About Stephen
Stephen Simpson trained for the law on the West Coast and returned there to practice. He completed his undergraduate studies at California State University, Fullerton, before earning his law degree from Seattle University School of Law. Those years set the foundation for a career that crosses state lines and courtrooms.
After law school he directed his energy toward gaining courtroom and litigation experience. He secured admission to practice in both Washington and Minnesota, a path that requires understanding two sets of procedural rules and local practice norms. Colleagues describe him as methodical in preparing matters for hearings and trials. He is comfortable in written advocacy and oral argument, work he began early in his career and has continued to develop.
His time in two different legal communities shaped his approach to client work. Working across Washington and Minnesota taught him to tailor strategy to local judges and agencies. He also learned to coordinate filings and schedules when matters span jurisdictions. That practical experience matters to clients who face cross-border issues or who must comply with differing state requirements.
Simpson has participated in professional activities since at least 2022. He maintains ties to the legal community and engages in peer networks. Those connections help him stay current on procedural changes and regional case law that affect ongoing matters. He is known for clear case preparation and steady courtroom presence.
He joined Tully Rinckey, PLLC, bringing his bicoastal training to a national firm environment. At Tully Rinckey he works with teams that handle complex filings and contested matters. His role requires coordinating discovery, drafting pleadings, and preparing witnesses. He is involved in motions practice and the trial preparation that precedes in-person proceedings.
Clients and colleagues say Simpson values thoroughness over flash. He prepares detailed briefs and prioritizes factual clarity. He spends time explaining options and likely next steps. That practical orientation guides how he handles deadlines and client communications.
He lives and practices in a region that often requires cross-jurisdictional solutions. He represents clients in matters arising in both Washington and Minnesota and concentrates his practice on those regional needs at Tully Rinckey, PLLC.
