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Biography
As a lawyer I have been fortunate to work on many different cases in many different places. Starting out as a military attorney with the US Navy JAG Corps I worked on matters ranging from landlord tenant issues to prosecution and defense of serious criminal matters and served as the attorney for a commanding officer of an overseas airbase. After leaving active duty I've practiced exclusively in the field of personal injury law. I enjoy the practice of law and commit myself to my clients irrespective of which side of a case they happen to be on. I've succesfullly represented individuals against corporations and represented corporations against individuals. I've chosen at this point in my career to only represent victims.
It is important to me that my clients are as fully informed as they want to be about the legal aspects of their cases and that we jointly identify their goals and obtain them. I always make myself available for my clients when they need to talk. I am very troubled by stories I hear of clients who are unable to communicate with their attorneys.
I place a priority on providing value for my clients. I consider it a privilege to be your attorney, and it is important that you are truly better off because of my representation.
Please don't hesitate to contact me for a free consultation and case review. I am happy to talk about whatever questions and concerns you may have.
My office is conveniently located of Highway 16 in Port Orchard but I meet my clients wherever it is most convenient. I've represented clients who live out of Washington State or out of the country, and am available to discuss your case over the phone or Skype! I look forward to speaking with you.
Focused exclusively on personal injury cases. Make sure you are valued fairly.
Fighting for you to make it right. Fair treatment should not be the exception to the rule.
Fighting for you to make it right. Fair treatment should not be the exception to the rule.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Car Accident
50%
21 years
Personal Injury
50%
21 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Contingency
33%-33%
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Licenses
Licensed in Washington for 20 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 2005
No misconduct found
Licensed in Oregon for 14 years
State: Oregon
Acquired: 2011
No misconduct found
Licensed in Florida for 25 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 2000
No misconduct found
Location
Becker, Franklin & Rovang, PLLC.
1730 Pottery Ave., Suite 210, Port Orchard, WA, 98366
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Posted by Chris | March 02, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury
Steve Franklin delivers an amazing outcome
My case was difficult. In October 2015, a tree blew down during a windstorm and, falling, struck my car. The tree impaled me. It shattered my femur and inflicted a pretty grim list of additional injuries. Other lawyers, hearing "tree" and "fall," dismissed my case outright as an act of god. Steve lis...
Posted by Martha | April 05, 2013 | Personal Injury
Very satisfied with STeve!
Steve helped me with an auto accident. I had problems with my back before I was rear ended and insurance offered me only $700. After hiring Steve I ended up with more than 10 times that amount. Steve was very nice and easy to talk to and always made sure I understood what was going on.
Posted by Daniel | October 05, 2009 | Military Law
Administrative Discharge from the Navy...." No Way "
12 years in the U.S Navy and 1 positive urinalysis, and the Navy wants to separate me. Steve, after reviewing all my information, told me to stay optimistic, and i did. The majority of my contact with Steve was e-mail, and phone calls. He stayed very professional at all times. From the beginning it w...
Steve C Franklin's Lawyer Endorsements
"Steve is a great personal injury with years of experience and successful results. We have a mutual client and they raved about Steve's handling of their personal injury case. I can wholeheartedly endorse Steve as a personal injury attorney."
"I first met Steve when he and I represented different parties in a personal injury case. We have been counsel for other parties in several cases since then. Based on that experience, I can say without hesitation that Steve is a highly skilled and committed personal injury attorney and a zealous advocate for his clients. He is also a great people person who relates well to everyone. He is well liked and respected not only by his clients, but also by his adversary attorneys and by their clients as well. Steve’s friendly demeanor, strong legal skills, and tenacious commitment to his mission as an attorney is a winning combination that produces great results! I would recommend Steve without hesitation to anyone looking for a highly skilled and effective attorney to represent them in their personal injury claim or any other legal matter."
"Steve is highly knowledgeable and experienced in the personal injury field and obtains great results for his clients. I endorse this lawyer."
"Since meeting Steve 3 years ago, I have been impressed with his extensive knowledge of the personal injury field. He is smart, decisive and passionate. His clients are in great hands."
"I endorse this lawyer. Steve is a professional that fights for his clients and possess a great knowledge of how the injury claim process works. You can trust that he know what to do get you the best result."
"I endorse this lawyer. Steve Franklin is a good lawyer and an all around good guy."
