Atty. Lance Fryrear

Atty. Lance Fryrear

My name is Lance Fryrear. I'm a defense attorney serving the criminally accused in the Seattle metro area.

Lynnwood Lynnwood 31 yrs experience 31 year
Call (425) 552-7230 Book Appointment

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About Lance Fryrear at a glance

Lance Fryrear is an Owner and Principal Attorney based in Lynnwood, Washington, practicing at The Law Offices of Lance Fryrear. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, drug crimes, sexual harassment, criminal defense, and sex crimes. Admitted to practice in Washington (1995). Educated at University of Washington (J.D., 1995) and University of Wisconsin at Madison (B.S., 1992). Provides legal services in English. Serands clients in Lynnwood, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • My name is Lance Fryrear
  • I'm a defense attorney serving the criminally accused in the Seattle metro area
  • My goal as a defense attorney is to protect your rights and freedoms by showing everyone that you are not defined by what you've done
  • No one should have their life ruined because of one mistake
  • I know that people charged with or accused of a crime are suffering
  • I know they are confused, embarrassed, or scared
  • I know they feel their nightmare will never end
  • I'm here to say that isn't so
  • My firm's vision is to put an end to the nightmare right away—to make sure you can sleep again at night
  • We do that by fighting back against the system and against the negative voices and feelings in our clients’ heads
  • We want to give people their lives back
  • We do that by breaking down a complex situation into understandable terms
  • We simplify the process and give our clients easily doable steps to not only to help their case, but to feel better right away
  • We use all of this to obtain the best possible outcome for our client and their family
  • Beyond getting the right result, we want our clients to understand what happened and to come out the other side better, happier, and more whole
  • THE BENEFITS OF WORKING WITH A FORMER PROSECUTOR If you have a legal defense, I will find it
  • If not, my experience as a prosecutor gives me an edge in fighting to keep you out of jail
  • Remember, when a prosecutor is trying to put you in jail, you need someone on your side who is just as experienced with the system
  • Many attorneys handle only a handful of cases a year
  • Those attorneys are unlikely to have been exposed to all the defenses that can help your case
  • I examined thousands of defenses a year as a prosecutor and have put that knowledge to use in obtaining positive results for my 5,000 plus defense clients over the past seventeen years, most of whom were in a situation very similar to yours
  • My client testimonials speak for themselves
  • I will find your best defense
  • In addition, when you call for your free consultation, you will also learn: • What you can do today to seriously improve your chances in court • How you can miss less work by getting your first court date waived • What to do to avoid jail pending trial • What sentence you are realistically facing You'll also receive a free copy of my report: "10 Things Every Person Charged With A Crime Must Know
  • Just pick up the phone and call
  • Listen, any criminal charge is a serious matter
  • You need the best help you can get
  • SPEAKING ENGAGEMENTS • Domestic Violence Defense Strategies in Snohomish and King County at Snohomish County Defense Bar Forum (2009) • How to Conduct a Trial - from Opening to Closing at City of Lynnwood Explorers Mock Trial (2007) • Standardized Field Sobriety Testing at DWI Detection and Standardized Field Sobriety Testing (2006) • Warrantless Searches - Exceptions to the Warrant Requirement at Search and Seizure Training (2000) • Domestic Violence Investigation Requirements at Domestic Violence Training (1999) PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE • Criminal Defense Attorney at The Law Offices of Lance Fryrear (2000–present) • Prosecuting Attorney at Lynnwood Prosecutor's Office (1994–2001) • Juvenile Division at King County Prosecutor's Office (1993–1993) ASSOCIATIONS • Federal Bar Association, Member, 1995–present • Washington State Bar Association, Member, 1995–present • Snohomish County Bar Association, Member, 2001–present • National Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys, Member, 2005–present

Practice Areas Explained

Lance Fryrear's Areas of Practice

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

DUI / DWI Defense

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Drug Crimes

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Sexual Harassment

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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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Sex Crimes

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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 Lynnwood 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

Common questions about Lance Fryrear

Where is Lance Fryrear's law office located?
Lance Fryrear's law practice is located in Lynnwood, Washington. The firm is The Law Offices of Lance Fryrear. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Lance Fryrear handle?
Lance Fryrear focuses on dui/dwi, drug crimes, sexual harassment, criminal defense, sex crimes. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Washington.
How long has Lance Fryrear practiced law?
Lance Fryrear has 31+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1995.
What languages does Lance Fryrear speak?
Lance Fryrear provides legal services in English. Bilingual representation can be especially important when contracts, testimony, or court filings require accurate translation.
Where did Lance Fryrear go to law school?
Lance Fryrear earned their education at (J.D., 1995); (B.S., 1992).
How can I contact Lance Fryrear for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Washington
- 1995
B.S.
University of Wisconsin at Madison
- 1992

Languages

Bar Admissions

Washington
Admitted: 1995

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