$ 250-275 per hour
Joseph T G Harper
also known as Joe Harper
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Licensed in Washington for 22 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 2003
No misconduct found
Location
Harper Law Offices, Inc. P.S.
8310 S. Park Ave., Tacoma, WA, 98408-7046
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Joseph T G Harper's Reviews
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Practice Areas
Landlord & Tenant (10)
Real Estate (9)
Lawsuits & Disputes (5)
Construction & Development (2)
Ethics & Professional Responsibility (2)
Land Use & Zoning (2)
Arbitration (1)
Business (1)
Corporate & Incorporation (1)
Debt Settlement (1)
Foreclosure (1)
Government (1)
Limited Liability Company (LLC) (1)
Residential (1)
Wills & Living Wills (1)
Showing 1 - 5 of 13 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge
Posted by anonymous | October 28, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate
Not a fighter
Seemingly nice man. But, when you're spending thousands of dollars fighting for your property, 'nice' is not what you need. If you have a land issue (easment or otherwise) this is not your man.
Posted by anonymous | November 03, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Landlord & Tenant
Amazing Attorney
I came to Joseph for landlord- tenant related legal issue. I walked away with a wonderful experience. He understood my needs and helped me every step of the way. He is always available for my phone calls and questions. He provides solid effective advice to guide me through the legal process. He i...
Posted by Frances | April 12, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate
Property line dispute
Joe Harper is a first class attorney. He is honest, knowledgeable, responsive, professional, and a really nice person to work with. We had a difficult property line dispute issue and we couldn't have got through this without his help. We are very happy with the outcome thanks to Joe.
Posted by Mark | January 11, 2017 | Business
Mr. Harper is the first class attorney.
Mr. Harper has been my business attorney for the past 12 years and he has always provided excellent service and outstanding legal advice. I have recommended him to other clients as well.
Posted by Scott | January 11, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate
Well suited for a variety of needs
As a landlord, small time real estate investor, and father of 5 children, Joe Harper has had a tremendous impact on my business and personal affairs. Starting with counsel in writing leases to dealing with difficult tenants. For our real estate needs he provided contract review, coherent closing inst...
Joseph T G Harper's Lawyer Endorsements
"Joe is a dedicated and detailed oriented attorney. Joe's passion for the law carries over into his practice, which is a great benefit to his clients. I confidently endorse Joe Harper."
Nicole Ferguson
Construction and development lawyer | Aug 14
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Joe for about seven years. I have worked on several matters with Joe. He is an excellent attorney. He is professional, diligent, hard-working, ethical, and a person of his word. I can say much more about him, but probably the best compliment from a peer is to say that "I would hire you if I needed an attorney"."
Russell Atkatsh
Construction and development lawyer | Jul 28
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I have worked against Mr. Harper on several cases over the past few years. I have found Mr. Harper to be an extremely knowledgable, ethical, and effective landlord-tenant attorney. Mr. Harper's approach to the law and holistic approach to dispute resolution solves collateral issues before they arise. I highly endorse Joe Harper."
"Top-notch lawyer. Highly respected in the legal community."
"Joe has a broad knowledge base and can handle many issues competently, including bankruptcy, creditor representation, landlord-tenant, traffic tickets, and other general practice areas. I would not hesitate to refer clients to Joe."
"I was up against Mr. Harper when I was volunteering with Housing Justice Project. He is surprisingly well informed, professional and business like, and has superb control of the law, the issues, evidence and always seems to have well informed clients (whihc always makes things go better and faster). I would recommend him."
"I endorse this lawyer. He has demonstrated competence in all aspects of contracts and transactions requiring written agreements. He has strong listening and analytical skills and someone i would trust to represent a friend or family member."
"Joe and I represented opposing parties in a lawsuit. Joe was very professional and represented his client well. I would be glad to work with him again."
"I endorse this lawyer. I've worked with him on many matters. From teh initilal consultation to the conclusion of the matter, he will spend time with his clients explaining the nuances of the Landlord-Tenant Law."
"Joe Harper is a well seasoned attorney who is well familiar in the areas of construction/development law and related matters. He would be the first person whom I would refer someone who had issues in these areas of law."
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Experience
Honors
2014
Pro Bono Publico Service Commendation, Washington State Bar Association
2008
Pro Bono Publico Service Commendation, Washington State Bar Association
Work Experience
2009 - Present
Attorney, Harper Law Offices, Inc. P.S.
2006 - 2009
Attorney, Iwama Harper, PLLC
2003 - 2006
Attorney, Law Office of Joseph T. G. Harper
2001 - 2002
Legal Intern, Spokane County Prosecutor's Office
Associations
2013 - Present
Tacoma Pierce County Bar AssociationMember
2013 - Present
Seattle CenturionsBoard Member
2008 - Present
United States District Court for the Western District of WashingtonAdmitted to Practice
2003 - Present
Washington State Bar AssociationMember
Sound Life Church
Member
2014 - 2016
Cascade Christian School BoardBoard Member
2011 - 2013
Residential Housing Association of Puget SoundAssociate Member
Education
2002
Gonzaga University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1998
Eastern Washington University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
1996
Highline Community College
AA
Languages
English
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Q&A
Can I represent my client as a licensed real estate agent and as his property manager for years in a residential eviction in WA?
11 Mar 2022
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In Washington state, does a baby one year old, living with both parents in an apartment, have to have its own bedroom?
31 Oct 2019
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I was wondering if a surety bond had to be split based on the actual judgment for each party?
17 Dec 2017