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When you call - You'll speak to me directly!. Murphy's Law Offices provides aggressive, personalized & affordable legal representation for your Criminal/DUI, Drug, Forfeiture and Accident matters. We serve the citizens of the state of Washington against oppressive government bodies and insurance companies to get you the best results.

Tough and aggressive in the courtroom, yet approachable and open to his client, Michael Austin Stewart is one of the most skilled and sought-after criminal defense attorneys in the Tacoma area. Michael has over 20 years of experience working both in and out of courtrooms in Pierce, King, Thurston, and Kitsap counties, with clients of all backgrounds and ages. Michael practices Criminal Law, DUI Defense, Drug Defense, and Personal Injury Law. He has successfully defended clients in cases ranging from minor misdemeanors to homicide and pours his time and heart into each one. Treating each client with equal respect and understanding is the framework of Michael’s practice. He stands for fairness and justice and will fight for the best possible outcome for his clients while including the client in every decision along the way.. I want my clients to have the opportunity to get past the tough times and get back to pursuing thier life, family and faith.

Tim Lewis joined Puget Law Group in September 2021. Tim is a former prosecutor with nearly 20 years of courtroom experience. He has tried over 100 jury trials involving charges ranging from simple misdemeanors to the most serious felonies.. Tim grew up in a military family before attending the University of Washington and University of Iowa College of Law. After completing law school, Tim began his career as deputy prosecuting attorney. During his career as a prosecutor, Tim served as Team Chief of the Property Crimes Unit, the Fugitive and Extraditions Unit, the Special Assault Unit, Chief of the Misdemeanor Division, and Chief of the Felony Division. Tim also spent time supervising the misdemeanor team of attorneys in District Court.. In addition to his experience as a trial attorney, Tim is an active member of the Kitsap and Pierce County Bar Associations. Tim has also served as a Pro Tem Judge in the municipal courts of Lakewood, Bremerton, Gig Harbor, and Buckley.

There are few attorneys in the Pacific Northwest who possess as much knowledge and experience in the field of elder law as Eileen Peterson. In fact, she is the only attorney in Pierce County certified as an Elder Law Attorney by the National Elder Law Foundation since the program began in 1994.. Eileen has also served as Chair of the Guardianship Task Force for WSBA Elder Law Section from 2007-2013 and was the recipient of the WSBA Elder Law Exceptional Service Award in 2009. She is a frequent speaker and presenter on a wide range of topics including elder law, guardianship, estate planning, and charitable giving.. Her current area of practice includes all types of estate planning, including trusts and estates, probate, elder law, guardianship, and court-supervised trusts. She also has extensive experience in the more complex area of estate planning and succession planning for disabled persons. She has a passion for creating solutions that work for unique problems her clients come to her to solve.. Eileen was born in Tacoma and appreciates the Pierce County community. She loves to read, quilt, cardio-dancing, gardening, and travel.

The Law Office of David B. Vail was founded on July 1, 1977. David B. Vail established the firm in response to the plight of the injured and disabled. Since 1977, the firm has remained dedicated to being a voice for those unable to advocate for themselves. Our practice specializes in workers’ compensation claims, social security disability claims, and personal injury cases.. The Law Office of David B. Vail and Associates has developed a reputation for taking on the complex cases that other law firms turn away. David built his firm on the philosophy that he and his employees pursue for each client the benefits and compensation they are entitled to. The firm’s philosophy is based on the desire for each client to survive financially and emotionally. Each employee is dedicated to exhausting all avenues when advocating for our clients. David’s ability to see beyond the obvious has helped establish his reputation for thinking outside the box.

