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Elizabeth Rankin Powell
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26 years | 10,000 cases
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Licensed in Washington for 25 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 2000
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Elizabeth Powell
535 Dock Street, Suite 108, Tacoma, WA, 98402
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Practice Areas
Landlord & Tenant (41)
Lawsuits & Disputes (16)
Child Custody (5)
Divorce & Separation (5)
Real Estate (5)
Contracts & Agreements (4)
Litigation (4)
Speeding & Traffic Ticket (3)
Appeals (2)
Car Accidents (2)
Child Support (2)
Debt Collection (2)
Family (2)
Insurance (2)
Animal Law (1)
Bankruptcy & Debt (1)
Debt Settlement (1)
Elder Law (1)
Environmental and Natural Resources (1)
Personal Injury (1)
Sexual Harassment (1)
Wills & Living Wills (1)
What Clients Mention
Case Results (37)
Advocacy (33)
Recommendation (29)
Responsiveness (28)
General Knowledge (25)
Practice Area Knowledge (24)
Professionalism (20)
Communication Style (12)
Character & Conduct (9)
Compassion (8)
Cost of Services (7)
Trustworthiness (6)
Free Consultations (3)
Staff & Support (2)
Payment Plans (1)
Punctuality (1)
Showing 1 - 5 of 6 reviews | Trustworthiness
Posted by Jackie | February 28, 2014 | Car Accidents
winner winner
Now that my case is down to the end... I have to post this. I am so lucky to have found Ms. Powell. I was stuck in a disagreement with an insurance company over a car accident. She swooped in and saved me. There are no words I can use to express the gratitude I have for this woman. I was so stress...
Posted by anonymous | February 23, 2012 | Landlord & Tenant
My Experience
not sure how good of a lawyer she is in other areas of law but in the area of Landlord/Tenant issues, I personally found her totally lost in court, would have been better off with a paralegal. Elizabeth strung me along for a year then showed up in court totally dazed, confused and unprepared for batt...
Elizabeth Powell
Replied last July 07, 2012Gerry Spence and Clarence Darrow could not have gotten you a better result. The matter is public record, and anyone can look it up and see what happened. The RPC's required me to get out - after trial was over - I told you that, and I got out so you could proceed on your own because I could not continue to represent you.
Posted by Xsoldier | October 30, 2011 | Lawsuits & Disputes
The Lady Chuck Norris of Tenant Law
Ms. Powell was beyond helpful. She knows her stuff and will always have my confidence. She helped me with a bad situation and is currently helping by answering any questions I have as I go through the small claims process on my own.
Posted by Charles T. Waters | February 08, 2010 | Landlord & Tenant
THE BEST attorney I have dealt with in YEARS - Hands down!
I hired Mrs. Powell for a Tenant/Landlord case. She was VERY informative & upfront from the very beginning. She never steered me wrong, and when we went to court, she performed just as she said she would. She knew how she wanted to proceed, and went in with the facts that even made the judge recess t...
Posted by anonymous | January 23, 2008 | Divorce & Separation
Great Lawyer
Elizabeth is a great lawyer and friend, you can trust her to get a job done. Elizabeth does not but up with anything at all, she is a tough lady. She helped me with a bad divorce and I came out happy. Thank you Elizabeth!!!
Elizabeth Rankin Powell's Lawyer Endorsements
"Elizabeth is an extremely bright, hard working attorney. She diligently seeks to meet her clients' goals, and she does so with a compassionate heart. She is a mentor to many lawyers in the community and shares her knowledge generously. I strongly endorse Elizabeth as a lawyer."
"I happily endorse Elizabeth. She is a fantastic attorney and was a mentor to me when I first started practicing law. If you have an issue with Landlord & Tenant law, call Elizabeth."
"Attorney Elizabeth Rankin Powell is an absolutely fantastic lawyer. She is extremely dedicated to the practice and truly believes in justice for all. I would have no hesitation about recommending her to anyone."
