Stephen D. Simpson is an associate attorney in Tully Rinckey PLLC’s California office, where he focuses his practice on military law. Prior to joining the firm, he spent nearly eight years on active duty as a Marine Corps judge advocate, focusing on litigation and complex criminal matters. Stephen is uniquely experienced in all aspects of military justice, having served as a prosecutor, defense counsel, as well as victims’ legal counsel. He continues to serve as a Captain in the Marine Corps Reserves.
First stationed overseas in Okinawa, Japan, Stephen had the unique experience as a prosecutor, working not only with military police and federal law enforcement agencies such as NCIS but also with Japanese and Korean law enforcement in a wide variety of complex cases involving sexual assault, child exploitation, and financial crimes. In his time as a defense counsel, he represented officers and enlisted Marines and Sailors in all aspects of military justice, from administrative separation hearings to felony-level general courts-martial. Lastly, as victims’ legal counsel, Stephen represented uniformed service members, their dependents, and Japanese citizens who were victims of sexual assault, domestic violence, and other crimes, protecting their rights throughout the military justice process.
Stephen ended his active duty service onboard Camp Pendleton, the Marine Corps’ largest base and busiest legal center, where he served as a prosecutor and team leader. He continued to litigate complex cases involving drug and weapons trafficking, complex financial fraud, and sexual assault.
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Posted by Lidia | April 18, 2024 | Hired Attorney
Stephen provided exceptional service, demonstrating meticulous attention to detail throughout my case. His expertise in military law was invaluable in securing a favorable outcome. Stephen's personalized care and dedication are commendable, ensuring I received the best representation possible. I h...
Posted by anonymous | April 11, 2024 | Hired Attorney
Stephen D Simpson is a true professional and expert of his craft. I hired Stephen a few months back for assistance and guidance regarding a preliminary investigation from my command and I’m was thoroughly impressed with his knowledge and the guidance he provided. This was the first time I’d ever been...
Posted by anonymous | April 3, 2024 | Hired Attorney
I write this review with profound gratitude and utmost respect for Mr. Simpson, whose expertise in military law and courts-martial is unparalleled. I found myself in need of his services when I was accused of a serious infraction under the Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ) - specifically, Artic...
Posted by anonymous | January 22, 2024 | Hired Attorney
I am writing to express my immense gratitude and admiration for the exceptional legal representation provided by Mr. Simpson in the case of alleged academic misconduct. Thanks to Mr. Simpson's dedication, expertise, and tireless efforts, the allegations against me have been completely dropped, and m...
Posted by Derek | January 18, 2024 | Hired Attorney
I got treated like a 5 star client, so it's only right on this review I give him a 5 star rating. From the beginning, he let it be known they couldn't promise the outcome, but they were going to fight for me. After gathering all the information, his motivation to win this case motivated me even mor...
"Stephen is a highly skilled litigator and military law attorney. His ability to fight and win for his clients is one of the many reasons I endorse Stephen wholeheartedly."
"A tenacious defender and advocate for his clients, and the results he gets for his clients reflect his effort and expertise. I fully endorse this lawyer."
"Creative, thinks outside the box kind of attorney. Has recently performed amazing work for his clients. He has my strongest endorsement."
"Stephen has achieved outstanding results for his military law clients. I highly endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Excellent advocate! Stephen has traveled across the country fighting for justice and remains zealous in pursuit of achieving the best possible outcome for each client. i strongly recommend Steve for any military law matter!"
"I have found him to be one of the best attorneys in the country for military law matters. I strongly recommend him to friends and family!"
"Steve is a fantastic attorney with vast knowledge in the area of military law. His experience and skill allow him to achieve excellent results of his clients. I fully endorse this attorney!"
"Stephen is a great attorney who achieves the highest results for his clients. He is also a great attorney to work with. I endorse this lawyer."
"Stephen has been great to work with! He is attentive and proactive. He has recently obtained extraordinary outcomes for clients who really needed his help. Without reservation, I endorse this lawyer."
"Stephen is the epitome of legal professionalism and ethical conduct. His dedication to the pursuit of justice is unyielding. His meticulous attention to detail never fails to impress. He has a deep understanding of military law, gained not only through study but also from his extensive work experience within the military justice system. Stephen's prior service as a Marine Corps judge advocate has endowed him with a comprehensive understanding of military justice. He has exhibited exceptional skill in myriad complex legal matters. His roles as a prosecutor, defense counsel, and victims' legal counsel have provided him with a well-rounded perspective that has allowed him to approach each case with unique insight and unwavering dedication. Stephen is an outstanding attorney who brings a experience, passion, and ethical practice to his work. His dedication to his clients, his commitment to justice, and his superior legal skill make him an asset to any team."
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2023
Employee of the Month for September 2023, Tully Rinckey PLLC
2015 - 2023
Judge Advocate (Active Duty), U.S. Marine Corps
2024 - Present
American Legion
2022 - Present
Washington State Veterans Bar Association
2014
JD - Juris Doctor
2011
BA - Political Science, Minor in History (Cum Laude)
2024
2023
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