Stephen S. Krake

Stephen S. Krake is the lead attorney at Krake Law in Wenatchee, Washington. He focuses on criminal defense and represents clients facing allegations such as DUI, assault, and other offenses. His practice serves Wenatchee, East Wenatchee, Chelan, Cashmere, Leavenworth, Waterville, and surrounding communities. He works with individuals who need to understand criminal charges, assess the evidence, and prepare for hearings, negotiation, or trial.

Stephen earned a Bachelor of Science from Southern Illinois University, Carbondale, in 2003 and a J.D. from Southern Illinois University School of Law in 2009. He received academic recognition for legal writing and business planning during law school. He began practicing criminal defense in 2009. His academic preparation and experience inform his approach to legal research, motions, trial strategy, and the analysis of evidence in contested criminal proceedings.

Stephen has represented people in a wide variety of criminal cases and has appeared in motion hearings and jury trials. His work involves reviewing the allegations, preparing legal arguments, and pursuing defenses appropriate to each client’s circumstances. He is licensed in Washington, Illinois, North Carolina, and the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians Tribal Court. His practice centers on protecting client rights and addressing the potential effects of criminal prosecution.

Stephen S. Krake has served as president and treasurer of the Chelan-Douglas County Volunteer Attorney Services board, which supports legal assistance for low-income residents. He also serves as vice president of the Wenatchee River Alliance. His volunteer leadership complements a criminal defense practice focused on fair treatment and access to counsel. He brings courtroom experience and community involvement to the legal matters of clients in North Central Washington.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Krake Law
• Member, Washington State Bar Association
• Member, Illinois State Bar Association
• Member, The North Carolina State Bar
• Past President and Former Treasurer, Chelan Douglas County Volunteer Attorney Services (CDCVAS)
• Vice President, Wenatchee River Alliance

Licensed State

• Washington
• Illinois
• North Carolina

Awards & Badges