Atty. Stephen L. Wanderer

Atty. Stephen L. Wanderer

Stephen L. Wanderer is a lawyer practicing corporation, estate planning, trust and 6 other areas of law.

Longview Longview 54 yrs experience 54 year
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Profile Summary

About Stephen L. Wanderer at a glance

Stephen L. Wanderer is a Partner based in Longview, Washington, practicing at Walstead Mertsching PS. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, and tax. Admitted to practice in Washington (1972). Educated at Gonzaga University (J.D. New, 1972) and University of Washington (B.A., 1967). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Cowlitz County, Washington State and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Longview, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Stephen L. Wanderer is a lawyer practicing corporation, estate planning, trust and 6 other areas of law
  • Stephen received a B.A. degree from University of Washington in 1967, and has been licensed for 54 years
  • Stephen practices at Walstead Mertsching PS in Longview, WA

Practice Areas Explained

Stephen L. Wanderer's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Probate

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Stephen L. Wanderer is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Washington →

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

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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 Longview 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 Stephen L. Wanderer

Where is Stephen L. Wanderer's law office located?
Stephen L. Wanderer's law practice is located in Longview, Washington. The firm is Walstead Mertsching PS. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Stephen L. Wanderer handle?
Stephen L. Wanderer focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Washington.
How long has Stephen L. Wanderer practiced law?
Stephen L. Wanderer has 54+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1972.
Where did Stephen L. Wanderer go to law school?
Stephen L. Wanderer earned their education at (J.D. New, 1972); (B.A., 1967).
How can I contact Stephen L. Wanderer for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Stephen L. Wanderer received?
Stephen L. Wanderer's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D. New
Gonzaga University
- 1972
B.A.
University of Washington
- 1967

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Washington
Admitted: 1972

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