Steven D. Weier:          Attorney / CPA. AWARD WINNING PERSONAL INJURY ATTORNEY:. See Reviews and Awards section for more details.. Direct contact:. Steven Weier received his BA in Business Administration with a major in Accounting and a minor in Economics in 1985.   After working in corporate management for a number of years, he passed the Uniform CPA exam in 1987.   Steven attended lawschool at the University of Puget Sound and graduated in 1992.   After passing the Washington State Bar Exam on the first try, Steven spent several years gaining valuable experience in public accounting and then later in personal injury litigation.   Following several years as a litigator for a downtown Seattle personal injury firm. Steven opened his own practice in Auburn in 1997 and then expanded to a larger office space in Tukwila in 2013.   Wanting to focus on customer relations and customer service, Steven founded the practice on the simple guiding principle: “Do the Right thing, Always.”   Starting out as a one-man firm, Steven’s enthusiasm and willingness to represent the “little guy” quickly established the firm in the south King County area.  With no advertising budget, the firm grew by word of mouth and referrals.   Still growing, the firm clings to the original focus that customer service is of prime importance.   Going the extra mile is still the norm, and each of our clients is treated with respect and personal worth.. Steven’s willingness to take cases to trial, even small cases, has earned him a reputation as a serious litigator.  With an attitude that every case is treated like our biggest case, Steven has attained an exceptionally high win-rate in trial.   That willingness to take all our cases seriously extends throughout the whole firm.  With a tell-it-like-it-is approach, Steven Weier gives his clients the real picture of the case, and assists them in making the best possible choices for their particular situation.. Managing a state-of-the-art firm and keeping up with technology helps keep the firm efficient and growing.  With his “every client should feel like they are our most important client” attitude, it is easy to see why clients refer their friends and family to him.   Steven believes that leading by example is one of the basic foundations of good management.  His firm is an extension of his core beliefs and that basic guiding principle: “Do the Right Thing, Always.”    Down to earth and honest, the best way to evaluate his firm is to meet him through a no-charge consultation.

Small, Snell, Weiss & Comfort. Hi, I am a Seattle native with a BA from the UW and Juris Doctor, cum laude 1990 from UPS Law (Now Seattle U School of Law), where I was an Associate Law Review Editor. Martindale AV rated, I've been honored to represent injured and disheartened people at Small, Snell, Weiss & Comfort since 1990. I served as 2009-2010 President of the Tacoma/Pierce County Bar Association, frequent trustee for the TPCBA, trustee and Treasurer for Brooklake Community Church, and chair of the Lawyer/Chiropractor Committee, chaired WSTLA Workers Comp Section.. A frequent lecturer, I am published in WSAJ’s Automobile Accident Litigation Deskbook, Workers' Comp Deskbook and Pleadings and Practice Handbook. Served Executive Board of Robert J. Bryan Platinum Inn of Court and previous Programs Chair. Often serve as a civil arbitrator for King, Pierce, Snohomish, Kitsap and Thurston Counties. Expert witness on esoteric workers comp issues. Special Assistant Attorney General on assigned third party injury cases. I enjoy vintage rides and traveling with my friends and three adult kids.. I am a lawyer and a dad who likes unique and antique vehicles, gardening and travel.

Senator “Austin” Ansingh earned his law degree from Seattle University School of Law. Seattle University has a strong commitment to educating its students on the values of social justice. Austin shares the values of social justice and the protection of individual rights, which led him down the path to becoming a criminal defense attorney. This commitment to justice motivates Austin to fight for his clients.. Austin graduated from Grand Valley State University in Grand Rapids, Michigan, with a double major in Marketing and Finance. After graduation, Austin quickly realized that he had a desire to help people in a way that working in business field could not fulfill. His desire to fight for justice and to work directly with people and communities led him to law school. Austin chose Seattle University because of their commitment to social justice and his desire to practice in Washington State.. During Law School, Austin worked as an intern for a private criminal defense attorney in Seattle. There he gained valuable criminal law experience. He conducted extensive legal research and drafted numerous motions relating to issues such as suppression of evidence, invalid search and seizures, invalid warrants, and more.. Before becoming an attorney at Durflinger Oliver, Austin worked in Pierce County as a family law attorney. Through this practice he was able to further hone his skills in litigation, negotiations, legal research, and writing. These skills in addition to his keen analytical mind strengthened by years of rigorous legal research and writing make him formidable in negotiations and the courtroom. Austin’s pleasant demeanor, organization, and candor when evaluating and resolving cases make him popular with clients and court staff.. When Austin isn’t in court or preparing for court, he can often be found on the basketball court or adventuring throughout the Pacific Northwest with his rescue dog, Wally.

Sean is the Managing Partner for the South Sound Offices of GLP Attorneys. Throughout the 28 years of his practice, Sean has represented victims of premise liability, common carrier accidents, defective products, pedestrian accidents and vehicle collisions. Sean’s commitment to victims’ rights is demonstrated by the endless efforts he undertakes to understand the circumstances of each claim and the extent of injuries and damages sustained by his clients. At GLP, we limit our representation to assisting people who have been injured by a wrongdoer. This practice focus gives us a wealth of experience in handling the wide range of issues injured victims face.. Sean earned his Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from Seattle University in May of 1987. In 1990 he received his Juris Doctorate from the University of Puget Sound (now known as Seattle University) School of Law.

