Heritage Law Office — Local Experience. Personal Attention. Honest Advice.

Heritage Law Office was established in June 2000 by Joyce Heritage. For the first several years, the firm maintained an office in Western Washington. In 2010, Joyce relocated the practice to Cle Elum, where Heritage Law Office has continued to serve clients throughout Central and Eastern Washington.

In 2022, Joyce moved to Yakima, allowing her to be more accessible for clients and short-notice hearings farther east.

In 2013, Liz Gagley joined Heritage Law Office through the Washington State Bar Association Rule 6 Law Clerk Program. After completing the program, Liz was sworn in as an attorney in January 2019. Liz and her family continue to live in Cle Elum, keeping her closely connected to the community where she practices.

Why Choose Heritage Law Office?

We bring years of legal and professional experience to every case. More importantly, we understand that every client and every legal problem is different. We take the time to understand your circumstances, explain your options, and work with you to determine the approach that best fits your needs.

Client-Focused Representation

Meeting a client's needs is about more than simply solving a legal problem. It is also about developing a strong attorney-client relationship and finding solutions that fit the individual client.

What works for one client may not be the right approach for another. We take the time to get to know our clients and understand what matters to them so we can help identify the best options for their particular circumstances.

Communication

We believe good communication is essential to effective representation. We discuss your options, explain the potential consequences, and provide the information you need to make informed decisions.

You cannot make good decisions about your future without understanding your choices. Our goal is to make sure you have the information necessary to do so.

Local Knowledge Matters

When choosing an attorney, ask how often that attorney appears in the court handling your case. Ask whether they know the court's procedures, judges, and prosecutors.

At Heritage Law Office, we regularly practice in the local courts where we represent our clients. We understand that courts can operate differently from one another, and familiarity with the local procedures, judges, and prosecutors can be an important part of effective representation.

Honest, Upfront Advice

When you work with us, you will receive honest and straightforward answers—even when the answer is not what you were hoping to hear.

Sometimes the best option may not be to hire an attorney. Our goal is to give you an honest assessment of your situation and help you make the decision that is right for you.

Free Consultations

It does not cost anything to learn about your rights and legal options. We offer free consultations so you can discuss your situation and determine what steps may be appropriate.

If we are not the right attorneys to handle your particular matter, we will do our best to refer you to another qualified attorney who can help.

Traffic, DUI, and Criminal Defense

Heritage Law Office represents individuals, families, and businesses in Cle Elum, Yakima, Ellensburg, Kennewick, and surrounding areas throughout Washington State.

Our practice includes a variety of traffic and criminal matters, including:

• Traffic violations and speeding tickets

• DUI and drunk driving charges

• Misdemeanors and gross misdemeanors

• Driver's license suspension hearings

• Department of Licensing (DOL) hearings

• Other traffic-related offenses

We are committed to providing knowledgeable, personal representation and working toward the best possible outcome for each client.

Serving Cle Elum, Yakima, and Surrounding Communities

Heritage Law Office serves clients throughout Kittitas, Benton, and Yakima Counties, including Cle Elum, Ellensburg, Yakima, and Kennewick.

Whether you are facing a traffic ticket, DUI, criminal charge, or driver's license issue, we encourage you to contact us to discuss your situation.

Contact Heritage Law Office Today

Call 509-899-5375 to schedule a free consultation. If we cannot assist you with your particular legal matter, we will do our best to point you toward a qualified attorney who can.