About

Since 1997, David Marshall has been dedicated to defending individuals accused of child abuse, sexual assault, rape, domestic violence, and other special assaults. Learn more about his background and commitment to justice.

David Marshall, a lawyer based in Seattle, Washington, has been a strong advocate for individuals facing serious criminal charges since 1997. Specializing in cases involving child abuse, sexual assault, rape, domestic violence, and other special assaults, David has a proven track record of success in both trial and non-trial settings.

Originally starting his career as a deputy prosecuting attorney, David transitioned to private practice and found his passion in defending those accused of heinous crimes. His dedication to this area of law was solidified after a case in 1995, where he successfully defended a young man falsely accused of molesting two young girls. This experience opened his eyes to the potential injustices that can occur in the legal system, especially in cases involving sensitive allegations.

David\s commitment to staying current with developments in psychology, medicine, and the law as it pertains to child abuse and special assault cases sets him apart as a knowledgeable and skilled defense attorney. His proactive approach to defending his clients ensures that they receive the best possible representation in and out of the courtroom.

In addition to his legal work, David has dedicated his time to pro bono representation, including advocating for prisoners at Guantanamo Bay. His commitment to justice extends beyond his professional career, as he and his wife are actively involved in their community and have two sons of their own.

When he\s not in the courtroom, David enjoys skiing, cycling, and coaching youth soccer. A dedicated fan of the Seattle Seahawks, David brings the same level of passion and dedication to his legal practice, ensuring that his clients receive the strong defense they deserve.

Legal Issues

Certificates

No Certifications

Languages

• English
• French
• Italian
• Spanish

Accepted Jurisdictions

Experience

• Defense Bar Representative
  Washington Governor’s Sex Offender Task Force
  
• Defense Bar Representative
  Child Sex Abuse Investigation Work Group
  
• Volunteer Lawyer
  Innocence Project Northwest
  
• Volunteer Lawyer
  ACLU
  
• Volunteer Lawyer
  Central American Refugees
  
• Volunteer Lawyer for three imprisoned men
  Guantanamo Bay Detention Center
  2006

Education

Associations

Costs

• Free Consultancy Service
  30-minute free consultation.
• Payment With Credit Card
• Retaines and Rates
  When someone hires a lawyer, they will likely have two kinds of expense: fees and costs. Fees are paid to compensate attorneys for the work they and their staffs do. Fees—Fees can be set in different ways. The two ways used by the Marshall Defense Firm are hourly fees and fixed fees. Hourly fees are fees computed at so many dollars per hour. The client’s total expense in fees depends on the amount of time attorneys and paralegals work for the client. The attorney takes payment monthly for the previous month’s work. A fixed fee (sometimes called a “flat fee”) is a fee set for the entire case or project, regardless of how much time the attorneys and paralegal need to work. Fixed fees are paid at the start of a case and are usually not refundable even if the case turns out not to take much time. Summary—Clients who pay fixed fees make trust deposits to pay costs. Clients who pay hourly fees make trust account deposits to pay both fees and costs.

Location