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H. Gary Wallis

H. Gary Wallis
Experience 3.5 star rating
Industry Recognition 1.5 star rating
Professional Conduct 5.0 star rating

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This lawyer has been disciplined by a state licensing authority. more

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Overview

Practice Areas

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  • 30% General Practice
    37 years, 1,000 cases
  • 25% Family
    37 years, 1,000 cases
  • 20% Criminal Defense
    37 years, 500 cases
  • 10% Estate Planning
    37 years, 500 cases
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Fees and Payment Types

Fees

Contingent (33%), Free Consultation (15 minutes), Hourly ($200-$250/hour), Retainer (Sometimes)

Payment types

Cash, Check, Credit Card

Contact Information

Languages Spoken

  • French
  • Korean

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Whether youre battling a DUI, a family law matter,or you need a criminal defense attorney, you can count on the compassion and unparalleled legal expertise of... more

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Client Reviews

Average Client Rating


5 star rating

“Trustworthy and Knowledgeable”

Posted by: a DUI client, over 2 years ago.

Client Review: Mr. Wallis handled my case in a very professional and efficient manner. He got my case dismissed and saved me thousands of dollars in court fines.... more
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5 star rating

“Trustworthy and Responsive”

Posted by: a client, over 2 years ago.

Client Review: Mr. Wallis has been my families lawyer for years and we have never had a problem with him at all, I know that if I have any legal issues that come up,... more
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Peer Endorsements

Endorsements

1 endorsement


Carolyn Annette Elsey

I have dealt with Gary over the years. He's unfailingly professional and reasonable while also zealously advocating for his client.

Endorsement from lawyer: Carolyn Elsey , Bonney Lake (WA), About 1 year ago

Résumé

 

License

38 years since H. Gary Wallis was first licensed to practice law.

State License status Year acquired Last updated by Avvo
Washington Active 1975 05/18/2013

This lawyer has been disciplined by a state licensing authority.

State Citation type Year cited Last updated by Avvo
Washington Reprimand 2000 05/18/2013
H.’s comment:
My partner improperly used funds from our Trust Account without my knowledge. I personally replaced the funds which he had taken. The Bar Assoication reprimanded me for failure to properly... more

Work Experience

Position Duration
Attorney at Law Office of H. Gary Wallis 1975–present
Criminal Investigations Division (CID) at United States Army 1967–1969

Education

School Major Degree Graduated
Seattle University School of Law Law JD - Juris Doctor 1994
University of Puget Sound School of Law Law JD - Juris Doctor 1975
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Associations

Position Association Name Duration
Member Tacoma Pierce County Bar Association 1975–present
Member Washington State Bar Association 1975–present