Atty. Jon Tunheim
Jon Tunheim is a lawyer practicing criminal law, civil forfeiture, government and 3 other areas of law. Jon received a B.S. degree from South Dakota State University in 1987, and has been licensed for 36 years.
Civil Forfeiture & More Attorney · Serving Olympia, WA · 36+ Years Experience
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About Jon Tunheim at a Glance
Jon Tunheim is a Thurston Co. Prosec.'s Off. based in Olympia, Washington. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on criminal defense and government. Admitted to practice in Washington (1990). Educated at University of Puget Sound (J.D., 1990) and South Dakota State University (B.S., 1987). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serves clients in Olympia, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Jon Tunheim
- Jon Tunheim is a lawyer practicing criminal law, civil forfeiture, government and 3 other areas of law
- Jon received a B.S. degree from South Dakota State University in 1987, and has been licensed for 36 years
- Jon practices in Olympia, WA
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Jon Tunheim's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jon Tunheim handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Olympia.
Criminal Defense in Olympia
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Why Local Counsel Matters in Olympia
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 Olympia 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.
Olympia Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Olympia-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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Why Clients in Olympia Choose Jon Tunheim
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 Jon Tunheim's practice in the field of criminal defense and government.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Jon Tunheim brings 36+ 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 criminal defense and government, Jon Tunheim can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Olympia
A Olympia-based practice means Jon Tunheim 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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