Atty. Peter Kram
Peter Kram is a lawyer practicing estate planning/ probate/ wills, family, general and 4 other areas of law. Peter received a A.B. degree from St.
Estate Planning/Probate/Wills & More Attorney · Serving Tacoma, WA · 49+ Years Experience
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About Peter Kram at a Glance
Peter Kram is a Member based in Tacoma, Washington, practicing at Legget & Kram Attorneys at Law. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on probate, personal injury, criminal defense, family law, and estate planning. Admitted to practice in Washington (1977). Educated at University of Puget Sound (J.D., 1976) and St. Louis University (A.B. University, 1968). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serves clients in Tacoma, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Peter Kram
- Peter Kram is a lawyer practicing estate planning/ probate/ wills, family, general and 4 other areas of law
- Peter received a A.B. degree from St. Louis University in 1968, and has been licensed for 49 years
- Peter practices at Legget & Kram Attorneys at Law in Tacoma, WA
Practice Areas Explained
Peter Kram's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Peter Kram handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Tacoma.
Probate in Tacoma
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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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Family Law in Tacoma
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
Peter Kram is one of 185,688 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Washington →
Estate Planning & Probate in Tacoma
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
Peter Kram is one of 224,789 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Washington →
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 Peter Kram
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 Peter Kram's practice in the field of probate, personal injury, criminal defense, family law, and estate planning.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Peter Kram brings 49+ 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 probate, personal injury, and criminal defense, Peter Kram 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 Peter Kram 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 Peter Kram Handles in Tacoma
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