Best Criminal Defense Lawyers in Tacoma, WA

24 firms listed · all 24 in Tacoma · 9 open 24/7 · 12 open weekends · 20 rated 4.5+

Data verified October 18, 2026

South Sound Law Group

South Sound Law Group

4.9 50 reviews
“From honed expertise to extensive experience, you know that you are in strong and capable hands when you work with them.”
Free consultationOpen 24 hoursSince 2017Family-owned
705 S 9th St STE 204
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Nextlaw

Nextlaw

5.0 50 reviews
“Dan Gerl is an amazing person also a magical attorney who shows integrity and stands above most.”
Free phone consultation3 attorneysOpen 24 hours20+ years
950 Broadway Suite M100
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Puget Law Group

Puget Law Group

4.9 50 reviews
“Exceptional work the first time around unfortunately have to use there services again.”
Free consultationOpen 24 hoursSince 2016
938 Broadway
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Pacific Point Defense

Pacific Point Defense

4.9 48 reviews
“From beginning to end she was dedicated, very professional and transparent; she put my mind at ease on what to expect.”
Free consultationOpen 24 hoursSince 2011
1117 Tacoma Ave S
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Beckwith Law

Beckwith Law

4.9 40 reviews
“She knew exactly what she was doing, knew what grounds to stand on, and knew exactly what she was going to do and did it!”
Free phone consultationServes Pierce County, King County +3Since 2007BBB A+
1115 Tacoma Ave S
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Law Office of Scott Moriarity

Law Office of Scott Moriarity

5.0 50 reviews
“I didn't have to show up for court and he got my speeding ticket dismissed .”
Free phone consultationServes Tacoma, Pierce County +6Since 2008Prices online
5401 S Tacoma Way
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The 24 firms listed for Tacoma, WA defend criminal charges for people. What each states about the offenses it takes and the courts it appears in comes from its own website; ratings and quotes come from public reviews.

Area overview: Tacoma, WA

All 24 firms we list here are in Tacoma itself. We have 31 firms in Tacoma on file; this page shows the highest-rated 24. The firms on this page are rated from 4.0 to 5.0 across 2,480 reviews; 11 have 50 or more reviews and 20 are rated 4.5 or higher. When clients rate these firms on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (91%), responsiveness (81%) and quality (77%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the firms on this page are "results", "knowledge" and "communication". 9 are open around the clock; 12 are open on Saturdays and 10 on Sundays. The practice areas the firms on this page list most often on their websites are criminal defense (6), domestic violence (5), personal injury (5), car accidents (2) and dui (2). 4 have a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 19 websites of the firms on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 2003. 9 offer urgent consultations; 13 offer a free initial consultation and 1 is family- or locally-owned. 1 has Spanish-speaking staff. We count these figures across the firms on this page; hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the firm before you book a consultation.

Are criminal law firms listed for Tacoma open on Saturdays or Sundays?

12 of the 24 firms on this page list hours on a Saturday or a Sunday. Arrests keep no office hours, so the more useful question is whether a firm answers its phone for a custody call at night. Ask that directly when you call, and ask who picks up.

Jordan Foster Law

Jordan Foster Law

5.0 50 reviews
“He was prompt, attentive, and provided support throughout the entire legal process.”
Free consultationOpen 24 hoursSince 2016
950 Pacific Ave # 720
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Durflinger Oliver & Associates PS

Durflinger Oliver & Associates PS

4.8 49 reviews
“She provided timely, professional, and sound counsel that proved to be legally correct and fair.”
Free consultationSince 1989
713 St Helens Ave #209
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The Law Offices of Smith & White

The Law Offices of Smith & White

4.8 48 reviews
“I highly recommend this lawyer, he helped me a lot, thank you, Mr.”
Free phone consultationSe habla españolServes Pierce County, Thurston County +2Open 24 hoursSince 2011Prices online
717 Tacoma Ave S
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Garguile DUI & Traffic Lawyers

