45+ Years
Of Combined Experience
Whether you’re in the North End, South Tacoma, or near JBLM, facing an investigation from the Tacoma Police or the Pierce County Sheriff’s Department is a deeply stressful experience. And if formal charges are filed by the Tacoma City Attorney’s office or the Pierce County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office, then that stress is only compounded. Your freedom, your reputation, and your future are on the line. Will & Will is a criminal defense firm with extensive experience in Pierce County courts and a disciplined, strategic approach to every case.
When you’re charged with a crime in Tacoma, your case will typically be heard in one of the courts located in the County-City Building. Misdemeanor cases are handled in either the Tacoma Municipal Court or the Pierce County District Court, while felony charges are prosecuted in the Pierce County Superior Court. Having a legal team familiar with the procedures, prosecutors, and judges in each of these courts can make a meaningful difference in your case.
Our deep understanding of the local system includes:
We limit our caseload to ensure every Tacoma client receives the focused, personal attention their case deserves. We defend clients against a wide range of criminal allegations throughout Pierce County.
If you are under investigation but not yet charged, we provide immediate legal counsel to protect your rights, prevent self-incrimination, and potentially stop charges from ever being filed.
We provide strategic defense against sex crime allegations, including sexual assault, rape, child molestation, child pornography, and online sting operations, with skilled and discreet representation.
In Pierce County, a domestic violence allegation leads to mandatory arrest and immediate no-contact orders, and we act swiftly to challenge allegations, protect your rights, and work toward modifying or lifting restraining orders.
We assist clients in clearing eligible past convictions from their records, opening up new opportunities for employment, housing, and potentially restoring firearm rights where legally eligible.
From retail theft allegations to complex felony burglary or embezzlement investigations, we meticulously analyze evidence and fight to protect you from the severe consequences of theft convictions.
We defend clients facing the most serious felony charges, including murder, armed robbery, assault, and kidnapping, providing trial-tested strategies for high-stakes cases.
We defend individuals arrested in undercover prostitution operations, protecting your privacy and reputation while fighting to avoid the lasting consequences of a conviction.
Our firm has unique expertise defending clients accused in internet sting operations, including online undercover operations-style cases, where law enforcement poses as minors online.
We provide experienced defense against child pornography allegations, including possession, distribution, and production charges, challenging digital evidence and forensic analysis while protecting your constitutional rights in these highly sensitive and complex cases.
We represent clients charged with drug possession, manufacturing, and delivery offenses, challenging illegal searches and working to minimize the impact on their records and freedom.
Will & Will provides a distinct advantage for clients facing charges in Pierce County. We combine our powerful husband-and-wife team approach with an insider’s understanding of the local courts, providing a level of service and expertise that larger, less personal firms simply cannot match.
We regularly appear in Tacoma Municipal and Pierce County Superior Courts and understand their unique processes.
You get two experienced legal minds collaborating on the best strategy for your defense.
By limiting our cases, we ensure you can always reach us. You are our priority, not just another case file.
Our decades of experience translate into effective, trial-tested defense strategies for our Tacoma clients.
Our process is designed to protect you from the very beginning and build the strongest possible case for a favorable outcome in the Pierce County courts.
It starts with a free, confidential consultation. We will listen to your side of the story, review the details of your arrest or investigation in Tacoma, and provide an honest assessment of your situation and potential legal options.
We immediately begin our own investigation. This includes obtaining all police reports from Tacoma PD or Pierce County Sheriff, identifying and interviewing witnesses, and analyzing all evidence the prosecution intends to use against you. We then develop a tailored defense strategy.
We handle every aspect of the court process for you, from arraignment to pre-trial hearings in the County-City Building. We engage directly with Pierce County prosecutors to negotiate for dismissals, reduced charges, or other favorable resolutions before a trial becomes necessary.
Our goal is always the best possible outcome. Whether that means securing a complete dismissal, negotiating a plea that avoids the most serious consequences, or preparing a powerful and aggressive defense for trial in Pierce County Superior Court, we fight for your future every step of the way.
Our firm is proud to provide top-tier criminal defense services to individuals throughout Tacoma and the surrounding Pierce County communities. No matter where you live, we are your local defense team.
Located in Pierce County along the Puget Sound, Tacoma is one of Washington’s largest ports and military-adjacent cities, with a steady flow of commuters, nightlife activity, and law enforcement presence.
With the Port of Tacoma, major highways, and nearby JBLM, police investigations and arrests occur more frequently than many residents expect. Even in stable communities, accusations involving assault allegations, domestic disputes, theft, drug offenses, and sex-related investigations are common, and a single arrest can immediately threaten freedom, employment, housing, security clearances, and long-term reputation.
If you have been accused of a crime in Tacoma, obtaining experienced legal representation early is critical to protecting your future. The attorneys at Will & Will provide strategic defense tailored specifically to Pierce County courts and procedures.
As Tacoma continues to grow, law enforcement agencies remain proactive in responding to property crimes, domestic violence calls, and drug-related investigations. Even a single incident can quickly lead to formal charges, aggressive prosecution, and serious long-term consequences.
Mandatory arrest policies in domestic violence cases, focused enforcement efforts targeting theft and drug activity, and strict prosecutorial charging standards can cause allegations to escalate quickly, even for first-time offenders. Early intervention and a carefully structured defense strategy are often critical in limiting long-term consequences.
Understanding how cases are investigated and charged in Tacoma can make a meaningful difference in protecting your record, reputation, and future.
Absolutely. A gross misdemeanor, such as a first-time DV Assault 4 or Theft 3 charge, carries penalties of up to 364 days in jail and a $5,000 fine. While a high amount of jail time and large fines are unlikely, especially if someone is a first-time offender, a conviction can still have long-lasting consequences by creating a criminal record that can impact your job, housing, and future. An experienced attorney can often negotiate for a dismissal or a reduced charge that saves your record.
Washington law requires a mandatory arrest in most DV calls. In Pierce County, you may be held in custody until a first appearance before a judge, typically the next business day. At your first appearance, the judge will almost certainly issue a No-Contact Order. It is critical to have an attorney at this first hearing to argue for your release and reasonable conditions.
Yes. Our firm has extensive experience defending clients against the most serious felony charges, including violent crimes, sex offenses, and major theft/fraud cases. We have a deep understanding of the Washington State Sentencing Guidelines and the procedures of the Pierce County Superior Court.
Yes. We frequently help clients vacate eligible past convictions from Pierce County courts. Clearing your record can be life-changing, opening up new opportunities for employment and housing. Contact us for a free evaluation to see if you are eligible to get your conviction vacated.
You do not have to face the Pierce County justice system alone. The husband-and-wife team at Will & Will is ready to stand by your side, protect your rights, and fight tirelessly for the best possible outcome.