Atty. Thomas Michael Kummerow
Thomas Michael Kummerow is a lawyer practicing appellate, criminal, criminal defense. Thomas received a A.B. degree from University of California at Berkeley in 1975, and has been licensed for 39 years.
Appellate & More Attorney · Serving Seattle, WA · 39+ Years Experience
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About Thomas Michael Kummerow at a Glance
Thomas Michael Kummerow is a Washington App. Project based in Seattle, Washington. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on criminal defense and appellate. Admitted to practice in California (1987) and Washington (1992). Educated at Golden Gate University (J.D., 1987) and University of California at Berkeley (A.B., 1975). Serves clients in Seattle, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Thomas Michael Kummerow
- Thomas Michael Kummerow is a lawyer practicing appellate, criminal, criminal defense
- Thomas received a A.B. degree from University of California at Berkeley in 1975, and has been licensed for 39 years
- Thomas practices in Seattle, WA
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Thomas Michael Kummerow's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Thomas Michael Kummerow handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Seattle.
Criminal Defense in Seattle
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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Appellate Practice in Seattle
Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Seattle
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 Seattle 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.
Seattle Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Seattle-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 Seattle Choose Thomas Michael Kummerow
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 Thomas Michael Kummerow's practice in the field of criminal defense and appellate.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Thomas Michael Kummerow brings 39+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in California and Washington, Thomas Michael Kummerow can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering criminal defense and appellate, Thomas Michael Kummerow can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Seattle
A Seattle-based practice means Thomas Michael Kummerow 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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