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Terry William Church
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Biography
I have been practicing law in the South Puget Sound since 1990. I am a Puget Sound native and graduated from Washington State University in 1984.
I am currently a member of the Washington State Association for Justice (WSAJ), have served as a chair of the WSAJ Thurston County Roundtable, and have been an Eagle member of WSAJ for many years.
I am a member of the Washington State Bar Association, and the Thurston and Pierce County Bar Associations. I am currently serving on the Thurston County Bar Association Board of Directors. I am contributing author to the Washington State Bar Association publication Washington Civil Trial and Evidence Manual, Voir Dire to Verdict (Fifth Edition, 2004).
In addition to being an advocate for injured people, I am also active in local civil courts as an arbitrator and mediator, and am regularly selected as an arbitrator to perform mandatory arbitrations in Thurston County Superior Court. I have also served as a Judge Pro-Tem and Settlement Conference Judge for Thurston County District Court.
Practice Areas
1
Practice Area
Car Accident
100%
35 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Contingency
33%-33%
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Licensed in Washington for 35 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 1990
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Location
Law Offices of Terry William Church
202 Central St Ne Ste 200, Olympia, WA, 98506-4480
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Posted by Candice | December 16, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury
Highly Recommend
I highly recommend Terry Church and his team at Church Rietzke Johnson. They helped me with my recent auto accident personal injury case. Terry & Joey made the process smooth and easy to understand, even during Covid. Hiring them put my mind at ease that my doctor bills would be covered without me fi...
Posted by Pam | October 03, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Car Accidents
Professional from beginning to end!
From the moment I hired Terry Church and his staff to handle my two automobile accidents, I felt like a heavy load had been lifted off my shoulders! Turning over the stress of dealing with PIP and insurance calls enabled me to put all my energy into healing physically and emotionally. I encourage ...
Posted by Justin | March 14, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Car Accidents
Two Thumbs Up!!
I retained Terry to help with a PIP claim. He was clear and thorough during all of our meetings and phone calls. If I had agreed with the person at fault to bypass the legal system I never would have felt comfortable receiving the medical services I did. Terry allayed my fears and anxieties about con...
Terry William Church's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Terry for several years and have arbitrated several cases in front of him. I have always found him to be thoughtful and professional in hearing matters and providing fair results. He understands the plight of the injured and does them justice. I highly recommend him!"
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Terry is an excellent attorney and an asset to the local bar as well as the community."
"I endorse this lawyer. Terry is one the best PI attorneys in Washington. He is thorough and aggressive for his clients. And a good guy"
"Terry is a well-known, established lawyer in the South Puget Sound area, who has a strong command of personal injury law. He cares about his clients and works tirelessly to get the best results possible for them. He does not hesitate to litigate when necessary, and gives sound, experienced advice to his clients. I whole-heartedly endorse him."
"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer. My son was injured in an animal attack years ago and the insurance company handling the matter had an adjuster who literally seemed to be discounting the monetary value of my son's damages because my wife and I happen to be attorneys. Terry was appointed my son's GAL at time of settlement and he effectively worked to force a fair and unbiased settlement for my son. My wife and I continue to this day to recommend him for GAL services. AVVO puts high value on "peer endorsement" but the reality is Terry Church has more than my respect as a peer - he has my respect as the father of one of his client's."
"I endorse this lawyer. Terry is a smart and skilled attorney who is totally committed to obtaining the best possible recovery for his clients."
"I have known Terry Church for many years. I've observed Terry in action as he represents his clients who have suffered personal injuries and he does an excellent job for them. Terry and his staff always go the extra mile in helping others."
"Terry is an experienced personal injury lawyer who connects with his clients and is always well prepared. He is a tough and effective negotiator respected by his peers and those in the insurance industry, I endorse his competence and integrity."
Stuart Shelton
Personal injury lawyer
Avelin Tacon
Personal injury lawyer
Experience
Honors
2020
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2018
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
1984
Outstanding Journalism Graduate, Society of Professional Jourrnalists
Work Experience
1998 - Present
Partner, Church Rietzke PLLC
1990 - 1998
Partner, Morris & Church
Associations
2020 - Present
Thurston Volunteer Legal ServicesPresident
2011 - Present
Thurston County Bar AssociationBoard Member
1998 - Present
Tacoma Pierce County Bar AssociationMember
1990 - Present
Washington State Bar AssociationMember
1990 - Present
Washington State Association for JusticeEagle Member
2015 - 2016
Thurston County Bar AssociationPresident
2013 - 2014
Thurston County Bar AssociationTreasurer
Education
1990
University of Puget Sound School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1984
Washington State University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2012
Two Tracks: "Real Estate" -or- "Personal Injury"
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Publications
2004
Washington Civil Trial and Evidence Manual
Contributing Author
Languages
English