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  • Tacoma, WA
  • Licensed for 24 years
Sean P. Wickens
Sean P. Wickens
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About Sean

Dedicated to Solving Your Legal Problems

Sean P. Wickens, has been practicing law in Western Washington for over 17 years.  During that time he has developed a reputation as an aggressive, innovative and skilled attorney who cares deeply for his clients and works tirelessly to protect their rights and interests.

Growing up on a family owned ranch in the State of Montana Sean learned the value of hard work and commitment, and he brings this strong work ethic and sense of duty to every case that he handles and every client that he represents.  Through his hard work and commitment to the interests of his clients, Sean has repeatedly obtained exceptional results on behalf of those clients in both State and Federal Courts and helped create legal precedent which has shaped the past, present, and future of litigation in the State of Washington.  The positive rulings which Sean has obtained in his representation of clients before the Appeals Courts and Supreme Court of the State of Washington continue to affect all residents of the State of Washington to this day.

Where other attorneys have told clients that they cannot win, Sean has stood shoulder to shoulder with those same clients fighting to successfully protect their rights and interests and helping them find the path to a successful outcome for themselves, their families and their loved ones. His passion and determination in the representation of his clients has earned him the respect and appreciation of those within the legal community.

When he is not working to protect his clients' interests, Sean is a devoted father of three who spends endless hours coaching youth sports and who donates generously of his time, efforts, and talents to various programs benefitting children.

Practice areas

Workers compensationImmigrationCriminal defenseCar accident
  1. Car accident: 35%

    24 years, 1,000 cases

  2. Criminal defense: 25%

    24 years, 1,000 cases

  3. Immigration: 20%

    11 years, 500 cases

  4. Workers compensation: 20%

    15 years, 1,000 cases

Languages spoken

Spanish

Contact

602 S Yakima Ave
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602 S Yakima Ave
Tacoma, WA, 98405-4801

Office (253) 383-4200

http://www.wickenslawgroup.com

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License
StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
WAActive199510/02/2019
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
Avvo Contributions
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Legal guides0
Awards
Award nameGrantorDate granted
Pro Bono Publico Service CommendationWashington State Bar Association2008
Pro Bono Publico Service CommendationWashington State Bar Association2007
American Jurisprudence AwardSeattle University School of LawN/A
Work Experience
TitleCompany nameDuration
Managing PartnerWickens Law Group, P.S.2007 - Present
PartnerBerneburg Wickens Armijo, P.S.2002 - Present
PartnerStaurset Wickens Berneburg1993 - 2002
Associations
Association namePosition nameDuration
Tacoma Pierce County Bar AssociationMember1995 - Present
King County Bar AssociationMember1995 - Present
Washington State Bar AssociationMember1995 - Present
Washington Association for JusticeMember1995 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationAttorney Member2012 - 2013
Hon. Robert J. Bryan American Inn of CourtAttorney Member2009 - 2012
Tacoma Pierce County Bar AssociationJudicial Qualifications Commitee2001 - 2003
Publications
Publication nameTitleDate
National Business Institute SeminarPersonal Injury Settlements2006
WSTLA CLEDisbursing Insurance Proceeds2001
Education
School nameDegreeGraduated
Seattle University School of LawJD - Juris Doctor1994
Montana State University, BozemanB.S.1986
Speaking Engagements
Conference nameTitleDate
National Business InstituteSources of Recovery and Liens2017
American Inns of CourtLitigation Skills2012
Vacating Criminal ConvictionsVacating Criminal Convictions2009
Plaintiff's Personal Injury: Practice Tips and ApplicationPersonal Injury Settlements2006
Insurance Law Basics SeminarDisbursing Insurance Proceeds2001
Legal cases
Case nameOutcome
State v. JohnsonNot Guilty all counts child molestation and rape.
State v. Riley, 143 Wn.App. 41, 177 P.3d 115 (2008)Won Washington Court of Appeals Case which Allowed My Client to Vacate Criminal History
Winters v. State Farm Mutual Auto Ins. Co., 144 Wn.2d 869, 31 P.2d 1164 (2001)Won Supreme Court case against State Farm
State v. MazzanteNot Guilty all counts.
State v. Falkner, 85 Wn.App. 1094 (1997)Reversed Client's Murder Conviction on Appeal
State v. BrownNot Guilty first degree murder.

Reviews

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Highly Recommended Attorney

Posted by anonymousFri Oct 25 2013

After being injured by a automobile accident, I tried to navigate the maze of insurance claims myself. It was very frustrating. A year after the accident I retained Sean to sort through everything. Within six months my claim was settled and I received monetary compensation from both my insurer and the driver's, which I had not expected. Sean and his staff were professional, prompt, compassionate and very easy to work with. I would highly recommend working with Sean if you have a personal injury claim.

Criminal Defense

Posted by JohnTue Jul 24 2012

Sean Wickens is an honorable, honest and trustworthy Attorney. I was referred to him by another attorney. He immediately understood what I needed and expected of him as my attorney, kept me informed of progress in the case. Mr Wickens' word is his bond, something you do not see much of anymore. Thanks Sean for a job well done!
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Attorney endorsements

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Michael Waddington, Military law Attorney on Jun 4, 2014
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I endorse Sean. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community.

Michael Clark, Personal injury Attorney on Apr 20, 2013
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I endorse this lawyer. Sean is a hard nosed and well respected lawyer. He fights tirelessly for his clients to achieve the best results possible.

Kent Underwood, Criminal defense Attorney on Apr 3, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Sean is personable and effective. I highly recommend him.

Kenneth Blanford, DUI and DWI Attorney on Mar 29, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I have known Sean for years. He is an excellent trial attorney, and knows how the systems works. He gets great results for his clients.

M. Miller, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Mar 25, 2013
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I endorse this lawyer.

Harry Steinmetz, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 20, 2013
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I've known Sean for years. Sean is smart as a whip and a tireless advocate. He is a great negotiator and a great trial lawyer. You can't got wrong with Sean.

Philip Thornton, Federal crime Attorney on Mar 17, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I have know Sean for over 10 years. We have represented co-defendants in several cases. I often seek his advise on difficult issues. I know him to be a thorough and intelligent advocate for his clients. I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer.

Donald Winskill, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 16, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Mr. Wickens is a highly competent and experienced criminal defense attorney. He is well known in the community for being well prepared and zealous in his advocacy. I endorse this lawyer.

Jeffrey Goldman, Immigration Attorney on Feb 16, 2011
Relationship: Worked for lawyer

I endorse this lawyer. Sean is a zealous advocate for those charged with a crime. He is an experienced trial attorney and has the respect of Judges and opposing counsel alike. If a family member was charged with a crime, I would refer them to Sean.

Timothy Healy, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 19, 2011
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I endorse this lawyer

James Oliver, Personal injury Attorney on Nov 12, 2007
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I endorse this lawyer's work. Exceptional trial attorney.

Ephraim Benjamin, Violent crime Attorney on Jun 7, 2007
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I endorse this lawyer's work.

Cost

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  • Hourly Rates$175-$225/hour
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    • Contingency A contingency fee is the percent of the final award a lawyer will receive as compensation. For some of these cases, lawyers will only be paid if there is a successful outcome.25%-35%
    PAYMENT METHODS

    Cash, Check, Credit Card

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