Matthew Wade McGowan
GRIT CITY LAW, PLLC. • Tacoma, WA
Criminal Defense
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Contact
Email
Phone
(253) 527-6908
Address
1105 Tacoma Ave S, Tacoma, WA, 98402, US
Professional
About
GRIT CITY LAW is a street-level criminal defense law firm providing experienced legal advice to any individual facing criminal charges, and comprehensive representation in criminal and quasi-criminal matters of all degrees of seriousness and complexity. GRIT CITY LAW attorneys are licensed to practice in all Washington State, County, Municipal and Federal courts.
About Criminal Defense Law
Criminal defense attorneys represent individuals accused of crimes, protecting their constitutional rights throughout the legal process. They work to achieve the best possible outcome through negotiation or trial. Common matters include dui/dwi, drug charges, assault, theft.
Credentials
Education
2008 University of Washington School of Law Juris Doctor 1997 University of Washington - Seattle BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
English
Recognition & Involvement
Awards
2021 Volunteer of the Year, Tacoma Pro Bono Community Lawyers 2013 NCDC Summer Program Tuition Grant, National Criminal Defense College 2007 Public Interest Law Grant, Public Interest Law Association
Associations
2009 - Present American Bar Association Member 2009 - Present Washington State Bar Association Member 2009 - Present Tacoma Pierce County Bar Association Member
Speaking
2025 National Law Day High School Outreach Foundation and Fundamentals of the Election Process 2024 Washington State Mock Trial Competition Criminal Trial Advocacy 2020 Continuing Legal Education Seminar Legal Ethics
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