Kradel Defense PLLC operates from 1455 NW Leary Way Suite 400, Seattle, Washington 98107, with attorney Jeffrey Kradel providing criminal defense services throughout Washington State for over twenty-five years in both state and federal courts. The firm handles DUI charges, drug crimes ranging from possession to trafficking, domestic violence, sex crimes, theft offenses, gun and weapons charges, white collar crimes, and federal criminal defense with aggressive yet compassionate representation. Kradel brings over two decades of exclusive criminal law practice, earning an AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating from Martindale-Hubbell for high ethical standards and professional abilities while maintaining direct client communication including text message availability. The practice emphasizes strategic defense approaches for DUI cases examining arrest details to pursue dismissals or reductions, advocating for drug rehabilitation alternatives to incarceration in drug cases, and building strong defenses for domestic violence and sexual assault accusations. For federal crimes and white collar offenses including embezzlement and fraud, Kradel leverages his extensive courtroom experience and relationships with prosecutors to negotiate favorable outcomes or mount aggressive trial defenses. The firm has successfully represented thousands of clients since 1995, with testimonials highlighting Kradel’s ability to achieve dismissals in seemingly hopeless cases, his strategic courtroom performance compared to John Grisham novels, and his willingness to argue with judges and prosecutors when necessary. Offering free consultations at 206-395-4998, the Seattle-based practice serves King County, Snohomish County, and surrounding areas with twenty-four hour availability for those facing arrest or criminal charges.
Criminal Defense Attorneys
The Meryhew Law Group, PLLC operates from 200 Broadway #301, Seattle, Washington 98122, with attorney Brad Meryhew focusing exclusively on defending juveniles and adults accused of sexual misconduct in state and federal criminal courts since 2007. As the practice transitions toward retirement in 2025, Brad Meryhew continues accepting select cases particularly involving child pornography charges and online internet stings while moving operations to his home office. Meryhew serves as Chair of the Washington Sex Offender Policy Board since 2020, championing reforms including removing barriers to registry removal and eliminating registration requirements for most minors convicted of sex offenses. The practice emphasizes early intervention during investigations, sometimes recommending polygraph examinations, providing written statements to detectives, facilitating psychosexual evaluations, and occasionally advising clients to speak with police under carefully controlled circumstances. Specializing in Internet Crimes Against Children including online stings, child pornography, sexting with minors, and sexual communications, the firm understands both the forensic evidence challenges and mitigation strategies necessary for favorable resolutions. With extensive experience defending juveniles in sexual misconduct cases and adults facing charges from date rape to child molestation, the practice provides comprehensive representation including post-conviction services for registration relief, community custody violations, immigration consequences, and professional licensing issues while maintaining offices at 206-264-1590.
Jennifer Horwitz Law operates from 2317 NW Market Street Suite A in Seattle, Washington 98107, where Harvard Law School graduate Jennifer Horwitz provides specialized criminal defense with 30 years of trial-intensive practice handling every case phase personally without delegation. The firm offers one-hour paid consultations at $500 for immediate legal strategy needs, a $1,500 Protection Order Bundle empowering self-representation, and $2,000 clemency case evaluations drawing on her Seattle Clemency Project board experience. Horwitz represents healthcare professionals facing criminal charges, handles federal cases including white collar fraud with pre-charging phase expertise, and defends domestic violence allegations for both accused individuals and victims seeking charge dismissals. Her practice encompasses burglary, criminal trespass, cyberstalking, interference with reporting, false rape accusations, child assault allegations, juvenile crimes, anti-harassment orders, LGBTQ protection cases, sexual assault protection orders, violation proceedings, sex crimes, and SB 6164 resentencing motions. With proven success securing not guilty verdicts and pre-trial dismissals of serious felonies including sex offenses, Horwitz provides top-to-bottom personal representation emphasizing efficient billing, clear communication, compassionate client treatment, strategic case development, skilled trial advocacy, creative negotiation, and court respect. Available at 206-799-2797, she serves clients facing investigations, arrests, detective interviews, federal agent contacts, protection order proceedings, or seeking early release through clemency after exhausting appeals.
