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Geoffrey Colburn Cross

4.7
Rating: 1.0

Licensed for 57 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Tacoma, WA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury

901 S. I St., Suite 202, Tacoma, WA

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2023
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Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 57 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 1968

Resigned in Lieu of Discipline

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2023

Licensed in California for 57 years

State: California

Acquired: 1968

Resigned

Location

Law Offices of Geoffrey C. Cross, P.S., Inc.

901 S. I St., Suite 202, Tacoma, WA, 98405

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Geoffrey Colburn Cross's Reviews

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4.7 /5.0

6 Client Reviews

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Posted by David | July 7, 2023 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Too bad he retired. I was hoping to hire him again.

I was completely happy with Mr. Cross and his work. I was a client when this trouble started and he was suspended. He always did me well. I was hoping to hire him to help me with a couple more things. It is my belief he was railroaded on this matter - just like taking IRS advice then being punished... for following their instructions. I hope he has a happy retirement. He was a large part of Pierce County history - been there, done that.

Posted by Genie | August 5, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Personal Injury and Divorce

As a former Legal Secretary,.... (did not work for him) I knew him and his reputation in a professional setting. I hired him for a Personal Injury Attorney. I got great results. I also hired him as my Divorce Attorney. His advice and guidance was exceptional. I have also used him,.... to remo...ve a non paying renter. I have also referred several friends to him. I have never been disappointed. He has always been prompt in returning my calls.

Posted by anonymous | June 28, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

He's a great attorney

Geoffrey helped my child in a criminal case and is very direct and to the point on what to expect from him and the judicial system. He has been an active attorney for 48 years says something about his credibility. You want results then he's the one to use!

Posted by Darrah | April 27, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Great Divorce Lawyer

Geoffrey came highly recommended from a friend of mine. Not only was he incredibly easy to work with, but he was quick, efficient, and knowledgable in a number of legal matters. I have to give major kudos to Cory, his legal assistant who was very quick to respond to my emails, concerns, etc. When you...'re going through something that requires legal advice, it's nice to have a lawyer who's accessible, timely, and knows what's needed to win your case.

Posted by anonymous | September 5, 2013

I like the guy.

I have used Jeff in three criminal cases. A very likable guy. He is very, very reasonably priced and once you are established with him, he's even more so. He represented me in a DV case for a ridiculously low amount. If you don't have any priors, for example a first DUI, he's perfect. You'll get adeq...uate representation for and extremely reasonable cost. However, it's hit or miss getting ahold of him, and he's either on it or off. I felt I could have been better informed of the resulting legal consequences of taking a plea on my last case, and it has has a profoundly negative impact on my life. But I'm also to blame for getting myself in the situation. Like I said, I have used him in my defense in 3 criminal cases and he was never judgmental and was always understanding. He's a neat guy and honest. I do not care for his junior associate, Eric, though. Make sure when you call you get Jeff.

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Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 07

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Experience

Rating:  1.0 (Extreme Caution)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2023.

Resignation in Lieu of Discipline issued in WA, 2023

updated on 05/31/2023

Ineligible to practice law in Washington. No longer a member of the WSBA due to resignation while disciplinary proceedings were pending. Not eligible to re-apply for admission.

Suspension issued in WA, 2022

updated on 05/11/2022

This means the attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.

Reprimand issued in WA, 2016

updated on 06/20/2016

This means the attorney did something wrong, but the Bar did not suspend the lawyer. Typically in this case the lawyer's poor behavior is exposed to the public in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior.

Education

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Golden Gate University School of Law

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Stanford University

Languages

English

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