DUI defense

Experienced defense from a Former Thurston County Rule-9 Prosecutor

Having sat on the other side of the courtroom, Chester knows how DUI cases are built and where they fall apart. Every case gets a hard look at the details.

  • Challenges to the legality of the traffic stop
  • Scrutiny of breathalyzer calibration and maintenance records
  • Negotiation with prosecutors
  • Ignition Interlock License (IIL) guidance to keep you driving

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Baldwin DUI Defense is our DUI practice, a trade name of Baldwin Legal Group, PLLC. Same attorney, same office.

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Government affairs

Representation before the Washington State Legislature

Through Lobby Washington, LLC, where Chester serves as principal, the firm advocates for clients directly at the capitol, bringing 20 years of legislative fluency to the policies that affect your business.

Industries served: real estate, housing, commercial development, self-storage, nonprofits, professional trades, healthcare, and transportation.

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Government affairs work is handled through Lobby Washington, LLC, Chester’s government relations firm. The button opens lobbywashington.com.

LLC & business entity formation

Attorney-reviewed formation, done right the first time

Washington LLCs, S-Corps, and C-Corps are formed and reviewed by an attorney, so your entity is built to hold up. Our online formation service, myLLC Attorneys, is coming soon. Until then, start with a free consultation.

  • Washington LLC formation
  • S-Corporation and C-Corporation setup
  • Attorney review at every step

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Additional services

Record clearing, rights restoration, and juvenile cases

Related help for clients and families, from the same office and the same free consultation.

Vacating Convictions

Clear an old misdemeanor or felony conviction so it stops showing up on job and housing checks. We confirm eligibility and handle the filing.

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Firearm Rights Restoration

If a past conviction took away your firearm rights, Washington law may let you petition to restore them. We check every requirement before you file.

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Juvenile Defense

For parents whose child has been charged, including Minor DUI. We defend the case and help seal or clear the record when the time comes.

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