Rafael Edward Urquia

Rafael Edward Urquia

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 17 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 17 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 2008

Active

No misconduct found

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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Posted by Carrie | February 23, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Car Accidents

Don't Settle for Anything Less Than the Best Lawyer!

I was represented by Urquia Law after being involved in a major vehicle accident. Mr. Urquia and his staff were very attentive to my legal needs. They stayed in regular contact with me regarding my case, and handled all interactions with insurance companies and other involved entities, freeing me fro...m that pressure and stress. Their high level of skill in managing all aspects of my legal claim assured me that they were caring for both my immediate and long term needs. When the case was settled, Urquia Law had secured a settlement that surpassed what I thought I would ever receive. I would highly recommend them for their integrity, attentiveness to their clients, and overall skill. I will always be grateful to Urquia Law for their service.

Posted by Christie | February 22, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

I really appreciate Urquia Law

I was rear-ended a few years ago and ended up with a neck and back injury. After driving thirty miles each way twice a week for chiropractic, massage and acupuncture therapy, I realized I was spending a lot of my own money for my recovery. It was recommended to me that I speak to Urquia Law to recoup... my expenses, so I did. Rafael and Eva did all the hard work, I just showed up, testified and signed papers when I needed to. We won our case! It was clear to me that all professionals involved, even the opposing counsel of a big insurance corporation, respected Rafael.

Posted by Rich | February 22, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

I recommend

In 2014 I was involved in a head on collision caused by another driver who fell asleep at the wheel. My vehicle was totaled and I had injuries. I was referred to Urquia Law to get some help to work through the insurance companies and hospital procedures. Rafael took on my case and with ethical profes...sionalism made sure that I was taken care of. I highly recommend Urquia Law.

Posted by Kathy | February 22, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Comfortable

From the beginning I felt comfortable discussing my situation with Rafael and Eva. I appreciated being kept up to date with what was happening throughout the case process. I always felt at ease. Rafael and Eva addressed my concerns in a friendly manner and I was never made to feel that my questions w...ere not important to them

Posted by Terri | June 18, 2015 | Arbitration

Automobile accident

He always explained what was happening throughout my case. He was in regular contact updating me as things progressed. He gave me his best advice, but left decisions about the case up to me. He was amazing in my Arbitration hearing. He went above and beyond what I expected from an attorney. I felt li...ke he really cared about me as a person.

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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

"I endorse this lawyer."

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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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