Atty. Duane E. Erickson
Duane E. Erickson is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, contracts, elder and 4 other areas of law.
Civil Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Gig Harbor, WA · 66+ Years Experience
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About Duane E. Erickson at a Glance
Duane E. Erickson is a Honorary Member based in Gig Harbor, Washington. They have 66+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1960. Their practice focuses on contracts, business, litigation, and elder law. Admitted to practice in Washington (1960). Educated at University of Washington (J.D., 1959) and University of Puget Sound (B.A., 1956). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Tacoma-Pierce County and Washington State Bar Associations The Association of Trial Lawyers of America. Serves clients in Gig Harbor, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Duane E. Erickson
- Duane E. Erickson is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, contracts, elder and 4 other areas of law
- Duane received a B.A. degree from University of Puget Sound in 1956, and has been licensed for 66 years
- Duane practices in Gig Harbor, WA
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Duane E. Erickson's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Duane E. Erickson handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Gig Harbor.
Contracts in Gig Harbor
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Business & Corporate Law in Gig Harbor
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Civil Litigation in Gig Harbor
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Elder Law in Gig Harbor
Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Gig Harbor
Practicing law in Washington. Legal matters in Washington are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Gig Harbor are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Washington state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Washington brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Washington courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Gig Harbor Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Gig Harbor-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Gig Harbor Choose Duane E. Erickson
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Duane E. Erickson's practice in the field of contracts, business, litigation, and elder law.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Duane E. Erickson brings 66+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering contracts, business, and litigation, Duane E. Erickson can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Gig Harbor
A Gig Harbor-based practice means Duane E. Erickson attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Duane E. Erickson Handles in Gig Harbor
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