Joyce Marie Heritage

Joyce Marie Heritage

4.6
Rating: 8.6

Licensed for 25 years

Speeding and traffic ticket Lawyer at Cle Elum, WA
Practice Areas: Speeding & Traffic Ticket, DUI & DWI, Criminal Defense

Po Box 50, Cle Elum, WA

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Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 25 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 2000

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Law Offices of Joyce Marie Heritage

Po Box 50, Cle Elum, WA, 98922-0050

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Joyce Marie Heritage's Reviews

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4.7 /5.0

82 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 11 reviews | Communication Style

Posted by anonymous | October 29, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Lazy

I hired Heritage Law (attorney Liz Gagley) expecting real representation and communication. Instead, the experience was disappointing from start to finish. I was never contacted before my court date, never told what the plan or strategy was. The only real communication I received was an email sayi...ng I lost my case — maybe four sentences long. No explanation, no breakdown, just a quick message and a reference to the “representation agreement” to justify it. Every reply after that felt copy-pasted and dismissive. I understand not every case can be won, but what bothered me most was the complete lack of communication and care. I never once spoke directly with the attorney. It felt like my case was just another file in a stack, not something anyone actually worked on. In my opinion, this firm treats clients like numbers instead of people. I paid expecting effort and guidance but was left in the dark the entire time. I wouldn’t recommend this experience to anyone who expects real communication or professionalism.

Posted by anonymous | February 16, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

1%

Joyce makes claims of absolute certainty of what to expect and is very often completely wrong. She does not instill confidence or even seem well prepared. The outcomes of my cases were not awful but I feel that had nothing to do with her skill or competence as a lawyer. As is typical of lawyers she w...as very active about messaging me to get payment but was a poor communicator otherwise. I would have chosen another attorney but she was unfortunately the only one available locally.

Joyce Heritage

Replied last February 16, 2016

Unfortunately, I am not told who this comment is from. I would be happy to discuss this and would be interested in receiving additional feedback with specifics on how we can improve. It is difficult to determine what went wrong because this person does not disclose anything specific and even says that the result was not awful. Please contact my office. I would encourage any readers of this review to read the many other reviews posted herein and contact us with questions.

Posted by anonymous | September 30, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Excellent

This was my second time hiring Joyce Heritage for a traffic ticket. Both times, all I had to do was send her office a copy of my ticket and forget about it. As soon as the case was over, I promptly received an email letting me know the results of my case. Thank you.

Posted by Martin | March 15, 2015 | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Excellent representation in Chelan County

Heritage Law represented me in Chelan District Court regarding a speeding citation. They were clear about the fees, the process, kept me informed and ensured this experience was minimally stressful. Follow up after the court ruling was prompt, I couldn't ask for anything more. As a bonus they got my ...case dismissed in a district that is notoriously tough on traffic citations.

Posted by Neel | March 12, 2015

Want your case taken care of right?

This is the place to get cases handled the right way. They are not only good at communicating effectively but they get the job done. Thank you so much. I would recommend there services to anyone. I usually read reviews and feel that someone must just get paid to do it. This company made me realize th...ose people who really do deserve a good review. This law firm is it.

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Joyce Marie Heritage's Lawyer Endorsements

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Antone Weber

Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer | Jul 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Ms. Heritage as a traffic attorney for a considerable time. In court she is always extremely well prepared, knowledgeable of the law and her arguments are very well thought out and presented. I do also refer cases to her when they fall in a court outside my practice area, so I do not make this endorsement lightly."

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Shane McKinnie

Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer | Apr 16

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Joyce has a wealth of knowledge when it comes to traffic ticket defense. She is someone I go to for advice and is always available to help others. She is also incredibly intelligent, hardworking, and known for getting great results for her clients. I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer."

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Daniel Polage

Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer | Jul 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Joyce is one of the very best in the state. She works every angle of a traffic infraction to get the best possible outcome - which quite often is a finding of not committed or dismissal in her cases."

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Antonio Garguile

Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer | Jun 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Joyce is an excellent attorney, who is very is very knowledgable on the law! I have referred her clients on more than one occasion in the past and will continue to do so! I endorse this attorney!"

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Elizabeth Powell

Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer | Feb 25

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I've known Joyce since 1996; she has really come into her own with her traffic / DUI / speeding practice, it is wonderful to watch her in action! She travels over most of the State and appears in various courts on a regular basis, sort of like judges used to ride circuit. She is well regarded, knows her stuff and is genuinely helpful! I refer people with confidence and I have always heard good things back. I am happy to give Joyce a ringing endorsement!"

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Lisa Donaldson

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Joyce is a wonderful colleague. I appreciate her talent, drive and professionalism. I gladly recommend my friends and clients to her."

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Kenlynn Gallinger

Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer | Jan 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Joyce has a proven track record of outstanding representation. I have consulted with her on traffic matters, and referred her clients that were out of my geographic area with the knowledge that they are getting a top notch attorney. I highly recommend her."

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W Phipps

Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer | Jan 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Joyce fights zealously for her clients, and achieves incredible results from many courts in Washington State. I would highly recommend Joyce for legal services!"

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Ken Tsiprin

Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer | Jan 06

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Joyce is a quality lawyer with an excellent reputation in the courthouse. See is well-respected by judges, prosecutors and defense attorneys for her legal skills. I strongly recommend her. If you want to win call Joyce."

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Michael Sheehan

Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer | Jan 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I've referred numerous clients to Joyce in the past two years. In each case, Joyce worked extremely hard to satisfy the client and to secure the best possible result. Joyce takes her job seriously, every day. I endorse this lawyer wholeheartedly."

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Reed Yurchak

Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer | Jan 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"It has been a pleasure to know Joyce. From her charitable activities in the community, to her diligence, professionalism, and competence in the court room - I fully endorse this lawyer."

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W Phipps

Criminal defense lawyer

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Jennifer Apitz

Criminal defense lawyer

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John Snyder

Criminal defense lawyer

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Victoria Iverson

Criminal defense lawyer

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Mark Chmelewski

Criminal defense lawyer

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Daniel Polage

Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer

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Reed Yurchak

Criminal defense lawyer

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Kenlynn Gallinger

Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.6 (Excellent)

Work Experience

2000 - Present

Attorney- Owner, Heritage Law Office

Associations

2000 - Present

Washington State Bar Association

Member

Washington Association of Traffic Attorneys

Member

Washington Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys

Member

Kittitas County Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Habitual traffic case

Cases removed as deferral, non moving and dismissal. He got his license back

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Education

2000

Seattle University

JD - Juris Doctor

1996

Evergreen State College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

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