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Atty. Michael John Tario, Bellingham, Whatcom County, Washington, USA


Summary

Michael John Tario is one of the most highly respected and experienced practicing personal injury attorneys in Bellingham, Washington. He opened his practice more than four decades ago and has earned the respect of his peers and the industry as exemplified by his many awards and high ratings. Through most of his career, Mr. Tario practiced plaintiff personal injury and criminal defense but re-focused as a personal injury lawyer in 2006. During his career, Mr. Tario has successfully represented over 3,000 clients. He has negotiated well over 2,500 favorable out-of-court settlements, but where settlement was not possible, he has taken hundreds of cases to trial; fighting hard to protect the rights and interests of his clients. Michael is known for his hard fighting tenacity, his determination, and his commitment to try to do everything possible (within the bounds of the law) to give his clients ?top notch? representation. While no attorney can win every case they handle, Mr. Tario?s win/loss record speaks for itself. His advertised claim of ?proven record of success? is based upon the results obtained in and out of court in over 40 years in practice.Mr. Tario has resided in Bellingham, Washington since 1979 when he graduated from the University of Puget Sound Law School (now Seattle University Law School). Mr. Tario has made guest appearances or has been interviewed or appeared on various local, national and international television, radio, and news programs, including ?The O?Riley Factor? (Fox News), ?Court TV?, NPR, PBS, MSNBC, CNN, ABC, and NBC. View More ?

Practice Areas

Products Liability


Drugs & Medical Devices, Motor Vehicle Defects, Toxic Torts

Fees

  • Free Consultation
    Up to 45 minutes
  • Credit Cards Accepted
    Cash, Check or credit card
  • Contingent Fees
    33%-40%
  • Rates, Retainers and Additional Information
    Fixed (Sometimes), Hourly ($240-$275/hour), Retainer (Sometimes)
  • Education

    Seattle University School of Law
    J.D. | Law
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    University of Wisconsin - Superior
    M.A. | Communication
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    Honors: Graduated with honors
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    University of Minnesota - Duluth
    B.A. | Communication Psychology
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    Honors: Cum Laude
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    Experience

    41 years of experience

    Address

    Main Office - Bellingham
    Bellingham Towers
    119 N Commercial St. #1000
    Bellingham, WA 98225
    Telephone: (360) 671-8500
    Fax: (360) 733-7092