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Thomas C. Phelan

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Avvo Rating8.6
  • Vancouver, WA
  • Licensed for 40 years
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About Thomas

Practice areas

Personal injuryCriminal defense
  1. Criminal defense: 50%

    Represent all types of matters, from homicide to DWI.

    41 years

  2. 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.

    41 years

Languages spoken

English

Contact

904 Esther St
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904 Esther St
Vancouver, WA, 98660-3026

Resume

License
StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
ORActive198901/09/2021
WAActive198012/23/2020
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
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Awards
Award nameGrantorDate granted
Rising StarColumbian Newspaper1986
Associations
Association namePosition nameDuration
Oregon State BarN/A1989 - Present
Washington Criminal Defense Lawyers AssociationN/A1980 - Present
Clark County Bar AssociationN/A1980 - Present
Simpson Inns Of CourtFormer PresidentN/A
Washington State Association for JusticeN/AN/A
Education
School nameDegreeGraduated
University of Puget Sound School of LawJD - Juris Doctor1980
University of OregonBS - Bachelor of Science1977

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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.

Attorney endorsements

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John Terry, Criminal defense Attorney on Feb 24, 2018
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

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

Patrick Robinson, Criminal defense Attorney on Dec 28, 2017
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.

Jeffrey Hatch, Criminal defense Attorney on Apr 28, 2017
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.

John Green, Criminal defense Attorney on Apr 12, 2016
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.

Dustin Richardson, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 15, 2015
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.

Alan Harvey, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 1, 2015
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.

Michael Waddington, Criminal defense Attorney on Jun 6, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

William Thayer, Criminal defense Attorney on Feb 6, 2014
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.

Chad Sleight, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 24, 2013
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I endorse this lawyer.

Cost

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  • Hourly Rates$400-$400/hour
    RATES
    • Contingency A contingency fee is the percent of the final award a lawyer will receive as compensation. For some of these cases, lawyers will only be paid if there is a successful outcome.33%-45%
    PAYMENT METHODS

    Cash, Check, Credit Card