Seattle Criminal Defense Lawyer

Legal Representation for Criminal Charges in the Seattle Area

The criminal process can be tough, and if you have been arrested and charged with a crime then you know this better than anyone. Being arrested can be a traumatic experience for any person, but when formal charges are filed against you, your traumatic arrest will become a distant memory. When an individual is charged with a crime, it will surely be one of the worst and toughest experiences they will go through in life. At Baker, Lewis, Schwisow & Laws, PLLC, a Seattle criminal defense attorney can help. We realize the amount of stress you are under once formal criminal charges have been filed and will always acknowledge the severity and seriousness of your situation. Unlike other law firms where the attorneys may function on auto-pilot, never taking into consideration your individual needs, the criminal lawyers at our firm will always provide you with personal, concentrated service and your needs will always be their top priority.

Whether this is your first arrest or if you already have a criminal record and have been through this process before, there is no question that your future will be on the line. The steps you take at this immediate moment in time may serve to seriously impact the outcome of your case. It is absolutely crucial that you get in contact with a criminal defense lawyer as soon as possible, even if you have not been formally charged. Law enforcement is most likely working actively to try to get enough evidence against you for the prosecuting attorney to move forward with formal charges; exercising your right to legal counsel early in the process can help you avoid formal charges in the first place. Our skilled team can conduct a pre-file investigation on your behalf to help you during the investigatory phase of legal proceedings.

Types of Criminal Cases Handled

Our Seattle criminal defense law firm represents clients facing various types of criminal charges. We take on cases related to DUI and various types of driving offenses, all types of drug crimes, theft, domestic violence, assault, robbery, arson, rape, white collar crimes, violent crimes, internet crimes, military crimes and federal charges. Our team can also handle cases related to boating under the influence, minor in possession/consumption of alcohol, obstruction of justice, resisting arrest, false statements to public servants, criminal trespassing, malicious mischief and reckless endangerment.

Juvenile Crimes

Has your child been arrested or given a ticket by a police officer recently? Even if the matter seemed minor or irrelevant, you may want to consider talking to a criminal defense attorney as soon as possible. With child crime cases and cases involving teenagers, a prosecutor may try to push for maximum penalties or to try this person as an adult to "make an example" out of them. With a criminal conviction on their record, they will then find it extremely difficult to succeed later on down the road. Some colleges will look to see if a person has a criminal record before they accept their application. The same applies to most jobs. Besides for these personal penalties that are associated with a juvenile crime conviction, your child may also have to attend alcohol or drug classes, if the offense was related to these types of substances, or may have to pay restitution if they were caught for shoplifting. Click here to read more about juvenile crimes.

In handling these cases, our firm fights to help clients avoid the many serious penalties associated with criminal convictions of all kinds, including imprisonment, fines, restitution, community service, probation, and sex offender registration if they are facing sex crime charges. We also fight to help them avoid having a misdemeanor or felony conviction on their record, which may result in limited opportunities in the future.

We represent adult and juvenile defendants, taking care to provide the level of aggressive representation combined with the personalized service that we believe they deserve. In addition to handling criminal charges, we can help you if you were previously convicted of a crime and are interested in clearing your record. This can positively influence your ability to gain employment and can help you with matters related to financial, housing and educational opportunities.

Contact a Seattle Criminal Defense Attorney Today

Whether you have been charged with a gross misdemeanor crime such as DUI, or a more serious offense such as a felony, a Seattle criminal defense lawyer from our firm can provide you with quality representation. No matter how minor or severe your charges may seem, our attorneys have the training and experience it will take to positively resolve your criminal case. Your choice of a lawyer will be a huge factor in determining how successful your case will be, and this decision should not be taken lightly.

When you choose our Seattle law firm to represent you during your criminal case, you will first meet with the lawyer who will be handling your case. During this meeting you will speak at length with your attorney about your charges and they will begin working to collect evidence, information, and witness testimony that may be used to clear you of criminal charges. Your Seattle criminal defense lawyer will guide you through the criminal process and will constantly keep you updated about the status of your case. We are proud to serve clients in Seattle, Bellevue and Kirkland.

If you or a loved one has been charged with a crime, you should immediately contact a Seattle criminal defense attorney from the firm to discuss your case!