Benjamin Winkelman started the firm in 2022 after practicing for more than 20 years at Parker, Winkelman and Parker, P.S. The firm serves individuals, families, and businesses throughout Grays Harbor County and beyond.
Our attorneys bring decades of combined experience across a wide range of legal practice areas, and we are proud to be recognized leaders in the community and legal affairs in Washington.
Born in Aberdeen, Washington in 1974, Ben Winkelman has deep roots in Grays Harbor County. He founded Winkelman Law Firm Inc. in 2022 after practicing for more than 20 years at Parker, Winkelman and Parker, P.S. — bringing with him a wealth of experience and an unwavering dedication to his clients.
Ben is committed to providing experienced, effective counsel to individuals, families, and businesses. His practice encompasses a broad range of civil and family matters, and he is widely recognized as a leader in both the legal community and in local government.
Ryan was born and raised in San Diego, California. After graduating from California State University, Long Beach with a Bachelor of Arts degree in English and a Technical and Professional Writing Certificate in 1999, Ryan worked as a technical writer for Unisys in Mission Viejo, California, where he had been working as an intern since 1998. Ryan moved from Orange County back down to the San Diego area in 2003, working as a car insurance adjuster and a lead revenue analyst in 24 Hour Fitness’ corporate accounting department, before returning to technical writing at The UPS Store’s corporate headquarters in the Sorrento Valley area of San Diego County.
After returning to school to earn his J.D. at Thomas Jefferson School of Law, Ryan relocated to Washington State and was admitted to the bar in 2014. Ryan ran his own firm for approximately four years, handling family law matters, estate planning, personal injury litigation, employment disputes and business law, including contracts and entity formation. Ryan went on to work as a corporate counsel and a litigator focusing on construction defect cases. In 2021, Ryan relocated in order to work in Grays Harbor County as a litigator with a heavy emphasis on family law cases. In addition, Ryan has handled criminal cases and a variety of civil work, including contract disputes and real property issues.
Mr. Pesicka and his wife reside in Hoquiam with their three dogs, Bella, Lucki, and Mr. Kibbles. Mr. Pesicka is excited to work with such a seasoned and highly regarded attorney as Mr. Winkelman and is determined to continue zealously representing clients as an associate at Winkelman Law Firm.
Kimberly Studerus was born in Wrangell, Alaska and raised in Eastern Washington. She moved to Texas to attend law school and worked for several years in Texas before returning to the Pacific Northwest in 2006. She now resides in Belfair, WA. Kimberly started her legal career as an associate in a Houston, Texas civil litigation firm. She quickly obtained her dream job and shifted gears to become a Special Agent for the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development-Office of Inspector General (HUD OIG) where she investigated fraud, waste and abuse and worked frequently with other federal agencies. During her tenure with HUD OIG she was recognized at the national level for her investigative work. Kimberly later decided to prioritize her growing family and shifted back to practicing law. Over the years she has been of counsel for a firm that handled real estate, construction, and estate planning and also had her own law firm focusing on estate planning.
Kimberly has known Ben Winkelman for almost thirty years. She is looking forward to working with the Winkelman Law firm and excited to work with clients in a personable and individualized manner.
Dianne is originally from Soldotna, Alaska. She loves steak, PNW coffee shops, and is looking forward to getting a dog. She graduated from Grand Canyon University in Phoenix, Arizona, in 2026. During her undergraduate career, she was actively involved with the Associated Students of GCU and served her final year as Student Body Vice President, representing more than 133,000 students.
Dianne is excited to continue growing professionally alongside the attorneys at Winkelman Law Firm and to play a role in helping clients plan for and protect their future. Having recently moved to Grays Harbor, she is excited to call the area home and become part of the local community.
Born and raised on the harbor, I’m a married mom of two adult children who appreciates the simple things in life. Over the years, my career has given me the opportunity to work in a variety of roles, including retail and retail management, sales management, and administrative support. I began this new chapter as a Legal Secretary with Winkelman Law Firm, Inc.
Outside of work, our home is filled with love, a little bit of chaos, and a wonderfully eclectic group of pets—a dog, two cats, and a leopard gecko. I enjoy camping and the occasional adventure, especially when it gives me the opportunity to discover somewhere new. When I’m not spending time with family, you’ll often find me curled up with a good book, working on a craft, or simply enjoying a quiet moment at home.
