Criminal Defense Attorney

Law Offices In Kirkland & Lynnwood, WA

When you get arrested for a crime you need an experienced lawyer to defend your case. I am Schoen Parnell (pronounced “Shane”), a leading criminal defense attorney in Washington. I have over sixteen years of experience defending individuals and protecting their rights. I am the former lead jury trial attorney for one of the busiest DUI defense law firms in Washington. I have extensive knowledge of the DUI process and am never afraid to go to trial.

Over the past 16 years, I have tried hundreds of cases and have spoken at DUI seminars for Washington criminal defense attorneys. I am an active member of both the National College for DUI Defense (NCDD) and the Washington Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (WACDL). I serve on WACDL’s legislative committee, which monitors proposed state legislation and testifies before the Washington state house and senate committees. This allows me to ensure that your rights are protected in the state legislature. It also helps me stay on top of changes in Washington law and to know how new laws affect defense strategies.

Initial Consultation

When we first meet for your free consultation, I will help you understand what your options are. We will talk about your case, your chances and about my strategic approach to your defense.

Areas of Practice

• Firearm Rights
• DUI/DWI
• Drug Violations
• Felonies
• Juvenile Crimes
• Misdemeanor
• Parole & Probation
• Murder
• DOL Hearings (related to DUI)
• White Collar Crimes
• Federal Crimes
• Criminal Fraud

Education

California Lutheran University, Thousand Oaks, California
B.A. – 1986
Honors: Speaker of the Year
Honors: Dean’s Honor List
Major: Communications
Minor: Speech

Regent University School of Law, Virginia Beach, Virginia
J.D. – 1998
Honors: Moot Court Board
Honors: Who’s Who in America’s Law Schools