Jennifer Horwitz

Jennifer Horwitz is a Seattle criminal defense attorney who represents people accused of crimes or facing criminal investigations in Washington. Her work includes state and federal criminal matters, juvenile defense, and legal questions arising from allegations of harassment or domestic violence. She helps clients understand the stages of a criminal case and develop an approach suited to the charges or investigation involved. Her representation covers negotiations, hearings, and trial preparation.

Jennifer earned her J.D. from Harvard Law School in 1993. She was admitted to the Washington bar in 1994 and has spent decades working in criminal defense. Her legal education and long-running courtroom practice support her understanding of federal and state procedures, evidentiary issues, and the strategic choices faced by people under investigation. She also shares her experience with other attorneys through teaching and professional training on criminal law and court practice.

Jennifer has more than 25 years of experience handling criminal cases, including nearly two decades working on federal criminal matters. She advises clients on investigations, allegations of criminal conduct, juvenile cases, and protection-order questions. She also serves as local counsel for out-of-state attorneys appearing in the Western District of Washington. Her approach involves communication with clients, careful preparation, and coordination with investigators or other professionals when a defense requires specialized information.

Jennifer Horwitz has been recognized by Super Lawyers and serves on the board of the Seattle Clemency Project. She has co-authored guidance on clemency and federal criminal practice and presented programs for attorneys addressing criminal defense, protection orders, and domestic violence issues. She is affiliated with national and Washington criminal defense lawyer organizations. Her practice combines direct client representation with professional education and efforts to help people navigate difficult criminal justice proceedings.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Jennifer Horwitz Law
• Member, Washington State Bar Association
• National Representative, Attorneys Who Take Appointed Federal Cases in the Western District of Washington (2015-2017)
• Member, National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
• Member, Washington Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
• Board Member, Seattle Clemency Project

Licensed State

• Washington

Education

• Harvard Law School
  Juris Doctor (JD)

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