Shelton Lawyers

Thomas Balerud, after 17 years with the same firm, has opened his own law practice, located in downtown Tacoma. Tom is a graduate of both Pacific Lutheran University and the University of Puget Sound. Tom has enjoyed success in many well publicized high-profile State and Federal cases. He is currently serving as a Trustee to the TPCBA. Tom and his experienced staff are currently available to assist clients in his two practice areas: Criminal Law and Personal Injury.

Mike has been practicing law in the Puget Sound area for over 35 years, emphasizing traumatic brain injury, catastrophic injury and insurance bad faith claims. A brain injury survivor himself, Mike has dedicated his career to helping victims of brain injury and other long-term, disabling injuries.

I provide legal services in Kitsap and Jefferson Counties in Western Washington. I am selective about the cases I take so I can provide my clients with full representation and also offer competitive rates within my practice area.

Spencer Freeman, a Colorado native and cum laude graduate of Seattle University School of Law (1995), has made a significant mark in the legal field. Honored with the National Order of Barristers at graduation, he began his career in Tacoma as a prosecutor, developing formidable trial skills. He then transitioned to personal injury and criminal defense, demonstrating a deep commitment to advocating for injured victims. In 2000, Mr. Freeman joined a top Seattle law firm, collaborating with leading lawyers on high-profile cases, notably in encrypted satellite signal theft. This experience honed his expertise in federal court litigation and intellectual property law....

Andy Kralios is a medical malpractice and personal injury attorney at Washington Law Center PLLC. Andy previously worked in a large insurance defense law firm advising hospital risk management departments. He then ran his own successful practice in the Northeast where he led trials on behalf of injured hospital patients. More recently, Andy worked at the General Counsel’s Office of MultiCare Health System.

Labor & Industries Attorney with 13 Years Experience Litigating Workers' Compensation, Personal Injury, Medical Malpractice And Wrongful Death Cases. Co-Founder of Washington Law Center. Recognized As A Leading Washington Attorney In The Fight To Protect Injured Workers And Their Families.

Examples of Large Entities Litigated Against: Boeing; Costco; Walmart; McDonalds; Labor Ready; Exon Mobile; School Districts; Large Hotels; Counties; Virtually Every Insurance Company With A Name, And The State of Washington. No Opponent is Too Big (The Bigger Their Size, The Bigger Their Wallet).

Successes Include: Thousands of Clients Served. Tens of...

For 23 years I have focused on tax, estate planning and business law. If you need tax planning, IRS representation, tax compliance advice, or estate planning and probate, I have the experience you are looking for. I practice in the U.S. Tax Court and represent clients directly with IRS. I enjoy working with individuals with tax representation and estate planning. I also have extensive experience in many aspects of commercial law, as a corporate counsel, in new business startup, and as a general accounting advisor. I am a partner at GSJones Law Group, P.S. in...

I have been in practice for almost 30 years. My practice has focused primarily on helping individuals, families, and small businesses navigate through the bankruptcy process. My goal is to help people take back their lives. I also help those who need to organize their estates so that they may enjoy the fruits of their labors and direct the distribution to their heirs.

Scott Campbell has been in practice for more than 32 years. He graduated from Whitworth College and then Seattle University law School. Scott began his practice in Montesano, Washington with an emphasis in criminal defense where he represented people accused of crimes in many difference situations. As the years passed, his practice grew, and he focused on family law and the representation of injured individuals. He has had great success taking on insurance companies and other big businesses that caused harm to regular people. He has achieved excellent results, from settlements of a 4.4 million-dollar case...

Attorney David Hatch is an aggressive and successful criminal defense trial lawyer with extensive experience with DUI cases as well as all serious felony and misdemeanor charges. Wills, Probate, Evictions.

Divorce and Family Law Attorney and Mediator for 15+ years. Problem Solver and Advocate. Helping individuals and families make smart decisions and move forward with their lives - happier.

With considerable experience as an attorney, mediator, and pro tempore Superior Court commissioner, Cameron Fleury has a comprehensive understanding of the complex legal and financial issues involved in divorce. His well-rounded perspective allows him to assess each client’s situation accurately and obtain favorable results.

