James H. Curtis
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James H. Curtis
Biography
With over ten years' worth of work as a prosecutor, extensive legal research and writing experience, and a demonstrated commitment to community service and outreach, James Curtis is the attorney you need in the Tacoma, WA, area.
James Curtis received his Juris Doctor degree from the University of Washington School of Law in 2005. For the next few years he worked in Seattle in several firms where he gained experience in legal research and writing, drafting motions, conducting interviews and depositions, and case evaluation. In 2007 he began working as a deputy prosecuting attorney for Pierce County (Tacoma). He has conducted over 70 jury trials involving murder, vehicular homicide, assault, robbery, and driving under the influence, to name a few. He has negotiated plea settlements, cooperation agreements, and sentencing alternatives.
In 2019, Mr. Curtis decided to branch out into operating his own firm, where he could best express his skills, temperament, and work ethic. He has a fundamental understanding of the law and will work tirelessly to get the results you are looking for, whether it's in a criminal defense matter or a personal injury matter.
EducationUniversity of Washington School of Law, Juris Doctorate 2005
University of Washington, Bachelors Degree 2002
Practice Areas
DUI & DWI
Criminal Law
Criminal Appeals, Drug Crimes, Expungement, Fraud, Gun Crimes, Internet Crimes, Sex Crimes, Theft, Violent Crimes
Personal Injury
Animal & Dog Bites, Brain Injury, Car Accidents, Construction Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Premises Liability, Truck Accidents, Wrongful Death
Fees
- Free Consultation
- Credit Cards Accepted
- Contingent Fees
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
Languages
Professional Experience
Owner/Attorney at Law The Curtis Firm, LLC
Year: 2018 - Current
Description: DUI, Criminal Defense and Personal Injury
Associate K&L Gates
Year: 2005 - 2007
Description: Commercial Litigation, Toxic Torts, Product Liability, and Housing
Deputy Prosecuting Attorney Pierce County Prosecutor's Office
Year: 2008 - 2018
Description: Homicide, Assault, Domestic Violence, DUI, Drugs and Firearm Possession
Professional Associations
Washington Defender Association Member (2018 - Current)
Pierce County Bar Association Member (2008 - Current)
Washington State Bar  # 36845 Member (2005 - Current)
Publications
My Child was Charged with a Crime. What should I Do? James Hassan Curtis (June 29, 2019)
Awards
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Distinguished Alumni
Tacoma Community College 2014.0
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Washington Leadership Institute
Washington State Bar Association 2012.0
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Berta Snell Award
Pierce County Bar Association 2010.0
Education
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University of Washington School of Law J.D. | Law
Year: 2002 - 2005
Speaking Engagements
Post Prison Education Research Lab, Pre Law Society, Tacoma, WA, February 14, 2018, Tacoma Community College
Post Prison Education Research Lab, Pre Law Society, Tacoma, WA, February 14, 2018, Tacoma Community College
Websites
https://www.thecurtisfirm.com/
Website
https://www.thecurtisfirm.com/my-child-was-charged-with-a-crime-in-tacoma
My Child was Charged with a Crime. What shouldn't I do?
The Curtis Firm, LLC
400 Industry Drive, Suite 100, Tukwila, WA 98188
(253) 393-9190