team-member

Scott Engelhard

Seattle, WA

Licensed for 37 years

Law Degree

Awards

Primary Practice Area

Criminal Defense

Language

English

About

I have focused on criminal defense throughout my 26+ year career -- starting as a state court Public Defender; working at one of the largest law firms in Seattle; and eventually starting my own private practice. I have represented clients in Washington State, Alaska, Oregon, California, Colorado, Wyoming, Mississippi, South Carolina and North Carolina. I have handled numerous appeals in the United States Supreme Court, Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit Court of Appeals, Washington Court of Appeals, and the Washington Supreme Court. I have tried dozens of cases in Federal Court; State Superior Court, and various Municipal and District Court around Washington State.  My fellow criminal defense lawyers elected me President of the Washington Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, 2004-5.

Practices Areas

Criminal Defense

Consumer Protection

Domestic Violence

White Collar Crime

Language

English

Contact

Law Office of Scott J. Engelhard1700 Seventh AvenueSuite 2100Seattle, WA, 98101-13601700 Seventh AvenueSuite 2100Suite 2100Seattle, WA, 98101-1360

Office: N/A

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Reviews

Paul
February 25, 2010

When confronted with the need to hire an attorney I interviewed three in the greater Seattle area prior to my appointment with Mr. Engelhard. He was the only attorney who discussed my case and its potential outcome in an honest and straightforward manner. Mr. Engelhard was professional, supportive, responsive to my needs and made a difficult situation bearable. I would not hesitate to recommend Mr. Engelhard to those facing criminal charges.

anonymous
February 6, 2010

I was extremely fortunate to have Mr. Engelhard as my attorney. He is completely dedicated to knowing every aspect of the case he is involved with. His experience in trial litigation far surpassed the numerous other lawyers involved. He was patient and informative as I tried to understand an overwhelming system that made no sense to me yet controlled my life. I highly recommend this genuine, sincere, relentless, no nonsense attorney. TML

anonymous
January 22, 2010

I have used this attorney twice in my life. He not only kept me well informed but I felt like he truly cared and explained the entire process in great detail. There was never a time that I felt like we did not get our money's worth.

Peter J
November 3, 2009

Mr. Engelhard is knowledgable and understanding attorney, I'm glad he had MY back.

anonymous
November 3, 2009

Scott represented me in a lengthy, complicated fedral action. He represented me very well and kept me well informed through the entire process. I would highly recommend Scott.

Paul
February 25, 2010

When confronted with the need to hire an attorney I interviewed three in the greater Seattle area prior to my appointment with Mr. Engelhard. He was the only attorney who discussed my case and its potential outcome in an honest and straightforward manner. Mr. Engelhard was professional, supportive, responsive to my needs and made a difficult situation bearable. I would not hesitate to recommend Mr. Engelhard to those facing criminal charges.

anonymous
February 6, 2010

I was extremely fortunate to have Mr. Engelhard as my attorney. He is completely dedicated to knowing every aspect of the case he is involved with. His experience in trial litigation far surpassed the numerous other lawyers involved. He was patient and informative as I tried to understand an overwhelming system that made no sense to me yet controlled my life. I highly recommend this genuine, sincere, relentless, no nonsense attorney. TML

anonymous
January 22, 2010

I have used this attorney twice in my life. He not only kept me well informed but I felt like he truly cared and explained the entire process in great detail. There was never a time that I felt like we did not get our money's worth.

Peter J
November 3, 2009

Mr. Engelhard is knowledgable and understanding attorney, I'm glad he had MY back.

anonymous
November 3, 2009

Scott represented me in a lengthy, complicated fedral action. He represented me very well and kept me well informed through the entire process. I would highly recommend Scott.

Paul
February 25, 2010

When confronted with the need to hire an attorney I interviewed three in the greater Seattle area prior to my appointment with Mr. Engelhard. He was the only attorney who discussed my case and its potential outcome in an honest and straightforward manner. Mr. Engelhard was professional, supportive, responsive to my needs and made a difficult situation bearable. I would not hesitate to recommend Mr. Engelhard to those facing criminal charges.

anonymous
February 6, 2010

I was extremely fortunate to have Mr. Engelhard as my attorney. He is completely dedicated to knowing every aspect of the case he is involved with. His experience in trial litigation far surpassed the numerous other lawyers involved. He was patient and informative as I tried to understand an overwhelming system that made no sense to me yet controlled my life. I highly recommend this genuine, sincere, relentless, no nonsense attorney. TML

anonymous
January 22, 2010

I have used this attorney twice in my life. He not only kept me well informed but I felt like he truly cared and explained the entire process in great detail. There was never a time that I felt like we did not get our money's worth.