Garguile DUI & Traffic Lawyers

5.0 48 reviews
“Tony has helped me out on multiple occasions and I am yet to hear anything but good news!”
Free phone consultationWashington Bar since 2011Super Lawyers Rising Star 2018Virtual consultationsServes Washington StateSince 2017
728 Pacific Ave Suite #220
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The Law Office of Michael Austin Stewart

The Law Office of Michael Austin Stewart

5.0 48 reviews
“Mike has went above and beyond with his services and every charge has been completely dropped.”
Free consultationServes Pierce County, South Puget SoundSince 2007
1105 Tacoma Ave S
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Law Office of Jocelyn C. Stewart - Ucmj Defender

Law Office of Jocelyn C. Stewart - Ucmj Defender

4.8 47 reviews
“For 783 agonizing days, she and her team were the only ones who stood by me through a relentless and overwhelmingly unjust "investigation".”
Since 2012
1201 Pacific Ave Suite 600
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Law Offices of Clayton R. Dickinson

Law Offices of Clayton R. Dickinson

4.5 15 reviews
“Super helpful in answering my questions and recommended that I hire someone in my own county saving me money.”
Washington Bar since 1983Se habla españolBBB A+Since 1988
6314 19th St W STE 20
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The Law Offices of Morgan Fletcher Benfield

The Law Offices of Morgan Fletcher Benfield

4.6 14 reviews
“Not only did he provide me with outstanding legal representation, but he also showed genuine empathy and support during what was a challenging time for me.”
Free consultationServes Tacoma, Pierce County +2Open 24 hoursSince 2017Prices online
1201 Pacific Ave #600
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Law Office of Holly Stanton

Law Office of Holly Stanton

4.2 8 reviews
“Holly is a smart, personable, well informed attorney.”
25+ yearsBBB A+
8401 Park Ave. S
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Schroader Law

Schroader Law

4.0 30 reviews
“I would definitely recommend them for anyone going through a custody case!”
Washington Bar since 2015Speaks Ukrainian, RussianServes Tacoma, Pierce County, WashingtonSince 2016
1105 Tacoma Ave S Suite B
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Kintanar Law

Kintanar Law

4.6 15 reviews
“Claire Kintanar is an excellent attorney who really knows how to handle your case from start to finish.”
Free consultationSince 2016
724 S Yakima Ave #100
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Law Office of Kurt Stender

Law Office of Kurt Stender

5.0 19 reviews
“He is a very level-headed individual who listens to you, sticks to the facts and most importantly gives it to you straight even if it's not what you want to hear which I really appreciated the authenticity and honesty.”
Free phone consultationServes Puget Sound area, Seattle-Tacoma area +3Since 2004
1105 Tacoma Ave S
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Law Offices of Martin Duenhoelter

Law Offices of Martin Duenhoelter

5.0 23 reviews
“He helped me understand exactly what I needed to do and when I needed to do it without using a bunch of legal jargon that I didn't understand.”
Free phone consultationSince 1993
1107 1/2 Tacoma Ave S
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Blanford Law

Blanford Law

4.5 9 reviews
“Sticking with my case of being originally charged with a DUI, in the end he got it to only Minor in Possession and closing my case right then.”
Serves Roslyn, TacomaOpen 24 hoursSince 2007
705 S 9th St STE 303
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Law Office Of Bryan G. Hershman, Esq

Law Office Of Bryan G. Hershman, Esq

4.6 28 reviews
“He put so much hard work and dedication into my dads case all while being supportive and real with our family.”
Since 1985
1105 Tacoma Ave S
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Robert Melvin Attorney at Law

Robert Melvin Attorney at Law

4.3 26 reviews
“My family and I were in real need and going through hard times, rob made sure to do everything he and his amazing team could to put us in the best position we could be for my specific case.”
Free phone consultationSince 2016
1105 Tacoma Ave S
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Daryl Graves Law

Daryl Graves Law

4.4 16 reviews
“He and Megan made me feel comfortable and calmed my nervous in a horrible time in my life.”
Since 1983
705 S 9th St #205
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Wallis Law Firm

Wallis Law Firm

4.6 12 reviews
“They provide excellent and timely service, are very knowledgeable and above all a professional practice.”
Since 2005
1101 Fawcett Ave
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