
Jefferson Associated Counsel is an independent non-profit law firm that provides public defense for clients in Jefferson County Courts.
Where to find us:
Located in uptown Port Townsend at
624 Polk St. Port Townsend, WA 98368
Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Phone: 360-385-5613
Fax: 360-385-4012
Email: jac@olympus.net


Who we are:
We have a strong team of five attorneys, two legal support staff, and one investigator – and we are all committed to advocating for you!
Find your court date
Local court information is available on the Jefferson County, WA website.
Apply for an attorney
Fill out an application to see if you are eligible for public defense.
Log on to Zoom Court
Log-in information for Zoom appearance in District and Superior Court.

Frequently Asked Questions
Local resources
We’ve put together a page of helpful links for dealing with the legal system in Jefferson County — from bail bonds, to navigating the DOL, to finding a local treatment agency.


Know Your Rights
Everyone has basic rights under the U.S. Constitution and civil rights laws. Learn more about how to interact with police, what to do if you’re arrested, and how the DUI process works.

Don’t qualify for a public defender?
You have several options for hiring a lawyer in Port Townsend:
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