71/100LFR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 471 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
General Practice Lawyers in University Place, WA: 2026 rankings
290 general practice lawyers ranked by LFR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
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Highest LFR Score in University Place: Dennis J. Twichel Attorney At Law, LFR Score 71/100; 5.0★ from 471 Google reviews; open 24/7.
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Open 24 hours (per Google): Law Office of Michael Harbeson, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #2 of 290.
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Most-reviewed: Ticket Cutter, 1,306 Google reviews at 5.0★, the most of 290 ranked; ranked #3.
Rankings can't be bought. Lawyers can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
290 University Place general practice lawyers are ranked here by LFR Score, from nine published factors. 9 are open 24/7, 22 open Saturdays and 17 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.4★ across 290 rated law firms.
Top 10 general practice lawyers in University Place at a glance
Ranked by our published LFR Score from public data, not by payment; a rank is not an endorsement or a prediction of results.
| Rank | Business | LFR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Notable for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dennis J. Twichel Attorney At Law | 71 | 5.0★ (471) | Federal Way, 9 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | Top score |
| 2 | Law Office of Michael Harbeson | 66 | 4.8★ (104) | Puyallup, 12 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | Open 24 hours |
| 3 | Ticket Cutter | 64 | 5.0★ (1,306) | Renton, 22 mi away | — | Most reviews |
| 4 | Law Offices of Carl Colbert, LTD., PC | 63 | 4.6★ (35) | Artondale, 5 mi away | Sat · Sun | — |
| 5 | Christina T. Sherman, PLLC | 63 | 5.0★ (58) | University Place | — | — |
| 6 | Salish Sea Law Group | 63 | 5.0★ (28) | Tacoma, 5 mi away | — | — |
| 7 | Greg S. Law Firm - Tacoma | 63 | 5.0★ (8) | Tacoma, 5 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | — |
| 8 | Bradley Johnson Lawyers | 62 | 3.9★ (14) | Tacoma, 5 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | — |
| 9 | Law Offices of Martin Duenhoelter | 62 | 5.0★ (30) | Tacoma, 5 mi away | Sat | — |
| 10 | Morton McGoldrick, PLLC | 62 | 4.9★ (77) | Tacoma, 5 mi away | — | — |
All 290 general practice lawyers in University Place, in rank order
Ordered by LFR Score, a 0–100 score from nine published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Ranked by our published LFR Score from public data, not by payment; a rank is not an endorsement or a prediction of results.
Based in Puyallup, 12 mi away
66/100LFR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 104 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Renton, 22 mi away
64/100LFR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 1,306 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Law firm”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Artondale, 5 mi away
63/100LFR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.6★ from 35 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in University Place
63/100LFR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 58 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Tacoma, 5 mi away
63/100LFR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 28 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.
Based on 6 of 9 factors; bar status, recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Tacoma, 5 mi away
63/100LFR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Law firm”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Tacoma, 5 mi away
62/100LFR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 3.9★ from 14 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Law firm”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Tacoma, 5 mi away
62/100LFR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 30 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Trial attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Tacoma, 5 mi away
62/100LFR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 77 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Tumwater, 23 mi away
62/100LFR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 139 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.
Based on 6 of 9 factors; bar status, recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Tukwila, 21 mi away
62/100LFR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 359 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
#13 Smith Duran Law
Based in Tacoma, 5 mi away
62/100LFR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 58 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Tacoma, 5 mi away
62/100LFR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 77 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Law firm”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Lakewood, 5 mi away
62/100LFR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.5★ from 153 Google reviews, listed on Google as “General practice attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Tacoma, 5 mi away
62/100LFR ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 11 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Law firm”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
#17 Grit City Law
Based in Tacoma, 5 mi away
62/100LFR ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.7★ from 12 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Renton, 23 mi away
61/100LFR ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 34 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in University Place
61/100LFR ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.6★ from 9 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Law firm”.
