Getting served with an ERPO can feel scary and confusing. You might wonder what happens next, and how fast you need to act. At Burke…

In Seattle and throughout Washington State, allegations involving sexual conduct between minors can develop into serious legal matters quickly. By the time a family begins…

Getting told you are banned from a store can feel embarrassing, and it can also bring real legal trouble if you walk back in. A…

Protection order cases in Washington often move faster than many professionals expect, particularly when family law, criminal allegations, or firearm restrictions intersect.  This newsletter reviews…

A stalking protection order can be issued quickly and with little notice, and suddenly every text, every drive across town, even a simple social post,…

In Seattle and throughout Washington State, domestic violence arrests often unfold quickly. By the time an individual seeks legal counsel, critical decisions may already be…

Stopped at a store and now worried a small mistake could snowball into something big? You are not alone, and the rules in Washington can…

You are in a heated argument in the kitchen. Voices rise, and one person steps in front of the only exit, arms spread, saying, “We’re…

Getting booked for assault feels heavy, even when no one was hurt. In Washington, Assault in the Fourth Degree covers a wide range of contact,…

Facing a case that involves a young person can feel heavy and confusing. Rules shift depending on age, and the stakes still feel very real…