Insurance Defense & More Attorney · Serving Yakima, WA · 47+ Years Experience
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About Robert C. Tenney at a Glance
Robert C. Tenney is a Member based in Yakima, Washington, practicing at Meyer, Fluegge and Tenney, P.S.. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, employment, business, product liability, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Washington (1979). Educated at University of Puget Sound Law School (J.D., 1979) and University of Washington (B.A., 1972). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Yakima County, Washington State and Federal Bar Associations Washington Defense Trial Lawyers (Former Trustee) American Board of Trial Advocates Defense Research Institute. Serves clients in Yakima, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Robert C. Tenney
- Mr. Robert C. Tenney is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, professional malpractice, products liability and 5 other areas of law
- Robert received a B.A. degree from University of Washington in 1972, and has been licensed for 47 years
- Robert practices at Meyer, Fluegge and Tenney, P.S. in Yakima, WA
Practice Areas Explained
Robert C. Tenney's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert C. Tenney handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Yakima.
Criminal Defense in Yakima
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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Employment Law in Yakima
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
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Business & Corporate Law in Yakima
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Product Liability in Yakima
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Insurance Law in Yakima
Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Yakima
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 Yakima 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.
Yakima Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Yakima-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 Yakima Choose Robert C. Tenney
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 Robert C. Tenney's practice in the field of criminal defense, employment, business, product liability, and insurance.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Robert C. Tenney brings 47+ 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, employment, and business, Robert C. Tenney can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Yakima
A Yakima-based practice means Robert C. Tenney attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Robert C. Tenney Handles in Yakima
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Robert C. Tenney has experience with under Washington law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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