Jason S. Newcombe Criminal Defense, DUI Defense, and Traffic Ticket Defense Washington State Attorneys, PLLC | Tacoma Office Call (844) 925-2943 | https://www.washingtonstateattorneys.com/tacoma.html Your Tacoma Criminal Defense Attorney Tacoma is home. It is the city of the Tacoma Dome and Point Defiance, the Museum District, the waterfront along Ruston Way, the grit of downtown and the quiet of the North End. It is also the city where Jason S. Newcombe has been fighting for accused clients in Pierce County courtrooms for decades. From our Tacoma office at 201 St. Helens Ave, Jason and the criminal defense team at Washington State Attorneys, PLLC represent people charged with DUI, criminal offenses, and traffic infractions throughout Pierce County. Jason is an award winning Super Lawyer and has received more than 300 positive client reviews over many years of practice, earning the kind of trust that only comes from consistently delivering real results for real people. Call (844) 925-2943 today for a free and confidential consultation. Decades of Pierce County Courtroom Experience Jason has been handling criminal, DUI, and traffic cases in Pierce County for over two decades, and in that time our lawyers have appeared in every court in the county. When we say every court, we mean it. Our attorneys regularly appear in Pierce County Superior Court at the Pierce County Courthouse in downtown Tacoma for felony cases, family law matters, and appeals from the lower courts. We appear in Pierce County District Court for misdemeanors, gross misdemeanors, and civil infractions arising in unincorporated Pierce County, Eatonville, Edgewood, and elsewhere in the district's jurisdiction. We also appear in every municipal court in Pierce County, including Tacoma Municipal Court, Lakewood Municipal Court, Puyallup Municipal Court, Fife Municipal Court, Fircrest Municipal Court, Gig Harbor Municipal Court, Bonney Lake Municipal Court, Buckley Municipal Court, Orting Municipal Court, Roy Municipal Court, DuPont Municipal Court (held at Lakewood), Steilacoom Municipal Court (held at Lakewood), University Place Municipal Court (held at Lakewood), Milton Municipal Court (held at Puyallup), Sumner Municipal Court (held at Bonney Lake), South Prairie Municipal Court (held at Bonney Lake), Eatonville Municipal Court, Ruston Municipal Court (held at Fircrest), Carbonado Municipal Court (held at Buckley), and Wilkeson Municipal Court. That kind of local experience matters. Every courthouse in Pierce County has its own personality, its own prosecutors, and its own commissioners and judges. Jason knows the people, the practices, and the unwritten rules that make the difference between a case that drags on and a case that gets resolved the right way. DUI Defense in Tacoma and Pierce County DUI defense has been a cornerstone of Jason's practice since he tried his first DUI case as a prosecutor in 1996. That prosecutor's chair perspective, combined with decades of defense work in Pierce County, gives Jason a real edge in how he reads a case file and plans an attack. We challenge DUI cases on multiple fronts at once. Was the stop supported by reasonable suspicion? Were the field sobriety tests administered according to NHTSA protocols? Was the Draeger Alcotest 9510 breath test machine properly calibrated, was the operator currently certified, and was the fifteen minute observation period actually conducted? The Draeger has been the subject of serious, sustained scientific challenges by Washington defense attorneys, including concerns about breath temperature correction and fuel cell degradation. One critical point for Pierce County DUI clients: you have only seven days from the date of arrest to request a Department of Licensing administrative hearing to protect your driver's license. If you have been arrested for DUI in Tacoma, Lakewood, Puyallup, or anywhere in Pierce County, please call (844) 925-2943 right away so we can protect your license while we build your defense. Tacoma Criminal Defense A criminal charge can follow you for life. It affects jobs at JBLM and in the Port, it affects your ability to rent in Stadium or on the Hilltop, and it affects your family. Our Tacoma criminal defense lawyers handle the full range of Pierce County misdemeanors and felonies, including assault, domestic violence, theft, drug possession, harassment, malicious mischief, hit and run, reckless driving, no contact order violations, and minor in possession. We review the 911 call, the body camera and dashboard camera footage, the officer's report, the witness statements, and every piece of digital evidence. Then we push hard for dismissal, suppression, or acquittal where the facts support it, and for reduced charges or diversion when a negotiated resolution serves the client best. Pierce County Traffic Ticket Defense Paying a Pierce County traffic ticket is a guilty finding that will follow your driving record and drive up your insurance premiums for years. Before you mail that check, call us. Our attorneys fight speeding tickets, school zone and construction zone tickets, negligent driving, red light and stop sign violations, HOV violations, following too closely, unsafe lane changes, and no insurance citations throughout Pierce County. A short call could save you thousands. Visit Us or Call Us Today Tacoma Office: 201 St. Helens Ave, Suite 204B, Tacoma, WA 98402. Phone (253) 627-2222. Call (844) 925-2943 for a free consultation, or visit www.washingtonstateattorneys.com. We are ready to fight for you.

