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When it comes to what I can offer my clients, it boils down to three things: integrity, experience, and results. I help companies and people solve problems. I tailor my work to the specific needs and budget of my clients.
I have been practicing law for 25 years. I have handled a great variety of cases including, but not limtied to: breach of contract, misappropriation of trade secrets, noncompetition provisions, real property disputes, partnership disputes, corporate dissolutions, property damage, and taxation issues. I focus on clients who are active in Southwest Washington throughout Clark, Skamania, and Cowlitz counties, and beyond.
I have successfully tried many cases in state and federal courts, and I have handled dozens of arbitrations and mediations. I also has extensive experience at the appellate level.
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1409 Franklin Street, Suite 216, Vancouver, WA, 98686
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Posted by Von | September 11, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Stellar Review
We were in litigation which seemed to be at a stalemate in a civil suite. When we came to Steve, he reviewed the file quickly and understood the terms of the suit. Steve gave us several options to resolution. He was professional, knowledgeable and very responsive when communicating. We would highl...
Posted by Scott | December 07, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate
Real Estate Transaction
I asked Steven to provide advise to respond to a demand letter from an attorney representing a party that believed they properly completed a real estate agreement to purchase my house. The agreement specifically stated that failure to complete a certain section of the agreement (buyer's agent did not...
Posted by Alex | November 15, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Excellent Attorney
I hired Mr. Turner to represent me at a civil trial on short notice, and his performance and immediate grasp of the case was outstanding. He also represented me at the State Appellate and Supreme Court level with positive results. Mr. Turner is an excellent trial attorney. He has an in-depth understa...
Posted by Jennifer | June 13, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate
Knowledgeable, Understanding and Forthcoming
We’ve been dealing with a property easement issue since November 2014. The first lawyer we hired came well recommended; however, he disappointed us with his lack of interest (and knowledge) regarding our case. We decided to hire Steven and it was the best decision we made; it turned our case around....
Posted by robin | January 22, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Libel & Slander
company/personnel lawsuit
Defamation law suit by subordinate. Thanks to Steve we WON our defense of this case with Steve knowledge of the laws involved , and a commanding performance in a 3 day court battle. thank you again.
"“I endorse Steve Turner for commercial litigation and appeals. I am familiar with Steve’s work, and I find him to be smart, diligent, and tough.”"
"Steve has the rare ability to make legal issues sound interesting. He is a quick study, and his writing is very persuasive. I would not hesitate to recommend him for appellate work, or for litigation."
"I have referred multiple clients to Steve. All have been happy with the representation. One client in particular was a family member of a college friend. That client had multiple lawyers before who didn't deliver. Steve did and my friends entire family was grateful and thankful to have the lawsuit behind them."
"Steve Turner is an exceptionally capable attorney in the area of real property dealing with construction defect, environmental issues, and land use conflicts. I have worked with Steve for the past four years in the George and Donald Simpson American Inns of Court and have been very impressed with his professionalism and integrity."
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This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2025.
Reprimand issued in OR, 2025
updated on 03/24/2025This means the lawyer did something wrong but the bar did not suspend the lawyer. Typically in this case the lawyer's poor behavior is exposed to the public in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior.
Reprimand issued in WA, 2024
updated on 05/28/2024This means the attorney did something wrong, but the Bar did not suspend the lawyer. Typically in this case the lawyer's poor behavior is exposed to the public in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior.
2021
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2020
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
1989
Order of the Coif, New York University
1988
American Jurisprudence Award in Civil Litigation, New York University
1987
American Jurisprudence Award in Contracts, New York University
1986
Cum Laude Honors in Ecnomics, Cornell University
1986
Phi Beta Kappa Key, Phi Beta Kappa
2013 - Present
Managing Partner, Steven Turner Law PLLC
2009 - 2013
General Counsel, Total Mechanical, Inc.
2005 - 2009
Partner, Miller Nash
2002 - 2005
Of Counsel, Miller Nash
1999 - 2002
Of Counsel, O'Melveny & Myers LLP
1996 - 1999
Partner, Gordon & Rees
1992 - 1996
Associate, Gordon & Rees
1989 - 1992
Associate, Morrison & Foerster
2003 - Present
Clark County Bar AssociationMember
2007 - 2010
Washington State Bar Association, Litigation SectionExecutive Committee
2003 - 2009
Clark County Inns of CourtMaster
Jury awarded client 100% of damages.
Jury verdict in favor of client.
Case against client dismissed.
1989
JD - Juris Doctor
1986
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2007
Trying Cases in Clark County
2008
2007
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