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Atty. Douglas Hiatt

Atty. Douglas Hiatt

Douglas Hiatt is a lawyer practicing constitutional, criminal, criminal defense. Douglas has been licensed for 35 years.

Seattle Seattle 35 yrs experience 35 year
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About Douglas Hiatt at a glance

Douglas Hiatt is a criminal defense and civil rights attorney based in Seattle, Washington. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Admitted to practice in Washington (1991). Serands clients in Seattle, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Douglas Hiatt is a lawyer practicing constitutional, criminal, criminal defense
  • Douglas has been licensed for 35 years
  • Douglas practices in Seattle, WA

Practice Areas Explained

Douglas Hiatt's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Douglas Hiatt handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

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Jurisdictional Context

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 Seattle 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 andnue, 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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Frequently Asked

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Where is Douglas Hiatt's law office located?
Douglas Hiatt's law practice is located in Seattle, Washington. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Douglas Hiatt handle?
Douglas Hiatt focuses on criminal defense, civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Washington.
How long has Douglas Hiatt practiced law?
Douglas Hiatt has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
How can I contact Douglas Hiatt for a consultation?
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Bar Admissions

Washington
Admitted: 1991

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