Cristine Beckwith

Cristine Beckwith is a compassionate defender that will give you an honest assessment of your case. She can almost always uncover evidence that works in her client's favor, resulting in a case dismissal or significantly reduced charges.

Even if incriminating statements or an admission of guilt has been made to law enforcement, hope is not lost. A strong defense combined with a positive history in the community can still result in a favorable outcome.

Cristine is rated 10/10 by the Avvo lawyer rating service. She offers a reasonable flat fee pricing structure as well as a free consultation.

Gonzaga University School of Law

J.D.

2004

University of Washington School of Law

B.A. | Business Administration

2001

Owner

Cristine Beckwith, Attorney at Law

2007 - Current

Attorney

Pierce County DAC

2004 - 2007

Juveniles Charged as Adults

WAHM

2013

Case Law Changes to Mandatory Blood Tests

WSBA

September 30, 2013

Trends in DUI Discovery

Thomson Reuters

March 6, 2013

How Acid Reflux Affects the Breathalyzer Test

Cantor Law

2012

Reckless Driving vs DUI in Washington State

online

2012

Human Rights, Myra Bradwell Award Ceremony

2004

How to handle a driving while license suspended case., WSBA CLE

2006

Oral board interview for law enforcement position, Oral board interview

2010

The Fallacy of Field Sobriety Tests, Chamber Monthly Meeting

2011

Juvenile Law, Criminal Defense for Juveniles

2013

Teacher of continuing legal education course

WSBA

2019

Rated Superb

Avvo

2014

Rated Superb for Criminal Defense & DUI

Top 40 Under 40 Criminal Defense Lawyers

American Society of Legal Advocates

2014

Top 100 Trial Lawyer

The National Trial Lawyers Organization

2014

Top 100 Trial Lawyers (2013, 2014)

Thought Leader in DUI Defense

Westlaw

2013

Thought Leader

Westlaw Publishing

2013

Pierce County Bar Association

Member

Current

WWL

Attorney Member

2013 - Current

National College for DUI Defense

Attorney Member

2013 - Current

Old Town Business and Professional Association

Member

2011 - Current

Washington Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2010 - Current

Washington

Since 2004

• Free Consultation
  Free consultations are available by phone as well as in person at our Tacoma and Seattle locations.
• Credit Cards Accepted
  We accept MasterCard, Visa, American Express, and Discover.
• Rates, Retainers and Additional Information
  Pricing is a flat fee and it varies based upon the type of case. We offer short term payment plans.

DUI & DWI

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

Juvenile Law

• Assault
• Military Defense

Q. I am going prro se on an aggravated dul ?Is that a good idea ?

November 19, 2023

A: Good Morning. Representing oneself on any criminal issue is not advised. If you do not have the means to pay for a private attorney, a public defender is advised. A private attorney might be able to work with your budget if they offer a payment plan. Best of luck.

Q. Hi, a friend was driving a car that is licensed in my name and he got into a police chase that got called off a few mins

November 3, 2023

A: Sorry to hear. A lawyer can carefully tell your side of the story.

Q. What can I do about a neighbor wearing a gun, coming to the property line and telling me what I can't do on our property

November 2, 2023

A: Sorry to hear. A civil anti-harassment protection order is a common remedy for a neighbor dispute involving unwanted and threatening contact. A good attorney will give you the best chance of getting the order issued.