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.

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

• 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.

Washington

Since 2004

Cristine Beckwith, Attorney at Law

Current

Gonzaga University School of Law

J.D.

2004

University of Washington School of Law

B.A. | Business Administration

2001

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

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

Q. Why did I receive a “Notice of Interception Of Oral Communications Inventory” from the prosecuting attorneys office ?

21 July 2021

A: If you have not done anything wrong, it is possible that you have unknowingly communicated with a person who is being investigated for a very serious crime.

Q. if cops are called for dv is the accused part going to jail

18 July 2021

A: The accused person will often go to jail. However, it is not uncommon for the alleged DV victim who called 911 to end up going to jail. When the police investigate, people often unknowingly admit to crimes when telling their side of the story.

Q. Where do I go to get my possession of controlled substance charges dropped off my record

15 July 2021

A: They are going to start automatically vacating VUCSA drug possession convictions in Washington State. It's a big project for the State and details of when are scarce.