Conveniently located in the heart of Central Washington, Yakima is a vibrant community where cultural, dining, and social opportunities meet the warmth and connection of a small town. It’s a place where relationships matter—and where businesses, families, and entire industries rely on trusted advisors who understand the region, its people, and its economic landscape.
Known locally as Stokes Lawrence Velikanje Moore & Shore (SLVMS), our Yakima office has long been recognized as the leading law firm in Central Washington, particularly for organizations across the region’s thriving agriculture sector. For decades, agricultural leaders—from growers and packers to distributors and service providers—have trusted our attorneys to guide them through complex and evolving business challenges.
Our team offers deep experience across a wide range of legal services, including:
- Employment counseling and litigation
- Commercial and business litigation
- Corporate transactions and general business counsel
- Real estate, land use, and water rights counsel
- Succession and generational planning
“Yakima is a great place for a young family. We love the proximity of mountains and outdoor activities, yet we’re still close to Seattle. It’s a great community. I’m from the Midwest and feel that Yakima has Midwestern values. To me, it really felt like home.”
Charissa Johnston, Shareholder
DRIVING Directions from i-82 e/I-97 S
- Use the middle lane to take exit 31B for US-12 W toward N 1st St/Naches
- Use the left lane to take exit 31B toward N 1st St
- Continue onto N 1st St
- Turn left onto E Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd
- Turn right onto Naches Ave
DRIVING Directions from i-82 W
- Take exit 33 to merge onto E Yakima Ave
- Turn right on N 3rd St
- Turn right onto E Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd
- Turn right onto Naches Ave
DRIVING Directions from US-12 E
- Head southeast on US-12 E
- Take the exit toward N 1st St
- Continue onto N 1st St
- Turn left onto E Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd
- Turn right on Naches Ave
DRIVING Directions from WA-24 W
- From WA-24 W, take I-82 W to E Yakima Ave
- Take exit 33 to merge onto E Yakima Ave
- Turn right onto N 3rd St
- Turn right onto E Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd
- Turn right on Naches Ave
