An expungement lawyer in Seattle helps individuals clear or seal their criminal records. A criminal record can follow you for life — affecting employment, housing, education, and more. An experienced Seattle expungement attorney will evaluate your eligibility, prepare all necessary paperwork, and represent you in court to get your record cleared.
Expungement lawyers typically charge flat fees of $1,000–$3,500 per offense. Complex cases or multiple records may cost more. Court filing fees are additional (typically $100–$400).
Typical fee structure: Flat fee: $1,000 – $3,500 per offense
Average settlement/outcome: N/A (criminal record clearing)
Flat fees of $1,000–$3,500 per offense. Court filing fees are additional ($100–$400). Some attorneys offer payment plans.
Eligibility varies by state. Generally, non-violent misdemeanors, some felonies, dismissed charges, and completed diversion programs are eligible.
Typically 2–6 months from filing to court order. Some states have waiting periods before you can apply (1–10 years from conviction).
Generally no — expunged records are sealed from public view. Some government and law enforcement positions may still access sealed records.
In some states, yes — particularly non-violent felonies after a waiting period. Violent felonies and sex offenses are typically not eligible.
In most cases, no — you can legally answer "no" to questions about criminal history once a record is expunged. Some exceptions apply for government jobs.