Based on 6 of 9 factors; bar status, recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in University Place
61/100LFR ScoreRanked #20 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.5★ from 55 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Law firm”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
#21 Stock Law
Based in Vashon, 17 mi away
61/100LFR ScoreRanked #21 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 14 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Tukwila, 21 mi away
61/100LFR ScoreRanked #22 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 284 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Law firm”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in University Place
61/100LFR ScoreRanked #23 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.3★ from 58 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Law firm”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
#24 Pittman Robert C
Based in University Place
61/100LFR ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.5★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.
Based on 6 of 9 factors; bar status, recency and availability not yet collected.
#25 Lake Tapps Legal
Based in Bonney Lake, 18 mi away
60/100LFR ScoreRanked #25 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 12 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
General practice lawyers ranked #26 to #50
#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #50, in LFR Score order; each links to its profile. We publish the top 50 of 290 ranked general practice lawyers here; the rest are on their profiles.
| Rank | Business | LFR Score | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 | Pacific Point Law | 60 | 4.9★ (19) | 21 mi |
| 27 | Law Office of Kurt Stender, PLLC | 60 | 5.0★ (28) | 5 mi |
| 28 | Nexus Legal Counsel | 60 | 4.3★ (68) | 3 mi |
| 29 | Fisher PLLC | 60 | 3.7★ (11) | 1 mi |
| 30 | The Law Office of Scott T. McGinty ESQ. | 60 | 5.0★ (11) | 5 mi |
| 31 | Reck Law | 60 | 4.6★ (44) | 5 mi |
| 32 | Late Knight Legal Pllc | 60 | 5.0★ (22) | 5 mi |
| 33 | Andrews Law Office | 60 | 4.0★ (5) | In University Place |
| 34 | Kvasnyuk Law Offices, PS | 60 | 5.0★ (50) | 11 mi |
| 35 | ROI LAW FIRM | 60 | 5.0★ (23) | 5 mi |
| 36 | Law Office of Doug Silva | 60 | 4.4★ (51) | 4 mi |
| 37 | Jonete W. Rehmke | 60 | 5.0★ (3) | In University Place |
| 38 | Matthew Ennis | 60 | 4.2★ (5) | 1 mi |
| 39 | Law Office of Feller & Associates, PLLC | 60 | 4.8★ (41) | 8 mi |
| 40 | Luat Su Son, P.S. | 60 | 5.0★ (124) | 21 mi |
| 41 | Smith Alling PS | 60 | 4.7★ (35) | 6 mi |
| 42 | Attorney John Connelly Jr. | 60 | 4.1★ (9) | 5 mi |
| 43 | MacGill Law Office PLLC | 60 | 5.0★ (6) | 5 mi |
| 44 | Snell David C | 60 | 5.0★ (5) | 4 mi |
| 45 | Campbell Barnett PLLC | 60 | 4.7★ (72) | 13 mi |
| 46 | Burrwood Law Group | 60 | 4.9★ (38) | 9 mi |
| 47 | Domingos Law Firm | 60 | 5.0★ (81) | 18 mi |
| 48 | Mark E. Bardwil, P.S. | 60 | 5.0★ (6) | 5 mi |
| 49 | Melvin Torrone PLLP | 59 | 4.3★ (50) | 5 mi |
| 50 | MY Law Group PLLC | 59 | 5.0★ (40) | 11 mi |
Also serving University Place
20 more general practice lawyers within 25 mi that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a practice area we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.
