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Chris received his juris doctorate degree (JD) from the Seattle University School of Law (formerly the University of Puget Sound School of Law) in 1992. Prior to law school, Chris received a Bachelor of Arts Degree, cum laude, in Criminal Justice from Washington State University in 1984 where he was also recognized with national honors (Phi Beta Kappa and Phi Kappa Phi). From 1984 to 1988, Chris proudly served with distinction in the United States Army and served from 1988 until 2002 in the United States Army Reserves when he received an Honorable Discharge having attained the rank of Major, U.S. Army Reserves.
From 1994 to 2008, Chris served as prosecuting attorney for the cities of Battle Ground, Ridgefield, and La Center, Washington and has represented the City of Ridgefield, Washington as the City Attorney since 2007.
Chris is a member in good standing of the Clark County Bar Association, Washington State Bar Association, Washington Criminal Defense Lawyers Association, and the Washington Defender Association. Chris is also the past president for the Clark County Volunteer Lawyers Program Board of Directors where he was recognized as Volunteer of the Year in 2005 and served as a Clark County Bar Association Trustee from 2005 to 2008 where he was recognized with the Clark County Bar Association’s President’s Award for his efforts in revitalizing the County Bar Association’s continuing legal education program. Chris has also serves as Judge Pro Tempore in both Clark County Superior and District Courts. On a more personal level, he is very proud of his affiliation with and support of the following conservation agencies: Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation and Ducks Unlimited.
Chris received his juris doctorate degree (JD) from the Seattle University School of Law (formerly the University of Puget Sound School of Law) in 1992. Prior to law school, Chris received a Bachelor of Arts Degree, cum laude, in Criminal Justice from Washington State University in 1984 where he was also recognized with national honors (Phi Beta Kappa and Phi Kappa Phi). From 1984 to 1988, Chris proudly served with distinction in the United States Army and served from 1988 until 2002 in the United States Army Reserves when he received an Honorable Discharge having attained the rank of Major, U.S. Army Reserves.
From 1994 to 2008, Chris served as prosecuting attorney for the cities of Battle Ground, Ridgefield, and La Center, Washington and has represented the City of Ridgefield, Washington as the City Attorney since 2007.
Chris is a member in good standing of the Clark County Bar Association, Washington State Bar Association, Washington Criminal Defense Lawyers Association, and the Washington Defender Association. Chris is also the past president for the Clark County Volunteer Lawyers Program Board of Directors where he was recognized as Volunteer of the Year in 2005 and served as a Clark County Bar Association Trustee from 2005 to 2008 where he was recognized with the Clark County Bar Association’s President’s Award for his efforts in revitalizing the County Bar Association’s continuing legal education program. Chris has also serves as Judge Pro Tempore in both Clark County Superior and District Courts. On a more personal level, he is very proud of his affiliation with and support of the following conservation agencies: Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation and Ducks Unlimited.
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1612 Columbia St, Vancouver, WA, 98660-2938
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Posted by J Campbell | October 6, 2022 | Hired Attorney
Told him my expectations and my 4 issues. He was happy to charge me thousands of dollars to always seem to forget that there was more than just one thing to take care of. When I would ask about the other items that he assured me about, he would become condescending and short with me. Didn’t follow t...
Posted by Jack | July 18, 2019 | Hired Attorney
I was referred to Chris Sundstrom by my divorce attorney who had retired. I had been served contempt of court papers when my spousal support ended at retirement. Chris did a great job and was everything you could ask in representation: efficient, dedicated to my case, on top of my case and very fair ...
Posted by anonymous | July 1, 2019 | Hired Attorney
His website specifically says he is compassionate and will fight for you! My experience with Chris and Stacy is completely the opposite! If he doesnt feel like meeting with you he will absolutely NOT meet with you or take your call, period! It doesnt matter if you desperately need him. He beats to hi...
Posted by Christi | January 29, 2019 | Hired Attorney
Chris and his team are great, I couldn't be more pleased with them. Chris & Stacy both go out of their way to make sure you understand what is going on and to make sure you know the facts. He will definitely fight for what is right and what's best for you.
Posted by Mike | December 13, 2018 | Hired Attorney
I wish I had found Chris Sundstrom when I first started my case. He came Highly recommended to me by someone in the industry and I can tell you, Retaining him and his team was the best decision I have ever made. He and his staff are so knowledgeable and in the end I got everything I was asking for. I...
"Chris is an excellent attorney in our community. I have worked with him in the criminal sector as well as in the family law realm. Chris is always very prepared and represents his clients zealously. He works well with other professionals ensuring that he is able to get the best results for his clients."
"I am happy to endorse Chris. He is well respected in the legal community and fights hard for his clients. He is well prepared for court hearings, trials and keeps abreast of the changes in the law. Chris works well with opposing counsel - which often results in a lessening of legal fees for clients."
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2004
President's Award, Clark County Bar Association
2003
Volunteer of the year, Clark County Volunteer Lawyers
1993 - Present
Partner, Spencer&Sundstrom, PLLC
2007 - 2011
City Attorney, City of Ridgefield
2006 - Present
Clark County Bar Association, Family Law SectionMember
1993 - Present
Washington State Bar AssociationMember
1993 - Present
Clark County Bar AssociationMember
Member
President
Vice President
2005 - 2008
Clark County Bar AssociationTrustee
2004 - 2009
Clark County Volunteer Lawyers ProgramBoard Member
2004 - 2008
Clark County Bar AssociationBoard of Directors
1992
JD - Juris Doctor
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