Bill Bowman | Seattle DUI Defense Attorney

An excellent attorney
I was recently charged for hit and run unattended. I’ve never got a traffic ticket and I’ve never been in court before. I just feel so stressed, but I have to go through this anyway. I was not happy with the attorneys I interviewed until I met Bill. Bill was so professional and knowledgeable. He knows exactly how to fight for you. After I talked to him about my case, he listed several options and the best possible outcome. Then he started to work on it right away. He is very patient, always listening to my concerns and questions. I just can’t imagine how I could get my case dismissed without Bill. I would highly recommend Bill!

— former DUI client

An outstanding DUI attorney

Bill Bowman is an outstanding DUI attorney and I strongly recommend him to anyone needing representation. After my arrest for DUI he was referred to me by a friend. I'm glad I followed up and contacted Mr Bowmans office. Bill is very knowledgeable in the field of DUI and this was evident when I observed other attorneys ask him questions during pre-trial proceedings. Bill would always insure that I understood what was going on during court proceedings and he or a represenative from his office would always keep me informed on court/DOL matters and would answer any questions. I was very comfortable working with Mr. Bowman and STRONGLY recommend him to others.

— former DUI client

Thank you
Guidance that not only positively affected the outcome of my case, but that helped me get my life back. Prior to hiring a lawyer, I researched DUI lawyers and was most impressed by Bill and his firm. Bill and his staff were there the entire way with no stones unturned throughout the duration of my case. He answered all my questions and had my best interest in mind at all times. I would not hope this situation on anyone, but in the case that you do need a lawyer, Bill is best for the job!

— former DUI client

Excellent DUI lawyer
Bill recently represented me in a DUI case and came highly recommended. He was able to put my mind at ease throughout this very stressful time. He kept me informed each step of the way, explaining the situation, worst and best scenario. If I had any questions I always knew I could call and he or his staff would take the time to answer my questions. In the end I feel Bill got me the best possible outcome. It could have been much worse. I would highly recommend Mr Bowman to anyone who needs legal representation for a DUI. He and his staff are very professional and it shows.

— former DUI client

Great service, worth every penny
Provided DUI counsel for me, available, professional, clear. End result was reduced charge and the money I saved on fine reduction and by not needing high-risk insurance or safety interlock device was enough to cover the attorney fee!

— former DUI client

Education

California Western School of Law, 1993
University of Washington
National College of DUI Defense at Harvard University

Admissions

Washington State
U.S. District Court, Western District of Washington

Professional and Civic Involvement

Founding Member of the Northwest Academy for DUI Defense
Past President of the Washington Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
Author of Washington Association of Criminal Defense Lawyer's Monthly DUI Updates
Author of the successful constitutional challenge to a municipal DUI ordinance that resulted in dismissal of hundreds of DUI cases
Featured speaker at numberous legal education seminars including Washington Foundation for Criminal Justice Annual Trial Seminar, Washington Association of Criminal Defense Attorney's Continuing Legal Education Programs, Island County Bar Assocation CLE's and Washington Bar Association Trial Training Programs
Member of the Washington Foundation for Criminal Justice
Television and radio consultant regarding DUI legal issues

Publications and Speaking Engagements

Articles:

DUI – What You Need to Know, King County Journal Newspapers Law Book
WACDL DUI Online Updates
Blind Justice, Washington Criminal Defense Magazine
Contributing Author to Defending DUI’s in Washington, LexisNexis

Selected Continuing Legal Education Presentations:

“Breath Testing Uncertainty,” ETG Testing & The Draeger – Judicial DUI Forum 2010
”Cross Examination – Defending DUI’s 2010
“Latest DUI Issues,” WACDL Cars & Crime (2009)
“Field Sobriety Tests,” Judicial DUI Forum (2009)
“Ethics and Criminal Law,” WSBA Annual Ethics Workout (2008)
“Horizontal Gaze Nystagmus,” Defending DUI’s (2006)
“Current DUI Issues,” Judicial DUI Forum (2006)
“The Stop, Detention & Arrest,” Defending DUI’s (2005)
“Art of Effective Cross Examination,” Sharpening Your Advocacy Skills (2005)
“Tips From the Trenches,” Defending DUI’s (2004)
“Jury Selection,” Litigation Tips, Techniques and Traps for Small Town Lawyers (2004)
“New DUI Laws,” Mastering Misdemeanors (2004);
“Demystifying the Datamaster,” Alaska Public Defender’s Conference (2003)
“Jury Selection,” Courtroom Survival Kit for the New Practitioner (2002)
“Ethical Solutions, In and Out of Court,” Defending DUI’s (2001)
“DUI Cross Examination Workshop,” Criminal Defense Tools for the New Millennium – Washington Association of Defense Lawyers (2000)
Faculty, Criminal Justice Institute (2000)