At Durflinger Oliver & Associates, we understand that choosing the right lawyer after an accident, criminal charge, or investigation is one of the most important decisions you can make. You deserve experienced attorneys you can trust to protect your future, guide you through the legal process, and fight for the best possible outcome. Our attorneys have built a strong reputation for aggressive advocacy, personal attention, and proven results. We regularly obtain substantial six-figure settlements and verdicts for injured clients, and have achieved seven-figure recoveries in serious injury and wrongful death cases. Whether you are facing mounting medical bills after a collision or dealing with the stress of a criminal investigation, our firm is prepared to stand by your side every step of the way. If you have been injured because of someone else’s negligence, charged with a crime, or cited for a traffic offense, the attorney you choose can have lasting consequences. Criminal charges can result in jail, fines, professional consequences, treatment requirements, and damage to your reputation. Traffic infractions can impact your insurance rates and driving privileges. Serious accidents can leave victims facing catastrophic injuries, lost income, pain and suffering, and overwhelming medical expenses. When your future is on the line, experience matters. At Durflinger Oliver & Associates you are not hiring a single attorney — you are hiring a litigation team with nearly 50 years of combined courtroom experience. Our lawyers have extensive experience working with judges, juries, insurance adjusters, prosecutors, and opposing counsel throughout Washington State. Insurance companies know which lawyers are prepared to take cases to trial, and that reputation can make a significant difference in the value of your injury claim. James Oliver Founding Partner and Of Counsel attorney James Oliver has more than 25 years of litigation experience handling personal injury and criminal defense cases. Before representing injured clients, Mr. Oliver worked in insurance defense litigation, giving him unique insight into how insurance companies evaluate and defend injury claims. He uses that experience to maximize compensation for accident victims and their families. Mr. Oliver is also a graduate of the Trial Lawyers College, an elite national trial advocacy program focused on advanced courtroom techniques and jury persuasion. His extensive courtroom experience and trial preparation have helped clients recover deep six-figure settlements and seven-figure results in serious injury litigation. Mr. Oliver paid for college while serving in the Army Reserves and co-captained his university’s NCAA Men’s Volleyball team. His military service and athletic background shaped his commitment to teamwork, discipline, and relentless preparation in the courtroom. He understands the unique concerns facing service members and their families, which is why the firm proudly offers a military discount. Natalie Durflinger Founding Partner Natalie Durflinger graduated with honors from both the University of Washington and Gonzaga University School of Law. At Gonzaga, she was a Thomas More Scholar and founded the university’s American Civil Liberties chapter, serving as its president. Natalie has dedicated her career to protecting individuals facing criminal charges and helping clients rebuild their lives. She has represented hundreds of criminal defense clients and has successfully helped hundreds of people restore firearm rights and vacate criminal convictions. She is widely respected as a skilled and aggressive advocate by judges, prosecutors, and opposing counsel alike. In addition to her courtroom work, Natalie served as an Adjunct Professor teaching Criminal Law and Criminal Procedure. Her practice includes misdemeanor criminal defense, domestic violence allegations, driving offenses, drug charges, property crimes, and personal injury representation for accident victims throughout Washington State. When you hire Durflinger Oliver & Associates, you get experienced trial lawyers who are committed to fighting for the best possible outcome in every case — whether that means negotiating a substantial settlement or taking your case to trial.

