Celia Lesh - Olympia, WA
Attorney at Garguile DUI & Traffic Lawyers
Criminal Defense Lawyers in Olympia, WA
15111 105th Ave Ct E Office #2 Olympia, WA 98501
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Olympia Criminal Defense Lawyer
Updated: 08/26/2026
Areas of Practice
- Criminal Defense 34%
- Speeding and Traffic Tickets 33%
- DUI and DWI 33%
Attorney Information
Overview
For most people, a stable life relies on three things: family, finances, and freedom. Facing a criminal charge or a major traffic infraction can suddenly jeopardize those priorities. As a dedicated advocate at Garguile DUI & Traffic Lawyers, Celia Lesh focuses her practice on protecting her clients' futures, their licenses, and their peace of mind. Celia works hard to ensure that every single one of her clients feels comfortable, heard, and fiercely protected during one of the most stressful chapters of their life.
Celia’s passion for legal defense began early. As a young student in Whatcom County, Washington, she spent her free time observing local criminal proceedings. Enamored by the legal arguments and driven by deep empathy for the accused, Celia knew her calling was to defend individuals caught in the legal system. Today, she brings her unstoppable commitment to every criminal and traffic case she handles, possessing a unique ability to see the best in people and to present their story accordingly.
A high-achiever from the start, Celia graduated from the University of Washington at age 19 with a double major in Law, Societies, & Justice and Sociology. After gaining valuable experience in the business sector, building a brand identity and global supply chains, she earned her Juris Doctorate from the University of Massachusetts School of Law. Before joining the powerhouse team at Garguile DUI & Traffic Lawyers, Celia honed her courtroom skills across the legal spectrum—working with the Federal Public Defenders, Thurston County Public Defense, and three prominent private criminal defense firms. Celia knows how the prosecution thinks, and she knows how to find the flaws in their case.
Outside the courtroom, Celia stays connected to her Pacific Northwest roots. She is an avid runner, hiker, and camper—often with her dog leading the way on the trails—and enjoys spending time with friends, baking desserts, and creating intricate three-dimensional cards.
If you are facing a DUI charge or a traffic ticket in Western Washington, Celia Lesh and the experienced team at Garguile DUI & Traffic Lawyers are here to protect your license, minimize the consequences, and take the anxiety out of the legal process.
Awards and Honors
Honors
- DWI Detection & Standardized Field Sobriety Testing - DUI Defense Lawyers Association, 2026
- Forensic Chromatography XXXIV: Theory & Practice - Axion Training Institute, 2025
- Criminal Defense Training Academy - Washington State Office of Public Defense, 2023
- Lawyer Spotlight - Thurston County Bar Association, 2023
- Dean’s List Scholarship Status Honoring High Achieving Students - University of Washington, 2016
- Outstanding Honors Society Student - Alpha Kappa Delta International Sociology Honors Society, 2016
- Dean’s List Scholar Honoring High Achieving Students - Whatcom Community College, 2014
Education
Legal Education
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University of Massachusetts School of Law - Dartmouth,
Dartmouth,
Massachusetts, 2021
J.D.
Honors: NA
Non Legal Education
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University of Washington,
Seattle,
Washington, 2016
B.A., Bachelor of Arts
Honors: NA
Honors: Dean's List
Major: Double major in Law Societies, & Justice, and Sociology
Current Employment Position(s)
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Defense Attorney
Past Positions
- Thurston County Public Defense, Criminal Law Public Defense Attorney II, District Court Unit, 2022 - 2025
- Tamari G. Kovach Attorney at Law, Criminal Defense & Family Law Legal Intern, 2021
- Justice Bridge Legal Center, Pro Bono Civil Law Legal Intern, 2022
- Michael P. Brodsky Attorney at Law, Criminal Defense Legal Intern, 2017 - 2018
- Federal Public Defender, Federal Criminal Defense Legal Intern, 2016
- Roots and All (Subsidiary of Bramble Berry Inc.), Global Supply Chain & Compliance Manager, Head of Marketing, 2017
Languages
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English (Primary)
Published Works
Articles
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The Particularity Requirement Research Paper, University of Massachusetts, School of Law, 2020
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The Importance of Effective Listening for Effective Leading Research Paper, University of Massachusetts, School of Law, 2021
Bar Admissions
- Washington, 2022
Other Affiliations
- Washington State Bar Association, 2022 - Present (Member)
- Washington State Bar Association, Criminal Law Section, 2025 - Present (Criminal Law Section Member)
- Thurston County Bar Association, 2022 - 2025 (Member)
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Contact
15111 105th Ave Ct E
Office #2
Olympia, WA 98501
Fax Number: (253) 295-9363
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