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Michael John Tario

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Michael John Tario
It is easy for an attorney to say how good they are. I have 32 yrs of proven results I can show you!
5.0 star rating
Michael J Tario, Hands Down your BEST Criminal Defence option in Whatcom County!
- Jeff, a Criminal Defense client
5.0 star rating
Tario & Associates do the job right!
- Ray, a Personal Injury client

Overview

Avvo Rating

9.1

Superb

Experience 4.0 star rating
Industry Recognition 3.5 star rating
Professional Conduct 5.0 star rating

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Practice Areas

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  • 40% Personal Injury
    33 years, 2,000 cases
  • 30% Criminal Defense
    33 years, 2,500 cases
  • 10% Medical Malpractice
    27 years, 300 cases
  • 10% Litigation
    33 years, 500 cases
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Fees and Payment Types

Fees

Contingent (33%-40%), Fixed (Sometimes), Free Consultation (45 minutes), Hourly ($240-$275/hour), Retainer (Sometimes)

Payment types

Cash, Check, Credit Card

Contact Information

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  • 360-671-8500

  • Tario & Associates P.S.
    413 South First Street
    Mt. Vernon, WA 98273
    Office: 360-671-8500
    Fax: 360-336-2210
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  • 119 N Commercial St Ste 1000
    Bellingham, WA 98225
    Office: 360-671-8500
    Fax: 360-733-7092
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About Me

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I have been practicing lawfor over 32 years. I have handled over 2,000 personalinjury cases.I focus my practice on personal injury cases and criminal defense.I... more

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Client Reviews

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5 star rating

“Michael J Tario, Hands Down your BEST Criminal Defence option in Whatcom County!”

Posted by: Jeff, almost 2 years ago.

Client Review: Outstanding command of criminal legal issues, derived from years of experience and history of success as Criminal Defense Atty in Bellingham, WA and... more
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“Tario & Associates do the job right!”

Posted by: Ray, almost 2 years ago.

Client Review: I have used the services of Tario & Associates for several matters and have had nothing but excellent results. Michael is tenacious and very well... more
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Peer Endorsements

Endorsements

8 endorsements


Joel Daniel Matteson

A talented trial attorney, Michael’s clients benefit enormously from his more than three decades of successful advocacy. Over the years, Michael has... more

Endorsement from lawyer: Joel Matteson , Bellingham (WA), Over 1 year ago
Christina Elaine King

Michael Tario sets the standard for litigators in Whatcom County. Not only is he one of the most experienced attorneys in the area, but also one of... more

Endorsement from lawyer: Christina King , Bellingham (WA), Over 1 year ago
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Résumé

 

License

32 years since Michael John Tario was first licensed to practice law.

State License status Year acquired Last updated by Avvo
Washington Active 1980 05/19/2012

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

Work Experience

Position Duration
Owner at Tario & Associates P.S. 1980–present
Judge ProTem - Part time at Whatcom County District Court 1982–1983
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Education

School Major Degree Graduated
University of Puget Sound School of Law Law JD - Juris Doctor 1979
University of Wisconsin, Superior Communication MA - Masters - Honors 1976
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Awards

Award Name Granting Organization Date
Member Million Dollar Advocates Forum 2010
Best Attorney in Bellingham to Defend You Bellingham Business Journal 2007

Associations

Position Association Name Duration
Member The Million Dollar Advocates Forum 2010-present
Founding Member Washington Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys 1986-present
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Portfolio

Contribution

Contributor Level 8
Answers: 16 Legal Answers
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0 Answers marked "I agree" by other lawyers
2 Answers marked helpful by other users
Guides: 2 Legal Guides
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Publications

Article Publication Date
Alaska Fishing Boat Murders People Magazine - Interview 1984

Speaking Engagements

Presentation Name Conference Date
Privacy and Eavesdropping O'Reilly Factor - No Spin Zone - Bill O'Reilly - Fox News 2004
The Fourth Amendment and Privacy Interests National Public Radio 2004
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Call for free consultation 360-524-6586 - Also See Our website at : Tariolaw.com

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