Campbell Dille Barnett has a strong tradition of excellence in legal services. Let us help you!
I would highly recommend this attorney.Very trustworthy and honest.
- John, a Employment client
Highly Recommended
- K.S., a Real Estate client
Overview
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Fees and Payment Types
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Fees
Contingent (33%), Hourly ($235/hour)
Payment types
Cash, Check, Credit Card
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Contact Information
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Campbell, Dille, Barnett & Smith, P.L.L.C.
317 South Meridian Street
Puyallup, WA 98371
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References
Client Reviews
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Posted by:
John,
2011-05-31
9 months ago.
Client Review:
Our case involved unpaid wages, and Talis did a wonderful job representing us, and being very honest on what we can expect. We would use him again if...
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Posted by:
K.S.,
2009-11-04
over 2 years ago.
Client Review:
Professional, Knowledgeable and down to earth. Thanks Talis for helping us out with our Purchase and Sale Agreement.
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Peer Endorsements
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I endorse this lawyer. Talis and I worked on a contractor dispute, and he did a good job of advocating for his client.
Endorsement from lawyer:
Kenneth Blanford
, Tacoma (WA), About 1 month ago
Talis and I worked on a very complex personal injury wrongful death case together. We were able to successfully resolve the case in large part due...
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Endorsement from lawyer:
John Christensen
, Tacoma (WA), 5 months ago
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Résumé
License
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20 years since Talis Merle Abolins was first licensed to practice law.
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License status |
Year acquired |
Last updated by Avvo |
| Washington |
Active
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1991 |
01/31/2012 |
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
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Work Experience
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| Position |
Duration |
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Partner at
Campbell Dille Barnett & Smith, PLLC
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2007–present
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Associate at
Campbell Dille Barnett & Smith, PLLC
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2005–2007
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Assistant Attorney General, Torts Division at
Washington Attorney General's Office
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2001–2004
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AGO Contracts Work Group, Approval as to Form Subcommittee at
Washington Attorney General's Office
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2003–2003
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Assistant Attorney General, Transp & Public Construction at
Washington Attorney General's Office
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1998–2001
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Assistant Attorney General at
Washington State Attorney General's Office, Criminal Justice Division
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1991–1998
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Education
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| School |
Major |
Degree |
Graduated |
| University of Puget Sound School of Law |
Law |
JD - Juris Doctor |
1991 |
| University of Washington |
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BA - Bachelor of Arts |
1988 |
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Awards
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| Award Name |
Granting Organization |
Date |
| Certificate of Appreciation for Professionalism |
Honorable Vicki L. Hogan, Pierce County Superior Court |
2009 |
| Life Saving Award |
Mountain Rescue Association |
2000 |
| Real Hero, Wilderness Rescue Category |
American Red Cross |
1999 |
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Associations
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Duration |
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Washington State Association for Justice |
2011-present
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| Community Member |
Professional Activities Committee, Good Sam Multicare |
2008-present
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| Executive Board Member |
Puyallup Main Street Association |
2006-present
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Tacoma Pierce County Bar Association |
2005-present
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Washington State Bar Association |
1991-present
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| Member |
Youth Investment Center Advisory Council |
2007-2011
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| Board Member |
Fred Oldfield Center |
2007-2010
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| Member |
Tacoma Pierce County Bar Association, CLE Committee |
2005-2006
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| Board Member |
Valley Football and Cheer Association |
2005-2006
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| Member |
Tacoma Mountain Rescue |
1998-2004
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| Member |
Northwest Trek Advisory Council |
1994-1999
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| Chairman |
Corrections Committee |
1997-1998
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Civil Rights Committee |
1995-1996
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Portfolio
Contribution
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Reputation Level 5
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Speaking Engagements
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| Presentation Name |
Conference |
Date |
| Employment Law, CLE Chair |
Employment Law |
2005 |
| Making Your Record / Preservation of Error for Appeal |
Paralegal Education Seminar |
2004 |
| Federal Practice, CLE Chair |
Federal Practice Made Perfect |
1995 |
| Civil Rights Litigation |
Corrections Seminar |
1995 |
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