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      “Matthew is considered one of the best Seattle Criminal Defense lawyers in Western Washington.  He is currently rated a perfect 10 out of 10 by Avvo.com (a lawyer rating service), he has been repeatedly named a Rising Star in DUI/DWI & Criminal Defense by both Super Lawyers Magazine & Seattle Met Magazine, less than 2.5% of Attorneys receive this honor.  Additionally, he is also a Top 40 under 40 criminal defense lawyer by the American Society of Legal Advocates, less than 1.5% of lawyers receive this honor..”

      WHO IS MATTHEW LEYBA

      Matthew was born and raised in Salt Lake City, UT.  After graduation from the University of Utah, he decided to attend Gonzaga University School of Law on scholarship.  During his time in Spokane, he developed an interest in criminal defense, in particular, DUI Defense.  As a second-year law student, he interned at the Spokane County Public Defender’s Office and developed a love for criminal defense work.

      After graduation and in the summer of 2006, Matthew left Spokane to work in Seattle at one of the largest criminal defense firms in the State. While there, he represented thousands of clients who were accused of committing a wide variety of criminal offenses.  It was during this time, that he really fell in love with DUI Defense and built his reputation as a skilled trial attorney and a tireless advocate for his clients.  Matthew litigated more trials during his first four years as an attorney than most attorneys litigate during their entire career.  His success in the courtroom led him to open his own practice.

      Matthew is an NHTSA qualified administrator of the standardized field sobriety tests, the same tests every trooper and police officer is trained to administer.  Having litigated over 100 jury trials to verdict, he is comfortable and confident in the courtroom.  His practice is devoted 100% to litigation.  What does that mean?  Matthew is fearless and if the prosecution doesn’t offer a deal his client wants to take, he will take the case to trial and present the best defense possible.

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      WHY MATTHEW LEYBA IS THE RIGHT SEATTLE CRIMINAL DEFENSE ATTORNEY FOR YOU

      In 2010, due to Matthew’s growing reputation as one of the best DUI/Criminal defense attorneys, Leyba Defense PLLC was born.  Matthew accepts a limited number of clients so he can control the quality of work he provides.  You may hear other firms advertise on the radio, on the side of a bus or see ads placed everywhere on Google, these firms need large numbers of clients to pay for these advertisements.  Matthew relies mainly on his reputation and word of mouth.  Whether it’s negotiating with the prosecutor, speaking to a judge, or persuading a jury, Matthew has the necessary skills to get you the best results possible.

      Awards

      • 2020 – Rising Star in Criminal Defense by Seattle Met Magazine
      • 2019 – Rising Star in Criminal Defense by Seattle Met Magazine
      • 2018 – Rising Star in Criminal Defense by Seattle Met Magazine
      • 2017 – Rising Star in Criminal Defense by Seattle Met Magazine
      • 2016 – Rising Star in Criminal Defense by Seattle Met Magazine
      • 2015 – Rising Star in Criminal Defense by Seattle Met Magazine
      • 2015 – Top 40 under 40 WA criminal defense lawyer by American Society of Legal Advocates
      • 2014 – Rising Star in Criminal Defense by Seattle Met Magazine
      • 2013 – Rising Star in Criminal Defense by Seattle Met Magazine

      Speaking engagements

      • 2013 – Featured speaker at Washington Young Lawyers Trial Advocacy CLE Program, “Trial Notebook/Organization during jury trial”
      • 2012 – Featured speaker at Washington Young Lawyers Trial Advocacy CLE Program, “Trial Notebook/Organization during jury trial”
      • 2011 – Featured speaker at Washington Young Lawyers Trial Advocacy CLE Program, “Trial Notebook/Organization”
      • 2010 – Featured speaker at Washington Young Lawyers Trial Advocacy CLE Program, “Trial Notebook Skills”
      • 2008 – Speaker at ACA misdemeanor unit, “How to analyze a DUI police report”

      Memberships and Affiliations

      • Washington State Bar Association
      • King County Bar Association
      • Washington Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

      PERSONAL

      Matthew currently resides in Bellevue, WA with his wife and two beautiful daughters.  He enjoys wood working, playing golf and archery hunting.  As a 2003 graduate of the University of Utah, he is a big fan of the Utes and enjoys watching them in football and basketball.

      Contact us for a free 60-minute consultation that is completely confidential. Leyba Defense’s main office is located in Bellevue, WA but also has separate location in downtown Seattle.

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      Schedule a consult with our Seattle DWI attorney via email or call (206) 953-2145 to speak with an experienced Seattle Criminal & DWI lawyer and schedule a free 60-minute confidential consultation that is completely confidential. Our main office is located in downtown Seattle at the corner of 7th & Olive. We also have offices located in both Bothell and Bellevue and can meet you at either location.