Max B Shiner, Criminal Defense Attorney in Tacoma, Washington
Over 30 years of legal practice
U.S. Atty. Off.
Tacoma, WA
Practicing criminal defense in Tacoma since 1996.
- 30+
- Years practicing
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- Bar admissions
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Max B Shiner is an u.s. atty. off. based in Tacoma, WA. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense. Max has over 30 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Tacoma, WA
- Experience
- over 30 years
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- Criminal Defense
- Handles Criminal Defense matters from Tacoma, WA.
- Over 30 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Max B Shiner: Max B Shiner is an u.s. atty. off. based in Tacoma, WA. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense. Max has over 30 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Max takes on
Max concentrates on criminal defense. Each area below outlines the kind of case Max handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Criminal Defense cases in Tacoma, Washington
Max takes criminal defense matters in Tacoma, Washington. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Max agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Max B Shiner — criminal defense lawyer in Tacoma
Max B Shiner is an u.s. atty. off. based in Tacoma, WA. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense. Max has over 30 years of legal experience.
Max B Shiner is a lawyer practicing criminal defense. Max received a degree from University of California Berkeley, Berkeley CA, and has been licensed for 30 years. Max practices in Tacoma, WA.
Working with Max on a criminal defense matter
Max B Shiner is a lawyer practicing criminal defense. Max received a degree from University of California Berkeley, Berkeley CA, and has been licensed for 30 years. Max practices in Tacoma, WA.
Clients Max works with
Max reviews new inquiries case-by-case for criminal defense matters in Tacoma and the surrounding Washington area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of California Berkeley, Berkeley CA University of California, Los Angeles, School of Law, Los Angeles CA
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Jurisdictions
Max's state bar admissions
Washington
2008 · ACTIVE
California
1996 · ACTIVE
Max studied at — in University of California Berkeley, Berkeley CA University of California, Los Angeles, School of Law, Los Angeles CA.
Law school and academic background
Max completed — in University of California Berkeley, Berkeley CA University of California, Los Angeles, School of Law, Los Angeles CA. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Max runs in Washington is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Max B Shiner's office in Tacoma
Max's primary office is at 1201 Pacific Ave Ste 700, Tacoma, WA, 98402-4383. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Max B Shiner — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new criminal defense attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Max usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Max charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Max's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Max will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a criminal defense attorney in Tacoma, Washington
A short list to run through before you commit: How many criminal defense matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Max
Max discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in criminal defense practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every criminal defense matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Max confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Max's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many criminal defense practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Max B Shiner
How much does it cost to hire Max for a criminal defense case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Max walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Max offer a free consultation?
Max charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Max's office. Some criminal defense attorneys offer free consults — check Max's current terms during booking.
How long do criminal defense cases in Washington typically take?
Simple criminal defense matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Max gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Max take my case if I'm outside Tacoma?
Max is licensed in Washington. Matters governed by Washington law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Max will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Max?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Max will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Max accepting new criminal defense clients right now?
Max's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Criminal Defense attorneys serving Tacoma, Seattle and Spokane in Washington
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