Coleen is an awesome lawyer, got arrested for a DUI, she was the first person i called for help, very patient walked me through the whole process. She fought for the whole way and got my charges dramatically reduced. Do what ever she says in the time she sets, if she tells you to drive to Redmond for your DUI class and victims panel its for a good reason. I will be recommending her to anyone I know that needs help with the law. read more

I was facing a felony charge for something I did not do. I I contacted Coleen immediately after getting arrested for a free consultation. Thereafter, she went above and beyond what was required of her to provide free legal advice to me across a period of three months. Many other lawyers that I tried to contact simply ignored my emails or charged a consultation fee. Subsequently, as my case progressed, I retained Coleen. Thanks to her contacts and experience, she was able to eventually get a hold of the deputy prosecutor to persuade him not to file any charges!! Throughout this entire harrowing episode, Coleen has been a steady and reassuring source of strength for me. She patiently dealt with my incessant questioning while always keeping me in the loop. Furthermore, I personally find her rates to be very reasonable considering her background and experience. Coleen not only has her client's interest at heart, I firmly believe she is the most well-equipped to protect her client's interest. No matter how big or small, I highly recommend anybody in need of legal help to contact Coleen immediately! read more

After fighting my case for a year and a half alone. Until the ending of my last court appearance with my public defender I realized I had made my case only worse and there was really no way I could make it right for me I was devastated, and I saw my situation for what it was, and it was Grim, and worse I felt tricked. I don't mean to sound so dramatic but after I left the court I went to my car and I cried. Then I called my parents and I told them that I was so naive and foolish to think I was actually doing well, only to find out that I was doing the exact opposite my public defender even told me I was looking at going to jail. I decided that I either need a new attorney which I couldn't afford or I just had to figure out a way to talk to the judge this was overwhelming. My parents came by my house that same night and they came and they and told me that they have decided that it is very important for me and my future if they help me with money and get an attorney I can honestly say I was so relieved. I found an attorney and I immediately became more worried he was worse than my public defender he didn't even ask me about my case or what I wanted I won't get into all of that it's purely a gift from God that I suddenly got the phone number to the attorney Coleen St Clair that I had been wanting for a long time I just needed my friend to bring it over suddenly he was over at my house and I grabbed that number and I didn't even know what I was doing and Colleen herself answered . It was so perfect I know it was a gift from God. She immediately said to me I will take your case what a relief. She had a few brief questions but she herself gave me a lot of Hope a lot. From having no hope at all to suddenly getting Hope it's such a relief. I told Coleen about my my charge briefly and how I felt the police were so wrong and how they handled it and she agreed. She said she had to go she would call me back, not to worry just relax and she'll study my case and she'll probably have to do a few continuances and don't worry about going to jail that's ridiculous. Hearing coleen say that, gave me a strange feeling and it was strange I was completely at peace I wasn't worrying I even enjoyed the evening with some friends and we had a barbecue I didn't think for one minute about court that to me with everything to me. After Coleen started taking over my case I really didn't worry too much I did have a few worries but nothing like what I was before. Ms. St Clair even took the time to tell me things that don't matter that I thought mattered in court even though that it made me mad that it didn't matter, she informed me it didn't and don't even bring it up. Coleen even had the respect for me to give me her opinion of some of my beliefs and my feelings regarding the police she set me straight and I was very glad she did I won't get into that it's rather personal but it this lesson I've learned from her will continue on for the rest of my life. Well I'm going to wrap this review up. it's time but I would like to inform you in this review that Coleen St Clair, at the very last moment got my case dismissed. I jokingly told her that I still haven't come to terms with the lovely word dismissal. It truly has not sunk in yet. For over 2 years of my life I have had tremendous anxiety and sometimes even pain because of the court system but I held on and I didn't give up this I can be proud of myself for. Im also rather proud of myself for realizing the first attorney I hired was a joke and I wanted to Coleen, and I got her. Thank God for that! Now I see my future is bright with nothing regarding drugs on my clean record. the thought of having a drug charge on my record was was dreadful it would have followed me for the rest of my life it's horrible what people have to go through especially people that don't have a drug problem especially people that don't do drugs I don't even drink. Thank you Coleen. From the bottom of my heart. Every time I apply for a job or if I apply for a credit card or whenever a background check is run on me I will thank you I will remember her. I know I will. How could I not. I think I will keep in touch with her every once in a while just to say hello and how I'm doing. One last thing I must mention. During my relationship with Colleen about a half a year she knew all the horrible things I had to deal with regarding my health then my father and other problems. There was just so much on my plate .She helped me by being understanding, and she helped me with a few Court times that I just could not do and we all know court and compassion dont mix. Whoever is reading my review if you are having a legal problem and you are trying to make a decision on an attorney trust me you don't need to look any further just go ahead give her a call and pray that she can take your case. THANK YOU COLEEN!! IM SMILING AGAIN! read more

