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Thomas Martin Morningstar
About Thomas
Biography
I am a people person at heart. If you need assistance, give me a call and see how I can help put my experience on your side.
Practice Areas
13
Practice Areas
Bankruptcy and Debt
25%
35 years
Foreclosure
25%
15 years | 40 cases
Debt Collection
20%
35 years | 200 cases
Litigation
20%
38 years | 5,000 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Contingency
33%-40%
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in Washington for 14 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 2011
No misconduct found
Licensed in Oregon for 31 years
State: Oregon
Acquired: 1994
No misconduct found
Licensed in California for 37 years
State: California
Acquired: 1988
No misconduct found
Location
THOMAS MORNINGSTAR
12535 15th Avenue NE, Suite 214, Seattle, WA, 98125
Washington Debt Law, PLLC
1612 4th Street, Marysville, WA, 98270
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Thomas Martin Morningstar's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 8 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Traci | July 13, 2021 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Excellent and correct advice!
I had a question on here. He took the time to answer very detailed and all correct and great information. I would definitely recommend hiring him he will win!
Posted by Patricia | August 7, 2020 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
So helpful and friendly
I'm trying to help my mom from predatory landlords and Mr. Morningstar gave multiple resources to help us fight. He took time to get web addresses, phone #s and so many references to help. He is very knowledgeable, friendly and fair. I would recommend his services. Thank you so much for taking the...
Posted by Hollee | February 20, 2019 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Beyond Our Expectations - Very Happy with Consult
Mr. Morningstar was exceptionally informative, knowledgeable, thorough and caring. My elderly mother and I who are both handicapped have been going through a horrible slumlord situation for years, and feeling very helpless and alone after contacting every known person and organization with no specif...
Posted by Norma | February 11, 2015
Tom Morningstar
I would recommend Tom Morningstar to anyone in need of an attorney. He is intelligent, diligent and will always provide his clients with honesty and good service. He has provided advice on a variety of topics for me over a lengthy period of time. I trust him completely.
Posted by chris | February 3, 2015
outstanding
Any time the average person has to deal in the American judicial system, it is extremely stressful and usually unwelcome. Thomas Morningstar has figured out a way to work in a manor that greatly reduces that unwelcome stress. Through his knowledge and dedication to me as his client. Thomas Morningsta...
Thomas Martin Morningstar's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Morningstar is a very knowledgeable and effective advocate for his clients."
"Mr. Morningstar is one of the most knowledgeable members of his field, and a zealous advocate for his client while still being cordial and polite."
"Tom is a fantastic lawyer! He is extremely knowledgeable and does high quality legal work. I endorse him."
"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
"I have volunteered with Mr. Morningstar at the King County Housing Justice Project. Mr. Morningstar is a very experienced attorney who has a great, professional courtroom demeanor. I would highly recommend him for any landlord / tenant matters."
"An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community, I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone looking for a lawyer who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of his clients and getting them the most favorable result possible."
"Mr. Morningstar served as opposing counsel on a matter through the Housing Justice Project. I found Mr. Morningstar to be incredibly professional, knowledgeable, and very respectful. He represented his clients ethically and with zeal. I would recommend Mr. Morningstar anytime."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Mr. Morningstar is a fantastic attorney who's understanding of landlord-tenant law and its application is on the highest level. I have had the opportunity to work both with and against Mr. Morningstar and I can say from first hand experience that he is one of the finest landlord-tenant attorneys in the Puget Sound Region. Mr. Morningstar possesses the unique ability and patience to explain complex issues and ideas in a straight forward and easy to follow manner. An excellent negotiator and advocate, Mr. Morngingstar is a guy you would want in your corner."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Morningstar is a highly distinguished attorney with great knowledge across multiple states. He is very able to ascertain the particular issues of a case and move to resolve them."
"Thomas Morningstar is insightful, possessing the ability to zero in on the true issue for any situation. Being both highly organized and focused provides him with the ability to spot issues or defenses missed by many. I personally rely upon Mr. Morningstar as a resource for my own practice trusting without concern the advice or insight he provides."
"Tom is an outstanding attorney. I got to know Tom through his work at the Housing Justice Project and have also referred several eviction/tenant rights cases to him. In each case, Tom has done excellent work and has represented his clients with zeal and confidence. I would not hesitate to refer clients to Tom in the future or to recommend his services to anyone requiring an experienced lawyer."
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Experience
Honors
2014
Pro Bono Publico Service Commendation, Washington State Bar Association
2013
Pro Bono Publico Service Commendation, Washington State Bar Association
2012
Volunteer of the Year, King County Bar Association
2012
2012 Contributor of the Year Landlord Tenant, AVVO
2012
Pro Bono Publico Service Commendation, Washington State Bar Association
2011
Pro Bono Publico Service Commendation, Washington State Bar Association
Work Experience
2012 - Present
Of Counsel, Washington Debt Law, PLLC
2003 - Present
Managing Attorney, Law Office of Thomas Morningstar
2001 - 2003
Attorney, Stephen C. Duringer & Associates
1998 - 2003
Attorney, Lee A. Wood, Inc.
1998 - 2001
Attorney- Allied Insurance Special Investigations Unit, Nationwide Insurance
1993 - 1998
Attorney, Michael A. Dolan & Associates
Associations
2012 - Present
King County Bar Association Housing Justice ProjectVolunteer Attorney
2012 - Present
Snohomish County Bar Association, Housing Justice ProjectVolunteer Attorney
2012 - Present
Washington State Bar Association, Solo and Small Practice SectionMember
2012 - Present
Washington State Bar Association, Creditor-Debtor SectionMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Manley v. Krebs
$60k non-dischargeable judgment awarded
Education
2005
Pepperdine University School of Law
Certification
1988
University of San Diego
LL.M.
1987
Willamette Univ COL
J.D.
1984
Washington St Univ
undergraduate
Speaking Engagements
2015
WDL In House Training
Unlawful Detainer Basics
2012
WDL House Seminar
Evidence in Unlawful Detainer
1996
PSIA Annual Seminar
Insurance Fraud
1996
Oregon IASIU Annual Training
Insurance Fraud Investigations in Oregon
Publications
2015
WDL Blog
Fee Reasonability in Collection Cases
2011
probonodicta.com
Benefits of Volunteering
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
“When renting a unit in an apartment building, can someone install a camera on the outside of the building not near their unit?
02 May 2022
Q&A
How much notice does a landlord in WA state need to give to vacate so they can live in the home themselves?
29 Apr 2022
Q&A
Can my landlord rebut a retaliatory eviction claim by claiming economic reasons? He's tried this with other tenants in the past
01 May 2022