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Kenneth W Blanford

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  • Tacoma, WA
  • Licensed for 21 years
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About Kenneth

It's essential to get a good sense of what we're all about. Beyond being aware of what type of law we practice, defining who we are is just as important. Obviously, selecting a criminal defense attorney is a critical decision. A firm with experience is, no doubt, a must have – however, it's crucial to work with a firm you're comfortable with, and have the utmost confidence in.

We believe that the Blanford Law attitude and approach set us apart. And, our owner and lead attorney, Ken Blanford, exemplifies the essence of the firm. Put simply, Ken is passionate about connecting with clients on a personal level. He fosters relationships without assumptions, without preconceived notions, and he focuses on establishing a deep rapport with every individual he represents.

Taking the lead from Ken, we are a firm where what you see is what you get – in the best sense of the phrase. We are no-nonsense and relentless, yet we maintain pride in being fair and honest. Maybe opposite of what you're prepared to expect from attorneys, here at Blanford Law we're great listeners instead of fast talkers – that's just who we are.

With over 10 years of defense experience, Blanford Law represents clients across Washington: King, Pierce, Kitsap, Kittitas, Jefferson, Thurston, Snohomish, Yakima, Lewis, Island, Cowlitz, Clallam, Chelan, Grant, Whitman, Walla-Walla, Skamania, Clark, Grays Harbor, Okanogan, Spokane, Skagit and Mason Counties, as well as Seattle and Tacoma Federal District Court.

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Practice areas

Personal injuryCriminal defenseDUI and DWI
  1. DUI and DWI: 35%

    18 years, 500 cases

  2. Criminal defense: 35%

    18 years, 800 cases

  3. Personal injury: 30%

    21 years, 500 cases

Languages spoken

English

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Contact

Blanford Law

705 S 9th Street
Suite 303
Tacoma, WA, 98405-4600

    Resume

    License
    StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
    WAActive200011/13/2021
    We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
    Avvo Contributions
    Legal answers40
    Legal guides16
    Awards
    Award nameGrantorDate granted
    Certificate of AppreciationNALS2014
    Clients' Choice AwardAvvo2012
    AvvoTop Criminal Defense2012
    Work Experience
    TitleCompany nameDuration
    Blanford Law2007 - Present
    Legal Research and Writing ProfessorTacoma Community College2005 - Present
    Law Offices Of Monte Hester2004 - 2007
    Palace Law Offices2002 - 2003
    Messina Bulzomi Christensen2000 - 2002
    Associations
    Association namePosition nameDuration
    Citizen Advisory CommitteeMember2021 - Present
    Kittitas County Bar AssociationVice President2021 - Present
    Tacoma-Pierce County Bar AssociationPast President2020 - Present
    Alaska’s Online Pro Bono Legal Advice ClinicMember2019 - Present
    Tacoma Pierce County Bar AssociationPresident2019 - Present
    Tacoma Pierce County Bar AssociationVice President2018 - Present
    Pierce County Bar AssociationSecretary/Treasurer2015 - Present
    (WLA) Washington Lawyers for the ArtsMember2014 - Present
    WSAJ Taylor Bridge Fire Volunteer AttorneyMember2012 - Present
    Ronald Roslyn Cle Elum Heritage ClubMember2012 - Present
    Tacoma Attorneys Round TableMember2011 - Present
    Tacoma Pierce County Bar Association, Bar Convention CommitteeMember2011 - Present
    Pierce County Bar Annual Golf Trophy Tournament CommitteeMember2011 - Present
    Pierce County Bar Association Convention CommitteeMember2010 - Present
    Washington State Association for JusticeMember2007 - Present
    Washington Association of Criminal Defense AttorneysMember2006 - Present
    Tacoma Pierce County Bar Association, Criminal Law SectionMember2005 - Present
    American Bar AssociationMember2000 - Present
    Federal Bar AssociationN/A2000 - Present
    Tacoma Pierce County Bar AssociationMember2000 - Present
    Tacoma Pierce County Bar AssociationVice President2018 - 2019
    Tacoma Pierce County Bar Association, Young Lawyers SectionPresident2004 - 2005
    Tacoma Pierce County Bar Association, Young Lawyers SectionTrustee2003 - 2004
    Washington State Trial Lawyers AssociationMember2002 - 2007
    American Inns of CourtMember2002 - 2003
    Tacoma Pierce County Bar Association, Lawyer Referral CommitteeCoChair2002 - 2003
    Publications
    Publication nameTitleDate
    Trial NewsMortal Evidence: The Forensics Behind Nine Shocking Cases2005
    Hester Law GroupJuveniles Are Still Not Entitled to Jury Trials2005
    Education
    School nameDegreeGraduated
    ABA Bar Leader Ship ConferenceN/A2019
    Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers CollegeRegional Seminar2010
    Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers CollegeRegional Seminar2009
    University of Idaho College of LawJD - Juris Doctor1999
    Eastern Washington UniversityBA - Bachelor of Arts1995
    Skagit Valley Community CollegeAA1993
    Speaking Engagements
    Conference nameTitleDate
    Educational SeminarDUI's/Criminal Law2014
    DAC CleBail Bonds and Representing Indigent Defendants2014
    Criminal Law QuickieBail Bonds2014
    Bail Bonds & Pierce County CourtsBail Bonds2014
    Hot Coffee discusion of Tort Reform at CWUTort Reform2012
    Pierce County Family Law Section MeetingExpunge/Vacation of Criminal Convictions2009
    Presentation of the Liberty Bell AwardProfessionalism2005
    Pierce County Bar Association LuncheonWar Stories2005
    Law DayProtecting the interests of Children2001
    Legal cases
    Case nameOutcome
    Assault 4th DegreeDismissal
    Speed over the LimitDismissal
    Speeding Over the Speed LimitDismissed
    Speeding over the Speed LimitDismisal
    Speeding over the Speed LimitDismissal
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    Reviews

