Atty. John Joseph Durkin

Atty. John Joseph Durkin

John Joseph Durkin is a lawyer practicing estate planning/ probate/ wills, litigation, personal injury and 1 other area of law. John received a B.B.A. degree from Gonzaga University, and has been licensed for 46 years.

Tacoma Tacoma 46 yrs experience 46 year
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Profile Summary

About John Joseph Durkin at a glance

John Joseph Durkin is a Shareholder based in Tacoma, Washington, practicing at Ladenburg McKasy Durkin Inc. P.S.. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on probate, personal injury, estate planning, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Washington (1980). Educated at Gonzaga University (J.D., 1980) and Gonzaga University B.B.A. (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Tacoma, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • John Joseph Durkin is a lawyer practicing estate planning/ probate/ wills, litigation, personal injury and 1 other area of law
  • John received a B.B.A. degree from Gonzaga University, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • John practices at Ladenburg McKasy Durkin Inc. P.S. in Tacoma, WA

Practice Areas Explained

John Joseph Durkin's Areas of Practice

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

Probate

John Joseph Durkin is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Washington →

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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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.

John Joseph Durkin is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Washington →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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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 andnue, 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 John Joseph Durkin

Where is John Joseph Durkin's law office located?
John Joseph Durkin's law practice is located in Tacoma, Washington. The firm is Ladenburg McKasy Durkin Inc. P.S.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Joseph Durkin handle?
John Joseph Durkin focuses on probate, personal injury, estate planning, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Washington.
How long has John Joseph Durkin practiced law?
John Joseph Durkin has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did John Joseph Durkin go to law school?
John Joseph Durkin earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (—).
How can I contact John Joseph Durkin for a consultation?
You can contact John Joseph Durkin directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has John Joseph Durkin received?
John Joseph Durkin's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Gonzaga University
- 1980
Gonzaga University B.B.A.
- In Progress

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Washington
Admitted: 1980

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