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Defending the rights of the accused in Spokane and Eastern Washington.

Washington DUI law, penalties, and how these cases are defended.

Guidance on divorce, custody, support, and the family law matters Spokane families face.

Parenting plans, residential schedules, and how custody works in Washington.

How Washington establishes, calculates, and modifies child support.

What to expect from the divorce process in Washington State.

Misdemeanors can resolve in weeks; felonies often take months or longer. Learn what drives the timeline in Spokane County courts and what…

August 5, 2026

Yes — a DUI in Washington triggers two separate license suspension processes. Learn what to expect, key deadlines, and how to protect…

August 4, 2026

You're not required to hire a lawyer for an uncontested divorce in Spokane, but most people benefit from one. Learn why —…

August 3, 2026

Dying without a will in Washington means state law decides who gets your property. Learn how intestate succession works and why a…

July 31, 2026

Learn how to get a protection order in Spokane step by step — from filing at Spokane County Superior Court to the…

July 30, 2026

Yes, you can refuse a breathalyzer in Washington — but the penalties are serious and automatic. Learn what implied consent means and…