State Years

Washington - WA 31 years

Oregon - OR 20 years
Licensed for 31 years

State WA

Acquired 1991

Status
Active No misconduct found
Licensed for 20 years

State OR

Acquired 2002

Status
Resigned No misconduct found

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

Tyler K Firkins

Personal injury Attorney at Auburn, WA

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Top Notch

Tyler got me a PI settlement 4 times (400%) over the "final and best offer" I had received to settle. He kicked the insurance company butt in trial and then kicked it again with a post trial motion that got me even more money. Since, I always get savvy, common sense advice. No BS, just the truth, even when I didn't like what he told me. If you want someone to tell you what you want to hear, go somewhere else. If you want an aggressive, smart attorney who gives it to you straight, use Tyler Firkins.

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Practice areas

Personal injury

75%

32 years, 2,000 cases
Employment and labor

15%

32 years, 1,500 cases
Civil rights

10%

32 years, 1,000 cases

Tyler K. Firkins is a partner in the firm of Van Siclen, Stocks & Firkins. Tyler was admitted to practice in 1991. Tyler received his J.D. from UPS Law School in 1991. He received his B.S. from the Univ. of Washington in 1985. Tyler’s practice emphasizes representation of individuals against corporations and governmental entities in the areas of wrongful death, personal injury, medical malpractice, and employment law. Tyler has handled many high profile cases, including the landmark cases of Federal Way School Dist. No. 210 v. Vinson, 172 756 (2011) and Bellevue John Does 1-11 v. Bellevue School Dist. #405,164 199 (2008). Tyler successfully prosecuted a case in which the largest award of sanctions in state history was affirmed on appeal in Roberson v. Perez, 123 . 320 (2004).

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Tyler K Firkins

(253) 259-3961 Office

721 45th St NE

Auburn, WA, 98002

vansiclen.com

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Tyler K Firkins

(253) 259-3961 Office

721 45th St Ne

Auburn, WA, 98002-1303

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4.2 / 5.0

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Posted by anonymous | June 18, 2007

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Posted by anonymous | June 10, 2007

Excellent

Tyler is an excellent lawyer with unmatched results.

Posted by anonymous | June 8, 2007

Client Review

Tyler is tough, fair, and he knows his stuff. He won't let people in positions of authority get away with wrongdoing, and he fights for people who are doing good things in their life. He's a straight shooter who won't waste your time but will cut to the heart of the matter so you can get on with your life. His knowledge of education law make him someone you will want on your side, should you find yourself in a battle against 'the system.'

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Posted by anonymous | June 6, 2007

The Best in the NW Legal Assistant

Tyler is a serious man with a great sense of humor!!!! Tyler's a family man who extends his careing heart from family to his career and clients. I went to Tyler knowing no better, but wouldn't hesitate one bit in using him again should I ever need representation. He won me a million dollar settlement making me a VERY please client. Thanks again, Tyler!!!!

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Posted by anonymous | March 1, 2021

Had a consult with Tyler

Must be a very old pic he looks different in person. This guy is super aggressive and off the chain somewhat. Said he was taking the case and then it took 4 months to realize he was stalling and decided against it for whatever reason. Do yourself a favor and keep looking.

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AVVO RATING 9.7 (Superb)

Work Experience

Partner
Van Siclen, Stocks & Firkins
1994 - Present

Owner
Law Offices of Tyler K. Firkins
1991 - Present

Legal Cases

Vinson v. Federal Way School District
Supreme Court Victory

Bellevue John Does v. Bellevue School District
Supreme Court Victory

Associations

Washington Employment Lawyers Association
2012 - Present

Tacoma Pierce County Bar Association
2004 - Present

Washington State Trial Lawyers Association
1994 - Present

South King County Bar Association
1994 - Present

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Honors and Awards

Super Lawyer
Super Lawyers
2021

Super Lawyer
Super Lawyers
2020

Super Lawyer
Washington Law & Politics Magazine
2018

Super Lawyer
Law & Politics
2012

Top Attorneys
Seattle Metropolitan Magagzine
2012

Recruiting Partner
2007

Juris Doctor
1991

Bachelor of Arts in Political Science
1985

Top 100 Trial Lawyers
National Trial Lawyers
N/A

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Publications

Trial News
Tegman: Segregate This!
2006

Speaking Engagements

Not Above the Law
Suing the Government
2006

Issues in Public Disclosure
Public Records Act
2005

Attorney endorsements

Received (13)

Given (8)

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Patricia Steele

Unknown Attorney | Jul 07
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

Michael Waddington

Criminal defense Attorney | Jun 12
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Tyler. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

Deborah Gordon

Criminal defense Attorney | Jan 23
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

Christopher Benson

Personal injury Attorney | Aug 01
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Tyler has a reputation in the legal community as an excellent lawyer with extensive trial experience"

Theresa Buchner

Medical malpractice Attorney | Apr 10
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Our office has referred several medical negligence cases to Mr. Firkins, and the clients always seem to be very pleased with the outcome."

Thomas Campbell

Criminal defense Attorney | Nov 27
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

Steven Weier

Car accident Attorney | Jan 19
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have worked with Tyler as co-counsel on a few cases. He is articulate and well versed in the law. I have also sent him conflict cases and he has performed admirably."

Justin Walsh

Privacy Attorney | May 05
Relationship: Other

"I have seen the briefing that Mr. Firkins can produce, and I can whole heartedly say that it has helped law in this state in a manner that is well reasoned and to the benefit of his clients. I highly recommend him."

Michael Zoretic

Personal injury Attorney | Jan 28
Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer's work. Tyler is a smart, hard-working and principled attorney who consistently seeks the best outcome for his clients."

Joseph Baker

Litigation Attorney | Jan 17
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Tyler is great attorney. The wealth of knowledge he possess on a wide variety of legal issues is nothing short of astonishing. I would highly recommend him to any friend, foe, family member or stranger."

Michael Kelly

Personal injury Attorney | Jun 06
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I strongly endorse this lawyer. Tyler is an aggressive, hard-working advocate for each and every client."

John Stocks

Wrongful death Attorney | Jun 06
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. He works with an aggresive, comprehensive team modeled after his style, which achieves the highest and rewarding results for his clients. Tyler is often regarded by his peers as one of the best personal injury trial lawyers in the State."