Atty. Robert James Mclaughlin
Mr. Robert James Mclaughlin is a lawyer practicing workers' compensation, employee benefits, personal injury and 1 other area of law.
Employee Benefits & More Attorney · Serving Tacoma, WA · 35+ Years Experience
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About Robert James Mclaughlin at a Glance
Robert James Mclaughlin is a Member based in Tacoma, Washington, practicing at Mann Johnson Wooster & McLaughlin P.S.. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on personal injury, employment, workers comp, and maritime. Admitted to practice in Washington (1991). Educated at University of Puget Sound School of Law (J.D., 1983) and University of Hawaii (B.B.A., 1980). Serves clients in Tacoma, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Robert James Mclaughlin
- Mr. Robert James Mclaughlin is a lawyer practicing workers' compensation, employee benefits, personal injury and 1 other area of law
- Robert received a B.B.A. degree from University of Hawaii in 1980, and has been licensed for 35 years
- Robert practices at Mann Johnson Wooster & McLaughlin P.S. in Tacoma, WA
Practice Areas Explained
Robert James Mclaughlin's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert James Mclaughlin 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.
Robert James Mclaughlin is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Washington →
Employment Law in Tacoma
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Robert James Mclaughlin is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Washington →
Workers Compensation in Tacoma
Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.
Robert James Mclaughlin is one of 54,932 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Washington →
Maritime & Admiralty Law in Tacoma
Maritime attorneys for Jones Act claims, longshore injury, cruise ship cases, and offshore matters.
Robert James Mclaughlin is one of 11,459 maritime attorneys indexed nationally. Browse maritime 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 Robert James Mclaughlin
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 James Mclaughlin's practice in the field of personal injury, employment, workers comp, and maritime.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Robert James Mclaughlin brings 35+ 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 personal injury, employment, and workers comp, Robert James Mclaughlin 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 Robert James Mclaughlin 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 James Mclaughlin Handles in Tacoma
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Robert James Mclaughlin 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.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Robert James Mclaughlin directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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