Peter J
November 3, 2009

Mr. Engelhard is knowledgable and understanding attorney, I'm glad he had MY back.

anonymous
November 3, 2009

Scott represented me in a lengthy, complicated fedral action. He represented me very well and kept me well informed through the entire process. I would highly recommend Scott.

Paul
February 25, 2010

When confronted with the need to hire an attorney I interviewed three in the greater Seattle area prior to my appointment with Mr. Engelhard. He was the only attorney who discussed my case and its potential outcome in an honest and straightforward manner. Mr. Engelhard was professional, supportive, responsive to my needs and made a difficult situation bearable. I would not hesitate to recommend Mr. Engelhard to those facing criminal charges.

anonymous
February 6, 2010

I was extremely fortunate to have Mr. Engelhard as my attorney. He is completely dedicated to knowing every aspect of the case he is involved with. His experience in trial litigation far surpassed the numerous other lawyers involved. He was patient and informative as I tried to understand an overwhelming system that made no sense to me yet controlled my life. I highly recommend this genuine, sincere, relentless, no nonsense attorney. TML

anonymous
January 22, 2010

I have used this attorney twice in my life. He not only kept me well informed but I felt like he truly cared and explained the entire process in great detail. There was never a time that I felt like we did not get our money's worth.

Peter J
November 3, 2009

Mr. Engelhard is knowledgable and understanding attorney, I'm glad he had MY back.

anonymous
November 3, 2009

Scott represented me in a lengthy, complicated fedral action. He represented me very well and kept me well informed through the entire process. I would highly recommend Scott.

Paul
February 25, 2010

When confronted with the need to hire an attorney I interviewed three in the greater Seattle area prior to my appointment with Mr. Engelhard. He was the only attorney who discussed my case and its potential outcome in an honest and straightforward manner. Mr. Engelhard was professional, supportive, responsive to my needs and made a difficult situation bearable. I would not hesitate to recommend Mr. Engelhard to those facing criminal charges.

anonymous
February 6, 2010

I was extremely fortunate to have Mr. Engelhard as my attorney. He is completely dedicated to knowing every aspect of the case he is involved with. His experience in trial litigation far surpassed the numerous other lawyers involved. He was patient and informative as I tried to understand an overwhelming system that made no sense to me yet controlled my life. I highly recommend this genuine, sincere, relentless, no nonsense attorney. TML

anonymous
January 22, 2010

I have used this attorney twice in my life. He not only kept me well informed but I felt like he truly cared and explained the entire process in great detail. There was never a time that I felt like we did not get our money's worth.

Peter J
November 3, 2009

Mr. Engelhard is knowledgable and understanding attorney, I'm glad he had MY back.

anonymous
November 3, 2009

Scott represented me in a lengthy, complicated fedral action. He represented me very well and kept me well informed through the entire process. I would highly recommend Scott.

Paul
February 25, 2010

When confronted with the need to hire an attorney I interviewed three in the greater Seattle area prior to my appointment with Mr. Engelhard. He was the only attorney who discussed my case and its potential outcome in an honest and straightforward manner. Mr. Engelhard was professional, supportive, responsive to my needs and made a difficult situation bearable. I would not hesitate to recommend Mr. Engelhard to those facing criminal charges.

anonymous
February 6, 2010

I was extremely fortunate to have Mr. Engelhard as my attorney. He is completely dedicated to knowing every aspect of the case he is involved with. His experience in trial litigation far surpassed the numerous other lawyers involved. He was patient and informative as I tried to understand an overwhelming system that made no sense to me yet controlled my life. I highly recommend this genuine, sincere, relentless, no nonsense attorney. TML

anonymous
January 22, 2010

I have used this attorney twice in my life. He not only kept me well informed but I felt like he truly cared and explained the entire process in great detail. There was never a time that I felt like we did not get our money's worth.

