Defending Against Child Pornography Charges
09 Mar 2023
In recent years child pornography offenses have gotten more attention from police and prosecutors in Washington state. Both state and federal officials have cracked down. A child pornography charge can destroy a person’s life... Read More
Do I Need an Attorney If I’ve Already Confessed to a Sex Offense?
16 Jan 2019
If you’ve admitted to some aspect of the crime you’re being accused of, it may feel like an attorney can’t do much to help you, but this couldn’t be further from the truth. The... Read More
David Marshall and Aimée Sutton Spoke at WACDL’s Annual “Trial Toolbox” Conference
15 Jun 2018
The Washington Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers held its Annual “Trial Toolbox” Conference June 7th – 9th at Campbell’s Resort on Lake Chelan. Aimée, the Secretary of Board of Governors of the WACDL, was... Read More
Marshall Teaches Trial Advocacy in Botswana
09 May 2018
“I put it to you . . . that you are lying!” While a cross-examination “question” like that one leaves no doubt about the cross-examiner’s zeal, it is not likely to advance his client’s... Read More
Marshall and Sutton Confer with Title IX Defense Attorneys
28 Mar 2018
David Marshall and Aimee Sutton participated in the Fourth Annual Title IX Symposium on campus sexual assault cases in Washington, D.C., March 2018. The full-day event for lawyers focused on sharing strategies for defending accused... Read More
In the Footsteps of Clarence Darrow
16 Nov 2016
A lot more law students initially contemplate careers in criminal defense law than those who eventually pursue them. Aimée Sutton and David Marshall share their perspective on what life is like for those who didn’t... Read More
Defending Special Assault Cases—Uniquely Challenging, Uniquely Rewarding
16 Feb 2016
My job is unique. People seem to get that almost immediately. When I meet someone new, the conversation often goes like this: “What do you do for a living?” “I’m a lawyer.” “What kind... Read More
Aimée Sutton Participates in Judicial Institute
12 Aug 2015
Aimée Sutton recently participated in the Judicial Institute, which offers a series of presentations sponsored by the Seattle University Law School for secondary school teachers. Aimée and a federal prosecutor worked together to present... Read More