John William Fuhrman

John William Fuhrman

also known as (Retired Lawyer)

5.0
Rating: 9.0

Licensed for 32 years

Lawyer at Puyallup, WA

112 West Meeker Street, Puyallup, WA

This attorney is currently not accepting new clients.
Reason: Not Practicing

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Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 32 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 1993

Voluntarily Resigned

No misconduct found

Location

Fuhrman Law Offices (Puyallup)

112 West Meeker Street, Puyallup, WA, 98371-5376

Fuhrman Law Offices

112 West Meeker Street, Puyallup, WA, 98372

Fuhrman Law Offices

112 West Meeker Street, Puyallup, WA, 98372

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John William Fuhrman's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

12 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | September 14, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Very knowledgeable and very caring!

I’ve used John to represent me on several matters. He’s very well versed in the law and a genuinely nice guy. The communication with him is frequent and he is alway very patient. I’ve found myself one great lawyee.

Posted by Todd | July 2, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Helped me from 3000 miles away!!!

I had a case, that was roughly 8 years old, and would have been totally lost, without John. I currently reside in Maryland, but the case was pending in Washington. I did some research, and all reviews led me to Mr. Fuhrman. I couldn't be happier about that. He made the experience far less painful tha...n it should have been. He is well known, in the community, and firmly fights for what's right/just. Living 3000 miles away, there was only so much I could do, but when I showed up, for my court date, it was relatively quick and painless... thanks to John. If you are in need of an attorney, in the Puyallup/Milton area, it would serve you well to go with John Fuhrman.

Posted by Chris | May 20, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

2nd DUI

Mr. Fuhrman clearly knew what the courts would expect of me. My first DUI. I got off very lucky. I got a deferred. He had me in programs and counseling before I stepped foot in court. After two years I was still sober thanks to his care and concern for me. My second DUI 20 years later, Mr. Fuhrman... stepped up and had me in a relapse program, AA and go and blow long before I went to court. I was very lucky to have an experienced lawyer who knew all that the courts would expect. I got off luckier than I could of imagined. I would say cheap but when you mess up like I do you pay a little. Many thanks to Mr. Fuhrman for the truthfulness and stern guidance and advice. I am still sober. Again many thanks.

Posted by Aaron | May 16, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Highly recommended

John is a fantastic lawyer with a black belt in verbal judo ( courtroom speak ). He takes care of his clients and has the experience and knowledge of the laws to help you in your case. When times were hard for me John was there to help me get through my legal troubles.

Posted by Christopher | May 3, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

True gentleman

On February 16, 2018 I was struck by a car while in a crosswalk with green light and walk sign in my favor. Having never hired an attorney in all of my 57 years, I chose Mr furhman based upon his experience in Puyallup. He came to the hospital with his paralegal Mr David Bowers and we made the deal o...n a handshake and promise between us to be completely honest with each other. What a godsend! I spent nearly 3 months recovering from my injuries. I had settlement checks in the bank only 2 days after my discharge from therapy facility. John is a very busy man, but he kept me up to date through the whole process. What a stand-up man. Few and far between I thank the Lord for bringing John and I together. Thank you John!!! Sincerely, Christopher T Sprague.

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Stefanie Dorn

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 14

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"I endorse this lawyer. John is consistently prepared and effective. He builds strong relationships with clients, which allows him to get great results. He is also well liked by prosecutors and judges."

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Kevin Yanasak

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. I have known John Fuhrman for over 20 years. He is a hard working trial attorney, who is always prepared and very respected in the courts of Washington; municipal, state and federal. He is competent, smart, aggressive, and highly ethical. John is tenacious and fearless with local and U.S. Federal prosecutors. He is resilient and always focused until the jury returns a not guilty verdict."

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Lawrence Nelson

DUI and DWI lawyer | Oct 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known John for many years and endorse his work. He is competent and diligent."

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Carolyn Elsey

DUI and DWI lawyer | Mar 19

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"I endorse this lawyer's work."

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Business lawyer | Jun 20

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Experience

Rating:  9.0 (Superb)

Honors

2021

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2020

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2019

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2004

Bronze Star Medal. Order of the Combat Spur., U.S. Army

1988

American Jurisprudence Prize Award (2), Thomas M. Cooley Law School

1988

Raymond Burr Award Excellence in Criminal Law Studies, Thomas M. Cooley Law School

Work Experience

2007 - Present

Owner, Fuhrman Law Offices

2003 - 2007

Unit Commander, US Army National Guard on Active Duty

1997 - 2003

Partner, Fuhrman & Wright, PS

1993 - 1997

Associate, McCarthy & Hogan, PS

Associations

2007 - Present

Washington Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys

Member

1993 - Present

Washington State Bar Association

Active Member

1993 - Present

Pierce County Bar Association

Member

1993 - Present

Individual Rights Foundation

Member

2005 - 2007

US Army Legal Affairs

Assistance to Soldiers on Medical Hold, Ft. Lewis

1994 - 1996

Washington State Bar Association, Legal Assistance to Military Personnel Section

Committee Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Initiative 172 (Fair Play for Washington) v. Western Wash. Fair Ass'n, 88 Wn. App. 579, 583, 945 P.2d 761 (1997)

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Education

1997

US Army Command and General Staff College

Certification/Diploma

1992

Western Michigan University - Cooley Law School (Lansing) MI

Juris Doctor

1986

Seattle University

Commissioned 2LT

Speaking Engagements

2005

KIRO New Radio

Iraq War in Baghdad, Iraq

2004

National Public Affairs Conference - Reno, NV

Ethical Issues related to contracting with Iraqi Journalists

2004

CNN International

Baghdad - Iraq War

Publications

1996

US Army Training Materials A Practicle Guide to the Laws of Land Warfare

Languages

German

Activity

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