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Thomas Andrew Balerud
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About Thomas
Biography
Thomas Balerud now takes on exclusively personal injury cases and fights hard for his clients, securing personal injury settlements that make a profound difference in his client's lives. His law practice is located in downtown Tacoma. Tom is a graduate of both Pacific Lutheran University and the University of Puget Sound. Tom has enjoyed success in many well publicized high-profile State and Federal cases. Tom and his experienced staff are currently available to assist clients in all civil and Personal Injury cases.
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Licensed in Washington for 35 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 1990
No misconduct found
Location
Law Office of Thomas A. Balerud
417 S. G Street, Tacoma, WA, 98405-4711
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Posted by Job | November 18, 2009 | Employment & Labor
Tom is a great lawyer!
Tom is currently representing me and is doing a great job. He's saved me thousands of dollars and my job! I would recommend Tom to anyone who is serious about keeping what is most important to them.
Posted by anonymous | January 27, 2009 | Criminal Defense
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TOM has represented me on 2 different occasions. As of recent in puyallup. I have hired and fired other Attorneys and I have to say Tom is hands down the BEST ATTORNEY in Pierce County. When the chips where on the table this guy knows his stuff and will fight for his client. Tom saved my butt from go...
Posted by anonymous | January 23, 2008 | Criminal Defense
Best Attorney in Tacoma
I hired Mr. Balerud to assist me on a criminal case that also involved a large cash seizure. He beat my 3 count prison exposure case down to only 2 months of home arrest. As to my civil forfeiture, he beat that as well. All my vehicles (my SUV and both of my Mercedes) along with $10,000 cash were ret...
Posted by anonymous | January 23, 2008 | Criminal Defense
best lawyer in tacoma
this guy knows his stuff. he made pierce co. finest look like dumd a---- on the stand beat my case hands down!!!!
Thomas Andrew Balerud's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse Tom! Tom brings great energy and fights for his clients throughout for the best results."
"Tom is a top notch lawyer in the area of criminal defense. I have had the privilege of working with him a bit on a couple of matters, and have always been impressed with his work."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Mr. Balerud and have been opposing counsel with him in the past. He is a smart, dedicated professional. Tom's also a very nice guy too!"
"I endorse Thomas. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"Tom is an excellent lawyer and compelling advocate for his clients. I began my career working for Tom and learned a great deal watching him argue on behalf of those he represented."
"Tom Balerud is a top-notch criminal defense attorney who can be trusted to work hard on your case."
"Smart! Quick! Bold! Efffective! In the 15 years that I have known Tom these are but a few of his oustanding qualities he has shown. I strongly recommend him."
"Tom and I have worked many case together through out the years. He is by far one of the best lawyers I've ever worked with."
"I endorse this lawyer. Great attorney, that always comes up with new ideas in the representation of his clients."
"I have known Thomas Balerud, a Tacoma, Washington criminal defense attorney for twenty years. We were classmates at the University of Puget Sound Law School. Since then, both of us have practiced in Tacoma. As a result, I have had the opportunity to assess his competence as an attorney first hand. On many occasions, I have observed Mr. Balerud in court during pretrial and trial sessions. He exhibits excellent communication skills and relates well to juries. Tom Balerud engages in a great deal of preparation for court appearances. His legal arguments are thorough yet succinct. He anticipates counter-arguments and judicial scrutiny well. Tom Balerud is well above the vast majority of his colleagues in overall competence. Mr. Balerud never fails to improve his skills. He is conscientious and willing to take difficult cases. Accordingly, he deserves a superb rating."
"Mr. Balerud is not only an excellent attorney, he is an institution in Pierce County courts. I highly recommend this lawyer."
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Experience
Honors
2016
AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2005
Mentor Recognition Award,
1998
YMCA Mock Trial Service Recognition Award,
1989
Negotiation Award,
Work Experience
1991 - Present
Owner, Law Office of Thomas A. Balerud
Associations
2011 - Present
Quinault Tribal Bar AssociationMember
2008 - Present
Nisqually Tribal Bar AssociationMember
2005 - Present
Eastern District of Washinton Federal CourtMember
2003 - Present
Puyallup Tribal CourtMember
1995 - Present
U.S. Court of Appeals, 9th CircuitMember
1991 - Present
Western District of Washington Federal CourtMember
2007 - 2010
Tacoma Pierce County Bar AssociationTrustee
Sample of Legal Cases
$150,000 - Award against Pierce County Sheriff's Department
$150,000
$1.2 Million - Sexual Harassment
$1.2 Million Mediation
$225,000 - Trucking Accident
$225,000
$280,000 T-Bone Motor Vehicle Accident
$280,000
Medical Marijuana Acquittal
Not guilty
$275,000 - Head-on Motor Vehicle Accident
$275,000
Sexual Harassment
Confidential
Education
1989
Seattle University School of Law
Juris Doctorate
1982
Pacific Lutheran University
Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2001
Law Day
Primer on our legal system
1993
Church Forum
Death Penalty Practice in Washington State
1991
Lions Conference
Efficacy of Death Penalty as Deterrence in Washington State
Publications
2023
NW Sidebar
The Benefits of Jumping
1998
Washington Law & Politics
The Joys of Litigation Lawsuits of the Year
Languages
English
Spanish
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What type of lawyer do I need ?
08 Oct 2024
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I had $100k PIP, incurred $14k in bills and PIP paid $5k
05 Jul 2020
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I Stole from Walmart in Washington state, How much will all of the total fees be?
25 Aug 2011