"A brilliant, trustworthy and highly respected attorney in the legal community. I wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone looking for an attorney who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of his clients and getting them the most favorable result possible."
"I enthusiastically endorse this lawyer. He has a tremendous amount of respect among his peers. He is also well-thought of with his clients as demonstrated by all the 58 client reviews and lastly provides invaluable assistance on the Avvo forum."
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"I endorse this lawyer. He gives practical and sound advice, demonstrating sharp legal acumen."
"Elizabeth is who I turned to when I had a landlord-tenant issue of my own, I fully endorse her."
"I endorse Elizabeth Rankin Powell. She communicates with the public in a kind and easy to understand manner. Well respected in the community."
"I have read a number of Ms. Powell's responses on this forum and they are consistently outstanding and at the top of the field. As a former Superior Court judicial officer, I am impressed with her grasp of the court process."
"This attorney strives to get the best result for clients. I endorse this lawyer."
"Ms. Powell's advise is very sound and reliable. She's quite knowledgeable."
"I endorse this attorney, Ms. Powell offers excellent advice in a number of legal areas and is a good example of how a lawyer should comport herself in the professional arena."
"I endorse this lawyer. Elizabeth is a knowledgeable and giving attorney. I'd recommend her to anyone facing a landlord tenant/family law case. She comes highly recommended."
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Experience
Honors
2005
Housing Justice Project - Kent,
2005
Pro Bono Attorney of the Month October,
2005
Pro Bono Publico Service Commendation,
Work Experience
2021 - Present
Staff Attorney, Tacoma Pro Bono Housing Justice Project
2001 - 2021
Solo Practitioner, Elizabeth Powell PS Inc.
Associations
2005 - Present
Puyallup Tribal Bar AssociationMember
2001 - Present
Tacoma Pierce County Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Prudhon v Thoreson Homes, LLC
Reversed, fees awarded
Kallansrud v Weavver
Plaintiff got the property's title quieted in him, except as to the six inches we contested
State Farm v Blegen
Dismissed pre-motion by agreement
Lowe v. Rowe, 30282-2-III
granted
One West Bank v Unknown Heirs et al.
Case Dismissed on 12(b) motion
Caviezel Group LLC v Monroe,
won pre-trial, won on appeal (motion on the merits
Education
1999
Seattle University School of Law
J.D.
Speaking Engagements
2016
Landlord-Tenant Law from Lease to Eviction
Drafting Leases, Tenant Accommodations
2015
How to Profit in the new economy
Lease drafting, caselaw update
2014
New Lawyer education
Breaking Up is Hard to Do
2013
Title 59 Unlawful Detainer Defense Training
Unlawful Detainer Defense
2013
Fundementals of Landlord-Tenant Law
Caselaw and Legislative Update, Fair Housing
2012
Landlord-Tenant 101
Landlord-Tenant
2011
Dependencies
Ethics in Dependencies - Virgil to your client's Dante
2009
Landlord - Tenant Update
Landlord-Tenant
2007
Practice for New Lawyers
Landlord Tenant
2007
Litigation Basics
Landlord Tenant - notices & getting paid
2006
Animal Law Annual Conference
Animals/Disabilities in Housing
Publications
2016
Washington Appellate Reports
Thoreson Homes LLC v Prudhon
2014
Lexis Nexis Publishing
Lexis Nexus practice guide to Washington Real Estate Litigation
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can a flat fee of 2x monthly rent for early termination of a lease be charged if the unit was re-rented?
07 Nov 2025
Q&A
Can your case manager for the rapid rehousing program not pay your rent when they said they would?
21 Aug 2025
Q&A
I need help landlord changes locks and denying access to get my things
22 Aug 2025
Legal Guides
Legal Guide
What is a Collaborative Divorce?
04 Dec 2008
Legal Guide
How to Enforce a Tenant Relocation Remedy in Washington
08 Nov 2008
Legal Guide
Renter's Rights to Foreclosed Properties in Washington State
04 Nov 2008