About My Practice Putting Washington State’s Laws to Work for You We understand the fear, uncertainty and stress that comes with any criminal charge, and it can be difficult to know who you should trust with your defense. A lot may be at stake: your family, your job, your rights and even your freedom. You need to know that when you hire a lawyer, they will be there when you need them and they will have the right knowledge and tools to make a difference. At the Law Office of Erik P. Kaeding in Kent, Washington, we have been providing effective and client-focused criminal defense services to local clients for more than 15 years. We have earned the respect of legal colleagues and clients alike by consistently providing personalized representation that yields the best possible result for any given situation. When Times Are Tough, Work With Someone You Can Trust Your case is unique. We understand that, so we tailor our representation to meet your specific needs. We know that cases are won and lost in the preparation, the investigation and the communication between lawyer and client. When results matter, the attorney you work with matters. Whether you need a criminal defense lawyer for a motor vehicle crime, a domestic violence (DV) offense or for more serious charges such as manslaughter, homicide or child pornography, we are here to help protect your rights. If you have been falsely accused, then you need someone on your side to help the truth be told. If you have made an unfortunate and illegal mistake, you need a strong defense to search for workable solutions and minimize the consequences you will face. Founding attorney Erik Kaeding has been working exclusively in criminal defense for more than 15 years. Under his guidance, our firm has the knowledge, resources and experience to provide the best possible defense to clients facing a wide range of misdemeanor or felony charges. Let us put our client-focused defense philosophy to work for you.
DUI Defense Washington state DUI laws seem to get tougher every year. Not only do the penalties keep getting harsher, but the techniques for defending drunk driving cases keep getting more complicated as well. To make sure that your rights are fully protected, get the advice of an experienced criminal defense attorney. Contact us at the Law Office of Erik P. Kaeding for a free consultation. You probably already know that a conviction for DUI calls for a mandatory suspension of your driver’s license and the requirement that you use the ignition interlock device for 12 months once you get your license back. You might not be aware, however, that your options for pleading guilty to a non-alcohol related offense are extremely limited. If you’ve already done so, they no longer exist. An Experienced DUI Lawyer Can Explain Your Options In Washington state, you basically get one chance to plead to a reduced charge in a DUI case, and we can help you make the most of it. We look at your overall record and advise you accordingly. We also look at the facts of your case and see if you have grounds either for challenging the traffic stop or arrest, or for contesting the evidence of unlawful intoxication. Our firm will give you sound advice about your alternatives, and it’s up to you whether we take your case to court. Attorney Erik P. Kaeding has successfully handled all types of DUI cases, including subsequent DUI charges and Breathalyzer refusal cases. If the prosecution needs to prove intoxication through police reports and field sobriety tests, his skill at cross-examination can make it very difficult to prove the case against you beyond a reasonable doubt.