Kristal Marie McCollum Cowger

Kristal Marie McCollum Cowger

also known as Kristal Cowger, Kristal McCollum

5.0
Rating: 9.3

Licensed for 15 years

Government Lawyer at Tacoma, WA
Practice Areas: Government

955 Tacoma Ave. S., Suite 301, Tacoma, WA

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Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 15 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 2010

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Pierce County Prosecuting Attorney's Office

955 Tacoma Ave. S., Suite 301, Tacoma, WA, 98402-2160

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Kristal Marie McCollum Cowger's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

8 Client Reviews

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Posted by Paul | March 07, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning

Attorney

I hired Kristal to assist me is estate planning and a pre-nuptial agreement. She was very professional and timely. She assisted me in getting an agreement that met both mine and my wife's needs. She also assisted me in getting my will done that matches our agreement. I would highly recommend her ...to anyone else that needs these types of services again.

Posted by Tim | March 06, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Contracts & Agreements

Commercial Contracts

Kristal represented our organization on matters relating to enforcement of commercial contracts. I am impressed with Kristal's productivity in preparing high quality legal briefs, motions filed with the court & oral presentations. Kristal has the ability to find and clearly articulate the key l...egal issues from "small mountains" of information & misinformation and discover what is substantiated based upon evidence. With Kristal at our side, I feel comfortable that we will be provided the best possible legal representation.

Posted by Anne | January 24, 2013 | Appeals

Unemployment Benefits Appeal

Ms. Cowger was given my case with only 2 days to prepare all without ever meeting or talking to me. We had a brief review right before the hearing and she rocked it. Not only had we never met, this was her first appeals hearing. We won and she provided me with confidence and guideance to stay on t...rack. She is thorough, knowledgeable and applies her skills methodically for positive results.

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Kristal Marie McCollum Cowger's Lawyer Endorsements

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Colleen Peterson

Personal injury lawyer | Sep 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have had the opportunity to work with Kristal in the personal injury arena and to refer clients to her in her capacity as a business and family law attorney. Kristal is competent and qualified in these practice areas. She is a skilled advocate in part due to her preparedness for every issue she faces. She takes time to understand her clients and their goals for litigation. She is committed to quality work product and professionalism and has a strong reputation in the legal community. I would highly recommend this attorney."

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Hugo Johnson

Family lawyer | Sep 27

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Kristal is an ardent advocate for her clients but she is able to balance the needs of the client with professionalism that is too often absent in the family law arena. Her ability to work with counsel on areas where agreement can be reached speaks volumes to her integrity as an attorney and skillful practice of achieving client expectations in a cost effective manner. I fully endorse Kristal."

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Linda Lysne

Divorce and separation lawyer | Apr 06

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Heather Young

Divorce and separation lawyer | Mar 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jessica Shinego

Personal injury lawyer | Mar 23

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Andrea Marquez

Personal injury lawyer | Mar 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I whole heartedly endorse Kristal. She is a thorough, passionate and dedicated attorney. I have regularly referred friends and family to her for her counsel and representation. Kristal is an excellent attorney and advocate who gets proven results."

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Lindsay Camandona

Business lawyer | May 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Rico Tessandore

Personal injury lawyer | Mar 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Great attorney. Super smart and very personable. I highly endorse Kristal."

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Kari Lester

Personal injury lawyer | Jan 29

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I worked with Kristal on a number of matters and she does a fantastic job at working with her clients and seeking the best resolution for them. I highly recommend her."

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Nicole Bolan

Personal injury lawyer | Jul 08

Relationship: Co-worker

"Kristal is an outstanding advocate for her clients. She is always extremely prepared and knows and remembers all of the details of a client's case. Kristal understands that her clients are not typically familiar with litigation and the process involved, so she makes sure they are well informed of the process, their options, and the likely outcome. Kristal's clients are lucky to have her on their side."

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Douglas Kiger

Personal injury lawyer | Jan 03

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"Kristal is an excellent lawyer and does a great job for her clients."

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Colleen Peterson

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Experience

Rating:  9.3 (Superb)

Honors

2017

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2016

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

Work Experience

2017 - Present

Deputy Prosecuting Attorney, Pierce County Prosecuting Attorney's Office

2012 - 2017

Associate, Blado Kiger Bolan, PS

2010 - 2010

Rule 9 Extern, City Of Spokane Prosecutor's Office

2010 - 2012

Associate, The Law Offices Of Ben F. Barcus & Associates, PLLC

2009 - 2009

Law Clerk, Gonzaga Center For Law & Justice

2008 - 2010

Law Clerk, Messina Bulzomi Christensen

2006 - 2007

Legal Assistant, Hollenbeck, Lancaster, Miller & Andrews

Associations

2013 - Present

Lake Tapps Community Council

Member

2011 - Present

Junior League of Tacoma

Assistant Communications Director, Communications Director

2010 - Present

Washington State Bar Association

Member

2010 - Present

Tacoma Pierce County Bar Association

Member

2015 - 2017

American Association for Justice

Member

2013 - 2017

West Tapps Maintenance Co. (A Homeowners Association)

Vice President

2010 - 2017

Washington State Association for Justice

CLE Committee, New Member Committee, Eagle member

Education

2010

Gonzaga University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2006

Washington State University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2017

9th Annual Tort Law Update

Ethics - What To Do When You and Your Client Disagree

2015

Washington State Association for Justice New Member CLE

Seminar Co-Chair

2015

Washington State Association for Justice Annual Convention

Diversity Seminar Co-Chair

Languages

English

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