Business Details
19 Years
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Emergency
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Your Trusted Tacoma Criminal Defense & DUI Law Firm
Beckwith Law is a dedicated legal practice specializing in criminal defense, DUI, domestic violence, and juvenile law. Established in 2007, our firm combines over two decades of collective legal experience with a client-focused approach to deliver aggressive, personalized defense strategies. Our founder, Cristine Beckwith, transitioned from a Deputy Prosecutor role to criminal defense to advocate for individuals facing charges, leveraging her unique perspective from both sides of the legal system.We prioritize clear communication, ensuring clients remain informed throughout their cases, and offer free consultations 24/7. With offices in Tacoma and Seattle, we serve clients across King, Pierce, Snohomish, Kitsap, and Thurston Counties, maintaining a strong reputation for achieving favorable outcomes in complex cases.
Services
DUI Defense
Domestic Violence
Assault Charges
Juvenile Defense
Theft Crimes
No Contact Orders
Military Members Legal Help
Vehicular Assault
Harassment & Stalking
Firearm Rights Restoration
Details
- Year established: 2007
Highlights and features
- We offer over 20 years of experience in criminal defense and DUI cases.
- Our founder has worked as both a Prosecutor and Defense Attorney.
- We provide 24/7 availability for free consultations and emergency cases.
- We focus exclusively on criminal defense, DUI, and related legal matters.
- We maintain a proven track record of reducing or dismissing charges.
Services
DUI Defense
Our DUI defense service focuses on challenging license suspensions and criminal charges through technical expertise and procedural scrutiny. We handle cases involving first-time offenses, field sobriety test disputes, and administrative hearings with the Washington State Department of Licensing. With offices in Tacoma and Seattle, we provide 24/7 representation to protect clients' driving privileges and minimize penalties.
Domestic Violence
We defend clients accused of domestic violence by challenging evidence, negotiating charge reductions, and addressing no-contact orders. Our approach includes mitigating civil consequences like firearm restrictions and employment impacts while ensuring clients understand court processes in King and Pierce Counties. We prioritize preserving clients' rights and family relationships.
Assault Charges
Our assault defense covers misdemeanor and felony cases, including self-defense strategies and mutual combat negotiations. We handle charges ranging from 4th to 1st Degree Assault, focusing on evidence suppression, witness credibility challenges, and minimizing jail time or probation outcomes in Western Washington courts.
Juvenile Defense
We advocate for minors facing criminal charges by securing diversion programs, preventing adult court transfers, and protecting educational opportunities. Our services include school system coordination, sexual offense defense, and ensuring juvenile records are sealed or expunged upon reaching adulthood.
No Contact Orders
We defend clients accused of violating no-contact orders through witness testimony challenges and mitigating circumstances like invited contact. Our strategies focus on reducing jail time, modifying order terms, and addressing firearm rights forfeiture in domestic violence-related cases.
People
Cristine Beckwith
Owner/Attorney
Cristine Beckwith founded Beckwith Law in 2007 after serving as a Deputy Prosecutor. With 20+ years of criminal defense experience, she specializes in DUI, domestic violence, and juvenile cases. She has led 30+ jury trials and authored legal publications while maintaining active memberships in Washington legal associations.
Questions
What should I do immediately after a DUI arrest in Washington?
Request a DOL hearing within 7 days to challenge license suspension and contact Beckwith Law immediately to begin building your defense strategy.
Can domestic violence charges be reduced or dismissed?
Yes, over 95% of our clients achieve charge reductions or dismissals through evidence challenges, witness credibility issues, and strategic negotiations with prosecutors.
Do you handle juvenile cases in schools or detention centers?
We represent minors in school disciplinary actions, diversion programs, and juvenile detention facilities across Western Washington's major counties.
Are payment plans available for legal services?
Yes, we offer affordable payment plans and flexible fee structures to ensure quality legal representation remains accessible.
What areas do you serve besides Tacoma?
We represent clients in Seattle, Bellevue, Olympia, Lakewood, Puyallup, and all major cities across King, Pierce, Snohomish, Kitsap, and Thurston Counties.
