Atty. William Vance Baumgartner

Atty. William Vance Baumgartner

William Vance Baumgartner is a lawyer practicing wrongful death, personal injury, medical malpractice and 7 other areas of law. William received a B.A. degree from California State University at San Jose in 1967, and has been licensed for 55 years.

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Profile Summary

About William Vance Baumgartner at a glance

William Vance Baumgartner is a Member based in Vancouver, Washington, practicing at Baumgartner, Wagner & Jahn, PLLC. They have 55+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1971. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, criminal defense, and slip & fall. Admitted to practice in Washington (1971). Educated at Hastings College of Law, University of California (J.D., 1971) and California State University at San Jose (B.A., 1967). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Clark County and Washington State Bar Associations Washington State Association for Justice. Serands clients in Vancouver, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • William Vance Baumgartner is a lawyer practicing wrongful death, personal injury, medical malpractice and 7 other areas of law
  • William received a B.A. degree from California State University at San Jose in 1967, and has been licensed for 55 years
  • William practices at Baumgartner, Wagner & Jahn, PLLC in Vancouver, WA

Practice Areas Explained

William Vance Baumgartner's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William Vance Baumgartner handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

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Wrongful Death

William Vance Baumgartner is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Washington →

Personal Injury

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.

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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.

William Vance Baumgartner is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Washington →

Slip & Fall / Premises Liability

William Vance Baumgartner is one of 29,473 slip & fall attorneys indexed nationally. Browse slip & fall 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 Vancouver 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 William Vance Baumgartner

Where is William Vance Baumgartner's law office located?
William Vance Baumgartner's law practice is located in Vancouver, Washington. The firm is Baumgartner, Wagner & Jahn, PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William Vance Baumgartner handle?
William Vance Baumgartner focuses on medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, criminal defense, slip & fall. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Washington.
How long has William Vance Baumgartner practiced law?
William Vance Baumgartner has 55+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1971.
Where did William Vance Baumgartner go to law school?
William Vance Baumgartner earned their education at (J.D., 1971); (B.A., 1967).
How can I contact William Vance Baumgartner for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has William Vance Baumgartner received?
William Vance Baumgartner's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Hastings College of Law, University of California
- 1971
B.A.
California State University at San Jose
- 1967

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Washington
Admitted: 1971

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