| Business | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Abogada y Notaria - Smith Duran Law | In University Place | |
| Clare Law Firm, PLLC | 5.0★ (2) | 1 mi |
| Clifford L. Peterson, Attorney | 5.0★ (2) | 5 mi |
| Gorton Law PLLC | 5.0★ (2) | In University Place |
| Jeanne Betzendorfer | In University Place | |
| John Maier Attorney At Law | 2.9★ (8) | In University Place |
| Josephson & Associates Attorneys at Law | 3.7★ (3) | In University Place |
| Law Office of Charlie Dent | In University Place | |
| Lutz & Associates, P.S. | 4.0★ (125) | In University Place |
| Nathan P. (Nate) Roberts | 5.0★ (2) | 5 mi |
| Palace Law | 4.4★ (344) | In University Place |
| Paul Willett | In University Place | |
| Pittman Law Group | In University Place | |
| Rehmke Andreve, P.S. | 4.9★ (15) | In University Place |
| Ross Gary W | 5.0★ (2) | 4 mi |
| Schweinler Roger C | 3.0★ (2) | 4 mi |
| Shoemaker & Dart P.S. Inc | 4.6★ (5) | In University Place |
| Thaddeus Martin Attorney at Law | 4.0★ (20) | In University Place |
| Tufts Douglas | 5.0★ (2) | 4 mi |
| WPM Properties LLC | In University Place |
How we ranked University Place general practice lawyers
We scored 290 University Place general practice lawyers on nine factors, weighted as shown. A law firm is ranked when its practice area is confirmed and it has 3 or more Google reviews or a claimed profile. A law firm with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency. Other unknown factors are left out, not counted as zero. Scores last refreshed November 9, 2026.
Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Attorney advertising businesses are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.
| Factor | Weight | Computed from | In University Place data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reputation | 25% | Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back it | Measured |
| Bar status | 10% | An active bar or law society record matched to a lawyer at the firm (not measured until a record source is loaded) | Not yet collected |
| Review volume | 10% | Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed firm on the list | Measured |
| Recency | 10% | Share of reviews from the last 12 months | Not yet collected |
| Availability | 5% | Weekly office hours, Saturday, Sunday, and phones answered 24/7 | Measured |
| Practice focus | 15% | How clearly the firm practises this area (its Google category and name) | Measured |
| Proximity | 5% | An office in the city scores highest, less the farther away it is | Measured |
| Claimed profile | 10% | The firm has claimed its Law Firms Ranked profile (free and paid earn the same) | Measured |
| Law Firms Ranked reviews | 10% | Verified client reviews collected by Law Firms Ranked: their rating and how many there are | Measured |
How to choose a general practice lawyer
- Check the lawyer’s status and any public discipline in the state bar or law society directory.
- Ask how many general legal matters matters the lawyer handles each year, and who at the firm will do the work.
- Get the fee arrangement in writing: hourly, flat or contingency, and which costs are charged on top.
- Ask how and how often the firm will update you, and how fast it answers calls and emails.
- Read recent reviews for how the firm communicated and billed, not only for outcomes.
- Ask how often the firm handles your kind of matter, and whether it would refer it elsewhere.
- Meet more than one firm; many offer a short first consultation, sometimes free.
Questions to ask a general practice lawyer
- How would you approach a matter like mine, and what are the realistic options?
- How do you charge, and what will the total likely cost?
- Who will be my main contact, and how quickly do you reply?
- How often do you handle matters like mine?
- Is there any conflict of interest that would stop you representing me?
Terms explained
- Contingency fee
- A fee that is a share of the money recovered, paid only if there is a recovery. Common in injury cases; not allowed for criminal defense or for securing a divorce.
- Retainer
- Money paid up front and held in a trust account, which the lawyer draws on as fees are earned.
- Flat fee
- One set price for a defined piece of work, such as a will or an uncontested matter.
- Limited-scope representation
- Paying a lawyer for part of a matter only, such as reviewing documents or coaching for one hearing (also called unbundled services).
- Statute of limitations
- The deadline to file a lawsuit or charge. It differs by state or province and by type of claim.
- Good standing
- A lawyer’s status as active and eligible to practise with a state bar or law society.
- Law society
- The body that licenses and disciplines lawyers in a Canadian province or territory.