Peter J
November 3, 2009

Mr. Engelhard is knowledgable and understanding attorney, I'm glad he had MY back.

anonymous
November 3, 2009

Scott represented me in a lengthy, complicated fedral action. He represented me very well and kept me well informed through the entire process. I would highly recommend Scott.

Paul
February 25, 2010

When confronted with the need to hire an attorney I interviewed three in the greater Seattle area prior to my appointment with Mr. Engelhard. He was the only attorney who discussed my case and its potential outcome in an honest and straightforward manner. Mr. Engelhard was professional, supportive, responsive to my needs and made a difficult situation bearable. I would not hesitate to recommend Mr. Engelhard to those facing criminal charges.

anonymous
February 6, 2010

I was extremely fortunate to have Mr. Engelhard as my attorney. He is completely dedicated to knowing every aspect of the case he is involved with. His experience in trial litigation far surpassed the numerous other lawyers involved. He was patient and informative as I tried to understand an overwhelming system that made no sense to me yet controlled my life. I highly recommend this genuine, sincere, relentless, no nonsense attorney. TML

anonymous
January 22, 2010

I have used this attorney twice in my life. He not only kept me well informed but I felt like he truly cared and explained the entire process in great detail. There was never a time that I felt like we did not get our money's worth.

Peter J
November 3, 2009

Mr. Engelhard is knowledgable and understanding attorney, I'm glad he had MY back.

anonymous
November 3, 2009

Scott represented me in a lengthy, complicated fedral action. He represented me very well and kept me well informed through the entire process. I would highly recommend Scott.

Paul
February 25, 2010

When confronted with the need to hire an attorney I interviewed three in the greater Seattle area prior to my appointment with Mr. Engelhard. He was the only attorney who discussed my case and its potential outcome in an honest and straightforward manner. Mr. Engelhard was professional, supportive, responsive to my needs and made a difficult situation bearable. I would not hesitate to recommend Mr. Engelhard to those facing criminal charges.

anonymous
February 6, 2010

I was extremely fortunate to have Mr. Engelhard as my attorney. He is completely dedicated to knowing every aspect of the case he is involved with. His experience in trial litigation far surpassed the numerous other lawyers involved. He was patient and informative as I tried to understand an overwhelming system that made no sense to me yet controlled my life. I highly recommend this genuine, sincere, relentless, no nonsense attorney. TML

anonymous
January 22, 2010

I have used this attorney twice in my life. He not only kept me well informed but I felt like he truly cared and explained the entire process in great detail. There was never a time that I felt like we did not get our money's worth.

Peter J
November 3, 2009

Mr. Engelhard is knowledgable and understanding attorney, I'm glad he had MY back.

anonymous
November 3, 2009

Scott represented me in a lengthy, complicated fedral action. He represented me very well and kept me well informed through the entire process. I would highly recommend Scott.

Paul
February 25, 2010

When confronted with the need to hire an attorney I interviewed three in the greater Seattle area prior to my appointment with Mr. Engelhard. He was the only attorney who discussed my case and its potential outcome in an honest and straightforward manner. Mr. Engelhard was professional, supportive, responsive to my needs and made a difficult situation bearable. I would not hesitate to recommend Mr. Engelhard to those facing criminal charges.

anonymous
February 6, 2010

I was extremely fortunate to have Mr. Engelhard as my attorney. He is completely dedicated to knowing every aspect of the case he is involved with. His experience in trial litigation far surpassed the numerous other lawyers involved. He was patient and informative as I tried to understand an overwhelming system that made no sense to me yet controlled my life. I highly recommend this genuine, sincere, relentless, no nonsense attorney. TML

anonymous
January 22, 2010

I have used this attorney twice in my life. He not only kept me well informed but I felt like he truly cared and explained the entire process in great detail. There was never a time that I felt like we did not get our money's worth.

Peter J
November 3, 2009

Mr. Engelhard is knowledgable and understanding attorney, I'm glad he had MY back.

anonymous
November 3, 2009

Scott represented me in a lengthy, complicated fedral action. He represented me very well and kept me well informed through the entire process. I would highly recommend Scott.

