George E. Telquist

George E. Telquist

5.0
Rating: 9.3

Licensed for 28 years

Car accident Lawyer at Richland, WA
Practice Areas: Car Accidents, Trucking Accident, Motorcycle Accident ... +2 more

1321 Columbia Park Trail, Richland, WA

About George

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Car Accident 45%

29 years | 2,500 cases

45%
Trucking Accident 25%

29 years | 500 cases

25%
Motorcycle Accident 15%

29 years | 250 cases

15%
Personal Injury 10%

Wrongful Death, Birth Injury, Brain Injury, Medical Malpractice

29 years | 50 cases

10%
Animal and Dog Bites 5%

29 years | 50 cases

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Contingency

33%-40%


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Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 28 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 1997

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Telare Law, PLLC

1321 Columbia Park Trail, Richland, WA, 99352

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George E. Telquist's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

32 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 8 reviews | Case Results

Posted by Bill | September 27, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

Knowledgeable and Professional

When I needed a personal injury attorney, I had no idea where to begin looking. Fortunately, a friend referred me to George Telquist at Telare Law. My case was complicated with many facets. Not only was it a third party lawsuit, it also included issues with L&I, and my employer. Not to mention de...lays due to COVID. George competently represented me, and defended me, on all fronts. George kept himself up to date with my case. He was always prepared. His research and knowledge of personal injury case law is excellent. He always presented me with potential benefits, and potential consequences, to make my decisions. I was always able to make informed and confident decisions. In the end, my third party lawsuit was settled, my issues with L&I were resolved, and I still have the same job. Everyone at Telare Law genuinely cares about their clients. Without reservation, I can highly recommend Telare Law. Do yourself a favor, stop looking and give them a call.

Posted by Melissa | August 09, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Worth every penny!

I am 2.5 years into a very messy divorce. My previous attorney didn't get things handled the way they should be, so I hired George. He is very on top of everything and always makes me feel like a priority! We have had more completed in 3 months than in 2.5 years! Highly recommend!

Posted by Krystle | May 26, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Car Accidents

Highly Recommend

George Telquist and his team are extremely responsive and knowledgeable. I was hit head on by a drunk driver, and George and his team swooped in and took care of everything. George walked me through what was going to happen, and set the expectations right away so I knew what to expect. I felt comf...ortable asking any questions I had, and left confident I had been taken care of. Beyond Five Stars-

Posted by Eric | March 01, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt

Peace of Mind

I had a large customer declare bankruptcy and I didn’t feel that my attorney at the time was pursuing all avenues to recover as much as possible. A friend had used George Telquist for a similar situation in the past and highly recommended him. After one discussion with him I was ready to switch. He p...rotected my rights as a creditor and we were able to recover all amounts owed to us. I also highly recommend Telare Law.

George Telquist

Replied last March 01, 2021

Thank you Eric. It was a pleasure working with you!

Posted by Kelly | January 27, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Business

Best lawyers in town!

George is Excellent guy to work with, our case was resolved and we have hired this law firm as our company lawyer.

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George E. Telquist's Lawyer Endorsements

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Asa LaMusga

Family lawyer | Jan 23

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"George is a passionate and knowledgeable advocate for his clients. He works hard to move cases forward in a results-orientated manner. As an opposing counsel, he is practical and no-nonsense. I endorse this lawyer."

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Mathew Purcell

Litigation lawyer | Jan 19

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"George is incredibly knowledgeable and tactful in all that he does. He gets to the point, knows the strengths and weaknesses of his cases and consistently puts himself (and his client) into the best positions for settlement or a successful Trial result."

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Andrea Clare

Litigation lawyer | Jan 12

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. George is an excellent lawyer. I have worked with him multiple times on various litigation pieces and find him very gifted in his talents advocating for real people with real problems. He attacks each case to win. He starts with a thorough understanding of the law before advising clients or making arguments to the court. He is willing to take risks, represent those without voices, advance a novel theories of law, finds a way to get the best answer/result for a client, and above all always does what he believes is right. I greatly admire this lawyer and what he brings to the practice of law."

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John Jensen

Litigation lawyer | Mar 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have worked with and against Mr. Telquist and have found him to be both professional and aggressive. If I can't handle a matter, I refer my clients to Mr. Telquist."

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Robert McMillen

Personal injury lawyer | Mar 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. George is one the premier litigators in eastern Washington"

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Edward Shea

Family lawyer

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Asa LaMusga

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Mathew Purcell

Family lawyer

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Andrea Clare

Personal injury lawyer

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John Jensen

Criminal defense lawyer

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Robert McMillen

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.3 (Superb)

Honors

2022

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2021

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2020

Top 10 Personal Injury Attorney, Attorney and Practice Magazine

2016

10 Best Attorneys in Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Personal Injury Lawyers

2015

10 Best, American Institute of Personal Injury Lawyers

2014

Gene Schuster Award for Outstanding Service, Benton-Franklin Legal Aid Society

2005

Rising Star, Washington Law & Politics Magazine

Work Experience

2007 - Present

Partner, Telare Law, PLLC

1997 - 2007

Partner, Leavy, Schultz, Davis & Fearing, PS

Associations

2020 - Present

United States Supreme Court

Attorney Member

2020 - Present

United States Court of Appeals For the Ninth Circu

Attorney Member

1997 - Present

Washington State Bar Association

Member

1997 - Present

Benton-Franklin Counties Bar Association

Member

2013 - 2018

Gonzaga School of Law, Board of Advisors

Board Member

1997 - 1998

Benton-Franklin Counties Bar Association

Secretary/Treasurer

1995 - 1997

Gonzaga Law Review

Associate Editor

Sample of Legal Cases

Clare v Clare, Ninth Circuit Ct of Appeals

Remanded for proceedings

UIM claim

$21,500

K.B. v Nesteby

Settled for $90,000

DH v Free

Resolved for $47,250

Sara F v Johnson

Resolved for $25,000

Jeanne M v Kroger Co (Fred Meyer)

Settled for $23,600

Maria E. v Bruce Heating

Settled for $88,000

A.V. v. Small

Settled for $150,000

J.M. v Grange Insurance

Policy limits ($100,000) plus waiver of PIP

K.L. v Rolon

Resolved for total value of $47,333

Schroeder v Weighall

Supreme Court ruled in favor of client. The court reasoned that the medical malpractice statute as applied to minors was unconstitutional.

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Education

1997

Gonzaga University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1993

Washington State University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2015

Benton Franklin Legal Aid CLE

Ethics and Legal Aid

Languages

English

Activity

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