Vernon W. "Vern" Harkins
About Vernon W. Harkins
Vernon W. Harkins is a lawyer based in Tacoma, WA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2001. Vernon W. Harkins is recognized in the following practice area:
- Tacoma, Washington
- Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
Current Firm: Rush, Hannula, Harkins & Kyler LLP
Education: Gonzaga University, BS & JD, graduated 1975
Location: Tacoma, WA
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