Limited Geographical Areas

Robert McKay & Associates generally does not accept cases outside of King, Snohomish, and Island Counties in Washington State.

Unlike the many high volume, "Fee Churner" firms that handle hundreds of cases in dozens of different courts and cities across the State, my office generally restricts representation to cases in just three adjacent counties.This makes it possible to cover many courts in a single day, saves time, and keeps attorney travel costs at a minimum. The "Fee Churner" firms have huge overheads to pay for and can't afford to turn down any cases because they need the constant cash flow! These firms usually hire Road Dog associate attorneys to drive all over the State, trying desperately to cope with their overwhelming caseloads.

If you come to Robert McKay & Associates with a case outside of King, Snohomish or Island counties, I will be happy to refer you to experienced and competent attorneys who practices in the court system where your case is pending.

Another reason for accepting cases in only these few counties is my familiarity with the local court procedures, prosecutors, judges, and facilities. Each court system has it's peculiarities and quirks. Knowing what forms to use, who to talk to about setting hearings, how to access the jails, etc., varies from county to county, court to court. Over the years, I have obtained many dismissals, great plea deals, and favorable outcomes for my clients because of my reputation within the criminal justice system in these counties and because of my relationships with individual prosecutors, judges, probation officers, and court staff. As the old saying goes, "it's not what you know, but who you know" that counts!