Adults with years of life experience should know how to resolve conflict and express frustration without committing assault, so criminal penalties may seem justified when…

Even when they know better, kids do things they shouldn’t do. They lack experience and judgment. The part of the brain that allows them to…

When someone feels threatened—or they want to get even with you or simply make your life difficult–Washington state law gives them an avenue to obtain…

When you are subject to a protection order —also referred to as a restraining order—it disrupts your life immediately, but you also need to consider…

In 2021, Washington state broadly redefined the term “domestic violence” for legal purposes. To be specific, the legal definition changed as it relates to Domestic…

Protection order cases require a skilled defense. Burke Brown Attorneys, PLLC offers criminal defense strategies to protect your rights in these sensitive cases.

In recent years, we’ve seen the Washington legislature pass multiple bills aimed at alleviating often crippling debt for juvenile offenders. We’ve seen the unfortunate reality…

As parents, we put our heart and soul into raising and protecting our children to nurture a bright future. We celebrate their successes and work…

Our law firm is regularly discussing the importance and impact of Washington protection orders. These are often used legal tools that are essential for protecting…

Child Protective Services (CPS) plays a vital role in safeguarding the well-being of our children, ensuring they grow up in safe, nurturing environments. Regrettably, some…