Vernon W. Harkins

Vernon W. Harkins

also known as Vern Harkins

5.0
Rating: 9.7

Licensed for 49 years

Car accident Lawyer at Tacoma, WA
Practice Areas: Car Accidents, Medical Malpractice, Trucking Accident ... +2 more

4701 S. 19th Street, Suite 300, Tacoma, WA

About Vernon

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Car Accident 35%

50 years

35%
Brain Injury 10%

45 years

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes

Contingency

25%-40%


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Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 49 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 1976

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Rush, Hannula, Harkins & Kyler, L.L.P.

4701 S. 19th Street, Suite 300, Tacoma, WA, 98405-1199

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Vernon W. Harkins's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

14 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | February 14, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Attorney

I hired Mr Harkins to represent me with my car accident. He and his staff kept in touch with me about all matters concerning my insurance claims and consulted with all insurance companies involved. I didn't have to worry about anything. We didn't go to court, but my settlement was very satisfacto...ry. Mr Harkins and his staff were very sympathetic, caring and patient, taking my calls and answering any questions I had. I would highly recommend him to anyone needing an attorney for an accident

Posted by JAMES | December 19, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

MARCH 2014 CAR ACCIDENT

Mr. Harkins represented me in a fair and competent manor and extracted the full amount of compensation my insurance policy allowed. The insurance company had only offered 46% of my personal injury amount under my policy. My accident was the result of an uninsured, unlicensed teenage driver crossing t...he center line of the roadway and crashing head-on into my vehicle with my wife and I both sustaining injuries. Mr. Harkins' through research and due diligence prevailed during an arbitration meeting with the arbitrator ruling in my favor thus enticing the insurance companies change of heart.

Posted by Suzanne | February 1, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Motor Vehicle Accident

I was injured in a serious motor vehicle accident where the other driver was at fault. Vern Harkins and his staff were very helpful and walked me step-by-step through the difficult process of dealing with the insurance company, their attorneys, and doctors. Vern was always very professional..., trustworthy, and kept me apprised of what was happening with my case on a regular basis. I was extremely happy with the outcome of my case, and am very thankful for his attention to every detail and his expertise. I would highly recommend Vern and his firm.

Posted by Dawn | October 30, 2015 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Review of attorney Vernon W. Harkins

My Husband and I got in a bad car accident where another person was at fault. We hired Vern to represent us!!! He did a wonderful Job and I would highly recommend him!!!!

Posted by Curt | October 23, 2015 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Vern Harkins

We interviewed several attorneys to handle our auto accident (this, after spending several months trying to prod the at-fault insurance company, with no success). Vern promised and delivered a very professional and successful handling of our case. We received significant $$ for "pain and suffering".... Vern also negotiated significant reductions in the amounts we were required to pay back to our own insurance companies. The whole process took about one year; Vern's firm kept us apprised of every step along the way. He was personally always available to us. We would not have done half as well on our own.

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Vernon W. Harkins's Lawyer Endorsements

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Matthew Ennis

Brain injury lawyer | Feb 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Vern is an accomplished trial attorney and zealous advocate for justice. Clients would be well served to have him in their corner. I wholeheartedly recommend him."

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John Ennis

Personal injury lawyer | Feb 09

Relationship: Friend

"I can endorse Vern Harkins without reservation. Vern has a well-earned reputation as a thoughtful and very capable and professional trial lawyer."

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Kenneth Masters

Personal injury lawyer | Feb 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I happily endorse this very experienced lawyer. He is not only a fine and caring attorney, working hard for his clients, but he gives back to his community and to his profession in so many ways. Vern is simply a great person. I would certainly hire him."

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David Snell

Personal injury lawyer | Jun 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work."

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Experience

Rating:  9.7 (Superb)

Honors

2017

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2017

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2007

Top 40 Plaintiff Personal Lawyer in Washington State,

2007

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2007

Plaintiff Personal Injury Lawyer,

2006

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2006

Plaintiff Personal Injury Lawyer,

2005

Super Lawyer,

2005

Plaintiff Personal Injury Lawyer,

2004

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2004

Plaintiff Personal Injury Lawyer,

2003

Plaintiff Personal Injury Lawyer,

2003

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2002

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2002

Plaintiff Personal Injury Lawyer,

2001

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

Work Experience

1980 - Present

Attorney, Rush Hannula Harkins & Kyler LLP

1977 - 1980

Attorney, Richter Wimberley & Ericson

Associations

2012 - Present

American Association for Justice

Trucking Litigation Group

2006 - Present

Washington State Trial Lawyers Association

Court Rules Committee

1999 - Present

American Board of Trial Advocates

Member

1980 - Present

Tacoma Pierce County Bar Association

Member

1980 - Present

American Association for Justice

Member

1978 - Present

Washington State Trial Lawyers Association

Member

1976 - Present

Washington State Bar Association

Member

1976 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

1976 - Present

Washington State Bar Association

Member

2012 - 2015

Washington State Bar Association

Board of Governors Member

2002 - 2004

Tacoma Pierce County Bar Association

Board of Trustees

Sample of Legal Cases

Motor cycle accident

The case settled for $1,500,000.

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Education

1975

Gonzaga University School of Law

Juris Doctor

1975

Gonzaga University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2001

Trial Lawyers

Discovery: Where There Is Smoke There Is Fire

1998

Annual Year End Update

Year End Update and Judges Corner

1997

Trial Lawyers-Insurance Law Seminar

Interfacing UIM Arbitration Clauses with State Statute

1994

Trial Lawyers

94 Best Seminars-Dram Shop Claims

1994

Trial Lawyers

Dram Shop Claims

1993

Young Lawyers

Trial Skills-Opening Statement

1993

Trial Lawyers

UIM and MAR Arbitrations

1992

Young Lawyers

Trial Practice Skills

1989

Year End Potpourri

Wrongful Death Claims

Languages

English

Activity

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