My practice primarily involves workers compensation, including both Washington State Labor & Industries and Federal Longshore and Harbor Workers compensation claims, including Non-appropriated fund and DBA claims. I also represent plaintiffs in personal injury actions involving work site accidents, including those on the waterfront.. I graduated from UC San Diego, and went to law school at University of Puget Sound. I have been with Welch & Condon since my law school days. I have been licensed to practice in Washington since 1988. I am a member of the Washington State Bar Association, Tacoma-Pierce County Bar Association, the Worker's Injury Law & Advocacy Group (WILG), the American Association for Justice (AAJ) and am an Eagle member of the Washington State Association for Justice (WSAJ) I am active on Legislative issues involving workers compensation in Washington, and stay connected to issues which affect injured workers both locally and nationally.. My time outside the office is spent with my husband, our big dogs, our four kids, and our ever growing family.

Ms. Reck has been dedicated to representing Washington State’s injured workers with a special focus on trial advocacy since 2006. Her law firm, Reck Law - Workers' Compensation Attorneys is 100% focused on plaintiff representation in L&I claim and self-insured employer claim matters in Washington State. Throughout her legal career, Mrs. Reck has been a vocal advocate for work injury claimants. She is a regular speaker at workers' compensation conferences and she regularly publishes opinions and articles to benefit work injury victims. She is a member in good standing with the Washington State Bar Association and Washington State Association for Justice.  Ms. Reck enjoys diverse outdoor activities, both in the Pacific Northwest and around the world.

Micah LeBank focuses on reprsenting individuals and families who have been seriously injured or killed by dangerous products, government and corporate wrongdoing, insurance bad faith, medical negligence, serious sports injuries, and other misconduct and negligence.  Micah is a passionate advocate for his clients and has achieved significant verdicts and settlements in a variety of complex personal injury, civil rights, and insurance bad faith cases in state and federal courts.  He is a graduate of Gonzaga University School of Law.  Micah has been selected by the National Trial Lawyers, a professional organization comprised of America's top young trial attorneys, as the Top Forty Under 40 and by Washington Law and Politics as a Rising Star in Washington State each year since 2008.  Micah is a member of the Washington State Association for Justice.  Micah, his wife Jenny, and their sons Russell & Benham are Northwest natives and enjoy skiing, hiking, biking, and sailing.

Matthew White is one of the founders of South Sound Law Group, along with his father, William White and his sister, Erin White. As a family owned and run law firm, South Sound Law Group does things a bit differently, and it shows, as they have a reputation in the community for caring, effective, and lasting advocacy.. Although the main office is located in Tacoma, WA, Matt and the rest of the team at South Sound Law Group regularly handle both criminal and civil matters all over western Washington.. Matt represents Washington residents, as well as visitors, tourists, and military members, on a full range of criminal offenses - DUI, assault, domestic violence, drug possession, theft, and firearm violations. He was recently named a Top 40 under 40 in Washington for criminal defense by The National Trial Lawyers.. Matt is also known as one of the top speeding ticket and traffic ticket attorneys around. He regularly defends clients in District Courts and Municipal Courts throughout Washington.. He also represents people on a range of serious injury accident suits including, but not limited to, motor vehicles, busses, commercial vehicles, motorcycles, bicycles, and pedestrian accidents. He also provides legal services for vacating criminal convictions, restoring firearm rights, protection orders and anti-harassment orders, and wrongful convictions suits.. Any client that works with Matt understands his passion and tenacity for helping people. Matt brings a strong combination of knowledge, experience, and a calm demeanor that puts his clients at ease knowing that he's got their case under control and will work tirelessly to obtain the best result possible for them.. Matt is a big northwest sports fan, outdoor enthusiast, avid traveler, music lover, and enjoys a great local brewery. He enjoys the great pleasure of working with his family and continuing to build to a legacy of a law firm and family that truly cares about its clients and fights for them.

