With over three decades of legal experience, Neil Fox has represented thousands of clients in felony and misdemeanor trials and appeals, including capital cases. Neil began his career as a staff attorney at the Washington Appellate Defender Association, followed by key roles as attorney and supervisor at the Seattle-King County Public Defender Association. He later served “of counsel” at Cohen & Iaria, before founding the Law Office of Neil Fox, PLLC in 2010. Recognized for his strong legal analysis and exceptional trial skills, Neil has handled complex matters involving foreign-born clients, interstate and international discovery, and extradition. He serves as a cooperating attorney with the Mexican Capital Legal Assistance Program in capital cases. Neil’s achievements have been honored by organizations such as the ACLU, Washington State Bar Association, and Mothers for Police Accountability, and he has earned “Super Lawyer” and “Preeminent” ratings. His commitment to justice extends globally, including teaching and advocacy work in Belarus, South Africa, Austria, and the West Bank. Neil is an active member of the Washington State Bar, National Lawyers Guild, Washington Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, and National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers.
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Areas of Law
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Domestic Violence
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Criminal Law 3
- Theft
- Homicide
- Death Penalty
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Consumer Law 1
- Identity Theft
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Other 21
- Criminal Defense Trials
- Sex Offenses
- Drugs
- Arson
- Terrorism
- Cybercrimes
- Gun Possession
- Federal Crimes
- Appeals
- Post-Conviction
- COVID-19 Litigation
- Felony Assault
- Felony Sabotage
- Patronizing a Prostitute
- Robbery
- Accused of Terrorism in Federal Court
- Labor Protest
- Extradition
- First Amendment Rights
- Secret Records
- Sexual Assault
Practice Details
Experience
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Bar Admission & MembershipsAdmissions1985, Washington
1987, U.S. District Court, Western District of Washington
1987, U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Washington and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
U.S. Supreme Court
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit
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Education & CertificationsLaw SchoolUniversity of Illinois School of Law
Class of 1985
J.D.
Other EducationUniversity of Illinois
Class of 1980
B.A.
Liberal Arts and Sciences (History)
University of Illinois
Class of 1985
M.A.
Labor and Industrial Relations
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Personal Details & HistoryAgeBorn in 1958
Chicago, Illinois, September 20, 1958
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2125 Western Avenue, Suite 330Seattle, WA 98121U.S.A.
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Is this attorney admitted to practice in any U.S. Federal Courts?Neil Fox is admitted to practice before the United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit, United States District Court for the Western District of Washington and United States Supreme Court.
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Is this attorney Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review rated?Yes, Neil Fox has a 5.0 Peer Rating from Martindale-Hubbell.
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Is this attorney Martindale-Hubbell Client Review rated?Yes, Neil Fox has a 5.0 Client Rating from Martindale-Hubbell.
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What law school did this attorney attend?Neil Fox attended University of Illinois School of Law.