Atty. Neil Fox
With over three decades of legal experience, Neil Fox has represented thousands of clients in felony and misdemeanor trials and appeals, including capital cases. Neil began his career as a staff attorney at the Washington Appellate Defender Association, followed by key roles as attorney and supervisor at the Seattle-King County Public Defender Association.
Criminal Defense Trials & More Attorney · Serving Seattle, WA · 41+ Years Experience
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About Neil Fox at a Glance
Neil Fox is a Member based in Seattle, Washington, practicing at Law Office of Neil Fox, PLLC. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, employment, federal crimes, white collar, and dv defense. Admitted to practice in Washington (1985), U.S. District Court, Western District of Washington (1987), and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Washington and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit U.S. Su (1987). Educated at University of Illinois School of Law (J.D., 1985) and University of Illinois (B.A. Liberal, 1980). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Seattle, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Neil Fox
- With over three decades of legal experience, Neil Fox has represented thousands of clients in felony and misdemeanor trials and appeals, including capital cases
- Neil began his career as a staff attorney at the Washington Appellate Defender Association, followed by key roles as attorney and supervisor at the Seattle-King County Public Defender Association
- He later served “of counsel” at Cohen & Iaria, before founding the Law Office of Neil Fox, PLLC in 2010
- Recognized for his strong legal analysis and exceptional trial skills, Neil has handled complex matters involving foreign-born clients, interstate and international discovery, and extradition
- He serves as a cooperating attorney with the Mexican Capital Legal Assistance Program in capital cases
- Neil’s achievements have been honored by organizations such as the ACLU, Washington State Bar Association, and Mothers for Police Accountability, and he has earned “Super Lawyer” and “Preeminent” ratings
- His commitment to justice extends globally, including teaching and advocacy work in Belarus, South Africa, Austria, and the West Bank
- Neil is an active member of the Washington State Bar, National Lawyers Guild, Washington Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, and National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
Practice Areas Explained
Neil Fox's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Neil Fox handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Seattle.
Criminal Defense in Seattle
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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Employment Law in Seattle
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Federal Crimes in Seattle
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White Collar Crimes in Seattle
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Domestic Violence Defense in Seattle
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Seattle
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 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.
Seattle Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Seattle-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Seattle Choose Neil Fox
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Neil Fox's practice in the field of criminal defense, employment, federal crimes, white collar, and dv defense.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Neil Fox brings 41+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Washington, U.S. District Court, Western District of Washington, and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Washington and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit U.S. Su, Neil Fox can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering criminal defense, employment, and federal crimes, Neil Fox can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Seattle
A Seattle-based practice means Neil Fox attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Neil Fox Handles in Seattle
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