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Your Trusted Tacoma Personal Injury & Criminal Defense Attorneys
Wallis Law Firm, PLLC has been a steadfast advocate for justice in Tacoma since its founding. With deep roots in both civil and criminal law, our firm combines Barry Wallis' unique background as a former state biologist and federal extern with decades of trial experience to deliver exceptional legal outcomes. We specialize in personal injury cases involving catastrophic accidents and wrongful death, as well as criminal defense for felony and misdemeanor charges. Our proven track record includes landmark settlements exceeding $3.6 million and successful defense of constitutional rights in complex cases.Recognized by the American Inns of Court and Washington Association for Justice, we maintain a client-centered approach that prioritizes personalized attention over case volume. Our team's multidisciplinary expertise, including environmental law and business litigation, enables comprehensive solutions for clients facing life-altering legal challenges.
Services
Personal Injury
Criminal Defense
Car Accidents
Truck Accidents
Wrongful Death
Asbestos & Mesothelioma
DUI/DWI
Felonies
Misdemeanors
Business Law
Highlights and features
- We have secured over $7 million in settlements and judgments for injured clients
- Our firm combines legal and scientific expertise for complex case analysis
- Barry Wallis maintains active roles in multiple legal professional associations
- We work on contingency fees with no upfront costs for personal injury cases
- Our boutique firm provides personalized attention without corporate case volume pressure
What people say
True professional
Positive outcome
Dedicated to justice
Excellent legal results
Highly recommend
Services
Personal Injury
We represent clients in catastrophic injury cases including motor vehicle collisions, defective products, and workplace accidents. Our scientific expertise combined with trial experience secures maximum compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain suffering. With contingency fee arrangements, clients pay nothing upfront while we aggressively pursue settlements or verdicts.
Criminal Defense
Our firm defends clients facing felony and misdemeanor charges including DUI, drug offenses, and violent crimes. We protect constitutional rights through pre-trial motions, plea negotiations, and courtroom litigation. With former prosecutorial insight and scientific analysis capabilities, we challenge evidence and build robust defense strategies tailored to each client's specific circumstances.
Wrongful Death
We assist families in pursuing justice for preventable fatalities caused by negligence or misconduct. Our compassionate approach combines thorough investigation of medical evidence with aggressive litigation against responsible parties. We recover compensation for funeral expenses, lost income, and emotional damages while holding wrongdoers accountable for their actions.
Asbestos & Mesothelioma
Specialized representation for asbestos-related diseases including mesothelioma and lung cancer. We identify responsible parties through detailed workplace history analysis and secure compensation for medical treatment, lost earnings, and quality-of-life impacts. Our scientific background enables effective expert testimony and evidence presentation in complex toxic exposure cases.
Car Accidents
We handle all aspects of motor vehicle accident claims including insurance negotiations, medical bill resolution, and liability disputes. Our team documents injuries through medical records and expert testimony to maximize settlement value. We pursue compensation for vehicle damage, lost wages, and long-term rehabilitation needs resulting from negligent driving.
People
Barry J. Wallis
Attorney & Founder
Barry Wallis has tried or settled over 400 personal injury and criminal law cases. A former state biologist and federal extern, he combines scientific expertise with legal acumen to secure favorable verdicts. His unique background enables effective handling of complex medical evidence in injury cases and constitutional challenges in criminal defense.
Questions
What types of cases does Wallis Law Firm handle?
We specialize in personal injury litigation for catastrophic accidents and wrongful death, as well as criminal defense for felony and misdemeanor charges. Our practice also includes business law matters and environmental crimes.
How are legal fees structured for personal injury cases?
We work on contingency fees for personal injury cases, meaning our payment comes from a percentage of your settlement or verdict. There are no upfront costs for our clients.
Can the firm handle complex legal matters beyond basic representation?
Our multidisciplinary expertise includes scientific analysis, environmental law, and business litigation. We've successfully resolved cases involving complex medical evidence and multi-party commercial disputes.
What areas does the firm serve?
While based in Tacoma, we represent clients throughout Washington State in personal injury and criminal defense matters requiring our specialized expertise.
How does the firm approach criminal defense cases?
We combine constitutional advocacy with scientific analysis to challenge evidence and build strong defense strategies. Our approach includes pre-trial motions, plea negotiations, and courtroom litigation when necessary.