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Blake Vacate Attorney Contracts – OPD
September 4, 2026 | Erin Stewart

The Washington State Office of Public Defense (OPD) is looking to enter into contracts with solo practice attorneys and/or multi-attorney organizations who will provide legal services to individuals eligible for a Blake vacate of a Simple Drug Possession conviction and refunds of paid LFOs and third party costs. The hourly rate is $135 for attorneys and $70 for paralegal/staff. OPD is seeking responses to RFQs as follows:

·       Clark County – for more information and to apply see the listing at careers.wa.gov.

·       Cowlitz County – for more information and to apply see the listing at careers.wa.gov.

·       Municipal Courts on the I-5 corridor – for more information and to apply see the listing at careers.wa.gov.