Clients learn quickly that Cameron is fully committed to their cases. It is not uncommon for him to receive notes of gratitude, even years after a matter has been resolved.

"I have substantial empathy for what my clients are going through, as I have had many of the same life experiences. My goal is to get my clients...

Neil Juneja is an intellectual property and cannabis lawyer. He is the founder and managing partner of Gleam Law, a cannabis law firm headquartered in Seattle, WA. His impeccable track record and years of cannabis business law experience – including navigating the complexities of patents, trademarks, and copyrights – helps Gleam Law stand out from the competition. Neil founded Gleam Law because he realized other cannabis law firms provided legal advice to businesses in a vacuum. He wanted to provide legal decisions in the context of the business world and counsel long-term success. Other cannabis business attorneys are not just risk-adverse...

Dave has an active practice representing both broker-dealers and consumers in complex securities and insurance matters. Prior to joining Compass Law Group, Mr Gaba represented broker-dealers and stockbrokers at Golbeck Roth pllc and was an Assistant Attorney General for the State of Washington handling complex state and federal litigation; he has also been an Administrative Law Judge and serves as an arbitrator for FINRA and the American Arbitration Association. Dave also represents securities industry clients in employment matters and drafted and presented the FINRA employment law training to all FINRA arbitrators in Washington and Oregon. Mr. Gaba has a...

At Iddins Law Group, our skilled team is dedicated to providing client-focused services in Probate, Estate Planning, Elder Law, Personal Injury, and DUIs.

Katy Sweeden (formerly Dacanay) is the managing partner for the land use division at Dimension Law Group, specializing in real estate law and focusing on land use and development. With over 15 years of experience, Katy is widely regarded as one of the leading attorneys in the Puget Sound area, especially in matters related to single-family condominiums and Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) condominiums. Since the implementation of the Washington Uniform Common Interest Ownership Act (WUCIOA) in 2018, Katy has completed approximately 1,000 condominium projects, cementing her reputation as a top consultant for complex condominium law issues. Katy’s legal practice is tailored to...

Scott Meyer is a Senior Associate Attorney specializing in Land Use and Development at Dimension Law Group in Washington. With over ten years of experience in real estate law, construction law, and land use regulations, Scott provides strategic legal guidance to developers, property owners, and businesses navigating Washington’s complex zoning laws, permitting processes, and real estate transactions. Scott earned his Juris Doctor from Seattle University School of Law and has extensive experience handling transactional real estate and construction matters throughout Washington State. His legal approach is client-focused, solution-driven, and results-oriented, ensuring that clients receive practical legal solutions tailored to Washington’s...

I'm Myrna Luna, an immigration lawyer passionately committed to supporting those seeking a new chapter in the United States. What distinguishes me is a unique combination of professional expertise and personal experience. As the daughter of immigrants, I've been touched by the journey that so many of my clients are embarking upon. This personal connection fuels my empathetic approach and tireless commitment, infusing my practice with a level of dedication that is genuinely personal. My expertise spans a wide array of immigration law services. Whether it's family immigration, work visas, green cards, asylum, or citizenship, I handle even the most...

Ashley Park is an Associate Attorney at Dimension Law Group, focusing on Estate Planning and Probate. She is passionate about helping families protect their loved ones, plan for the future, and find peace of mind during life’s most challenging times. With three years of experience, Ashley is known for her kind approach and ability to simplify complex legal processes stress-free. In Estate Planning, Ashley helps clients create Wills, Trusts, Powers of Attorney, and Healthcare Directives. She listens to her clients’ needs and builds plans to protect their families, avoid disputes, and honor their wishes. Her goal is to make planning for...

As a small business owner, I have worked with many professionals, including lawyers. Through my experience with lawyers, I became intrigued by the highly litigious role of the attorney in our society. Like doctors who use preventive medicine to help their patients avoid sickness and disease, lawyers can help their clients avoid unnecessary hardships. Lawyers help direct their clients to prevent personal and property damage or mitigate larger losses by directing them towards the proper course of action. Like preventive medicine, preventive law is more cost-effective than going through litigation. Most of what we really need to know in life cannot...

