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Martin J.H. Duenhoelter
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Biography
I really enjoy what I do! However, I am old school and prefer to actually talk to people rather than emailing back and forth. I believe in actual face to face or voice contact, where I can answer questions or help out otherwise. I have been in the same location for twenty years, across the street from the courthouse in Downtown Tacoma. I also am privileged to have helped out many other attorneys with their court cases. My results speak for themselves through what my clients say about me.
In my off time, I enjoy traveling to Europe (I am from Germany), I have a small farm that I enjoy working on, and I collect vintage guitars and old toy trains. I also like old german cars. I am married with two wonderful daughters. I have lived and worked in Tacoma for the past twenty+ years.
Professionally, I have served on our local Bar association as a trustee from 2011 to 2013. Additionally, I am on the Lawyerpalooza Committee, which puts on a big BBQ/party at my farm for our Pierce County Bar Association. I have served on other things too in the past, I just can't remember what they are right now.
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Licensed in Washington for 36 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 1990
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Location
Law Offices of Martin J.H. Duenhoelter
1107 1/2 Tacoma Ave S, Tacoma, WA, 98402-2000
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Showing 1 - 5 of 6 reviews | Lawsuits & Disputes
Posted by Ken | May 03, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Exceptional Legal Representation and Customer Service!
Martin and his entire team are more than awesome. Martin’s ability to communicate with the court for his clients’ benefit is beyond amazing, and his staff is more than dedicated to customer service. I can’t recommend Martin and his team highly enough!
Posted by Maria | February 02, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Very Pleased
Duenhoelter's office walked me through the process and what to expect. Every communication from the court was explained and the outcome was favorable. Would definitely work with him again!
Posted by Scott | December 13, 2016 | Hired Attorney
Martin Does What He Says He'll Do
Integrity is in short supply in today's legal system, yet Martin personifies integrity. He picked-up the phone when I called, asked relevant questions, projected empathy, and produced the results he said he would try to obtain. His office staff was courteous and always responded quickly. ... I h...
Posted by Troy | March 08, 2013
Speeding Ticket
Like most people I am very busy and have little free time to spare. I communicated with Martin and his staff over the phone and mail about my case. On the date of my case Martin appeared without my presence and won. I couldn't ask for an easier process or nicer attorney to represent me. Thank you...
Posted by Pat | February 06, 2013
2 tickets in 30 days
The best thing about every lawyer I ever met was the support staff. Martin got them dismissed and his staff kept me informed. And I've got to slow down.
Martin J.H. Duenhoelter's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I've tried approximately 300 jury trials. On only one did I have co-counsel, and on that one, my co-counsel was Martin Duenhoelter. Martin is an excellent attorney, and an all around great guy. Together we made a formidable team. If I missed something, Martin was there to cover for me. During our work together he proved to be an impressive trial attorney. I am also aware of his reputation in the legal community as someone who does an excellent job on behalf of both his traffic and criminal clients. Martin knows his way around Pierce County courtrooms as well as any attorney that I know. Without hesitation I recommend him to anyone in need of legal services in Pierce County, be it a traffic ticket or criminal charge."
"I regularly see Mr. Duenhoelter is the South Puget Sound traffic courts in which I appear. He is always legally extremely well prepared, his arguments are very well presented, and he knows the courts, the judges and the prosecutors. I can heartily endorse this attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer. He is an exceptional attorney who cares about his clients and fights to get them the best possible result. He is always courteous and helpful to colleagues and it's always a pleasure to see him in court."
"Martin is a shockingly good attorney who thinks very well on his feet and is second to none in extemporaneous arguments. This skill has earned him enormous respect in the legal community. I've personally seen him argue, and win, many cases in the courtroom over many years. Trust Martin and you will be in excellent legal care."
Antonio Garguile
Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer | Mar 17
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Martin is a great attorney and an even better person! He is always working hard and continually gets great results for his clients. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Taught me everything I know out about getting traffic infractions dismissed."
"I endorse this lawyer. Martin is brilliant and, yet, surprisingly down to earth. He knows the law, is always prepared, and respected by the members of the bench and bar. His fees are reasonable; his humor, free. If I need to understand a criminal law issue (I only practice family law), I will call Martin for advice."
"I endorse this lawyer. Not only is Martin thorough honest and effective: he's well respected by all the Judges he appears before. If your looking for someone to beat your traffic ticket, this is your guy."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr Duenhoelter is the kind of attorney you want on your side. He is dedicated to his clients and provides excellent representation."
"I endorse this lawyer. Great Attorney"
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Experience
Honors
2012
Outstanding Service Award, Pierce County Bar Association
Work Experience
1990 - Present
Owner, Law Offices of Martin J.H. Duenhoelter
Associations
2012 - Present
Tacoma Pierce County Bar Association, Lawyerpalooza CommitteeCo-chair
1990 - Present
Pierce County Bar AssociationMember
1990 - Present
Washington State Bar AssociationMember
2011 - 2013
Pierce County Bar AssociationTrustee
Education
1989
University of Puget Sound School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1984
Pacific Lutheran University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
German
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I had three dui over 10 years ago and I got one less then a week ago what could happen to me
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