General Questions
As soon as you are arrested, charged with a crime or alerted that you are under investigation. The sooner you hire an attorney from SQ Attorneys to represent you, the sooner you can start proactively working towards getting a better resolution of your case.
The answer is a resounding, YES! You need a highly skilled, competent attorney to help you navigate the complicated legal system and ensure the best possible outcome for your case. Attempting to represent yourself is a recipe for disaster.
No, not necessarily. Settlement agreements before reaching the trial stage are very common. Your attorney can help you decide the best course of action to take for your case.
The cost for every defense is unique to the crime, the location, your criminal history, etc. SQ Attorneys charges one flat fee for your entire case, up to the point of a trial. If your case goes to trial there will be an additional fee.
No. You have the right to remain silent.
You should hire an attorney to help you deal with the warrant that was issued for your arrest when you missed the appearance. You could also turn yourself in.
You should dress professionally, as if you were going to a job interview. Absolutely no shorts, tank tops, or hats of any kind.
Bail is the amount of money a court can make you post as insurance that you will appear at all of your court dates and follow the court's orders. If you post cash bail with the court you will receive all of the money back at the resolution of your case. You could also use a bail bond company and pay 10% of the court's bail amount.
For most criminal charges it will take 3-6 months to have a resolution. You could then be on probation for a period of time after that.
It is your choice as to whether or not you want to go to trial rather than accepting a plea deal. Your attorney will advise you on what he thinks is best.
No. You can never be forced to take the stand. Your attorney will advise you as to whether he believes it's in your best interest to testify or not.
Yes, as long as you've gone five consecutive years without being convicted of another crime.
Criminal Defense
The answer is unique every time. It depends on many things including the charge, the severity of the crime, the location or jurisdiction, and your criminal history. Most criminal defense cases are handled on a flat-fee rather than hourly basis, so you will know your financial obligation on day one. SQ Attorneys does provide payment plans for most cases.
It basically comes down to the severity of the crime. A Gross Misdemeanor is more serious, and just falls short of being a felony. Examples of Gross Misdemeanors are DUI, Assault in the 4th degree, Harassment, and Violating a No-Contact Order. Examples of Misdemeanors are Prostitution, Criminal Trespass in the 2nd degree, indecent exposure, and disorderly conduct.
You are under arrest if you are taken 'into custody' by law enforcement.
Always, Not Guilty.
If you are not a U.S. citizen, criminal charges can greatly and negatively affect your immigration status. Your criminal defense attorney will very likely recommend you work with an immigration attorney as well.
"Three Strikes and You're Out" is a law that went into effect in Washington State in 1993. The law hands down the penalty of life in prison (without the possibility of release) for what is called "persistent offenders," or individuals that commit three of the "most serious" offenses. These offenses include felonies like murder, child molestation, rape, incest, manslaughter, kidnapping and promoting prostitution in the first degree.
Personal Injury
Every case is unique, and every settlement is unique. The value of your case will depend on many factors, chief of which are the medical & out-of-pocket expenses you incurred, the severity and duration of your injuries, and the effect to your life and your family's lives. We will work to make you as close to 'whole' again as possible.
Generally speaking, the statute of limitations for most personal injury claims is three years from the date of the accident or injury.
We will not charge a dime up-front to take on your case. We will pay all of the costs involved with an investigation and resolution. When you receive your settlement, SQ Attorneys will receive 33 1/3 of said settlement.
We are committed to pursuing justice on your behalf.
When you hire SQ Attorneys, you can rely on us to do everything in our power to reach the best possible outcome in your case. Whether you have suffered a serious injury in an accident or are facing criminal charges, we will fight to see that your rights are protected from the get go.
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