Chuck practices in both State and Federal Courts, as well as many Tribal Courts. Chuck is a semi-retired Tribal Court Judge, having acted for 16 years as a judge on specific cases for 32 different Indian Tribes located in the states of Alaska, Washington, Oregon, California, Nevada, Idaho, Montana, Wisconsin and Nebraska. Chuck has also been appointed as a Special Master Judge for the Mashantucket Pequot Tribe in Connecticut. On occasion Chuck is still appointed by Tribes to act as a trial or appellate judge.

In addition to Indian law, Chuck has an...

I have been doing adoption work for many years and I keep my practice small so I can devote more personal attention to each matter. I work on a fixed-fee basis as much as possible so my clients can take full advantage of the personal service I provide without worrying about the cost. Even if you do not work with me, please use an attorney with adoption expertise to handle your adoption-related matter. You can find skilled, ethical adoption attorneys on the Academy of Adoption and Assisted Reproduction Attorneys website - www.adoptionattorneys.org.

Christopher Swaby is an attorney in private practice accepting appointments to represent indigent defendants charged with class A offenses around the state. He began his career in 1990 as a staff attorney for the Public Defender Service for the District of Columbia. Christopher moved to eastern Washington in 2000, where he practiced on the felony defense panel in Benton County. He moved to the Seattle area and joined the Defender Association (TDA) as a staff attorney in the felony division, later promoted to felony division supervisor. Christopher left TDA in 2012 and joined a small boutique...

About Thomas

I have been a practicing attorney in the state of Washington since 1998. Since that time I pride myself in being a problem solver for my clients. Clients come to me with a variety of problems and legal issues. It is my job to help solve those problems and to resolve their issues. Sometimes the answer to the problem is aggressive litigation while other times simple, competent assistance with legal transactions is all that is needed. Regardless of what type of problem or legal issue you have, I am here to help you solve...

Shawna Mirghanbari recently celebrated her 25 Year Law Anniversary. Shawna has been an Adjunct Professor of Business Ethics at Seattle University. Shawna has also taught Paralegal Studies, Family Law, Criminal Procedure, Criminal Justice, and Ethics Diversity & Conflict for the Law and Justice Department at Central Washington University. EDUCATION Juris Doctor, Seattle University School of Law, 1995 Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy, Seattle University, 1991 BAR Admittance: 10/17/1995 CREDENTIALS: Summa Cum Laude, 1991 Truman Scholar for Washington State, 1989 Honors Program 1987-1989 Academic and Soccer Scholarships Valedictorian, 1987

Karen Gilbert represents individuals, families, businesses and multi-national corporations in successfully navigating the US immigration and naturalization laws. Her clients include individuals and companies from around the world, diplomats, executives and business people seeking intra-company transfers; people claiming asylum, families seeking to re-unite in the US; entrepreneurs and other investors, religious workers, hospitals, health care professionals, high tech employers and workers, scientists, and individuals with exceptional talent and achievements. She assists her clients at all stages of the immigration process before the various agencies and in the Federal Courts and in visa processing at US Consulates and Embassies. She...

For over 30 years, I have represented persons injured in car, motorcycle, truck, bicycle, pedestrian and premises liability accidents as well as victims of professional negligence. My many years of experience in personal injury law, strong work ethic, and tenacity have helped me obtain the compensation my clients deserve. I am listed under the Martindale Hubble Directory of Distinguished Attorneys. I have been a guest lecturer at continuing legal educational seminars for trial lawyers before the Washington Association of Justice and the Seattle-King County Bar Association. I received the top 10/10 rating of "superb" by Avvo. I...

John Wheaton is an experienced immigration lawyer and criminal defense lawyer. He has represented numerous clients in immigration court, including clients seeking asylum, cancellation of removal, U visas, and many other forms of immigration relief. In addition, he has worked on criminal cases in both state and federal courts. John received his B.A. in English and B.S. in Physics from Stanford University in 2005. He graduated with honors from the University of Washington School of Law in 2010. While at law school, John represented clients in immigration court as a member of the Immigration Law...

Arturo Menéndez is a criminal defense attorney who represents individuals charged with serious crimes – felonies or federal cases involving sex, drugs, guns, or violence. Mr. Menéndez is a proud member of the Board of Directors of the Latina/o Bar Association of Washington where he serves on the Judicial Evaluation Committee and volunteers at the monthly free legal clinic at El Centro La Raza.