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Joan Kristine Mell

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1033 Regents Blvd., Ste. 101, Fircrest, WA 98466

Civil Rights, Employment, Gaming and 6 more

About Joan Kristine Mell

Joan Kristine Mell is a lawyer practicing civil rights, employment, gaming and 6 other areas of law. Joan received a B.A. degree from University of Montana in 1986, and has been licensed for 35 years. Joan practices at III Branches, PLLC in Fircrest, WA.

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Posted by Peter
July 01, 2025
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I hired Joan Mell to represent me in two civil matters. After signing a fee agreement, she abruptly abandoned my cases without notice, despite active court deadlines and without filing a motion to withdraw, as required by law. When I reasonably asked that we communicate in writing—or by phone with a follow-up summary email—she flatly refused, responding simply with "Nope." Shortly afterward, she sent a message saying “I don’t like you and I’m not taking any more action on your behalf. Contracts are rescinded.” This occurred while she was still counsel of record in one case and had agreed to represent me in another with pending deadlines, including a motion for default, discovery responses, and a court-ordered deposition. She admitted she had done “no work” on the case but still pressured me to accept a settlement without explaining how it was obtained. In my experience, this was an abandonment of professional responsibility and a serious breach of trust.

 
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Areas of Law

  • Civil Rights
  • Litigation 1
    • Civil Litigation
  • Government
  • Personal Injury
  • Other 4
    • Employment
    • Gaming
    • Appellate
    • Employment & Labor

Practice Details

  • Firm Information
    Position
    Member
    Firm Name
    III Branches, PLLC

Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    1991, Washington
    Memberships
    Pierce County Bar Association
    Washington State Bar Association
    Washington State Trial Lawyers Association.
  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    University of Puget Sound
    Class of 1991
    J.D.
    Other Education
    University of Montana
    Class of 1986
    B.A.
  • Personal Details & History
    Age
    Born in 1964
    San Antonio, Texas, June 22, 1964

Joan Kristine Mell

Member at III Branches, PLLC
3.0
2 reviews

1033 Regents Blvd., Ste. 101Fircrest, WA 98466U.S.A.

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