements, Corporate & Incorporation, ...

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