- Board certification
- Recognition in a field of law by a state program or an organisation accredited for that purpose. Lawyers may only claim it when they hold it, naming the certifying body.
- Attorney–client privilege
- The rule that keeps confidential communications between a client and lawyer, made for legal advice, out of court.
- Conflict check
- The search a firm runs before taking a matter to make sure it does not represent someone on the other side.
- Pro bono
- Legal work done for free, usually for people who cannot afford a lawyer.
- Legal aid
- Publicly funded legal help for people with low incomes, through legal aid offices, public defenders or provincial legal aid plans.
General practice lawyers in University Place: frequently asked questions
Which general practice lawyer has the highest LFR Score in University Place?
By LFR Score, the highest-ranked general practice lawyer in University Place, WA is Dennis J. Twichel Attorney At Law with an LFR Score of 71/100. It has 5.0★ from 471 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. Law Office of Michael Harbeson (#2) and Ticket Cutter (#3) follow. We ranked 290 general practice lawyers on nine factors, last updated November 9, 2026.
How many general practice lawyers are there in University Place?
LawFirmsRanked ranks 290 general practice lawyers serving University Place, WA. 7 of them are based in University Place; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Another 20 within 25 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of November 2026.
Which general practice lawyers in University Place are open 24/7?
9 ranked general practice lawyers in University Place post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Dennis J. Twichel Attorney At Law (#1), Law Office of Michael Harbeson (#2) and Greg S. Law Firm - Tacoma (#7). Hours come from each law firm's Google listing as of November 2026, so call to confirm.
Which general practice lawyers in University Place work on weekends?
22 of 290 ranked general practice lawyers post Saturday hours and 17 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Dennis J. Twichel Attorney At Law (#1), Law Office of Michael Harbeson (#2) and Law Offices of Carl Colbert, LTD., PC (#4). Posted hours are office hours; many firms meet clients by appointment outside them.
What Google rating do University Place general practice lawyers have?
The median Google rating among 290 rated general practice lawyers in University Place is 4.4★, with a median of 11 reviews. Ticket Cutter has the most, 1,306 reviews, and ranks #3. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.
How does LawFirmsRanked rank general practice lawyers?
Each general practice lawyer gets a 0–100 LFR Score from nine published factors, led by reputation (25%), practice focus (15%), review volume (10%) and recency (10%). A law firm with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency; other factors we cannot measure are left out. Only law firms with a confirmed practice area and 3 or more reviews, or a claimed profile, are ranked.
Do general practice lawyers outside University Place count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 25 mi of the University Place city center, our service radius for general practice lawyers. Each listing shows where the law firm is based and how far away it is. Proximity is 5% of the LFR Score, so a nearby law firm gets a small edge.
Can general practice lawyers pay to rank higher on LawFirmsRanked?
No. The LFR Score never reads payment status, and this ranking has 0 paid placements. Up to 3 Featured law firms may appear above the list, labelled Attorney advertising and showing their honest rank.
How do general practice lawyers in University Place, WA charge?
General practice lawyers usually charge flat fees for routine work such as simple wills or closings and hourly rates for disputes. Ask for the fee arrangement in writing before you agree.
When is a general practice lawyer a good fit?
For common matters such as wills, home purchases, small business contracts or minor disputes, especially in smaller cities. For complex cases, ask how often the firm handles your kind of matter. This is general information, not legal advice.
How is this list of general practice lawyers in University Place, WA ranked?
By LFR Score only, from public data on reviews, practice focus, office location and hours. Firms labelled “Attorney advertising” paid for that placement; payment never changes a rank, and a rank is not an endorsement.
Does a lawyer need an office in University Place?
No, but the lawyer must be licensed in your state (or, for federal matters such as immigration, in some state). A local office makes meetings and court appearances easier, so proximity is one of our factors.
Update log for University Place
- November 2026: LFR Scores recalculated for 290 general practice lawyers serving University Place.
- November 2026: 1 duplicate listing merged.
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