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Since 1998, Robert Huber has successfully represented businesses, individuals, and families in Bainbridge Island, Poulsbo, Kitsap County, and Seattle metropolitan area and King County. He provides each client with the focused, personal attention necessary to understand their unique situation and needs. Robert Huber helps clients see the big picture and help them reach their goals by providing expert counsel, planning and assistance in a personable, cost-efficient manner.Mr. Huber is a long-time Seattle area resident, has a degree in Business Administration from the University of Washington, and studied law at the University of Washington Law School, being admitted to the Washington state bar in 1998. After serving as in-house counsel in the technology sector for a number of years and being named a "Rising Star" by Washington Law and Politics, he launched his solo law practice in 2004.Admitted to the Washington State Bar Association and am a member of the International Academy of Collaborative Professionals, King County Collaborative Law, Collaborative Professionals of Washington, and the WSBA Family Law section, WSBA Business Law section, and WSBA Alternative Dispute section. Mr. Huber volunteers mediating disputes at the Kitsap Dispute Resolution Center and providing pro bono legal services at neighborhood clinics.When relaxing away from the office, he enjoys biking, hiking, swimming, backpacking and camping with his two children. He currently resides on Bainbridge Island and serves clients on Bainbridge Island, Poulsbo, Silverdale, the greater Seattle area, and throughout King County and Kitsap County

Shelby Lemmel is a partner at Masters Law Group, previously Wiggins & Masters, PLLC, which she joined in 2003.  Shelby’s practice is almost exclusively appellate.  She represents clients in Washington’s three appellate courts, the Washington Supreme Court, the Ninth Circuit, and the United States Supreme Court.  Shelby also represents clients in trial litigation matters regarding potential appellate issues and remand proceedings, and assists trial counsel engaged in litigation or alternative dispute resolution.  Shelby’s practice covers all areas of civil law, including general torts and medical negligence, real property, constitutional law, contracts, and family law.. Shelby received her J.D., magna cum laude, from Seattle University School of Law, and was a judicial extern for the Honorable Barbara J. Rothstein, Western District of Washington, and for Justice Charles W. Johnson, Washington State Supreme Court.  Shelby is a member of the Washington Appellate Lawyers Association, and a contributing editor to the Washington Appellate Practice Deskbook.  Shelby regularly presents at CLEs covering various topics, including appellate practice, personal injury, and family law.

Scott Ellerby is the founder and owner of Seattle-Kitsap Law, PLLC. His main areas of practice are business law, real estate litigation, probate, trusts and estates litigation, municipal law, creditor-debtor law, commercial transactions, banking law, construction law, and commercial litigation. He has lectured at numerous legal seminars over the past 35 years on topics in his practice areas, and has represented a wide range of private clients, corporations, and government entities in negotiations, mediations, arbitrations, and bench and jury trials in state, district, and bankruptcy federal courts. Scott was a contributing author of the Washington Lawyers Practice Manual, and was chair of the King County Bar Association Real Property, Probate and Trust Section. He earned his B.A. degree, summa cum laude, from Pacific Lutheran University and his J.D. degree from the University of Washington School of Law. He is a member of the King County, Washington State, and American Bar Associations.. Scott is frequently selected as an arbitrator by other lawyers and serves as a hearing officer for the Washington State Bar Association, acting as the judge in cases concerning legal ethics and compliance. He has authored several chapters in legal reference guides and has been active in volunteer positions with the Washington State and King County Bar Associations.

Practical and responsive corporate and commercial transactions lawyer with over 14 years of experience, including 10 years at 200-lawyer firm where I served as Partner and Co-Chair of the firm's International Practice Group. I was named as a Super Lawyers' "Rising Star" by Thomson Reuters in 2012, 2013, and 2014.. I regularly advise my clients on (i) forming new entities, including corporations, partnerships, LLCs, joint ventures and strategic alliances; (ii) startup and private equity financings, including SAFEs, convertible debt, preferred stock and other securities; (iii) mergers and acquisitions, conversions, equity exchanges, restructuring and recapitalizations; (iv) commercial agreements for business, including new media, technology, software (including SaaS), training systems, entertainment, marketing, sponsorship, consumer products and manufacturing; (v) employment agreements, consulting agreements, equity incentive plans and phantom stock/unit plans; and (vi) corporate governance, risk management and regulatory matters.. I am a licensed attorney in both Washington and Texas, and I am fluent in Spanish.

