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Seattle Criminal Defense Attorney

When facing criminal charges in Seattle or the surrounding area, an experienced defense attorney will ensure that your rights and freedom are being protected. At Neralich Law Firm, attorney Dougal Neralich has dedicated his career to fighting against the State to protect his clients.

Dougal approaches each case with the personal attention to detail and care that you deserve by collaborating with you and ensuring that you are involved in the process and in the fight together. You are not just another file on the desk. Dougal is passionate about criminal law and will be completely committed to your case. 

At Neralich Law Firm, you can expect free consultations and an attorney who is available to answer your calls 24/7, providing the focused and knowledgeable criminal defense you deserve.

When facing criminal charges, the weight of the legal system is heavy, and it can be a lot to handle. But with Neralich Law Firm, you have a personally dedicated bulldog who will fight the State for the best possible outcome. A bulldog who is experienced in trial and negotiations in all manner of criminal charges. 

Regardless of what you have been charged with, Neralich Law Firm is prepared to listen, counsel, and help.

Criminal Charges We Handle

Neralich Law Firm defends clients across a wide range of charges, including:

  • Assault
  • Domestic violence
  • DUI/DWI defense
  • Drug crimes
  • Theft
  • Sex crimes
  • Felonies
  • Misdemeanors
  • Probation violations
  • Protection orders
  • Violent crimes
  • Weapons crimes
  • Federal charges

Our approach is to investigate, negotiate, and leave no stone unturned in attacking your case from every possible angle. We want to work with you and make sure you know what to do, when to do it, and how your case is going.

An Attorney Who Knows the Territory and the People

Neralich Law Firm has handled criminal cases in courts across Washington State. We have built a practice with roots in Snohomish and Whatcom Counties, serving clients in communities like Edmonds, Everett, Lynnwood, Monroe, Arlington, and Bellingham, but also have plenty of experience statewide, including Pierce, King, Skagit , Thurston , Clark, Whatcom counties. 

Whether you’re from the heart of Seattle, Tacoma or a town in the north, Neralich Law Firm has stood beside people from every walk of life and from communities all over the state. Our law firm has helped a lot of people who never thought they’d need a lawyer until the day they did. And for each client, our response is the same: be prepared, be present, and be persistent.

Preparation Isn’t a Talking Point

Many lawyers advertise that they’re ready for trial. Few can back that up with the kind of disciplined courtroom preparation that Neralich Law Firm brings to every case. Neralich Law Firm attorneys don’t just show up and read from a legal pad. We spend countless hours preparing for your trial and our results show the benefit of these efforts. 

Your case isn’t about theatrics. It’s about credibility. Jurors don’t need a performance, they need to believe what they’re hearing. That takes preparation and skill, things which Dougal Neralich has honed over more than a decade in dozens of courtrooms.

More Than a Case File

Neralich Law Firm’s approach isn’t transactional. If you call us, you won’t be handed off to a junior associate or an assistant who doesn’t know your story. Instead, you will speak with Dougal Neralich and receive personal service. 

This level of connection isn’t common in criminal defense, where high caseloads often mean rushed meetings and surface-level preparation. At Neralich Law Firm, every case starts with a conversation. What brought you here? What are you most worried about? What needs to happen so you can move forward? That level of communication continues throughout your case.

A Real Fighter in Your Corner

Criminal charges carry a range of risks, from jail time and fines to the loss of employment, housing, and family stability. In many cases, the system moves quickly, and you may not get a second chance to make the right decision. Neralich Law Firm understands that urgency. We are not waiting for court dates to get to work. Investigations begin early. Communications stay open. Negotiations are informed by real knowledge of the courtroom landscape.

Having started his career as a public defender in Alaska and later transitioning into private criminal defense, Dougal brings experience from both sides of the legal spectrum. He knows the system and knows what the path to success looks like.

Availability and Communication

One of the consistent concerns we hear from new clients is that their previous attorney didn’t return calls or left them in the dark. That doesn’t happen at Neralich Law Firm. We are available whenever you need us because criminal law doesn’t follow a 9-to-5 schedule. 

Start Your Defense With a Free Consultation

If you’re dealing with a legal problem that is disrupting your life, the first step is a conversation. No payment required, no pressure to commit. Just tell your story, ask your questions, and learn your options. 

To set up a complimentary consultation, contact Neralich Law firm today by calling (206) 701-9528 or complete our online contact form

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