Atty. Tom Mumford
Zach Mumford is an associate attorney whose practice focuses on personal injury and civil litigation while also advising clients on business and general civil matters. Zach emphasizes building strong relationships, listening to client concerns, and achieving balanced solutions that focus on desired outcomes.
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Tom Mumford is a Partner based in Bellingham, Washington, practicing at Buri Funston Mumford, PLLC. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Their practice focuses on personal injury, employment, litigation, and consumer. Admitted to practice in Washington (1998) and Utah (2001). Educated at University of Washington (J.D., 1998) and University of Washington (M.P.A. Washington, 1998). Serands clients in Bellingham, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About
- Zach Mumford is an associate attorney whose practice focuses on personal injury and civil litigation while also advising clients on business and general civil matters
- Zach emphasizes building strong relationships, listening to client concerns, and achieving balanced solutions that focus on desired outcomes
- Before becoming an attorney, Zach gained valuable experience in sales and marketing at a growing tech firm
- He later pursued his legal education at the University of Idaho School of Law, where he was a member of the Idaho Law Review and worked as a research assistant to Associate Dean Pimentel on topics like bicycle law and right-to-parent legislation
- Zach also externed with the Washington Office of the Attorney General, further enhancing his legal experience
- His business background adds a practical perspective to client advice and negotiations
- A Bellingham native, Zach understands how difficult life can be when injuries occur
- He is committed to providing low-stress, compassionate representation to help clients through financial and physical recovery
- Outside the office, Zach enjoys skiing, mountain biking, and playing drums in two local bands
- He also volunteers as a youth group leader and enjoys outdoor adventures with his wife, Keyaira
Practice Areas Explained
Tom Mumford's Areas of Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Tom Mumford handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
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.
Tom Mumford is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Washington →
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Tom Mumford is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Washington →
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Tom Mumford is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Washington →
Consumer protection attorneys for fraud, lemon law, debt harassment, and deceptive trade practices.
Tom Mumford is one of 50,607 consumer attorneys indexed nationally. Browse consumer attorneys in Washington →
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 Bellingham 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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