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July 4th holiday did not end so well for me. I was pulled over 3 blocks from my home and ended up blowing just barely above the limit for a DUI. I erroneously refused the second test at the State Patrol Headquarters and they ended up booking me into jail for 24 hours which was a scary and embarrassing experience . I don't know much about the legal process but I know that a DUI is not something to trifle with . I started reading yelp reviews of DUI lawyers and was drawn to the reviews for Coleen. I gave her a call late in the evening and to echo what everyone else has said in their reviews, she took over an hour explaining the process plus all the ramifications and possible outcomes. She also had me be proactive and enroll in a alcohol victims counsel and take an all day Drug and Alcohol course to also better my outcome She did so in a very frank way which I appreciated but also did it with compassion . It is very comforting to know that she had so many years as a prosecutor so I knew she has a lot of insider knowledge and skills to negotiate the best possible outcome. She was able to get my sentence reduced to a reckless driving. I highly recommend Collen for her straight forward honest approach , knowledge, experience, and tenacity to get the best results for her clients. read more

When I had drunk driving, I was caught by the police officer. And I got DUI. So I needed a lawyer. One of my friends introduced Mrs. Clair for me. She was really a ray of light to me. She did not give up my case and gave me courage. And she led my case to victory. I really appreciate it. If you have a bad case, you should choose her. You have no regrets and she will lead your case to victory. read more

Facing drunk driving charges is awful. Guilt, shame and fear is just the beginning of what one feels. Finding the right attorney is key to not making a really bad situation even worse. Coleen St. Clair is a seasoned and experienced attorney. Hope you never find yourself needing an attorney for a DUI, but if you should, I can highly recommend St. Clair. She achieved astounding results. Way more than I hoped. read more

Being my first run in with the law, I cannot be more thankful enough that I called Colleen. Things were not looking bright at that moment in time, having to deal with the unfortunate "game" that is our legal system, I was so blessed that I called St, Clair Law offices, she truly helped me through the ordeal, and she showed me empathy, and that is such a key trait to a good lawyer. And best of all, I walked away with only a manageable handful of fines , she performs miracles....There is a reason her name is St. Clair. Thank you so much Colleen, I mean that. And to you, the review reader ,I can honestly recommend Colleen St. Clair, Attorney at Law. read more

After a traumatic car accident, I was scared and knew I needed a lawyer by my side. Coleen was the exact lawyer I needed for legal counsel. I would recommend her to anyone for the following 3 reasons: 1. Accessible at all hours: She picked up all my calls promptly no matter what hour of the day it was (even the morning of the Superbowl game and 8 pm!). Other law offices advertise on their website that they can be contracted 24/7 for initial consultation, but it's not true. She truly follows through and can be contacted at any hour. 2. Knowledgable, Honest, & Compassionate: She was tough and sharp about law proceedings, but was also kind and emotionally intelligent. She honestly told me what I could be charged with and needed to be prepare for, but was able to relay this information to me in a compassionate manner. 3. Prepared and Takes Initiative: After the incident, she sat with me during my interview phone call with the detective. Having to relive the incident through questioning was tough and nerve-racking, but having her expertise with me during the call made it easier because I knew I was in good hands. She prepared me for all possible questions beforehand and she took charge of the interview process with the detective knowing that this was a hard subject. I of all people know that lawyer fees are hard on a tight budget, but if you're in a situation with law enforcement, Coleen's service is definitely worth it. She was the only person who I consulted for legal service that intelligently discussed my situation and the cold facts, but also remembered that beyond the case was a human being going through an emotionally stressful situation. I would hire St Clair Law Office again without a doubt. I am beyond thankful for Coleen's help on my case. read more

I hired this lawyer this past March because I have a bench warrant for a pending stalking felony issued last April. Since I am not in the USA, I explained my situation to this lawyer on the phone; I was not an American and there was a bench warrant for me, bail amount is $150,000. After she understood my situation, she charged me $5000 and said she would first try to ask to lower my bail amount to 15,000 if possible. Later I found out there was an email the assigned attorney sent me which I didn't read because this assigned attorney had disappeared for 3 months. Then I told this lawyer what the assigned attorney sent me, she asked me to forward her the email, as well as all communications between me and the alleged victim. Then 2 months past, the lawyer told me I'd better put this matter behind me, and not go back to the USA, which the assigned attorney already told me previously. She seemed to have done with this matter. So I recently asked for how much refund I can get back. Because she charges me $5000 and nothing changed. She said she spent more than 15 hours on this matter, and no intent to refund anything, but when I asked her for the time records, she said she didn't have that, but she knew how much time she spent on it. But the funny part is I was her client, I was charged, and I didn't know how much time she spend on this matter. Shouldn't I ask for everything she did clearly stated on a sheet of paper. Shame she said that's for some crazy clients, or one who said the lawyer didn't do anything. Yes, to me, I really don't know what this lawyer has done for me to charge me $5000. Because everything remains the same. There was still a bench warrant for me, and a pending stalking felony. And my $5000 has gone. P.S. I just notice this lawyer doesn't seem to have any experience on stalking.. Maybe I should have done more research before hiring a lawyer, but I think I am totally done with any lawyer.. No lawyer any more.. read more

