Atty. Mary Stearns

Atty. Mary Stearns

Mary Stearns is a lawyer practicing family. Mary received a B.A. degree from California State University, Long Beach in 1976, and has been licensed for 47 years.

Tacoma Tacoma 47 yrs experience 47 year
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Profile Summary

About Mary Stearns at a glance

Mary Stearns is a family law attorney based in Tacoma, Washington. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Admitted to practice in California (1979), U.S. District Court, Central District of California (1983), U.S. District Court, Southern District of California (1984), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1989). Educated at Loyola Law School (J.D., 1979) and California State University, Long Beach (B.A., 1976). Serands clients in Tacoma, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mary Stearns is a lawyer practicing family
  • Mary received a B.A. degree from California State University, Long Beach in 1976, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • Mary practices in Tacoma, WA

Practice Areas Explained

Mary Stearns's Areas of Practice

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

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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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 Mary Stearns

Where is Mary Stearns's law office located?
Mary Stearns's law practice is located in Tacoma, Washington. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Mary Stearns handle?
Mary Stearns focuses on family law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Washington.
How long has Mary Stearns practiced law?
Mary Stearns has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did Mary Stearns go to law school?
Mary Stearns earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (B.A., 1976).
How can I contact Mary Stearns for a consultation?
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Loyola Law School
- 1979
B.A.
California State University, Long Beach
- 1976

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1979
U.S. District Court, Central District of California
Admitted: 1983
U.S. District Court, Southern District of California
Admitted: 1984
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1989
Washington
Admitted: 2010

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