Kelly LeBlanc has been practicing law for over 35 years.  She has been admitted to practice in five (5) jurisdictions and appeared on behalf of litigants at the state and federal level.   She served as an Administrative Health Law Judge with the Department of Health and worked as a Guardian ad Litem (GAL) in Pierce County many years before joining Envision Family Law Group as Senior Counsel.  When the Court was faced with particularly difficult cases, Kelly was often designated to investigate and provide recommendations on how best to protect the interests of the child(ren) involved.. As a GAL, Kelly served as the court’s designated expert in hundreds of cases relating to child custody.  She was routinely subject to cross-examination in contested family law proceedings and experienced trial tactics by dozens of her colleagues both as a witness and advocate.   While serving as a Health Law Judge for the Department of Health, Kelly presided over licensing and disciplinary proceedings involving medical doctors, dentists, therapists and other health care providers facing charges under the Uniform Disciplinary Act.  In this role, Kelly was charged with the responsibility for making evidentiary rulings and ensuring fairness and integrity in conduct of proceedings.. Kelly has not only experienced what it feels like from the witness box, she has also experienced the challenges facing the fact finders in judicial proceedings.  Thus, Kelly understands the importance of preparing cases in a way that will afford her the ability to defend her work and recommendations down to the smallest detail and her experience as GAL provides her with a unique vantage point, or “head start”, from which to prepare her own clients.. When Kelly is in the courtroom, she dominates with her smart, direct and thorough legal arguments while maintaining the utmost professionalism.   Kelly tempers her natural perfectionism with efficiency, yet takes the time to ensure that her clients are well-informed throughout each aspect of the case.  Her skill and work ethic is widely respected within the legal community.  While serving as a neutral investigator, Kelly established herself as someone who could be trusted and along with that, developed good rapport with the Judges, Commissioners, and supporting staff.   Kelly has a wide range of experience which helps her formulate arguments, theories, and themes that resonate with the Court.   Kelly has a deep understanding of the issues confronting families during divorce and custody cases and can provide seasoned advice on how to address concerns with domestic violence, chemical dependency, or complex medical or mental health issues.  She has in-depth knowledge of programs and resources available through DSHS, JBLM Family Advocacy and a well-developed network of private resources who provide support and assistance for families and children facing difficult times.. Kelly and her husband came to Washington in 1995.  They have had the joy (“most of the time,” says Kelly) of raising six children but are now "empty nesters" and grandparents!  Three of her children still reside here in Washington so that made the transition from "full house" to a "much roomier (and generally cleaner) one" a little easier.   Kelly and her husband both enjoy cooking though she admits: “I like cooking even more when he does it.” During her leisure time, she loves hosting family and friends at social gatherings or taking off to go camping.  She also enjoys running, hiking, bicycling, hanging out with friends, and simply relaxing with a good book when she’s not working.. Don't forget to ask about Kelly's special reduced rates for active duty military members!

James B. Feldman is an experienced trial and criminal defense attorney in Pierce, King, Kitsap and Thurston counties Tacoma and other areas of Western Washington. He is a graduate of the College of the University of Chicago and the University of Puget Sound School of Law.  For thirty years, he has been fighting to protect the rights of people accused of crimes both misdemeanors and felonies including dui, domestic violence, property crimes, fraud and murder.. He is a member in good standing of the Washington State Bar Association, The Federal Bar of the Western District of Washington, the Washington Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, and the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers.   He takes the time to listen to you and prepare your case well.  His personal service and knowledge of area courts have given him a proven track record of successful outcomes for his clients.

It's essential to get a good sense of what we're all about. Beyond being aware of what type of law we practice, defining who we are is just as important. Obviously, selecting a criminal defense attorney is a critical decision. A firm with experience is, no doubt, a must have – however, it's crucial to work with a firm you're comfortable with, and have the utmost confidence in.. We believe that the Blanford Law attitude and approach set us apart. And, our owner and lead attorney, Ken Blanford, exemplifies the essence of the firm. Put simply, Ken is passionate about connecting with clients on a personal level. He fosters relationships without assumptions, without preconceived notions, and he focuses on establishing a deep rapport with every individual he represents.. Taking the lead from Ken, we are a firm where what you see is what you get – in the best sense of the phrase. We are no-nonsense and relentless, yet we maintain pride in being fair and honest. Maybe opposite of what you're prepared to expect from attorneys, here at Blanford Law we're great listeners instead of fast talkers – that's just who we are.. With over 10 years of defense experience, Blanford Law represents clients across Washington: King, Pierce, Kitsap, Kittitas, Jefferson, Thurston, Snohomish, Yakima, Lewis, Island, Cowlitz, Clallam, Chelan, Grant, Whitman, Walla-Walla, Skamania, Clark, Grays Harbor, Okanogan, Spokane, Skagit and Mason Counties, as well as Seattle and Tacoma Federal District Court.

I started out as an intern in 1987, and found that I really enjoyed helping injured workers through what can be a confusing and frustrating process. I became an associate in 1989, a partner in 1994, and senior partner in 2018.

I served in the United States Marine Corps an received Honorable Discharge from the Marine in 1995. I became an attorney in 2004 and have been practicing criminal Law ever since.  I enjoy helping people navigate their way throught a legal system that many deem broken.  I am committed to understanding the clients wants and needs.

