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John Ewald Turner
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Biography
Judge Turner has been practicing law in Olympia, Washington, since 1984. In 1995 he was elected to the Washington State Court of Appeals, where he served his term with distinction. He later retired from the bench to return to his community-based law practice.
Judge Turner was born and raised in Detroit, Michigan. He graduated from Western Michigan University with a BA in sociology and social work, and earned a Juris Doctorate degree from Thomas M. Cooley Law School in 1983. Upon completion of his education, Mr. Turner moved to the Pacific Northwest to enjoy the quality of life here.
In addition to his education and experience, Judge Turner uses his dispute resolution skills and assertive representation to resolve any unavoidable legal problems. He believes that helping people understand the process and their options relieves some of the stress and uncertainty associated with legal matters.
Practice Areas
6
Practice Areas
DUI and DWI
30%
42 years | 1,000 cases
Criminal Defense
22%
42 years | 1,000 cases
Estate Planning
20%
42 years
Real Estate
15%
42 years
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Licensed in Washington for 41 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 1984
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Location
Law Offices of John Ewald Turner
501 Columbia Street NW, Suite D, Olympia, WA, 98501
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Posted by Rick R. | December 12, 2010 | Criminal Defense
Grateful to John Turner beyond words
I contacted Judge Turner after an arrest for suspicion of DUI in August of 2010. What was my one and hopefully last run-in with the law of this sort, and quite a scary occurrence, was made fathomable and less intimidating due to the experience, warmth and kindness of his office. I recall being quic...
John Ewald Turner's Lawyer Endorsements
"I am pleased to endorse Mr. Turner. His commitment to practicing law while providing fair and reasonable approaches for his clients is what I feel makes him a valuable resource in our community. Furthermore, Mr. Turner delivers clear and concise communications while managing the needs and expectations of his clients. I would highly recommend those in need of legal consultation to take advantage of his knowledge and years of experience. I have known Mr. Turner for over four years and continue to assert my professional endorsement of him, his staff, and approach to practicing law in our community."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known attorney John Turner since 1996 when our law offices were co-located in the same building in downtown Olympia. John's law practice has always emphasized criminal law defense, DUI, estate planning, and probate. He is very knowledgeable in these areas and has decades of experience. I admire John's compassionate and professional approach to legal problems. He is open-minded and easy to talk to. He is good at what he does. I recommend you give him a call and see for yourself."
"John Turner is a former appeals court judge, a capable and compassionate lawyer and a very personable man. I endorse him as a fellow lawyer in the community."
Edward DeBray
Criminal defense lawyer
Jennie Patton
Bankruptcy and debt lawyer
Experience
Honors
1996
Commencement Speaker, Thomas M. Cooley Law School
1995
Certificate of Election, Washington State Court of Appeals
Work Experience
2012 - Present
Owner, John E. Turner, PLLC
1995 - 2011
Judge, Washington State Court of Appeals
Associations
2008 - Present
Washington State Bar Association, Criminal Law SectionMember
1987 - Present
United States District Court for the Western District of WashingtonMember
1984 - Present
Washington State Bar AssociationMember
1984 - Present
Thurston County Bar AssociationMember
1984 - Present
Washington State Bar Association, Real Property, Probate and Trust SectionMember
1997 - 1999
Washington State Bar Association, Committee for Lawyer Assistance ProgramMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Maupin case
Seven-figure jury verdict. The largest in Clark County, Washington at that time.
Campbell case
Not Guilty jury verdict
Mounts case
Acquitted by jury of felony delivery of a controlled substance.
Joiner case
Acquitted by jury
Crawford case
Substantial jury award
Education
1983
Thomas M. Cooley Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
1979
Western Michigan University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2014
Performance of Ceremonies
Weddings
2009
Occasional Speaker
Estate Planning and Avoiding Probate
2009
Ocassional Speaker
What to do after a Car Accident
Publications
1997
84 Wn.App. 596, 929 P.2d 1175
State v. Campbell
1997
84 Wn.App. 602, 929 P.2d 1172
Ord v. Kitsap County
1996
83 Wn.App. 464, 921 P.2d 1098
Doherty v. Municipality of Metropolitan Seattle
1996
82 Wn.App. 471, 918 P.2d 543
In re Marriage of Schneider,
1996
82 Wn.App. 782, 919 P.2d 630
Neigel v. Harrell
1996
83 Wn.App. 662, 922 P.2d 818
Schrader v. Grange Ins. Ass'n
1996
83 Wn.App. 55, 920 P.2d 589
Sing v. John L. Scott, Inc.
1996
83 Wn.App. 77, 920 P.2d 1201
State v. Stockmyer
1996
83 Wn.App. 432, 922 P.2d 126
Pederson's Fryer Farms, Inc. v. Transamerica Ins. Co.
1996
84 Wn.App. 186, 926 P.2d 929
State v. Dykstra
1996
84 Wn.App. 214, 928 P.2d 1119
Ottgen v. Clover Park Technical College
1996
84 Wn.App. 222, 928 P.2d 1111
Harris v. Pierce County
1996
83 Wn.App. 715, 924 P.2d 44
Edwards v. Edwards
1996
83 Wn.App. 741, 923 P.2d 709
State v. Marshall
1996
84 Wn.App. 20, 924 P.2d 933
State v. Frodert
1996
84 Wn.App. 5, 924 P.2d 397
State v. Edwards
1996
84 Wn.App. 113, 924 P.2d 953
Loushin v. ITT Rayonier
1996
84 Wn.App. 387, 928 P.2d 423
Woldrich v. Vancouver Police Pension Bd.
Languages
English