Atty. Chris A. Bugbee
Chris Bugbee has been an attorney in Spokane, Washington for over 21 years. He started his legal career with the Spokane County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office.
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Chris A. Bugbee is a Member based in Spokane, Washington, practicing at Bugbee Law Office, P.S.. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi and criminal defense. Admitted to practice in Washington (1995). Educated at McGeorge School of Law (J.D., 1995) and University of California, Irvine (B.A. English, 1992). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Washington State Bar Association Idaho State Bar Association. Serves clients in Spokane, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Chris Bugbee has been an attorney in Spokane, Washington for over 21 years
- He started his legal career with the Spokane County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office
- He prosecuted all crimes and ultimately was a Felony Drug Prosecutor and a Major Crimes Prosecutor
- After working as a prosecutor for 6 years he then became a Criminal Defense Attorney
- Chris has had his own law firm for over 13 years
- Chris graduated from University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law in 1995 and was admitted into the Washington state bar that same year
- He currently is a member of the Washington State Bar Association and the Idaho State Bar Association, in addition to having great peer review ratings on AVVO and Martindale-Hubbell®
- He has lived in Spokane for over 21 years and is married with 3 children
- He spends his off time riding his Harley Sportster and enjoying outdoor activities with his family
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Why local counsel matters in Washington
Practicing law in Washington. Legal matters in Washington are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Spokane are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Washington state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Washington brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Washington courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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