Boy, I was in a world of hurt a little over a year ago. After getting arrested and charged with a DUI I just didn't know what to do. Thankfully, Coleen took my call on a Saturday in May. More than anything, I just felt guilty about what had happened; all I wanted to to was take the initial guilty sentence (multiple days in jail) and get it over with. Above all else, Coleen preached patience and convinced me there was a better path. Coleen has an absolute mastery of her craft: the way she approached the prosecutor, the words she used when talking with the judge, and her calculated planning/approach were an absolute site to see. The end result/sentence was so much better than I ever thought possible. I would not have gotten through this without Coleen's help. I had a number of followup questions and after my case had closed - even though her work was done, she always picked up the phone and talked to me. I even got called back in for a review hearing due to a DOL mistake with the interlock device on my car (my car was leased and the lease expired so the car was returned to the dealership and that freaked out the DOL); Coleen was more than willing to help me through the final review and everything turned out fine. Coleen helped me through this mess on both legal and personal fronts and I will never forget it. read more

When I was arrested for my DUI, I was very scared and with the charges I was facing I knew I was in serious trouble. Our first call to Coleen was late on a Saturday night (by my mom while I sat in jail) and even though it was outside of "office hours" and she was home with her family, she took answered her phone and took the call. Coleen talked with my mom for almost an hour explaining what the charges were that I was facing, the seriousness of the trouble I was in and what all of my options were. Once I was released from jail and I called her myself (early on Sunday morning) she spent almost an hour explaining everything to me all over again and what my options were for the charges I was facing. When it came time for court, she drove all the way down to Kent for me (from Seattle) and fought hard to get me a deferred prosecution and avoid the jail time I was facing. Thanks to Coleen's knowledge and professionalism, I was able to get my deferred prosecution and enter into a treatment program for some help. Coleen truly is one of the best you will find. Her prices are very fair and she is available 24 hours a day. She will explain to you exactly what you are facing as far as what the charges and sentencing could be. She is very compassionate while remaining professional and personable all at the same time. The fact that she is a former prosecutor helps her with determining what an opposing prosecutor may be thinking and uses that knowledge to her clients' benefit. Coleen has stuck with me every step of the way always answering my questions and putting my concerns at ease. I know she is here if I need her and is willing to support and continue to fight for me. She is an attorney I would very confidently recommend to anyone. read more

I was pulled over and booked for a DWI/DUI driving home on i5 around the shoreline area. I had been drinking earlier in the day but it had been a few hours since my last drink and I figured I was good to drive. Long story short, I was pulled over for "erratic lane manuevers" and blew above the legal limit. At the time I was confident with my roadside tests and was expecting to blow under- I ended up blowing a .137. After contacting Coleen the next day she did an excellent job listening to my case and providing 100% transparency in her advice. She didn't sugarcoat anything during the process and at first the chance for a reduction seemed bleak. After about 5-6 court dates of just pushing my trial back, we were finally ready to move forward and work with the prosecutor to have my dui lowered to a reckless driving. This particular prosecutor was willing to work with us and try to make a deal, unfortunately he was transferred to a different courthouse and we had to start over with building our case with the replacement prosecutor. Unlike the prior, this new prosecutor was not very willing to work with us to cut a deal and the scenario of having my dui lowered was looking even less likely. Unfettered with the new prosecutor's lack of cooperation, Coleen took matters into her own hand and wrote up a lengthy transcript for a high up supervisor in the courthouse. Coleen reviewed the dash cam footage prior to my stop and found inconsistencies that would be in our favor. The original stop from the officer who arrested me was very quick and suspect to say the least, and his police report was exaggerated compared to what the dash cam footage showed and what actually took place. Coleen included these inconsistencies in her write up, along with a copy of the video, and thankfully they did not fall on deaf ears. The superior of the prosecutor who was unwilling to work with us also agreed on these inconsistencies and offered a reduction of my dui to a reckless driving. Because of Coleen's determination and persistence in fighting for me, I was able to complete a few days of community service, pay a drastically lower fine, and ultimately not have a DUI on my record! I could not be more thankful for her work. To make her even greater, due to my financial situation and the fact the I was a student at UW at the time of my arrest, Coleen also provided me with a student discount on her rate. I had never had to deal with this kind of situation before, and hope I never have to again, but if I was going to hire a dui lawyer, my endorsement would strongly be for Coleen St. Claire. read more