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- EIN 91-1629971
- (206) 587-2711
- 1511 3rd Ave Ste 610 Seattle WA 98101-1683 USA
- www.washapp.org
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Causes: Crime & Law, Legal Services, Public Interest Law
Mission: The washington appellate project contracts with the state of washington and the federal government to provide legal representation to indigent persons on appeal.
Programs: The washington appellate project continues to provide constitutionally mandated legal representation to indigent persons in the state and federal appellate courts by appointment from designated governmental administrators. We are dedicated to providing legal counsel and representation in the appellate review of criminal convictions, dependent child proceedings and parental rights terminations, as well as involuntary civil commitments pursuant to rcw 71. 05 and 71. 09. This requires our staff review trial court records, conduct legal research, prepare appropriate legal pleadings and advocate in various forums on behalf of our clients. In 2014, the washington appellate project represented 688 clients. As part of the organization's commitment to providing access to equal justice for all people, no matter their economic status, the project is also a resource for the broader legal community by leading training and education about the organization's work and the importance of equal representation for all citizens.