Atty. Wendy Christopher Hensel

Atty. Wendy Christopher Hensel

Wendy Christopher Hensel is a lawyer practicing criminal defense. Wendy has been licensed for 18 years.

Yakima Yakima 18 yrs experience 18 year
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Wendy Christopher Hensel is a criminal defense attorney based in Yakima, Washington. They have 18+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2008. Admitted to practice in Illinois (2008), Indiana (2008), and Washington (2013). Educated at Chicago-Kent College of Law Illinois Institute of Technology JD - Juris Doctor (—). Serands clients in Yakima, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Wendy Christopher Hensel is a lawyer practicing criminal defense
  • Wendy has been licensed for 18 years
  • Wendy practices in Yakima, WA

Practice Areas Explained

Wendy Christopher Hensel's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Wendy Christopher Hensel handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Criminal Defense

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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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 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 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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Where is Wendy Christopher Hensel's law office located?
Wendy Christopher Hensel's law practice is located in Yakima, Washington. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
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Wendy Christopher Hensel focuses on criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Washington.
How long has Wendy Christopher Hensel practiced law?
Wendy Christopher Hensel has 18+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2008.
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Practice Areas

Education

Chicago-Kent College of Law Illinois Institute of Technology JD - Juris Doctor
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 2008
Indiana
Admitted: 2008
Washington
Admitted: 2013

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