Public Defender

Screen for Public Defender

You may apply for a Public Defender in person at the Kirkland Municipal Court Tuesdays 8:30 AM - 11:30 AM. The screener will review your financial status and determine if you qualify.

Please bring documentation of income verification and any types of public assistance you receive.

Stein, Lotzkar & Starr, P.S.

If you have been appointed the law firm of Stein, Lotzkar & Starr, P.S. directly by the Judge or by qualifying through the screening process,  you may contact your public defender in advance of your hearing:

Stein, Lotzkar & Starr, P.S.
2840 Northrup Way, Suite 140
Bellevue, WA 98004
425-576-0026

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Valley Defenders, PLLC.

If you have been appointed the law firm of Valley Defenders, PLLC, directly by the Judge or by qualifying through the screening process, you may contact your public defender in advance of your hearing:

Valley Defenders, PLLC.
2700 Richards Rd, Suite 100
Bellevue, WA 98005
425-657-0794

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Alternative Options

The King County Bar Association operates a lawyer referral service and provides information on community legal services.