Paul
February 25, 2010

When confronted with the need to hire an attorney I interviewed three in the greater Seattle area prior to my appointment with Mr. Engelhard. He was the only attorney who discussed my case and its potential outcome in an honest and straightforward manner. Mr. Engelhard was professional, supportive, responsive to my needs and made a difficult situation bearable. I would not hesitate to recommend Mr. Engelhard to those facing criminal charges.

anonymous
February 6, 2010

I was extremely fortunate to have Mr. Engelhard as my attorney. He is completely dedicated to knowing every aspect of the case he is involved with. His experience in trial litigation far surpassed the numerous other lawyers involved. He was patient and informative as I tried to understand an overwhelming system that made no sense to me yet controlled my life. I highly recommend this genuine, sincere, relentless, no nonsense attorney. TML

anonymous
January 22, 2010

I have used this attorney twice in my life. He not only kept me well informed but I felt like he truly cared and explained the entire process in great detail. There was never a time that I felt like we did not get our money's worth.

Peter J
November 3, 2009

Mr. Engelhard is knowledgable and understanding attorney, I'm glad he had MY back.

anonymous
November 3, 2009

Scott represented me in a lengthy, complicated fedral action. He represented me very well and kept me well informed through the entire process. I would highly recommend Scott.

Paul
February 25, 2010

When confronted with the need to hire an attorney I interviewed three in the greater Seattle area prior to my appointment with Mr. Engelhard. He was the only attorney who discussed my case and its potential outcome in an honest and straightforward manner. Mr. Engelhard was professional, supportive, responsive to my needs and made a difficult situation bearable. I would not hesitate to recommend Mr. Engelhard to those facing criminal charges.

anonymous
February 6, 2010

I was extremely fortunate to have Mr. Engelhard as my attorney. He is completely dedicated to knowing every aspect of the case he is involved with. His experience in trial litigation far surpassed the numerous other lawyers involved. He was patient and informative as I tried to understand an overwhelming system that made no sense to me yet controlled my life. I highly recommend this genuine, sincere, relentless, no nonsense attorney. TML

anonymous
January 22, 2010

I have used this attorney twice in my life. He not only kept me well informed but I felt like he truly cared and explained the entire process in great detail. There was never a time that I felt like we did not get our money's worth.

Peter J
November 3, 2009

Mr. Engelhard is knowledgable and understanding attorney, I'm glad he had MY back.

anonymous
November 3, 2009

Scott represented me in a lengthy, complicated fedral action. He represented me very well and kept me well informed through the entire process. I would highly recommend Scott.

Paul
February 25, 2010

When confronted with the need to hire an attorney I interviewed three in the greater Seattle area prior to my appointment with Mr. Engelhard. He was the only attorney who discussed my case and its potential outcome in an honest and straightforward manner. Mr. Engelhard was professional, supportive, responsive to my needs and made a difficult situation bearable. I would not hesitate to recommend Mr. Engelhard to those facing criminal charges.

anonymous
February 6, 2010

I was extremely fortunate to have Mr. Engelhard as my attorney. He is completely dedicated to knowing every aspect of the case he is involved with. His experience in trial litigation far surpassed the numerous other lawyers involved. He was patient and informative as I tried to understand an overwhelming system that made no sense to me yet controlled my life. I highly recommend this genuine, sincere, relentless, no nonsense attorney. TML

anonymous
January 22, 2010

I have used this attorney twice in my life. He not only kept me well informed but I felt like he truly cared and explained the entire process in great detail. There was never a time that I felt like we did not get our money's worth.

Peter J
November 3, 2009

Mr. Engelhard is knowledgable and understanding attorney, I'm glad he had MY back.

anonymous
November 3, 2009

Scott represented me in a lengthy, complicated fedral action. He represented me very well and kept me well informed through the entire process. I would highly recommend Scott.

Paul
February 25, 2010

When confronted with the need to hire an attorney I interviewed three in the greater Seattle area prior to my appointment with Mr. Engelhard. He was the only attorney who discussed my case and its potential outcome in an honest and straightforward manner. Mr. Engelhard was professional, supportive, responsive to my needs and made a difficult situation bearable. I would not hesitate to recommend Mr. Engelhard to those facing criminal charges.

anonymous
February 6, 2010

I was extremely fortunate to have Mr. Engelhard as my attorney. He is completely dedicated to knowing every aspect of the case he is involved with. His experience in trial litigation far surpassed the numerous other lawyers involved. He was patient and informative as I tried to understand an overwhelming system that made no sense to me yet controlled my life. I highly recommend this genuine, sincere, relentless, no nonsense attorney. TML

anonymous
January 22, 2010

I have used this attorney twice in my life. He not only kept me well informed but I felt like he truly cared and explained the entire process in great detail. There was never a time that I felt like we did not get our money's worth.