We believe that every client is one of our most valued assets. It is our objective to provide you with personalized, comprehensive and thorough legal representation whether you are a victim of a serious car accident, going through a divorce or fighting a criminal claim. We strive to get you the results you deserve. Besides personal injury law, we specialize in many practice areas, including family law and criminal defense in Tacoma and throughout Washington state. Practicing for over 25 Years When you are facing a serious legal problem, you need a diligent attorney immediately. Time is absolutely critical. Contact E. Allen Walker, Attorney at Law. Our fees are reasonable and our success is proven.

Cristine Beckwith is the owner of Beckwith Law. She is exceptionally qualified to provide strong representation to clients facing a wide range of criminal charges. Cristine began her career as a Deputy Prosecutor for Pierce County. During her time as a Prosecutor, Cristine realized that her passion was not for building cases against people. Her desire to fight for people accused of a crime caused her to change direction and focus on criminal defense. As a result, Cristine knows the legal system from both sides and can create opportunities that other attorneys often do not explore. Cristine has been a criminal defense attorney since 2004 and established Beckwith Law in 2007. At Beckwith Law, each client receives personalized attention and an aggressive defense. The majority of Cristine’s clients are charged with misdemeanor and felony crimes in the courts of Pierce County and King County. Her experience working with prosecutors and judges in these courts can result in faster and more favorable resolutions. For the convenience of her clients, Cristine has office locations in downtown Tacoma and downtown Seattle.

For over 22 years, John A. Sterbick has been dedicated to providing thorough and experienced legal advice. Here at the Law Offices of John A. Sterbick, we specialize in a wide variety of practice areas including Internal Revenue Services (IRS) Tax Representation, Personal Injury, and Bankruptcy. With several expert attorneys and an exceptional support staff, the Law Offices of John A. Sterbick are dedicated to serving you and your unique legal needs. My Grandfather, Joseph B. Lee, was an accountant and my mentor. I learned a great deal about the IRS from him at an early age. Both my father and my sister were also attorneys in Tacoma, Washington. I studied Federal Tax Law at Seattle University School of Law in 1985. Upon graduation in 1988, I started my practice at Sterbick, Abel, & Sterbick. Through my tax practice, I learned that many tax debts can be discharged through Chapter 7 bankruptcy or paid through Chapter 13. I began practicing bankruptcy law in 2009. My firm has discharged literally millions of dollars of IRS debt for my clients. I am admitted to practice before the United States Tax Court, the United States District Court, and the Washington State Superior Court. I am a member of the Washington State Trial Lawyers Association and the Washington State Bar Association. I am married and blessed with my wonderful wife and children. When I'm not doing things with my family in my spare time, I enjoy ballroom dancing and the game of golf.

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Nicholas (Cole) Douglas is a partner at Cochran Douglas, which has its offices in Tacoma, Washington. Concentrating his practice on personal injury matters, ranging from car accidents to product liability and wrongful death, he also takes on sexual abuse cases, serving clients throughout the state of Washington. Douglas is a compassionate and empathic attorney, taking the time to listen to his clients and answering all their questions. He provides personalized solutions for each of his clients cases and understands the pain they must be going through, especially when they are injured by another person’s careless actions. Graduating cum laude and with dean’s list honors, Douglas obtained his Juris Doctor from the Seattle University School of Law. He received his bachelor’s degree in psychology from the Willamette University and a Master of Business Administration degree from Willamette University’s Atkinson Graduate School of Management. Douglas is licensed to practice in Washington and before the United States District Court for the Western and Eastern Districts of Washington. He has received much recognition for his contributions to the field of law, including being named to the Top 40 Under 40 and Top 100 by The National Trial Lawyers, and receiving an Avvo rating of 10 out of 10. Douglas was also recently selected to the 40 Under 40 List by the South Sound Business Journal. Douglas has also consistently been recognized as a Rising Star by Super Lawyers since 2018. Active in his affiliations with the legal community, Douglas is a member of the Honorable Robert J. Bryan American Inns of Court, the American Bar Association, the American Association for Justice, the King County Bar Association and the Thurston County Bar Association. He is also an Eagle member of the Washington State Association for Justice and the past president of the Tacoma-Pierce County Bar Association’s New & Young Lawyers Section.

Howard Comfort is a practicing lawyer in the state of Washington.