Piper provides legal services specifically tailored to meet the needs of clients in a timely manner. She strives to make a positive difference in lives of her clients through her work.  She graduated from the University of Puget Sound and received her law degree in 1994 from the Columbus School of Law at Catholic University of America in Washington, D.C. She began her legal career as a public defender representing clients in District and Superior Courts in Pierce and Snohomish Counties. In 2000, Piper took a position with United States Senator Maria Cantwell collaborating on solutions for community leaders and constituents throughout Northwest Washington. Following this policy and outreach work, Piper continued to use her legal skills and experience in government to work for a statewide nonprofit. In 2006, Piper took time to focus on raising her two children. During this time, Piper handled cases pro bono for the King County Bar Association and advocated for children as a Court Appointed Special Advocate. Since moving to Bainbridge Island, Piper has volunteered as a mediator with the Kitsap County Dispute Resolution Center. Piper handles property matters, real estate transactions and land use, as well as business issues and limited estate planning. Piper serves as a judge pro tempore for Bainbridge Island Municipal Court and Kitsap County District Court. She also serves as a trustee for the Kitsap County Bar Association and as a board member for the Bainbridge Island Schools Foundation.

Nikki Carsley’s civil-litigation practice focuses on municipal law and police liability. She also represents clients in a range of disputes, including personal-injury, premises-liability, employment, and commercial matters. She litigates in both state and federal courts. Nikki joined the firm in 2013 after graduating from the University of Washington School of Law with high honors. During law school, Nikki served as a managing editor for the Washington Law Review and was selected by the faculty as a teaching assistant for first-year legal writing classes. Prior to joining Mills Meyers Swartling, Nikki externed for the Honorable John C. Coughenour of the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Washington. Outside of work, Nikki enjoys long-distance cycling, hiking, yoga, traveling, and exploring the Pacific Northwest. Super Lawyers Magazine selected Nikki to its “Rising Stars” list in 2016, 2017 and 2018.

My practice provides clients with personal legal services in estate planning, real estate and business planning. I use a non-traditional style of doing business that is designed to meet clients' needs when they arise, through responsiveness and efficient, one-on-one communication.. ---. I'm a Missouri Tiger, having graduated from the University of Missouri, with a BS in Business Administration in 1992 and my JD in 1995.  I'm often asked how I ended up in Poulsbo.  It's a long story, but for starters, check the heat index in Missouri in August and the wind chill factor in February.. I enjoy the practice of law, but I love my family.  Consequently, I work from both my commerical office in Poulsbo and my home office in Seattle, as this allows me to be available for my family, instead of commuting several hours daily in my car or on the ferry.  A normal work week for me finds me in Poulsbo two to three days each week on average. Those days are spent primarily meeting with clients or in court. Because I'm often returning home on the Winslow ferry, it's not uncommon for me to schedule meetings with Bainbridge clients at their home or place of business at the end of a day. My days in my home office are production days where I'm preparing work product for clients. However, my use of technology allows me to be flexible for client needs, remaining available to clients for phone calls or Skype meetings.

Lara Wilcox is a highly experienced Medical Malpractice and Personal Injury Attorney who has dedicated her life to helping injured people. Lara represents clients in matters involving medical malpractice, birth injuries, medical institutional negligence, nursing home neglect, animal attacks, automobile collisions, bicycle and pedestrian injuries, traumatic brain injuries, construction site injuries, injuries on land, and wrongful death claims. She has handled multiple matters through trial and appeal, and has argued cases before the Washington State Court of Appeals and Supreme Court.. Lara is admitted to practice in the states of Washington and Idaho, and the United States District Courts for the Eastern and Western Districts of Washington State.. Lara received her Juris Doctorate from Gonzaga University School of Law. While attending law school, Lara was a LRW Research Assistant and Rule 9 Intern and achieved a CALI Award for the highest grade in appellate writing.. Lara is an Eagle Member of the Washington State Association for Justice (WSAJ) where she serves on the CLE Committee and as a member of Women of WSAJ. She is also an active member of the American Association for Justice and the Kitsap, Pierce, and Spokane County Bar Associations.. Lara also serves as a member of the Advisory Board of Rebuilding Together Seattle, a nonprofit organization whose work includes ensuring safe living situations for low-income homeowners who are elderly, living iwth a disability, familieis with children, or veterans in need.. Lara is an avid sailor, scuba diver, and skier. In their spare time, Lara and her husband Jon enjoy exploring the Salish Sea and Vancouver Island above and below the water.