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    Client Review

    5.0 stars

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    Ken has been my attorney for over 13 years now. His ability to fight for his client is incredible. He has kept me from surveying time on many occasions and gets me my best possible outcome to my case. He cares and is always a phone call away. Truly the best in the business, I trust him with my life and I don’t say that lightly.
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    Client

    5.0 stars

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    Always easy to work with. Quick to respond, thorough and efficient. I have been a client for over 15yrs. Has helped me through my speeding tickets and accident. Whether my fault or not. He has been my hero
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    You need look no further for an Attorney

    5.0 stars

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    I called Ken Blanford explained my situation, he calmed me down asked me some questions and told me everything will be and not to stress about it, he explained to me what could happen but assured me again not to stress. Ken Blanford is a man of his word he is honest and doesn't sugar coat anything and he always speaks the truth, I highly recommend if you are in trouble or need some one to fight for you Ken Blanford is the attorney Is the attorney you want in your corner.
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    Ideal Outcome

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    Ken was very understanding of my situation and provided a pragmatic, straight forward approach to my case. He was great at explaining details, getting me the information I needed and achieving the results I desired. I had a lot riding on the outcome of my case and with his help, my case was dismissed. By explaining my priorities, and what my intent for him was, he was able to go to work to get the exact outcome I was hoping for. I could not be happier with his performance.
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    Great experience !

    5.0 stars

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    Thankful for Kens promptness and follow up for a speeding ticket. Walked me through the process and represented me without needing to be present. Felt completely taken care of and he cared ! Thank you Ken. His office as well is very easy to work with.
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    Ken is wonderful

    5.0 stars

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    Calm and thoughtful. Confident and a straight shooter. Extremely good at weighing the opposition.
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    Recommend to my family and friends!

    5.0 stars

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    My case was just a terrible/horrible accident that should have never happened but due to my irresponsible actions it caused so many headaches for a lot of my family members throughout the entire case. The last thing I needed was a terrible attorney, and that I didn’t get. Ken understood my actions were an accident. His part in my case was to proove to the court that I’m not a bad guy but a guy that made a bad decision and that he did. He really worked with me, was very patient, and his approach to my case deserves so much more credit. I recommend anyone who works with Ken to show him respect, and be patient. Be mindful that courts and trials take months but rest assured that Ken will be there the entire time defending you until the end of the case. Best of luck to you.
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    Hit and Run charges dismissed

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    I hired Ken to help with a hit and run charge I was facing. From the start, Ken explained the situation to me and how to best move forward. He was extremely knowledgeable, and helpful throughout the entire process. In the end Ken was able to get all the charges dismissed. I am very thankful to have meet such a great professional and would recommend his services to anyone!
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    Speeding Ticket Dismissed!

