Atty. Eric Hettinga

Atty. Eric Hettinga

Eric Hettinga is a lawyer practicing international law, military law, elder law and 1 other area of law. Eric has been licensed for 21 years.

Tacoma Tacoma 21 Years Experience 21 year
Call (253) 361-2060

Profile Summary

About Eric Hettinga at a glance

Eric Hettinga is a estate planning, elder law, military, and international attorney based in Tacoma, Washington. They have 21+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2005. Admitted to practice in Arizona (2005). Serves clients in Tacoma, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Eric Hettinga is a lawyer practicing international law, military law, elder law and 1 other area of law
  • Eric has been licensed for 21 years
  • Eric practices in Tacoma, WA

Practice Areas Explained

Eric Hettinga's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Eric Hettinga handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Elder Law

Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.

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Military Law

Military attorneys for court-martial, discharge upgrades, veterans benefits, and military family matters.

Eric Hettinga is one of 7,358 military attorneys indexed nationally. Browse military attorneys in Washington →

International Law

International law attorneys for cross-border transactions, trade, foreign investment, and treaties.

Eric Hettinga is one of 36,155 international attorneys indexed nationally. Browse international attorneys in Washington →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Washington

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 Tacoma 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Eric Hettinga

Where is Eric Hettinga's law office located?
Eric Hettinga's law practice is located in Tacoma, Washington. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Eric Hettinga handle?
Eric Hettinga focuses on estate planning, elder law, military, international. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Washington.
How long has Eric Hettinga practiced law?
Eric Hettinga has 21+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2005.
How can I contact Eric Hettinga for a consultation?
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Bar Admissions

Arizona
Admitted: 2005

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