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

Cristine Beckwith, Attorney at Law

Current

Case Law Changes to Mandatory Blood Tests

WSBA

September 30, 2013

Trends in DUI Discovery

Thomson Reuters

March 6, 2013

How to Run a Successful Law Practice, CLE, Seattle, WA

March 29, 2019

WSBA

Teacher of continuing legal education course

WSBA

2019

Rated Superb

Avvo

2014

Rated Superb for Criminal Defense & DUI

Top 100 Trial Lawyer

The National Trial Lawyers Organization

2014

Thought Leader

Westlaw Publishing

2013

Rated "A"

Better Business Bureau of Western Washington

Washington State Bar

Member

Current

Pierce County Bar Association

Member

Current

Washington Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

Current

American Association of Private Practice Lawyers and Attorneys

Member

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. somebody reported I aimed a gun at them, police searched my vehicle and find a gun out in the open. do they have a case?

May 2, 2022

A: Sorry to hear that this happened to you. From what you have described, it appears they do have evidence to include the firearm and possibly multiple witnesses that were in the other vehicle. It is very likely that the county prosecutor's office will move forward with criminal charges. It would be a good idea for you to avoid making statements to law enforcement. You definitely have a defense to these accusations and an experienced criminal defense attorney should handle all communications as part of their representation. Many of us offer free phone consultations and can at the very least point you in the right direction. Best of luck.

Q. Assault 3 washington state. What can I do to avoid jail or prison

December 23, 2021

A: Sorry to hear of your situation. The most important thing you can do is to avoid speaking to anybody but an experienced criminal defense attorney about what happened. Speaking to law enforcement or trying to represent yourself are both very bad ideas. Most of us offer free phone consultations and can at the very least point you in the right direction. Best of luck.

Q. I Live in Washington state . My ex girlfriend filed for a restraining order and accused me of Stuff I didn’t do .

December 3, 2021

A: Sorry to hear. It would be a good idea to be represented by a lawyer. Cease all contact with her. In this type of scenario, things can quickly spiral out of control while you remain unrepresented. Best of luck.