Scott W Lawrence – DUI & Criminal Defense Attorney

Snohomish County DUI and Criminal Defense attorney Scott W. Lawrence is well-versed in all 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 attended night school where he awarded a scholaship to the University of Washington. As a pre-med student, he earned his bachelor’s of science in Chemistry.  A love of chemistry and mathematics drove Mr. Lawrence to excel in academics, earning dean’s list honors and numerous other accolades.  During his endeavors, he also was certified as a chemist with the Amercian Chemist Society.  To effectively question evidence–such as DNA, fingerprints, or chemical testing of the breath and blood–you first need to understand it.  This is especially true in the current climate surrounding DUI “evidence.”  ”Scientific” field sobriety tests and breathlyzer machines rule the day. Snohomish County DUI attorney Scott W. Lawrence understands the ”science” behind these tests and knows where to look for the issues.  

Born in Maine, Snohomish County 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 emphasis in criminal practice. 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, Snohomish County DUI Attorney Scott Lawrence possesses the experience, education and drive needed to assure that the defense strategies being employed in your case are being handled in a competent and effective manner. 

• 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 the best and most relevant professional associations is crucial to staying up-to-date in the quickly evolving world of DUI and Criminal Defense.  Snohomish County 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.  Coaching track, running and “the beautiful game” (as a soccer dad, coach, player, referee and rabid Seattle Sounders fan) take up whatever little time is left.  What’s important for potential clients to know is that this same dedication and competitive nature drives his success in the courtroom.