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Sofia Kathryn Miguel
also known as Law Office of Sofia K Miguel
About Sofia
Biography
Sofia is an aggressive and skilled attorney and negotiator. She has extensive experience handlng all types of personal injury claims. Sofia will work hard to get you the best settlement possible. Unlike many other attorneys, Sofia is not afraid of litigation; she has tried or arbitrated hundreds of cases throughout Western Washington. Sofia is licensed in every court in Washington State. She graduated from Seattle University School of Law in 2000 and has 20 years’ experience exclusively representing injured people. She is a member of the Washington State Bar Association and an EAGLE member of the Washington State Association for Justice. Prior to beginning her law career, Sofia attended the University of Washington Tacoma, graduating in 1997, and served in the U.S. Army Reserves from 1994 to 2000.
"At the Law Office of Sofia K. Miguel, you will get personalized attention and I will fight for you to get you the compensation you deserve."
Practice Areas
9
Practice Areas
Car Accident
50%
25 years
Brain Injury
20%
25 years
Slip and Fall Accident
15%
25 years
Animal and Dog Bites
5%
25 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Contingency
33%-45%
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Licensed in Washington for 25 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 2000
No misconduct found
Location
Sofia K. Miguel Attorney at Law
702 South Hill Park Drive, Suite. 207, Puyallup, WA, 98373
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Sofia Kathryn Miguel's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 19 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by anonymous | November 4, 2021 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Awesome
Sophia took on my slip and fall claim 5 years ago. She was with me personable the whole 5 years. We settled a couple weeks ago for an amount I didn't think we would get. Sophia is a boss and will get you money in your favor.
Posted by Rocky couture | June 18, 2021 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
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Sofia is a hard working attorney who will represent you with you integrity and she will worked hard from start to finish on my case. I would highly recommend her if you need a skilled Lawer.
Posted by Janean | June 4, 2021 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Sofia is a great Lawyer.
we are glad to have Sofia helping us through these very hard times after the fall my wife has not been the same we are grateful to have her thank you Sofie Miguel.
Posted by Amanda | September 28, 2020 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Best attorney anyone could ask for
She worked tirelessly on my case which unfortunately was a dog attack. She was very transparent on everything that involved my case, answered all questions very throughly. She is an attorney that actually cares for her clients versus attorneys that only care about their payout. If you need an attorne...
Posted by Darla | September 22, 2020 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Tremendous results
I worked with Ms. Miguel and her staff for over a year on my insurance claim due to my car being totaled in an accident that was not my fault. Even though the other driver was fully insured, the insurance company was somewhat uncooperative(typical)....dragging their feet and trying very hard to pay ...
Sofia Miguel
Replied last September 23, 2020Thank you so much! It was a pleasure helping you and I was pleased with your result.
Sofia Kathryn Miguel's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. i have known Ms. Miguel as both an adversary and a co-worker. She it tenacious, smart and compassionate. She is a fierce advocate for her clients and I recommend her to anyone who needs a personal injury attorney in Washington State."
"Sofia is great to work with and is always clear and proactive on the matters we work together on. She puts the interests of her clients first and foremost."
"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Miguel is a talented, determined and skillful attorney. Her level of competency is only exceeded by her strong commitment to her clients. I highly endorse Ms. Miguel."
"Sofia is great to work with and always professional. She has served on behalf of the courts to protect the best interest of minors. She approaches her work with great care and effort to do so. I endorse her as an attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Miguel worked for my law firm for over eight years and during that time acquired a great amount of knowledge regarding personal injury law and developed excellent litigation skills. She left about seven or eight years ago on good terms to build her own law practice and now has over 15 years of experience. She cares about her clients and is passionate about the practice of personal injury law."
"Ms. Miguel is thoughtful, knowledgeable, and diligent. I highly recommend this attorney."
"When I started learning personal injury law I had the pleasure to be mentored by Sofia. She helped me understand and become a great lawyer. She is a great advocate for her clients."
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Experience
Honors
2021
Certificate of Completion - Bob Dawson Trial Workshop, WSAJ
2021
Top One Percent, National Association of Distinguished Counsel
2021
Best Puyallup Car Accident Lawyers, Expertise.com
2021
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2020
Top 100 Civil Plaintiff Trial Lawyers Washington, The National Trial Lawyers Top 100
2020
Lawyers of Distinction 2020 Excellence in Personal Injury Law, Lawyers of Distinction
2020
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2013
10 year Eagle member certificate, WSTLA/WSAJ
Work Experience
2009 - Present
Owner, Law Office of Sofia K. Miguel, PLLC
2001 - 2009
Attorney, Harold D. Carr, P.S.
1998 - 2000
Law clerk, Small, Snell, Weiss & Comfort, PS
1994 - 2000
Imagery Analyst - Military Intelligence, United States Army Reserve
Associations
2023 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2021 - Present
Washington Women LawyersMemeber
2020 - Present
The National Trial Lawyers Top 100Member
2020 - Present
Lawyers of DistinctionCharter Member
2019 - Present
American Association for JusticeMember
2003 - Present
Washington State Trial Lawyers AssociationEagle Member
2001 - Present
Washington Notary PublicNotary Public
2000 - Present
Washington State Bar AssociationMember
2019 - 2020
Tacoma Pierce County Bar AssociationMember
2008 - 2011
King County Bar AssociationMember
2001 - 2009
Thurston County Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Rear end - child
112,500.00
Parking lot pull out
400,000.00
Domino Rear end
155,000.00
Brain Injury - mTBI
$500,000.00.
Pedestrian on the way to work
183200
Turn in front collision
$200,000.00
Dog bite on thigh
$100,000.00 settlement
Rear end auto accident soft tissue injury
$27,000.00
Sexual Harassment
$94,000.00 settlment
Rear end auto accident soft tissue injuries
$115,000 total settlement
Pre-birth injury - auto accident case
$200,000 - Policy limits settlements each for both mother and child.
Low speed rear end accident
$49,000.00
Motorcycle rear end accident
$25,000.00
Motorcycle Accident
$50,000.00
T-Bone Collision
$128,000.00
Rear end auto accident soft tissue injuries
$125,000.00
Head- on collision
$50,000.00 policy limits
Slip and fall
$40,000
Parking lot motorcycle collision
$60,000 total (Policy + PIP)
Low speed rear end accident
$18,000 verdict
Disputed liability center lane
$22,000 verdict
Rear end auto accident soft tissue injury
$115,000 total settlement
Roll over collision
$200,000.00
Education
2000
Seattle University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1997
University of Washington
BA - Bachelor of Arts
1996
Pierce College
AAS
Speaking Engagements
2017
Biz to Biz member meeting
Personal Injury Law - What does a personal injury lawyer do?
Publications
2008
WSAJ Trial News
Why I like Being an EAGLE
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
What’s my best option after getting my vehicle hit n ran and don’t have insurance ,
02 Feb 2021
Q&A
IN WASHINGTON STATE CAN MY HEALTH INSURANCE COMPANY STILL DO SUBROGATION IF I HAVENT BEEN MADE WHOLE?
09 Mar 2018
Q&A
I've been offered a settlement, but don't know weather to accept or not. ?
10 Mar 2018