Kiviat Criminal Defense maintains offices at 705 2nd Avenue, Suite 1111, Seattle, Washington 98104, with Aaron Kiviat providing experienced criminal defense representation as a former prosecutor with over five years prosecuting and five years defending clients throughout Washington State. Aaron Kiviat, contactable at (206) 658-2404, handles domestic violence cases including assault DV, harassment, interfering with reporting, along with sex crimes, hit and run offenses both attended and unattended, theft crimes from shoplifting to felony theft, check fraud, assault, violent crimes, and drug charges. The practice offers free face-to-face one-hour consultations to discuss specific case facts, advise on possible outcomes and penalties, and develop strategies to effectively combat charges, with 24/7 emergency phone availability for clients. Kiviat immediately notifies prosecutors and courts of representation, requests all police and investigative reports, conducts independent investigations including utilizing private investigators and expert witnesses, and examines potential constitutional rights violations. With experience ranging from minor shoplifting to homicide cases, the firm provides customized defense strategies, taking the offensive to put the State on its heels from the beginning of representation. The Seattle criminal defense practice serves clients Monday through Friday 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., offering experienced guidance for those facing Washington State criminal charges with severe impacts including jail time, fines, constitutional rights loss, probation, deportation, and employment consequences.
The Law Offices of Morgan Fletcher Benfield, PLLC operates from offices at 1201 Pacific Avenue, Suite 600 in Tacoma, Washington 98402 and 1420 5th Avenue, Suite 2200 in Seattle, Washington 98101, specializing exclusively in Washington criminal defense. Morgan Fletcher Benfield provides personalized attention to clients facing DUI charges with mandatory jail time and license suspension, domestic violence accusations requiring strong representation, sex crimes with life-long consequences including lengthy prison terms and sex offender registration, and felony charges carrying harsh penalties and permanent criminal records. The practice also handles drug crimes in Washington’s complex and evolving legal landscape, military defense for service members facing both civilian and military consequences, firearm charges, juvenile and student crimes, and criminal traffic offenses. Understanding that each case is unique, the firm offers free consultations to develop plans meeting clients’ goals, whether negotiating dismissals or manageable sentences. Their approach combines aggressive yet meticulous defense strategies with local knowledge of Washington’s court system, providing tailored solutions while keeping clients informed throughout the process. With transparent, upfront flat fees and flexible payment plans including sliding scale options for eligible clients, they make quality criminal defense accessible. Available 24/7 at (253) 352-4222, the firm fights to protect freedom, futures, and rights while guiding clients through DUI court processes, license reinstatement, and complex legal challenges.
Wood Sims Law operates from 645 SW 153rd Street #2, Seattle, WA 98166, where attorneys Cory J. Wood and Chris Sims provide dedicated criminal defense throughout King, Pierce, and surrounding Washington counties. Cory Wood brings experience from internships at both prosecution offices and criminal defense firms, while Chris Sims started his career at one of Washington’s most experienced criminal defense firms handling both misdemeanor and felony cases. The firm specializes in DUI defense, sex crimes, domestic violence, traffic violations, gun rights restoration, and probation violations, with both attorneys maintaining admission to practice in multiple municipal and tribal courts. Chris Sims has tried over thirty jury trials, earned recognition as one of the 10 Best by the American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys, and handles everything from first offense DUIs to vehicular homicide charges. The practice provides comprehensive criminal defense including misdemeanor and felony representation, expungements, and aggressive advocacy for clients facing serious accusations throughout Western Washington courts. Wood Sims Law offers more than just litigation services, providing careful attention to the personal impact criminal charges have on clients and their families. With offices in Burien and serving the greater Seattle area, the firm maintains strong relationships with local courts while fighting vigorously for clients’ rights. Contact them at 206-246-5300 for criminal defense from attorneys who embrace the opportunity to go to trial.
Chris L. Matson, Attorney at Law, maintains offices at 5903 NW 36th Avenue, Seattle, WA 98107, specializing in DUI defense throughout Washington state for over 40 years at 206-632-2922. Recognized twice among the top twenty trial lawyers in Washington by judges polled by Washington Law publication, Matson has represented thousands facing driving under the influence charges. His reputation as a stellar trial lawyer with unrivaled tenacity and commitment to successful outcomes makes him one of Washington’s premier DUI and criminal defense attorneys. The practice handles all aspects of impaired driving cases including alcohol-related DUIs, drug DUIs, and related traffic offenses throughout the state. Known for exceptional preparedness, professionalism, and courtesy in court, Matson explores every possible avenue of advantage for clients’ cases. With decades of specialized experience, he understands the complexities of Washington DUI law and works to mitigate penalties or achieve dismissals. The firm provides immediate assistance to avoid jail time and license loss, recognizing the limited time available after arrest. Matson’s track record in this specialty area is well-known among legal peers throughout Washington. His 40-plus years of criminal defense expertise allows him to provide exceptionally effective representation. Offering free case evaluations, the practice helps those charged with DUI navigate the legal system. As a top criminal defense attorney, Matson brings unmatched experience to protect clients’ driving privileges and freedom throughout Washington state.