"I endorse this lawyer. Steve is a hardworking attorney who gets the best results for his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. Steve is an excellent personal injury attorney. His clients greatly benefit from his reputation."
"I endorse this lawyer. Steve has a well earned reputation as a terrific lawyer."
"Steve is an excellent trial attorney and superior personal injury attorney. His clients always benefit from his reputation."
"I endorse Steve without reservation. He is a skilled and knowledgeable attorney whose character is beyond reproach. I feel privileged to have an opportunity to recommend him."
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Experience
Honors
2012
Navy Commendation Medal, United States Navy
2010
Pro Bono Service Commendation, Washington State Bar Association
2010
Navy Commendation Medal, United States Navy
2009
Pro Bono Publico Service Commendation, Washington State Bar Association
2002
Navy Achievement Medal, United States Navy
Work Experience
2015 - Present
Partner, Becker Franklin Rovang PLLC
2005 - Present
Attorney, United States Navy (Reserve Duty)
2015 - 2017
Character and Fitness Board Member, Washington State Bar Associaiton
2014 - 2017
Attorney, American Bar Association
2013 - 2017
Arbitrator Mandatory Arbitration, Pierce County Superior Court
2012 - 2015
Partner, Lockner & Crowley, Inc.
2011 - 2017
Arbitrator, Kitsap County Superior Court
2010 - 2012
Attorney, Graham Lundberg & Peschel
2007 - 2009
Attorney, Kitsap Legal Services
2005 - 2014
Article 32 Officer, United States Navy (Reserve Duty)
2005 - 2010
Attorney, Law Offices of J.Michael Koch & Associates
2002 - 2004
Staff Judge Advocate, United States Navy
2000 - 2002
Attorney, United States Navy Judge Advocate General Corps.
2000 - 2002
Legal Assistance Attorney, United States Navy Judge Advocate General Corps.
Associations
2016 - Present
Washington State Association for JusticeChair
2015 - Present
Washington State Bar Association, Litigation SectionMember
2015 - Present
Washington State Bar Association, Character and Fitness BoardMember
2013 - Present
BNI - SBRMember
2013 - Present
Nisqually Tribal CourtMember
2013 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2013 - Present
American Bar AssociationMilitary Pro Bono Project Member
2011 - Present
Tacoma Pierce County Bar AssociationMember
2006 - Present
Washington State Association for JusticeEagle Member
2005 - Present
Washington State Bar AssociationMember
2005 - Present
Kitsap County Bar AssociationMember
2000 - Present
Florida BarMember
2011 - 2014
Oregon State BarMember
2006 - 2007
Suquamish Tribal Court Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Stiles v. Safeco
Successful Settlement prior to trial
Seabrands v. Williamson
Successful resolution for 3 auto accident victims
Scott vs. Cook and City of Bremerton
Victory for Plaintiff far exceeding settlement offer
Dupuy v. Petsmart
Appellate Victory
Granville Condominium Association v. Kuehner
Issue of first impression
Ruiz v. Zimmerman
Successful Trial Defense
US NAVY vs. E5
Article 32 Officer
Education
2000
Florida State University College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1997
Rutgers University, New Brunswick/Piscataway
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2016
Kitsap Round Table
Insurance Defense
2015
Sound Business Referral
The Personal Injury Framework
2015
Navy JAG Training
Car Accident Claims in Washington State
2013
Business Network of Gig Harbor
Settlement of Personal Injury Claims
2012
Kitsap Conference Center
Payment in Full
2012
Bremerton Health Care Provider Seminar
Medical Liens
2011
The Inn at Port Ludlow
Hot Topics in Personal Injury
2011
Bremerton Convention Center
Battling Insurance Company Tactics
Publications
2017
Washington State Bar Association Character and Fitness Board
In Re Applicant
2016
Washington State Bar Association Character and Fitness Board
In re Applicant
2016
BFR Blog
What is a "3rd Party Claim" ?
2013
Court of Appeals Division 2
Granville Condominium Association v. Kuehner
2010
Court of Appeals Division I
Dupuy v. Petsmart
Languages
Japanese
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
In Washington state do pedestrians have the right of way in a parking lot
24 Jan 2015
Q&A
Is there a case for personal injury or child endangerment or both?
24 Jan 2015
Q&A
I received a letter from a lawyer asking me for my business insurance information saying that a patron was burned with hot water
24 Jan 2015