DUI and Criminal Defense attorney Scott W. Lawrence is well-versed in all of the areas necessary for effective DUI and Criminal Defense.   Mr. Lawrence worked for 12 years as a private investigator before venturing off to law school.  During this time he conducted numerous investigations, conducting interviews and gathering evidence for use in civil defense.  He has the skills necesary to get to the bottom of your case. 

While working for investigation firm Probe Northwest, Inc. Mr. Lawrence also attended night school and the University of Washington where, as a pre-med student, he earned his bachelor’s of scince in Chemistry.  A love of chemistry and mathematics drove Mr. Lawrence to excel earning dean’s list honors and other numerous accolades.  During his endeavors he also was certified as a chemist with the Amercian Chemist Society.  To question evidence, such as DNA or fingerprints, you need first to understand it.  This is especially true in the current climate surrounding DUIs.  ”Scientific” field sobriety test and breathlyzer machines rule the day.  DUI attorney Scott W. Lawrence understands the ”science” behind these tests and knows where to look for the issues.  

Born in Maine, Criminal Defense Attorney Scott Lawrence moved with his family to the Seattle area at the age of 4.  A “life-long” Washington resident, Mr. Lawrence ventured off to Eugene, Oregon for law school. At the Univeristy of Oregon, School of Law, Mr. Lawrence quickly fell in love with the area of criminal law eventually earning a juris doctorate with an additional criminal practice certificate. In addition to Criminal Law he studied Forensic Law, Constitutional Law, White Collar Crime, Post-Conviction Relief, Trial Practice and much more.   His last year of law school was spent at the Lane County Public Defender Association in a program specifically designed to teach DUI defense.  Yes, Mr. Lawrence is that rare combination of Husky and Duck, a “duckdauwg,” but there is no question where his allegiances lie (go dawgs!).   

Simply put, Bothell DUI Attorney Scott Lawrence possesses the experience and education you need to give you the condince that your case is being handled by a competent and confident attorney. 

• Uniquely qualified to defend your DUI: a strong blend of legal, scientific and investigatory experience allows me to understand and address the complex issues faced in DUI cases. 
• Practiced with Criminal Defense Firms in King, Pierce and Snohomish Counties
  where I have successfully resolved countless of DUIs and other criminal cases.
• University of Oregon, School of Law
  • Criminal Practice Program
  • Criminal Defense Clinic (defending exclusively DUI cases)
•  University of Washington
  • Bachelor of Science in Chemistry
  • American Chemist Society Certified
  • Dean’s List
• Over 12 years of Private Investigation experience.

Membership in professional associations is crucial to staying up-to-date in the quickly evolving world of DUI and Criminal Defense.  Edmonds DUI Attorney Scott W. Lawrence is a member of the presigious National College of DUI Defense.  Membership is by invitation only and the organziation boasts a membership of all of the top DUI attorneys in the country.  Members share resources and the latest strategies in DUI defense.  Professional success requires constant education.  Mr. Lawrence regulary exceeds the education requirements of the Washington State Bar Association and actively pursues education as a member of the following organizations.

• National College of D.U.I. Defense
• Washington Trial Lawyers Association
• National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
• Washington Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
• Washington Defender Association
• Washington State Bar Association
• American Constitution Society

Beyond Criminal Defense Scott W. Lawrence is a husband and the father of three wonderful teenage children. A strong family is the backbone of any attorneys long-term success.  Soccer takes up whatever time is left and provides the relief from the stresses of legal battles.  A parent, coach, player, referee and Sounders fan Mr. Lawrence is involved in all aspects of the game. As a referee he is a former “National Referee” and officiated professional and college soccer, before family and a law practice took priority.