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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.
Practice areas
- DUI and DWI: 35%
16 years, 500 cases
- Criminal defense: 35%
16 years, 800 cases
- Personal injury: 30%
19 years, 500 cases
Languages spoken
English
Photos and videos
Resume
| State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| WA | Active | 2000 | 11/05/2019 |
| Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
|---|---|---|
| Certificate of Appreciation | NALS | 2014 |
| Clients' Choice Award | Avvo | 2012 |
| Avvo | Top Criminal Defense | 2012 |
| Title | Company name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Blanford Law | 2007 - Present | |
| Legal Research and Writing Professor | Tacoma Community College | 2005 - Present |
| Law Offices Of Monte Hester | 2004 - 2007 | |
| Palace Law Offices | 2002 - 2003 | |
| Messina Bulzomi Christensen | 2000 - 2002 |
| Association name | Position name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Alaska’s Online Pro Bono Legal Advice Clinic | Member | 2019 - Present |
| Tacoma Pierce County Bar Association | President | 2019 - Present |
| Tacoma Pierce County Bar Association | Vice President | 2018 - Present |
| Pierce County Bar Association | Secretary/Treasurer | 2015 - Present |
| (WLA) Washington Lawyers for the Arts | Member | 2014 - Present |
| WSAJ Taylor Bridge Fire Volunteer Attorney | Member | 2012 - Present |
|---|---|---|
| Ronald Roslyn Cle Elum Heritage Club | Member | 2012 - Present |
| Pierce County Bar Annual Golf Trophy Tournament Committee | Member | 2011 - Present |
| Tacoma Pierce County Bar Association, Bar Convention Committee | Member | 2011 - Present |
| Tacoma Attorneys Round Table | Member | 2011 - Present |
| Pierce County Bar Association Convention Committee | Member | 2010 - Present |
| Washington State Association for Justice | Member | 2007 - Present |
| Washington Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys | Member | 2006 - Present |
| Tacoma Pierce County Bar Association, Criminal Law Section | Member | 2005 - Present |
| American Bar Association | Member | 2000 - Present |
| Federal Bar Association | N/A | 2000 - Present |
| Tacoma Pierce County Bar Association | Member | 2000 - Present |
| Tacoma Pierce County Bar Association | Vice President | 2018 - 2019 |
| Tacoma Pierce County Bar Association, Young Lawyers Section | President | 2004 - 2005 |
| Tacoma Pierce County Bar Association, Young Lawyers Section | Trustee | 2003 - 2004 |
| Washington State Trial Lawyers Association | Member | 2002 - 2007 |
| American Inns of Court | Member | 2002 - 2003 |
| Tacoma Pierce County Bar Association, Lawyer Referral Committee | CoChair | 2002 - 2003 |
| Publication name | Title | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Trial News | Mortal Evidence: The Forensics Behind Nine Shocking Cases | 2005 |
| Hester Law Group | Juveniles Are Still Not Entitled to Jury Trials | 2005 |
| School name | Degree | Graduated |
|---|---|---|
| Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers College | Regional Seminar | 2010 |
| Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers College | Regional Seminar | 2009 |
| University of Idaho College of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 1999 |
| Eastern Washington University | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 1995 |
| Skagit Valley Community College | AA | 1993 |
| Conference name | Title | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Educational Seminar | DUI's/Criminal Law | 2014 |
| DAC Cle | Bail Bonds and Representing Indigent Defendants | 2014 |
| Criminal Law Quickie | Bail Bonds | 2014 |
| Bail Bonds & Pierce County Courts | Bail Bonds | 2014 |
| Hot Coffee discusion of Tort Reform at CWU | Tort Reform | 2012 |
| Pierce County Family Law Section Meeting | Expunge/Vacation of Criminal Convictions | 2009 |
|---|---|---|
| Presentation of the Liberty Bell Award | Professionalism | 2005 |
| Pierce County Bar Association Luncheon | War Stories | 2005 |
| Law Day | Protecting the interests of Children | 2001 |
| Case name | Outcome |
|---|---|
| Speeding over the Speed Limit | Dismissal |
| Speeding Too Fast for Conditions | Dismissed |
| Theft in the 3rd Degree | Dismissed |
| Kittitas County Infraction | dismissed |
| Speed Infraction | Dismissed |
| Assault 4 DV | Dismissed |
|---|---|
| Speed Infraction | Dismissed |
| School Bus Violation | Dismissed |
| Unlawful Possession of a Stolen Vehicle | Dismissed |
| Unlawful Possession of a Stolen Vehicle | Felony dismissed, Credit for Times served on the Theft 3rd |
| Theft in the 3rd | Dismissed on Defense Motion |
| Evading Industrial Insurance Premiums and Theft 1st Degree | Convictions reversed and remanded for retrial |
| Malicious Mischief in the third degree | Dismissed |
| Trafficking in Stolen Property in the First Degree | Dismissed |
| Assault 2nd Degree, Assault 4th Degree | Not Guilty At Trial |
| Residential Burglary | Dismissal |
| Harassment (Physical Damage) | Dismissed on Defense Motion |
| Attempted Indecent Liberties and Felony Harassment with a Firearm Enhancement | Dismissal |
| Personal Injury Case | Dismissed First Day of Trial |
| Possession of A Stolen Car, Possession of A Controlled Substance | Dismissal |
| Unlawful Possession of a Controlled Substance | Dismissal |
| Theft in the Second Degree, Trafficking in Stolen Property in the First Degree | Dismissal |
| Felony Harassment | Dismissal |
| Assault 2nd Degree | Not Guilty at Trial |
| Unlawful Possession of a Controlled Substance with Intent to Deliver, Unlawful Manufacturing of a Controlled Substance | Dismissal |
| Speeding 20 Mph Over, No Insurance, No Tabs | Dismissed |
| Criminal Trespass in the Second Degree | Dismissal |
| Attempted Assault 3rd | Dismissed |
| Malicious Mischief in the 2nd Degree | Dismissal |
| Malicious mischief in the third degree | Dismissed Day of Trial |
Recommend to my family and friends!
Posted by David
Mon Feb 18 2019
Hit and Run charges dismissed
Posted by William
Sat Nov 03 2018
Attorney endorsements
(26)Lindsay Camandona, Divorce and separation Attorney on May 21, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Jill Rogers, Divorce and separation Attorney on Mar 19, 2015
Relationship: Other
A very knowledge and competent attorney. I endorse this lawyer.
John Sterbick, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Jan 15, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Michael Waddington, Military law Attorney on May 27, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse Kenneth. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community.
Jonathan Stubbs, Personal injury Attorney on Aug 7, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Ken is a skilled advocate for his clients rights.
Sean Wickens, Car accident Attorney on Mar 17, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Ken is a skilled advocate and a true gentleman who is liked and respected by his peers.
Daniel Ehrlich, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 4, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse Ken. He is a brilliant and passionate advocate, with incredible experience under his belt.
Rose Eberhart, Child custody 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.
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.
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.
Andrew Yi, Criminal defense Attorney on Sep 12, 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!
Sophia Palmer, Divorce and separation Attorney on Jul 20, 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.
Melissa Odama Hart, Car accident 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.
David Snell, Workers compensation 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.
Kimberly April, Divorce and separation Attorney on May 17, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Scott Moriarity, Speeding and traffic ticket Attorney on Mar 8, 2012
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Ken is hard working and intelligent attorney who works hard for his clients.
Shane Silverthorn, Criminal defense Attorney on Feb 22, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Jennifer Vickers Freeman, Criminal defense Attorney on Dec 30, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
David Britton, Real estate 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.
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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