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About Avelin
Biography
Avelin served as an attorney for four years with the U.S. Army's Judge Advocate General Corps (last tour at Ft. Lewis) beginning in 1971. He began private practice in Olympia in 1975. His practice is focused on personal injury, Social Security disability, and arbitration/mediation.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 275-325 per hour
Contingency
33%-40%
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Washington for 50 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 1975
No misconduct found
Location
The Law Offices of Connolly, Tacon & Meserve
201 5th Avenue SW Suite 301, Olympia, WA, 98501
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Showing 1 - 1 of 1 review | Professionalism
Posted by John | May 17, 2010 | Personal Injury
Avelin exemplifies professionalism with every action he takes in driving your case to an expeditious positive outcome.
I was involved in a personal injury case that appeared to be heading down a protracted path and the attorney that was representing me unfortunately could not bring the case to closure. That is when I turned to Avelin for his experience and knowledge in personal injury law. He was able to quickly get ...
Avelin Paul Tacon III's Lawyer Endorsements
"Skilled and respected lawyer."
"I have known Avelin for 20 years. He has a fine reputation for having both a wide breadth of experience and knowledge in personal injury law and also a high level of personal integrity. I would not hesitate to recommend him as a lawyer, arbitrator, and mediator."
"It is no surprise that Avelin has been selected as among the best lawyers in WA State (a "Super Lawyer") for 7 consecutive yrs - which is as long as Law & Politics magazine has been publishing its annual Super Lawyers survey. Avelin's analytical skills, discipline and overall competence is unmatched. He negotiates fair and appropriate settlements, but is also an excellent trial attorney."
"Avelin Tacon is an experienced, talented lawyer who represents his clients aggressively and competently. He is seen by his colleagues as a reliable choice for arbitrator in personal injury cases. Even though he is primarily seen as a plaintiffs lawyer, defense counsel routinely agree to him as a single or "swing" arbitrator. Most lawyers in Southwest Washington would agree that Avelin is one of the top personal injury lawyers in this area."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Avelin is one of the most experienced personal injury attorneys in Thurston County. Avelin has a proven track record of getting results for his clients."
"I endorse Avelin Tacon. I have been Avelin's partner since 1978. He is well recognized by the peers in his field as evidenced by his long time status as an AV lawyer by Martindale-Hubbell. Avelin is very good about moving his client's case along to completion, which is very critical for someone who has been hurt & oftentimes out of work"
"I also endorse Avelin's work. Avelin continues to be recognized as an outstanding attorney in Washington State. His practice is focused primarily on personal injury, workers compensation, and social security disability."
"I endorse this lawyer's work."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. His Martindale-Hubbell rating and Super Lawyer recognition are a reflection of the quality of his work."
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Experience
Honors
2015
AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
Super Lawyer, Washington Law & Politics Magazine
2014
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
Super Lawyer, Washington Law & Politics Magazine
2013
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
Super Lawyer, Washington Law & Politics Magazine
2012
Super Lawyer, Washington Law & Politics Magazine
2012
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2011
Super Lawyer, Washington Law & Politics Magazine
2011
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2010
AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2009
Super Lawyer, Washington Law & Politics Magazine
2008
Super Lawyer, Washington Law & Politics Magazine
2007
Super Lawyer, Washington Law & Politics Magazine
2006
Super Lawyer, Washington Law & Politics Magazine
2005
Super Lawyer, Washington Law & Politics Magazine
2004
Super Lawyer, Washington Law & Politics Magazine
2003
Super Lawyer, Washington Law & Politics Magazine
N/A
One of the 500 Best Lawyers, Washington Law & Politics Magazine
Work Experience
1975 - Present
Partner, Connolly, Tacon & Meserve
1971 - 1975
Attorney, US Army JAG Corps
Associations
1987 - Present
Association of Trial Lawyers of AmericaMember
1981 - Present
Washington State Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
1981 - Present
National Organization of Social Security Claimants RepresentativesMember
1976 - Present
Thurston County Bar AssociationMember
1975 - Present
Washington State Bar AssociationMember
1976 - 1991
Mason County Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Vehicle v. "Cherry Picker"
Plaintiff $3,000,000
Boat Accident
Plaintiff $2,500,000
Wrongful Death (Drowning)
Plaintiff $2,000,000
Education
1968
Trinity University (San Antonio, Texas)
N/A
University of Texas School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
Publications
N/A
CBC
What do you Think? The Case of Borromeo v. Shea
Languages
English