Rafael Edward Urquia

Rafael Edward Urquia

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 18 years

Car accident Lawyer at Port Townsend, WA
Practice Areas: Car Accidents, Slip and Fall Accident, Wrongful Death ... +2 more

1135 Lawrence Street, Port Townsend, WA

About Rafael

Biography

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes

Contingency

33%-33%


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Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 18 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 2008

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Location

Urquia Law, PLLC

1135 Lawrence Street, Port Townsend, WA, 98368

Urquia Law, PLLC

415 North Sequim Avenue, Sequim, WA, 98382

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Rafael Edward Urquia's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

26 Client Reviews

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Showing 6 - 10 of 18 reviews | Professionalism

Posted by Carolyn | September 18, 2020 | Hired Attorney

Helped over a Bad Bump in the Road

I was referred to Urquia Law in Port Townsend through "The Dove House" recommended by The Washington State Attorney General's Office after a situation that left me hurting, shocked, and confused. Mr. Rafael Urquia and Ms. Eva Weber were empathetic, compassionate, and professional. With their help... through a few easy steps I was able to recover money I thought was lost forever and them some, and have my faith restored in the belief that there are good people ready to help when you hit a bad place on your journey. They are my guardian angels. After all, in some writings, Rafael is the bringer of the morning light and an Archangel. Sincerely, Carolyn, R.N.

Posted by Jesse | April 07, 2020 | Hired Attorney

Couldn't have asked for a better experience! Thank you, Urquia Law!

When I first got into my car accident, I was scared and didn't know where to turn. Once I found Rafael and Eva, a huge weight lifted off my shoulders. I instantly knew I could trust them. They made the process completely effortless. It was nice to have somebody on my side who actually cared. Thank yo...u so much Rafael and Eva from the bottom of my heart. I will send anybody I can to you because you treated me so well during my difficult time.

Posted by Marti | March 11, 2019 | Hired Attorney

Highly Recommended

I highly recommend Urquia Law, and would like to thank Rafael and Eva for their kind support and expertise. They were recommended to me in late 2017 after a rental car I was driving was hit by a drunk driver. Initially I didn’t understand the need for an attorney, but quickly realized the value ...of having a professional team on my side. Starting day one after the accident, I was barraged by phone, email and postal contact from insurance companies, the rental car agency, and hospital billing. It was overwhelming and stressful. We met at the Port Townsend office a few days after the accident. Rafael calmly listened and responded clearly to questions. He laid out options and an expected trajectory of what would likely occur. It was just enough to get things started, with more details offered at follow up appointments when I was less in shock and better able to process. As directed, I referred all related contacts and medical bills to their office. These were competently handled in the background, relieving me of the burden so I could focus on healing. Uraquia law was unfailingly respectful and reassuring. I so appreciate their knowledgeable, proactive negotiations on my behalf. The outcome was more than fair.

Posted by Arendt | March 01, 2019 | Hired Attorney

Professional, Dedicated, Compassionate

Rafael and Urquia Law really care about the client; they care about you and your case. Rafael went out of his way to gather evidence in the right conditions, so he could make the most persuasive argument about my accident. He was there for me during a difficult time, and it never felt like I was mere...ly a "settlement." He prepared me for deposition and advocated for me against a predatory insurance attorney. He demonstrated both determination and compassion, never forgetting that no matter what the outcome, I was hurt and needed help.

Posted by Elaina | March 01, 2019 | Hired Attorney

Dedicated experts

I reached out to Urquia Law after I was in a car accident. At first, I was dealing with the insurance companies by myself, which was very overwhelming. I then contacted Urquia Law and they handled the entire process. They were very responsive, knowledgable, kept me up-to-date with everything, and wou...ld not let the insurance companies low-ball me. I was very impressed and could not recommend them more!

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Rafael Edward Urquia's Lawyer Endorsements

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Richard Anderson

Personal injury lawyer | Jan 03

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have worked with Rafael on a number of cases over the past few years, and I have found him to be a skilled and compassionate attorney. He works hard to make sure his clients are well-informed and well-taken care of when they find themselves in need of a personal injury attorney, and he is successful in getting them the compensation they deserve when bad things happen to nice people. Hiring Rafael is a great choice if you want to work with a lawyer who you can trust to do his best for you."

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Jeffrey Coats

Car accident lawyer | Feb 10

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"As a defense attorney I have gone up against Rafael many times. He has fought for his clients the right way. He works hard to put together a good case and makes it difficult for opposing counsel. Whenever I've defended a lawsuit against Rafael I've known he would relentlessly seek the best outcome for his clients in an honorable way."

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Lee Tucker

Personal injury lawyer | Nov 08

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I have worked with Rafael and his law firm on several cases involving medical malpractice and automobile negligence cases. Rafael is an exceptional attorney, works well with clients, and his office is fantastic to work with. Rafael is also a really skilled trial lawyer. He is one of the select attorneys that has had jury verdicts and actually has the guts to try cases to juries. I highly endorse this lawyer."

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Matthew Silva

Unknown lawyer | Aug 31

Relationship: Friend

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2016

2016 Pro Bono Attorney of the Year, Clallam-Jefferson Pro Bono Attorneys Organization

Work Experience

2013 - Present

Managing Partner, Urquia Law, PLLC

2013 - Present

Judge Pro Tem, Jefferson County District Court

2010 - 2013

Associate, McMenamin & McMenamin PS

2007 - 2010

Deputy Prosecuting Attorney, Jefferson County Prosecuting Attorney's Office

Associations

2017 - Present

Washington State Association for Justice

Trial News Editorial Board Member

2016 - Present

Washington State Association for Justice

Judiciary Relations Committee Member

2016 - Present

Port Townsend Film Festival

Board Member

2013 - Present

Clallam-Jefferson Pro Bono Attorneys Organization

Board Member

2018 - 2018

Clallam-Jefferson Pro Bono Attorneys Organization

President

2013 - 2015

Jefferson County Bar Association

President

Education

2007

Wake Forest University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2001

University of Washington

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2019

2019 WSAJ Winter Conference

The Complete Civil Arbitration CLE

2018

Washington State Association for Justice 2018 Annual Convention

Essential Tools for Arbitration

Publications

2018

Trial News Preparing for the Only Thing that Matters: What the Jury Will Think

2017

Trial News The Courtroom: Not the Me Show

2016

Trial News Judge Brian Coughenour: The Urban Cowboy Judge

Languages

English

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