Burke Brown Attorneys, PLLC is a law firm in Seattle, WA located at 506 2nd Avenue Suite 1400, Seattle, WA 98104, reachable at (206) 761-1326 and [email protected], with a text option at (206) 395-3770. The firm is led by attorneys Liza Burke and Dana Brown, with additional team member Bruce Hopson, bringing a combined 40 years experience to their practice. Burke Brown Attorneys represents a wide range of Washington state residents accused of wrongdoing, providing legal counsel in situations involving criminal charges, restraining protection orders, juvenile charges, education discipline, and CPS investigations throughout Seattle, the Eastside, and surrounding areas.
The firm’s mission at Burke Brown Attorneys, PLLC focuses on protecting clients’ rights in matters affecting reputation, goals, career, and family, developing solutions by working directly with clients to provide peace of mind and hope for the future. They specialize in criminal defense, domestic violence, protection orders, juvenile offenses, education defense, and CPS/child abuse cases. The attorneys draw from solutions and strategies gathered over their combined 40 years experience to protect clients and manage initial impacts like arrests, no-contact orders, temporary orders, and emergency actions while working toward positive outcomes. The firm offers a complimentary guide on “Effective Response Techniques for Accusations of Wrongdoing” and maintains a newsletter, with their office open for consultations at 506 2nd Avenue Suite 1400, Seattle, WA 98104.
Lake Law, PLLC operates from three locations: Columbia City Office at 3703 S. Edmunds St., Suite 115, Seattle, WA 98118, Pioneer Square Office at 119 1st Ave S. Bridge, Suite 310, Seattle, WA 98104, and South Puget Sound Office at 115 S 1st St S, Montesano, WA 98563, all reachable at 206-536-2830. Lake Law, PLLC is led by sole attorney who provides consumer protection and criminal defense services in Seattle and Greater Puget Sound Region. The firm specializes in protecting consumer rights, stopping collection attempts, fighting criminal charges, and contract disputes. Lake Law, PLLC serves clients in King County, Pierce County, Thurston County, Snohomish, Grays Harbor, Kitsap, Spokane and beyond.
Lake Law, PLLC handles cases involving debt collectors and Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA), auto dealerships, medical care provider disputes, retailers, financial institutions, auction sites, landlord neglect of proper maintenance, Insurance Fair Conduct Act (IFCA) violations, DUI, drug possession, assault and vehicular assault, theft, and logbook violations for CDL holders. As former prosecutor, the attorney brings unique perspective to criminal defense cases while also standing up for consumers against major corporations. Lake Law, PLLC operates with philosophy that justice for all means everyone’s quality of life is worth protecting, providing one-on-one attention and service that can rarely be matched by larger law firm.
The Wood Law Office, located at 645 SW 153rd Street #2, Seattle, WA 98166, serves King, Pierce, Snohomish, Thurston, and Kitsap Counties with experienced criminal defense, DUI, and traffic litigation services. Cory Wood, reachable at (206) 402-9052, brings unique perspective from working in three different prosecutors’ offices and being mentored by experienced criminal defense trial attorney Michael Frans since 2011. The practice defends clients facing DUI/DWI charges that threaten jobs, income, and driving privileges, utilizing extensive knowledge of local court systems and established relationships with judges and prosecuting attorneys throughout Western Washington. Criminal defense services protect clients accused of various offenses, while traffic ticket defense helps beat citations that impact driving records and insurance rates across King and Pierce Counties. Additional services include misdemeanor defense for charges carrying jail time and criminal records, expungement proceedings to clear eligible convictions, probation violation hearings protecting clients from incarceration, and gun rights restoration for those seeking to regain Second Amendment privileges. Wood Law Defense emphasizes courteous, respectful treatment with diligent, competent representation, offering free consultations and flexible services whether meeting downtown, at courthouses, client locations, or through internet communications to achieve the best outcomes for busy people.