Thomas C. Phelan

Thomas C. Phelan

5.0
Rating: 8.6

Licensed for 45 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Vancouver, WA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury

904 Esther St, Vancouver, WA

About Thomas

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 50%

Represent all types of matters, from homicide to DWI.

46 years

50%
Personal Injury 50%

I have obtained millions in settlments or verdicts for clients who have been injured or killed due to the negligence of others.

46 years

50%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 400-400 per hour

Contingency

33%-45%


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Oregon for 37 years

State: Oregon

Acquired: 1989

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Washington for 45 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 1980

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Thomas C. Phelan

904 Esther St, Vancouver, WA, 98660-3026

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Posted by Don | October 30, 2012 | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Review of Thomas Phelan

I was in traffic Court for a serious trumped up charge of 2nd degree negligent driving that was issued by "Truck Driver Hater" Patrolman. This citation would have damaged my ability to have any gainful employment of any kind, never mind truck driving. I caught the attention of Mr. Phelan after he ...won a case for a client, and asked if he would consider to represent me before he returned to his office. I had reason to suspect after observing the Judge in one other case, that he might not be as fair to me as he should be if I did not have representation. In a short period of time Mr. Phelan reviewed my evidence, and was able to determine that my citation was clearly unjust. Several minutes later, he had my citation dismissed. I think he has great skills and abilities, and I will remain very thankful to him for the professional and prompt manner in which he helped me.

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Thomas C. Phelan's Lawyer Endorsements

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John Terry

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 24

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Tom is an attorney you want on your side. Tom is wise, ethical, and hardworking."

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Patrick Robinson

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 28

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Tom is one of the most well-known attorneys in town and everyone looks up to him. I've had several cases against him as a prosecutor and while we had our courtroom battles we always maintained a professional, constructive relationship. Tom is a top notch attorney and I'd completely recommend him."

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Jeffrey Hatch

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Tom for over 15 years. Tom is an exceptional criminal defense attorney and I have been happy to refer cases to him."

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John Green

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Tom Phelan is one of the most respected and accomplished trial attorneys in Clark County, Washington. He is a superb advocate, possesses a keen legal mind, and will spare no effort in defending his clients."

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Dustin Richardson

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. In my previous position as a Senior Deputy Prosecuting Attorney, I had many opportunities to work across from Tom Phelan on cases ranging from domestic violence to child abuse allegations. I always found Tom to be an excellent litigator and strong advocate for his clients."

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Alan Harvey

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 01

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I have known Thomas (Tom) Phelan for over 15 years. For the past 10 years I was a Deputy/Senior Deputy Prosecutor in the Major Crimes Unit or in the Children's Justice Unit. Tom and I have had many very difficult and sensitive matters in which we were opposing counsel. Tom is one of the best attorneys I had the pleasure to prosecute cases against. Tom and I have dealt with Class A sex offenses, an Attempted Murder, and many other serious cases. He has always been a zealous advocate for his clients. In my opinion he is one of the best attorneys in his practice area, criminal defense, in the state. I have a great deal of respect for his abilities and if I were ever in trouble I want him to represent me."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Thomas. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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William Thayer

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Tom for over 33 years and we have shared work and ideas on many cases and issues. He is an excellent criminal defense attorney who also handles personal injury cases, with significant appellate as well as trial court experience. I wholeheartedly endorse him."

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Chad Sleight

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  8.6 (Excellent)

Honors

1986

Rising Star, Columbian Newspaper

Associations

1989 - Present

Oregon State Bar

1980 - Present

Washington Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

1980 - Present

Clark County Bar Association

Simpson Inns Of Court

Former President

Washington State Association for Justice

Education

1980

University of Puget Sound School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1977

University of Oregon

BS - Bachelor of Science

Languages

English

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