Stephen Dexter Shuman

Stephen Dexter Shuman

also known as Shuman Law Office

5.0
Rating: 7.1

Licensed for 32 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Tacoma, WA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Speeding & Traffic Ticket

2522 North Proctor, #11, Tacoma, WA

About Stephen

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Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

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Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 32 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 1993

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Location

Law Offices of Stephen Dexter Shuman

2522 North Proctor, #11, Tacoma, WA, 98406

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Stephen Dexter Shuman's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

99 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | October 29, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Motorcycle Accident

Fast, easy and reliable!!

Had a ticket for a motorcycle accident. A friend referred me. I called and give the information asked for. It was quick, easy, and the fact they take care of everything makes thing's less worrisome in the long run.

Posted by Brian | September 25, 2020 | Hired Attorney

100% would work with again

Totally professional, and personable. Stephen and Valerie are by far the best, thank you for taking my call

Posted by Panya | September 22, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Great and efficient

Getting things taken care of was easy with no hassle. Did everything over the phone and they took care of my ticket.

Posted by Robert | September 20, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Best attorney

Been using Stephen Shuman for 12 years now and I have never doubt his expertises or his willingness to assist in representing my case.I commute a lot to work and find myself ran into situations of speeding or carpooling and the outcome of every ticket always been a dismissal. I am grateful because th...at had saved my CDL and my job for over the yours of building a good relationship with knowing how trusted they will be when taking on a ticket to fight . You will be represented by trusted lawyers like Valerie and Stephen With a winning outcome. I have referred people over the years and the feedback is always positive and rewarding. Thank you Valerie and Stephen Best regards Robert

Posted by Don | September 17, 2020 | Hired Attorney

The best in the business and exceeds expectations on all levels

I have had the pleasure of having Stephen Shuman represent me since the 90's and he has not only produced excellent results, but his communication with his clients is above expectations. Along with Valerie, this team keeps you informed of your case along the whole process and ensures you are well rep...resented. Thank you Stephen and Valerie!

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Paul Ayan

Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer | Oct 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. As a local attorney, I have known Stephen Shuman throughout his legal career. Over this time, I have referred multiple clients of mine to Stephen to handle their traffic citation matters. I will continue to refer my clients to Stephen because he has always taken care of their matters in a very professional manner and his fees are very reasonable. Stephen is well respected in the Pierce and King County Courts for being well prepared and for his professionalism. I have also hired Stephen to handle my own traffic citations and I very please how the matters have turned out. If I have and future traffic infractions I would trust Stephen Shuman to handle them. Paul Ayan"

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Raymond Bishop

Business lawyer | May 18

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I am a lawyer that has hired Mr. Shuman to handle several matters for me over many years. I consider myself a very informed consumer of legal services. Mr. Shuman has always provided excellent advice, and presented very well in court where he is respected by the many attorneys he has argued against, and by the many judges he has presented to. I will continue to hire Stephen Shuman, which is an endorsement that speaks for itself. - Raymond Bishop"

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Experience

Rating:  7.1 (Very Good)

Work Experience

1993 - Present

Partner, Shuman Law Office

Associations

2018 - Present

Washington Defender Association

Member

1994 - Present

Tacoma Pierce County Bar Association

Member

1993 - Present

Washington State Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

State v. Confidential

Acquittal

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Education

1992

University of Puget Sound School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

Languages

English

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