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I was born in New York, New York and raised in Central Florida. I received my Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting from Hodges University in Naples, Florida and my Juris Doctorate degree from the Gonzaga University School of Law.
I have provided a wide range of legal services to my clients since 2012, including federal tax assistance, criminal defense, estate planning, and family law. My experience includes providing Indian law expertise and tribal jurisdiction analysis for federal clients including the Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA), Department of Justice (DOJ), and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).
I began my legal career as a legal researcher for Kauffman & Associates, Inc. in Spokane, Washington. Thereafter, I opened my own law practice dedicated to family law and criminal defense prior to becoming a Tri-Cities Attorney. Since moving to Yakima in 2017, I represented a wide variety of clients before finding my home with the Yakima County Department of Assigned Counsel. Now, I exclusively assist my clients in defending their rights in mental health and therapeutic cases.
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I am licensed to practice law in Washington State. I am a member of the Washington State Bar Association.
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9 Client Reviews
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Posted by Heather | August 11, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Patient, excellent attorney who doesn't overcharge
Terasita represented me during my divorce 6 years ago which ended up in mediation. I am not an easy client because I will ask a million questions and I like detailed answers and I also have a tendency to change my mind often on what I should or shouldn't do. She easily could've become impatient and...
Posted by Dexter | January 13, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Don't ever use
6000 dollars later and i,can't even see my son she lost case after case was never prepared an now after loseing all my case she can't even return my casls never use her she is a waist of money.
Posted by Stephen | December 03, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Teresita Varela
I have greatly appreciated the support Teresita Varela was able to provide during my divorce. As a father of four children I was not confident that primary custody would be achievable, however with Teresita's help it was! Teresita has been approachable, flexible, insightful, and professional.
Posted by David | June 13, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Family
Tenacious!
I unfortunately have had an adversarial relationship with my ex wife for the past 7 years. Most recently, she filed court paperwork charging me with harassment. Rather than try and fight the claim on my own, I sought out legal counsel and a family friend referred me to Teresita. Going to court, I'm ...
Posted by Peter | May 15, 2016 | Hired Attorney
A lawyer with a heart
Teresita has been so great to work with, she did and has done everything possible to get me the best outcome possible. She is super personable and actually cares about the well being of her clients. Thank you so much for everything you have done!
"Teresita is a passionate advocate for her clients. She is patient and thoughtful and works to make the legal process as fluid as possible. I endorse this lawyer."
"Teresita is passionate about helping her clients and exploring all solutions possible in an effort to achieve the best outcome. I endorse this lawyer."
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2019
The local Hero award, Board of Governors of the Washington State bar association
2018
2018 10 Best Attorney Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2018 - Present
Principal/Owner at Varela Legal, PLLC, Varela Legal, PLLC
2017 - 2018
Associate Attorney, Gravis Law, PLLC
2016 - 2017
Associate Attorney, Law Office of Kari Hayles-Davenport
2016 - 2016
Principal/Owner, Varela Legal, PLLC
2015 - 2016
Associate Attorney, Clearwater Law Group
2015 - 2015
Associate Attorney, Spokane County Public Defender Office
2013 - 2015
Legal Researcher, Kauffman & Associates, Inc.
2019 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2013 - Present
Washington State Bar Association
2016 - 2018
Benton Franklin County Bar Association
2013 - 2016
Spokane County Bar Association
2013
JD - Juris Doctor
2008
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Spanish
English