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The Law Offices of Smith & White, PLLC
  • Criminal Law, Domestic Violence, DUI & DWI
  • Washington
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Lawyer Rating and Reviews
Legal Knowledge
5.0/5.0
Legal Analysis
5.0/5.0
Communication Skills
5.0/5.0
Ethics and Professionalism
5.0/5.0
Derek Michael Smith
Derek Michael Smith October 19, 2018
Rating: 10 Lawyer Rating - 10 out of 10
I have been around James for over 25 years in the legal community. He has the highest regard in the legal community and the skills required of an excellent criminal defense attorney.
Client Reviews
M. B. May 26, 2020
Kind and Professional "I contacted James after my charge, and right from the start he was informative and reassuring. James worked hard to get me the best possible outcome, and was always very quick to return a call or text. He was straightforward and honest with me about my case, explaining both the good and the bad in a way that was reassuring without being misleading. Overall, I highly recommend Smith and White to anyone who is looking for the most professional representation in their legal matters."
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Biography

Get your case dismissed with a motion or because the government is unable to proceed. On a recent dismissal the Judge said she had not dismissed a case in 20 years but she was dismissing mine.

99%+ client satisfaction. All of our clients give us positive reviews.

Where I grew up in the mountainous Redwoods people prided themselves on their common sense. Common sense is not something frequently associated with the law. But there is a lot of common sense behind the ideas of the law. Re-introducing common sense to the case is just one of the many ways I can get a great result for you.

Scored 99.9% on LSAT (Law School Admissions Test).

Practice Areas
    Criminal Law
    Criminal Appeals, Drug Crimes, Expungement, Fraud, Gun Crimes, Internet Crimes, Sex Crimes, Theft, Violent Crimes
    Domestic Violence
    Domestic Violence Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence Restraining Orders
    DUI & DWI
Video Conferencing
  • FaceTime
  • Google Meet
  • Skype
  • Zoom
  • Microsoft Teams
  • WhatsApp
Fees
  • Free Consultation
  • Credit Cards Accepted
    Visa, MasterCard & American Express
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
Washington
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Languages
  • English
  • Spanish: Spoken
Professional Experience
Founding Attorney
The Law Offices of Smith & White, PLLC
- Current
DUI lawyer
Law Offices of James Egan
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Criminal Defense & Immigration Attorney
Legacy Legal, PLLC
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Criminal Defense Attorney
Associated Counsel for the Accused
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Criminal Defense Attorney
Department of Assigned Counsel
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Education
Seattle University School of Law
J.D. (1996)
Activities: HOLA & Centro Latino
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University of California - Berkeley
B.S. (1991) | Sociology/English
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Awards
Lead Counsel Rated
Martindale-Hubbell
Client Distinction Award
Martindale-Hubbell
Client Choice Award
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Top Contributor
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Professional Associations
Tacoma Pierce County Bar Association
Member
Current
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National College of DUI Defense
Member
Current
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Washington Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
Member
Current
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Washington Defender Association
Member
Current
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American Immigration Lawyers Association
Member
Current
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Washington State Trial Lawyers Association
Member
Current
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Washington State Bar Association
Member
Current
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Washington State Bar  # 26802
Member
- Current
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Publications
Articles & Publications
James White Criminal Law Blawg
Tacoma Criminal Lawyer Blog
Constructive Possession and Unwitting Possession
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Field Sobriety Tests for DUIs
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How to Get the No Contact Order Dropped
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So You Admitted You were Driving
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Where You Read Your Rights?
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Top Ten Responses to Being Interrogated by Law Enforcement
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Speaking Engagements
Immigration Update to Criminal Defense
CLE Presentation
2001
Mental Health & Criminal Defense
International Judges touring King County Mental Health Court
2003
Mental Health & Criminal Defense
Gains Conference in Las Vegas
2004
Mental Health Issues in Criminal Defense
Mental Health Conference
2004
Candidate Qualifications
Political Caucus
2007
Real World Criminal Law
Seattle University Legal Externship Orientation
2005, 2006, 2007
Practical Practice Skills
Seattle University School of Law
2009
Websites & Blogs
Website
James J. White's Website Profile
Website
The Law Offices of Smith & White, PLLC Website
Website
The Law Offices of Smith & White, PLLC Website en Español
Blog
Tacoma Criminal Lawyer Blog
Contact & Map
The Law Offices of Smith & White, PLLC
Tacoma Office
717 Tacoma Ave S
Suite C
Tacoma, WA 98402
Telephone: (253) 203-1645
Fax: (844) 331-1637
Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours (Today)
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours
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