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    Law Office of Mark A. Chmelewski

    Law Office of Mark A. Chmelewski

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    If you want a ticket dismissed in Ellensburg, this is the lawyer you want to use…read more I was trying to pull up Google maps on my cell phone while sitting at a stoplight when I got pulled over by an over zealous and bored cornfed cop who gave me a $500 ticket. His justification for it was "texting and driving" (apparently you can't use your cell at stoplights either), supposedly speeding (uh-huh...I'd been in the car less than 5 minutes), and distracted driving (riiiight). I would have just swallowed my pride and paid the ticket, but I couldn't have it on my insurance. I was recommended Mark by another Ellenbsurg attorney. Ticket dismissed.

    Mark Chmelewski represented our child in a tough DUI case. Mandatory penalties for a DUI are stiff…read moreand can include considerable jail time, probation time, suspension of driving privileges, DUI classes and steep financial outlay. A DUI conviction becomes part of the driving record for life which may result in a lifetime of recurring unpleasant consequences. From the first meeting and throughout the entire process, which lasted months, Mark was genuinely friendly, courteous, explained the process, did not present any false expectations, suggested we talk to other attorneys before deciding who to hire, maintained communications before and after each court proceeding and answered all the many questions that arose throughout the entire process. Mark's education, training and extensive professional experience including serving as a municipal judge, prosecutor and criminal defense attorney all contributed to a very favorable outcome which would not have happened without Mark's skillful representation, hard work, clear knowledge of how to get the best outcome and ongoing professional leadership. Mark is highly skilled as a negotiator and with navigating the complex legal process. Mark Chmelewski is well worth the monetary cost and has earned our gratitude and respect. We highly recommended Mark.

    Michael E Zanol Attorney At Law

    Michael E Zanol Attorney At Law

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    Think long and hard, and have a compelling reason if you plan on retaining Mike Zanol to represent…read moreyou. Although his website claims, among other things, that easy financing is available, this is not the case. Even 1/2 down ($5,000) was apparently not enough. They wouldn't even begin filing any paperwork until they had received all $10,000. Due to money transfer limits on my debit card I was only able to get them $9,990 on a Friday and the remaining $100 on the following Monday. That $100 prevented them from doing any work on my case. He also claims that he will provide a "vigorous defense". I was not aware of Mr. Zanol doing ANYTHING in a vigorous manner. Although I retained him on Jan 1 he did not, according to his secretary, begin to work on my case until the week before trial. He filed no motions to suppress evidence, although there was certainly grounds to do so, he said so during our initial consultation. I could best describe his courtroom manner as "prosecutor's bitch". When all was said and done I ended up with the deal that the prosecutor had offered before I even MET Michael Zanol. And that cost me $5,000 when I could have gotten it for free. $5,000 was returned to me since we never went to trial. By the time came to make that decision I had lost all confidence in his ability to provide me with an adequate defense during a trial. His appearance was that of a Santa Claus who had let himself go. As far as I could determine he owned two old ill-fitting sport coats with ugly ties. Easily the worst-dressed person in the courtroom barring the inmates. I would not recommend retaining this guy for anything other than a parking ticket if it was 1/2 off.

    From the owner: For over 30 years, attorney Michael E. Zanol has represented individuals of Wenatchee and…read morethroughout Washington in criminal matters. If you or a loved one has been charged with a criminal offense, contact his law office today at 509-872-5113 for a free initial consultation and to learn more about how he can protect your rights. He is available to make jail visits and is dedicated to obtaining favorable results.

    Pederson Law - criminaldefense - Updated September 2026

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