I served as a JAG on active duty in the Army from 2004 until 2012.  I served as a military defense counsel for 3 years, as a military prosecutor for 2 years, and as 1 of 15 Army Special Victim Prosecutors for 2 years.  Prior to litigating military courts-martial, I served as a part time military magistrate and made determinations as to probable cause search authorizations and command decisions to place military members in pretrial confinement.  Since 2012, I have been exclusively defending military courts-martial in private practice and have represented military members in the Air Force, Army, Navy, Marine Corps, and the Coast Guard.  I devote the majority of my practice to investigations and defense of allegations of sexual assault.

I run specialized practice helping all sorts of small businesses and individuals with whatever problems they may have from thier daily transactions to full press Federal litigation, and everywhere in between.  I also have an extensive background in copyright, trademark and entertainement, making me a great resource for artists, venues, and anyone else in those fields or associated with them.

I have had the pleasure of working with the same Tacoma law firm since my admission to the Washington State Bar Association in 1976. Our firm, Troup, Christnacht, Ladenburg, McKasy & Durkin, Inc. P.S., has developed a reputation for dedicated and professional representation of injured clients. We have successfully tackled some of the largest companies in the country as defendants and would be happpy to be of service to you.

I have been helping injured people for 24 years on thousands of personal injury,workers compensation and social security disability cases. I worked with my father H. Frank Stubbs who practiced over 50 years helping iinjury victims and I have taken over his practice and am carrying on the work helping injured people with their problems. Come see me for a free consultation. Let me fight for you and get you the best result possible on your consultation. BBB A+ Rating.  Bryan Stubbs

I am committed to providing legal services and obtaining justice for individuals who have been harmed or injured due to the negligence of others or harmed or injured while working.  In my office, we believe in the dignity of the individual and will not turn someone away merely for financial reasons.  We strive to provide this service in an honest, professional and direct manner and will conduct ourselves with the highest level of integrity and professionalism when dealing with clients, the court system, opposing attorneys and the public. I believe in the truth: in embracing it and honoring it and not trying to hide it or change it.  I believe the practice of law is a noble profession and will strive to show all who observe us why we are worthy of their trust.

I am the owner and managing attorney for Pacific Point Defense. The firm focuses on criminal law and personal injury. I have handled everything from complex second strike cases to simple misdemeanors, though most of my practice is devoted to DUIs.  I enjoy my line of work immensely and love to take on a new challenging case.  I pride myself on being a thorough and effective negotiator and an accessible counselor. Before going into private practice, I gained invaluable experience as a public defender. I am a trial attorne to my core. There is no leverage in negotiating a case if an attorney doesn't understand what the implications of trial would be and isn't prepared to take the case all the way if necessary.

I am the Founder and Managing Attorney of NextLaw PLLC in Tacoma. Prior to that, I founded and served as CEO of Puget Law Group LLP for over a decade, leading it to become the largest Criminal and Injury law firm in the Pacific Northwest, if not the West Coast. I am a former prosecuting attorney with nearly twenty years' experience handling DUI and other criminal cases in the Puget Sound area and beyond. I went to law school with the goal of becoming a prosecutor and began my legal career with the Skagit County Prosecutor's Office, where I handled several jury trials before graduating cum laude from Seattle University School of Law in 2005. After passing the Bar, I continued working as a prosecutor for several years in Federal Way and Pierce County, handling hundreds of DUI and criminal cases.. Over time I realized that, despite a high percentage of success at trial, I was more interested in helping people than I was in prosecuting them. I left the prosecutor's office in 2010 and went into private practice with Park Chenaur, a Personal Injury firm, where I handled both criminal defense and personal injury cases. In 2013, I went out on my own to start my own firm, Gerl Law PLLC. In 2016 I rebranded as Puget Law Group.. In 2019, Puget Law Group became a partnership, with a goal to develop a Personal Injury practice alongside our Criminal Defense practice.. Over the next five years, I led PLG to become the fastest growing Criminal and Injury Law Firm in America (Inc. 5000, Law Firm 500) and the fastest growing law firm of any kind in Washington state. For the past few years we've been listed among the Inc. 5000 "Fastest Growing Companies in America," the Puget Sound Business Journal's "Fastest Growing Private Companies in Washington," and Law Firm 500's "Fastest Growing Law Firms in America." Under my leadership, we were voted "Best in the PNW" in four categories by the Seattle Times.. In January 2024 I left PLG to found NextLaw PLLC. Specializing in the same practice areas as before, but with a renewed focus on and commitment toward the client experience.. I am a member of the Washington State Bar Association and Tacoma-Pierce County Bar Association. I am licensed to practice law in courts throughout Washington in both State and Federal Court.. In my spare time I enjoys sports, cars, graphic design, barbecuing, and being dad to three boys aged 16, 10, and 4.