Peter J
November 3, 2009

Mr. Engelhard is knowledgable and understanding attorney, I'm glad he had MY back.

anonymous
November 3, 2009

Scott represented me in a lengthy, complicated fedral action. He represented me very well and kept me well informed through the entire process. I would highly recommend Scott.

Paul
February 25, 2010

When confronted with the need to hire an attorney I interviewed three in the greater Seattle area prior to my appointment with Mr. Engelhard. He was the only attorney who discussed my case and its potential outcome in an honest and straightforward manner. Mr. Engelhard was professional, supportive, responsive to my needs and made a difficult situation bearable. I would not hesitate to recommend Mr. Engelhard to those facing criminal charges.

anonymous
February 6, 2010

I was extremely fortunate to have Mr. Engelhard as my attorney. He is completely dedicated to knowing every aspect of the case he is involved with. His experience in trial litigation far surpassed the numerous other lawyers involved. He was patient and informative as I tried to understand an overwhelming system that made no sense to me yet controlled my life. I highly recommend this genuine, sincere, relentless, no nonsense attorney. TML

anonymous
January 22, 2010

I have used this attorney twice in my life. He not only kept me well informed but I felt like he truly cared and explained the entire process in great detail. There was never a time that I felt like we did not get our money's worth.

Peter J
November 3, 2009

Mr. Engelhard is knowledgable and understanding attorney, I'm glad he had MY back.

anonymous
November 3, 2009

Scott represented me in a lengthy, complicated fedral action. He represented me very well and kept me well informed through the entire process. I would highly recommend Scott.

Paul
February 25, 2010

When confronted with the need to hire an attorney I interviewed three in the greater Seattle area prior to my appointment with Mr. Engelhard. He was the only attorney who discussed my case and its potential outcome in an honest and straightforward manner. Mr. Engelhard was professional, supportive, responsive to my needs and made a difficult situation bearable. I would not hesitate to recommend Mr. Engelhard to those facing criminal charges.

anonymous
February 6, 2010

I was extremely fortunate to have Mr. Engelhard as my attorney. He is completely dedicated to knowing every aspect of the case he is involved with. His experience in trial litigation far surpassed the numerous other lawyers involved. He was patient and informative as I tried to understand an overwhelming system that made no sense to me yet controlled my life. I highly recommend this genuine, sincere, relentless, no nonsense attorney. TML

anonymous
January 22, 2010

I have used this attorney twice in my life. He not only kept me well informed but I felt like he truly cared and explained the entire process in great detail. There was never a time that I felt like we did not get our money's worth.

Peter J
November 3, 2009

Mr. Engelhard is knowledgable and understanding attorney, I'm glad he had MY back.

anonymous
November 3, 2009

Scott represented me in a lengthy, complicated fedral action. He represented me very well and kept me well informed through the entire process. I would highly recommend Scott.

Paul
February 25, 2010

When confronted with the need to hire an attorney I interviewed three in the greater Seattle area prior to my appointment with Mr. Engelhard. He was the only attorney who discussed my case and its potential outcome in an honest and straightforward manner. Mr. Engelhard was professional, supportive, responsive to my needs and made a difficult situation bearable. I would not hesitate to recommend Mr. Engelhard to those facing criminal charges.

anonymous
February 6, 2010

I was extremely fortunate to have Mr. Engelhard as my attorney. He is completely dedicated to knowing every aspect of the case he is involved with. His experience in trial litigation far surpassed the numerous other lawyers involved. He was patient and informative as I tried to understand an overwhelming system that made no sense to me yet controlled my life. I highly recommend this genuine, sincere, relentless, no nonsense attorney. TML

anonymous
January 22, 2010

I have used this attorney twice in my life. He not only kept me well informed but I felt like he truly cared and explained the entire process in great detail. There was never a time that I felt like we did not get our money's worth.

Peter J
November 3, 2009

Mr. Engelhard is knowledgable and understanding attorney, I'm glad he had MY back.

anonymous
November 3, 2009

Scott represented me in a lengthy, complicated fedral action. He represented me very well and kept me well informed through the entire process. I would highly recommend Scott.