Hunter Abell
Hunter Magnuson Abell | |
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| Born | Colville Indian Reservation, Washington, U.S. |
| Occupation(s) | Lawyer, politician, military officer |
| Years active | –present |
| Known for | Member of the Washington House of Representatives for the 7th Legislative District |
Hunter Magnuson Abell is an American lawyer and Republican elected official serving as the representative for Washington's 7th Legislative District in the state's House of Representatives.
Early life and education
Raised on a ranch located within the Colville Indian Reservation, Abell's family has maintained residence there for four generations. He obtained his undergraduate degree from the College of William & Mary in 2002, followed by a Juris Doctor from Gonzaga University School of Law in 2005, and completed a Master of Laws (LL.M.) at Georgetown University Law Center in 2006.
Career
Abell's military service includes roles both as an enlisted member and an officer, with deployments to Iraq and Guantanamo Bay. His assignments included acting as a liaison officer at Baghdad’s Central Criminal Court and serving as a Judge Advocate General (JAG) officer in the U.S. Navy. He currently holds the rank of commander within the U.S. Navy Reserve.
In his legal profession, Abell is affiliated with Williams Kastner as an attorney and has held the position of president of the Washington State Bar Association since 2023. His previous roles include serving as a judge on the Ferry County District Court and working as an adjunct professor at Brandman University.
In the November 2024 elections, Abell secured a seat in the Washington House of Representatives, winning 70.72% of the popular vote.
Personal life
Abell is divorced and has two daughters. He lives in Colville, Washington.