Martha A McLaughlin

I graduated Seattle University School of law and immediately began working at the Pierce County Prosecutor's Office. After two years with the Prosecutor's Office, I joined Durflinger Oliver & Associates where I help those who have been accused of committing crimes. I have handled thousands of cases ranging from domestic violence to DUI's. I have helped hundreds of clients keep or restore their driving privileges by prevailing in administrative hearings with the the Department of Licensing. I have also helped many clients vacate felony and misdemeanor convictions and restore their firearm rights. My previous experience as a prosecutor has given me a unique perspective that has enabled me to negotiate favorable outcomes even in the most difficult cases. In addition to my criminal caseload, I represent clients who have been injured through no fault of their own. I am a tough negotiator and work hard to insure that my clients are fully compensated for their pain and suffering.

Seattle University School of Law

J.D. (2007) | Law

2004 - 2007

Honors: Cum Laude

Activities: Phi Alpha Delta Law Fraternity International

University of Puget Sound

B.S. (1984) | Biology

1980 - 1984

Honors: Biology Honor Society

Senior Associate

Durflinger Oliver and Associates

2010 - Current

As the senior associate, I am responsible for overseeing, scheduling and training of support staff. I manage the weekly files audits and organize the office court schedule. I maintain both a full criminal caseload as well as a personal injury caseload. In addition, I handle all of the Department of Licencing hearings, firearms restoration and vacating records.

Volunteer Attorney

Tacoma Pierce County Bar Expungment Clinic

2009 - Current

Educating and assisting low income community members with expunging/vacating thier criminal history.

Deputy Prosecutor

Pierce County Prosecutor's Office

2008 - 2010

Handled a wide range of courtroom dockets including arraignments, pretrial conferences, violation hearings and a misdemeanor trial rotation Researched case law and prepared and argued motions on a variety of constitutional issues

Legal Intern

The Law Offices of Rachel Rolfes

2008 - 2008

Practiced in the area of family law

The Extent to Which Minors Have Protection Under the Fourth Amendment in a Public School Setting

Avvo

January 7, 2015

Award of "Excellence" - Criminal Defense

Avvo

2014

Pro Bono Service Commendation

Washington State Bar Association

2013

Pro Bono Service Commendation

Washinton State Bar Association

2012

Pierce County Firm of the Year

NALS

2012

Pro Bono Publico Sevice Commendation

Washington State Bar Association

2011

Tacoma Chamber of Commerce

Member

2014 - Current

Washington State Association of Justice

Member

2012 - Current

National College of DUI Defense

Member

2011 - Current

Tacoma Pierce COunty Bar Association

Member

2010 - Current

Washington State Bar Association  # 40049

Member

2008 - Current

Washington

Since 2008

• Free Consultation
  I always offer a free consultation and will take as much time as necessary to answer all of your questions and address your concerns.
• Credit Cards Accepted
• Contingent Fees
  Our firm advances all costs related to representing our personal injury clients and we do not take any fees unless our clients are fully compensated for their pain and suffering.