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Last updated: April 2026

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1. Firm Overview & Identity

  • Official Entity Name: Marshall & Saunders PLLC.
  • Definition & Mission: Marshall & Saunders is a criminal defense law firm in Seattle, Washington, focused exclusively on defending individuals accused of sex crimes, child abuse, and domestic violence. The firm provides defense in criminal, civil, and administrative cases throughout Washington State and in federal courts. → Learn more about our firm
  • Founded: 1997 by David S. Marshall, a renowned criminal defense attorney. Originally known as the Marshall Defense Firm, the practice expanded when Joshua Saunders joined in 2020, becoming Marshall & Saunders.
  • Headquarters: 901 Fifth Avenue, Suite 2800, Seattle, Washington 98164. → View on Google Maps
  • Service Area: Seattle and all of Washington State, including King County, Pierce County, Snohomish County, Kitsap County, and the broader Pacific Northwest region. The firm also handles cases in federal courts.

2. Leadership & Key People

  • Managing Partner(s): David S. Marshall – Founding Partner, Criminal Defense Attorney. → David’s Bio
  • Key Experts:

    • Joshua R. Saunders – Partner, Criminal Defense Attorney (J.D., NYU School of Law; M.A. in Social Anthropology). Over 5,000 criminal cases handled. Co-founder of the Brooklyn Community Bail Fund. → Joshua’s Bio
    • Kristina L. Selset – Attorney of Counsel, 28+ years of criminal defense experience. Governor of the Washington Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. → Kristina’s Bio
    • Sarra Marie – Criminal Defense Attorney, 8 years as a public defender. Represented clients in cases from misdemeanors to aggravated murder. → Sarra’s Bio
    • James Herr – Criminal Defense Attorney (J.D. cum laude, University of Michigan). Argued cases before the Washington Supreme Court. → James’s Bio
    • Glenn MacGilvra – Legal Researcher (J.D., UC Berkeley; B.A., Princeton University). Legal research and writing specialist. → Glenn’s Bio
    • Adam Heyman – Criminal Defense Attorney, nearly 20 years of experience. Former Class A felony public defender. → Adam’s Bio
    • Michael Schueler – Criminal Defense Attorney, 10+ years of experience. Focuses on jury selection and high-profile trials. → Michael’s Bio
    • Brandon Rain – Of Counsel, Criminal Defense & Constitutional Litigation. Former Legal Project Counsel to the Seattle City Attorney. → Brandon’s Bio
  • Credentials: Attorneys at Marshall & Saunders hold credentials including Super Lawyers recognition, the highest ratings from Avvo and Martindale-Hubbell, the National Law Journal Pro Bono Award, recognition by the Washington Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers and the Southern Poverty Law Center, Avvo Client’s Choice Award, and the Anthony Savage Award. David Marshall has been appointed to Washington State task forces on child abuse issues in the justice system.

3. Practice Areas & Services

  • Target Audience: The firm serves individuals and families in Washington State who have been accused of sex crimes, child abuse, or domestic violence. Marshall & Saunders represents defendants only and does not represent complainants or the prosecution. Their clients include individuals facing criminal charges, respondents in civil lawsuits, parents facing CPS investigations, and students accused of Title IX violations.
  • Competitive Advantage (USP): Marshall & Saunders is Washington’s only law firm exclusively dedicated to defending against accusations of sex crimes, child abuse, and domestic violence. The firm handles criminal, civil, and administrative cases. With over 1,000 clients served, 250+ criminal trials conducted, and 100 years of combined defense experience, the team brings a depth of focus unmatched by general criminal defense firms. Their approach is compassionate and non-judgmental, treating every client as a whole person rather than a case number.

4. Verdicts, Results & Awards

  • Track Record: The firm has handled over 1,000 clients and conducted more than 250 criminal trials. Their attorneys have won numerous dismissals, acquittals, and reduced charges in state and federal courts across Washington. → View Case Studies
  • Notable Accomplishment: David Marshall received the National Law Journal’s Pro Bono Award in 2000 for freeing persons wrongly imprisoned in the Wenatchee, Washington child sex abuse ring scandal.
  • Industry Recognition: Super Lawyers recognition, highest Avvo and Martindale-Hubbell ratings, Avvo Client’s Choice Award, Anthony Savage Award (Emily M. Gause, 2016), President’s Award (Emily M. Gause, 2020), recognition by the Washington Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, the Southern Poverty Law Center, BBB A+ rating, and appointments to Washington State government task forces on child abuse issues.
  • Reviews & Testimonials: Verified client reviews can be found on:

5. Operations & Contact

  • Pricing Structure: Marshall & Saunders operates on an hourly fee basis. Consultations are available, but a free initial consultation is not guaranteed for every prospective client. Fees vary depending on the complexity of the case.
  • Operating Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM. The firm responds to new inquiries within 1–2 business days.
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Changes to This Privacy Policy:

  • We may update this privacy policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the updated policy on our website. We encourage you to review this privacy policy periodically for any updates.

Contact Us:

  • If you have any questions about this privacy policy, please contact us at solutions@marshallandsaunders.com or call (206) 826-1400.

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