Atty. Lance Hester
I have had the honor of fighting for victims and challenging threats to individual civil rights since 1998. I split my time defending the accused and pursuing justice for plaintiffs.
Criminal Defense & More Attorney · Serving Tacoma, WA · 28+ Years Experience
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About Lance Hester at a Glance
Lance Hester is a Member based in Tacoma, Washington, practicing at The Hester Law Group. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Their practice focuses on personal injury and criminal defense. Admitted to practice in Washington (1998) and Idaho U.S. District Court, Western District of Washington U.S. District Court, District of Idaho (2005). Educated at Seattle University School of Law (J.D., 1997) and Pepperdine University (B.A., 1989). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Secretary, 2009— Treasurer Trustee, 2005-2008) Washington State Bar Association (Past President, Young Lawyers Division, 2002, Tacoma-Pierce County Bar Association. Serves clients in Tacoma, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Lance Hester
- I have had the honor of fighting for victims and challenging threats to individual civil rights since 1998
- I split my time defending the accused and pursuing justice for plaintiffs
- Our firms trial practice has taken me to courts in several states and well over a dozen counties
- We also are available for appeals
- And in that capacity I have had the honor of arguing in every appellate court in the State of Washington, including the Supreme Court of the State of Washington
- My federal practice has included submission and/or appearances in federal courts of Washington, Idaho, and Pennsylvania and the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals
- I have enjoyed a near constant volunteer experience with both state and local bar associations
- Our firm has managed civil injury cases ranging from vehicle collisions with minimal injuries, to multi-million dollar settlements and verdicts
- Our criminal practice includes jury trial experience that includes homicide cases and everything down to minor traffic offenses
- When I'm not at work, I am with my wife and two boys
- We love spending time together at the boys countless activities and sports, in the mountains, and on Puget Sound
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Lance Hester's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Lance Hester handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Tacoma.
Personal Injury in Tacoma
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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Criminal Defense in Tacoma
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Tacoma
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.
Tacoma Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Tacoma-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 Tacoma Choose Lance Hester
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 Lance Hester's practice in the field of personal injury and criminal defense.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Lance Hester brings 28+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Washington and Idaho U.S. District Court, Western District of Washington U.S. District Court, District of Idaho, Lance Hester can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury and criminal defense, Lance Hester can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Tacoma
A Tacoma-based practice means Lance Hester 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 Lance Hester Handles in Tacoma
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