John Anton Sterbick

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John Anton Sterbick

4.8
Rating: 9.8

Licensed for 37 years

Tax Lawyer at Tacoma, WA
Practice Areas: Tax, Bankruptcy & Debt, Personal Injury ... +4 more

1010 S I St, Tacoma, WA

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About John

Biography

Our Proven Expertise Leads To Positive Results, Helping You Achieve The Best Possible Outcome For Your Problem. Call Today

I will help you defeat the stigma of bankruptcy and the burden of debt.

I am a second generation PI Attorney with a lifetime of experience. Call me for a free consultation

I have practiced tax relief for over 30 years. Call me for a free consultation.

Practice Areas

7

Practice Areas

Tax 40%

40%
Bankruptcy and Debt 10%

10%
Car Accident 10%

10%
Chapter 11 Bankruptcy 10%

10%
Chapter 13 Bankruptcy 10%

10%
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy 10%

10%
Personal Injury 10%

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 37 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 1988

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of John Anton Sterbick

1010 S I St, Tacoma, WA, 98405-4555

sterbick.com/

Online Presence

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John Anton Sterbick's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

74 Client Reviews

Showing 16 - 20 of 24 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by Paul F | February 09, 2013 | Tax

Extremely Helful

John did an excellent job of reviewing my situation, giving advice, and handling the necessary paperwork for submittal to the IRS. I had come to a frustrating point in my dealing directly with the IRS on past due obligations. I was getting the IRS letters and had a property lien filed. John was abl...e to stop the collection process and was successful in receiving an Offer in Compromise. The amount was pennies on the dollar in order to settle this obligation.

Posted by Sean L | January 09, 2013 | Chapter 13 Bankruptcy

A Great Attorney with a Great Team

John and his team were very instrumental in helping me through such a difficult time in my life. I originally hired John and Lorelei to file a CH 13 bankruptcy over a year ago and that process went smoothly. I had to hire John and Lorelei again to covert the CH 13 to a CH 7 due to a loss of income.... When that happened they took great care of me with compassion and timeliness. I can't say Thank You enough to the entire team at this law office for the tremendous amount of support and help you gave to me! I give my highest recommendation to John Sterbick and his team for any and all your legal needs! Thank You John and Thank You Lorelei!!!

Posted by Martin | October 02, 2012 | Bankruptcy & Debt

Thank you, Mr Sterbick and Associates

Mr Sterbick and associates worked very closely with my family and I, with a great sense of profesionalism to see us through very difficult times during our bankruptcy process. They kept us very well informed with a step by step attitude. We were given exceptional guidence as they advised us through ...the legalities of bankruptcy. My wife and I highly recommend Mr Sterbicks and associates exceptional services to any who is considering a bankruptcy. They handled all of our affairs with a great sense of expediency to include handling all of our creditors. Thankyou Mr Sterbick and associates for all you have done for us.

Posted by David | August 30, 2012 | Tax

Highly recommended

I went to see John Sterbick about issues which had me owing the IRS over $80,000.00. John and his staff, in particular Lorelei and Pam, were very professional and knew their stuff. John found a way to get the entire debt cancelled and as of 26 August 2012 the IRS has closed their investigation into... my situation and released their lien. John Sterbick and his staff have made me a free man again; not having to wonder anymore what mayhem the IRS is going to cause me in the future. The $1,500.00 fee I paid for his knowledge and ability to get the job done quickly is less than what I've heard other attorneys and law firms quote and I consider it to be money very well spent. He and his staff are friendly and engaging, proficient and caring and I can't recommend them with more sincerity and deep appreciation.

Posted by Leanne | July 26, 2012 | Tax

Great Service

Mr. Sterbick, Thank you so much for all your help with my IRS case. I was very lost and confused before I came to you for help. I truly didn't know what to do and how to handle it. It was a nightmare for me. You have helped me see the light at the end of the tunnel and you gave me hope. I... was granted innocent spouse relief under IRC section 66(c) for the entire tax liability. Now I can move on with my life. Thanks again for everything.

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John Anton Sterbick's Lawyer Endorsements

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Robert Ricketts

Tax lawyer | Jan 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"John is an exceptional attorney. His dedication, expertise, and ethic set him apart. I endorse this lawyer without hesitation."

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Arthur Parks

Tax lawyer | Jul 12

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer without reservation. John is highly skilled, thoughtful, kind, and professional. An asset to our legal community and the public he serves."

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George Nickel

Personal injury lawyer | Jan 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Kenneth Blanford

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jan 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"John knows bankruptcy, tax, and personal injury work. I endorse his work."

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Edgar Hall

Tax lawyer | Apr 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Tax law is a complicated area that takes a high level of expertise to handle competently. Mr. Sterbick is known around the Tacoma area as a go to attorney for this practice and definitely an attorney I would not hesitate to refer clients to."

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Thomas Morningstar

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Dec 21

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer. For tax and bankruptcy especially Mr. Sterbick is aces in my book."

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Michael Maltby

Tax lawyer | Jun 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly endorse this attorney. I am familiar with his work and his knowledge of tax law. He gets great results because he knows the system and is smart."

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Michael Waddington

Family lawyer | Nov 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Edgar Hall

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Jeffrey Foster

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Experience

Rating:  9.8 (Superb)

Honors

2022

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2021

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2020

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2019

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2018

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

1988 - Present

Attorney, Sterbick and Associates

Associations

2011 - Present

National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys

Member

Washington State Trial Lawyers Association

Member

Washington State Bar Association

Member

Washington State Bar Association

Member

Education

1988

Seattle University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1978

Gonzaga University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

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