Use of Spoken Language Interpreter

This advisory is about the new spoken language interpreter bill that passed in the 2025-2026 session concerns the use of court interpreters for spoken language in legal proceedings. It is found in Chapter 2.43 RCW. All lawyers usi...

Practice Advisory – Legal Hierarchy

This advisory covers the hierarchy of the constitutions, statutes, court rules, local rules and ordinances – when does one control over another? What about preemption – and when does that apply?

Name Change in Washington (1.2025)

This WDA Practice Advisory discusses the process and resources available for a Legal Name Change, with information specific to King County as an example.

Withdrawal of Guilty Plea Mistake, Misinformation (5.2023)

Sheri’s Sidebar Edition 1

Edition #1   March 10, 2023 1) Right to an attorney: 1st, 6th, 14th Amendments 2) Court cannot impose sentencing condition to “obey all laws” – only DOC can 3) Expert witnesses cannot be impeached or cross exam...

2022 Criminal Legislation Update Summary

Court Rule Advocacy (10.2022)

Prosecutorial Vindictiveness

Sample Mitigation Package Settlement Cover Letter (5.2022)

This sample cover letter explains that material is being offered for settlement purposes only, pursuant to ER 408 and 410.

Appointment of Counsel in CrR 7.8(b) Motion- 2022 Amendments to CrR 3.1, 7.8 (2.2022)