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    Ken got my speeding ticket dismissed, it was so easy and I didn't even have to appear. It was worth it he did a great job and the outcome is exactly what I hoped for!
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    Excellent work by Ken!

    5.0 stars

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    Ken helped me with a few tickets, easiest process ever. I didn’t have to go to court and he took care of everything! Would definitely hire him again and recommend him to friends.
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    Attorney endorsements

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    Lawyer Lindsay Diane Camandona

    Lindsay Camandona, Criminal defense Attorney on May 21, 2015
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer.

    Lawyer Jill L Rogers

    Jill Rogers, Unknown Attorney on Mar 19, 2015
    Relationship: Other

    A very knowledge and competent attorney. I endorse this lawyer.

    Lawyer Lindsay Diane Camandona

    Lindsay Camandona, Criminal defense Attorney on May 21, 2015
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer.

    Lawyer Jill L Rogers

    Jill Rogers, Unknown Attorney on Mar 19, 2015
    Relationship: Other

    A very knowledge and competent attorney. I endorse this lawyer.

    Lawyer John Anton Sterbick

    John Sterbick, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 15, 2015
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer.

    Lawyer Michael S. Waddington

    Michael Waddington, Criminal defense Attorney on May 26, 2014
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse Kenneth. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community.

    Lawyer Jonathan Frank Stubbs

    Jonathan Stubbs, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 6, 2013
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer. Ken is a skilled advocate for his clients rights.

    Lawyer Sean P. Wickens

    Sean Wickens, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 16, 2013
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    Ken is a skilled advocate and a true gentleman who is liked and respected by his peers.

    Lawyer Daniel Benn Ehrlich

    Daniel Ehrlich, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 3, 2013
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse Ken. He is a brilliant and passionate advocate, with incredible experience under his belt.

    Lawyer Rose Marie Eberhart

    Rose Eberhart, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 31, 2013
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer. He responds quickly and knows what he is doing. I refer friends and clients to him.

    Lawyer Kent W Underwood

    Kent Underwood, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 24, 2012
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    Ken is smart, helpful and excellent to work with. I would not hesitate in retaining him.

    Lawyer Matthew Wade McGowan

    Matthew McGowan, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 16, 2012
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    Ken has taught me more, more concisely, than any other attorney, ever. You should probably hire him.

    Lawyer Andrew Yi

    Andrew Yi, Unknown Attorney on Sep 11, 2012
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer. During my time as a prosecutor, I always found Ken to be well prepared and a highly effective advocate for his clients. Now as a criminal defense attorney, I admire him for these same qualities. I highly recommend Ken!

    Lawyer Sophia May Palmer

    Sophia Palmer, Criminal defense Attorney on Jul 19, 2012
    Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

    Ken is a dedicated advocate for his clients. He has an incredible depth and breadth of knowledge and experience that allows him to obtain excellent results for his clients. He is reasonable and down to earth which allows him to provide his clients with a no-nonsense evaluation of their matter and potential outcomes. I enthusiastically endorse Ken and his quality of work.

    Lawyer Melissa Odama Hart

    Melissa Odama Hart, Personal injury Attorney on Jul 6, 2012
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Blanford is a very talented, gifted trial attorney. His clients are lucky to have him.

    Lawyer David Charles Snell

    David Snell, Criminal defense Attorney on Jun 12, 2012
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    Ken is bright and personable. His clients can rely on his expertise. Ken has excelled in Local Bar fundraising and support, including for our annual Convention. I strongly endorse this lawyer.

    Lawyer Kimberly L April

    Kimberly April, Criminal defense Attorney on May 17, 2012
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer.

    Lawyer Scott M Moriarity

    Scott Moriarity, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 7, 2012
    Relationship: Worked together on matter

    Ken is hard working and intelligent attorney who works hard for his clients.

    Lawyer Shane M Silverthorn

    Shane Silverthorn, Unknown Attorney on Feb 22, 2012
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer.

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    Jennifer Vickers Freeman, Criminal defense Attorney on Dec 30, 2011
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer.

    Lawyer David James Britton

    David Britton, Criminal defense Attorney on Jun 28, 2011
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer. I am happy to refer my clients who need a good criminal defense lawyer to Ken, because I know he will give them highly competent representation and will treat them fairly.

    Lawyer Gregory A Magee

    Gregory Magee, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 22, 2011
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer. Ken knows the law. He is intelligent and well prepared. I would recommend his services to anyone.

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