About Stephen R.
Stephen R — Hormel is a seasoned criminal defense attorney based in Spokane Valley, Washington. With over 30 years of legal experience, he has dedicated his career to defending individuals accused of serious felony offenses in both federal and state courts. His firm, Hormel Law Office, LLC, operates from two well-located offices: 17722 E — Sprague Avenue in Spokane Valley and 225 Basin Street S.W. in Ephrata. This accessibility allows clients from various regions to seek his expertise. Mr. Hormel earned his Juris Doctor from Gonzaga University School of Law in 1987, graduating cum laude.
His academic achievements laid a strong foundation for his legal career. He has been admitted to practice law in three states: Washington, Montana, and Idaho. In Washington, he has been a member of the Washington State Bar Association since 1989. His membership in the State Bar of Montana dates back to 1988, and he has been a member of the Idaho State Bar since the same year. This extensive licensure supports his serving clients across multiple jurisdictions. Throughout his career, Mr. Hormel has handled a diverse range of criminal defense cases — His expertise includes felonies, misdemeanors, firearm offenses, white-collar crimes, and complex drug cases.
He has also represented clients in appeals to significant judicial bodies, including the state court of appeals, the state Supreme Court, and the Court of Appeals for the 9th Circuit. His knowledge of the legal system enables him to navigate complex legal challenges effectively. Before founding Hormel Law Office, LLC, he served as the Chief Trial Attorney at the Federal Defenders of Eastern Washington and Idaho for seven years. In this pivotal role, he oversaw and developed defense strategies for all trial attorneys and clients within the organization. His leadership experience in this capacity gave him invaluable insights into the details of criminal law and trial advocacy. Mr. Hormel is also admitted to practice before several prestigious courts, including the U.S.
Supreme Court and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 9th Circuit. He has contributed to the legal community by authoring a chapter titled "Conspiracy and Attempt" in the "Practice Guide For Defending a Federal Criminal Case." As a member of the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (NACDL), he stays informed about the latest developments in criminal defense. Fluent in English, Mr. Hormel is dedicated to providing clear and effective communication with his clients. For more information or to schedule a consultation, you can contact Hormel Law Office, LLC at (509) 926-5177 or visit their website at www.hormellaw.com.