Ken Masters has been litigating civil appeals for about 30 years. He practices in all areas of the civil law in Washingotn's state and federal appellate courts in Seattle, Tacoma, Spokane, and Olympia, including in both Supreme Courts. He is a past president of the Washington Appellate Lawyers Association, and is a Sustaining Life Fellow of both the American Bar Foundation, and a Fellow of the American Academy of Appellate Lawyers. He is listed as a Top 10 Super Lawyer for Washington State since 2017, "ranked #2" in 2018 and 2020, and "ranked #1" in 2019. He was recently named Seattle's appellate "Lawyer of the Year" for 2022.. Ken also serves the bar and the public. He is proud to have been listed on the Washington State Supreme Court's "Honor Roll" for pro bona work every year since 2004, meaning he donated at least 50 hours a year in low or pro bono service.. Ken is also a contributing editor for the fourth edition of the WSBA's Appellate Practice Deskbook (2016), for which he substantiallly reworked the Brief Writing chapter. He also contributed to its third edition (WSBA 2005 & Supp. 2010). He has chaired and taught dozens continuing legal education seminars on writing and appellate practice throughout Washington. He is a past President and Trustee for the Washington State Bar Foundation. He also served as Chair of the Washington State Bar's Escalating Costs of Civil Litigation Rules Drafting Task Force (2016-2018), and as Treasurer and Governor on the WSBA's Board of Govenors (2012-2015).. Ken was born in Moses Lake, Washington, and then wandered to various places with his military family.  He is married to Kara Masters, who is Of Counsel to Masters Law Group, President of the Legal Foundation of Washington and of the Coalition Ending Domestic Violence, and was also a judicial clerk for three appellate court judges. Ken and Kara met in law school. Ken was a Teaching Assistant for Kara's Constitutional Law class, but she married him anyway.. Prior to law school, Ken was a professional musician and instructor, recording, touring and teaching music for about ten years. He still plays jazz guitar and records with various groups as time permits. He was honored to play in a group that was one of five performances nominated for top honors in the northwest's premieir jazz festival, the 2015 Earshot Jazz Festival in Seattle.

James E. Macpherson is a partner in Kopta & Macpherson, an insurance defense and litigation firm that was formed in October, 2001 by merging the existing practices of Joseph R. Kopta and James E. Macpherson. The firm specializes in the defense of personal injury litigation, UIM claims, insurance coverage and municipal defense, and has offices in Gig Harbor and on Bainbridge Island, handling civil litigation throughout Western Washington.

I  am a trial attorney with 30 years of experience--all of it in civil litigation.  My cases have spanned a wide array of subject matters -- from unfair business practices, misappropriation of trade secrets, will contests and contract claims, to ship mortgage foreclosures and other admiralty proceedings, medical malpractice, real property disputes, wrongful death cases and wrongful termination of employment.  I have obtained temporary restraining orders and other prejudgment remedies in dozens of cases and also have experience prosecuting and defending class action cases. I have successfully argued numerous appeals in state and federal courts, including the Washington Supreme Court and the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals.  I accept cases on hourly, contingent and "hybrid" fee arrangements.

I provide General Counsel services to a few select technology clients.

I grew up on a produce farm in Washington where I learned the value of hard work and developed grit.  Later, I received my B.A. in Criminal Justice at Chapman University and then attended Seattle University School of Law. During law school I was the Vice President of In-house Competitions for the Alternative Dispute Resolution Board. I am honored to practice at West Sound Injury Law aka Sherrard McGonagle Tizzano & Lind on Bainbridge Island. In my spare time I enjoy spending time with my husband, gardening, paddle-boarding, and playing with my dogs, Tasso and Roux.

I am an experienced attorney and entrepreneur who achieves results through collaboration, tenacity, and perseverance. I am committed to supporting clients' needs, while ensuring that business needs drive solutions.. My legal experience includes substantial litigation, employment, social media, and commercial transactions' work. I have tried more than 75 cases to verdicts.. I enjoy applying my legal background and creative problem-solving skills to solving business and legal challenges.  I work with both individuals and companies to advise, consult and help resolve business and employment issues.. I live my life based on the principles of honesty, integrity, and loyalty, always striving to make a difference in the lives of others. Whether it is volunteering to help 2nd graders read at Suquamish Elementary or serving on the Executive Board of a State Bar section, I remain committed to making the world a better place for all of us.

Geoff Grindeland is a trial lawyer who regularly defends police officers, municipalities, manufacturers, and other individuals and businesses in high-stakes litigation arising out of airplane crashes, officer-involved shootings, fatal accidents, and other serious incidents. Prior to attending law school, Geoff was a Navy pilot who managed safety, flight-training, and aircraft-maintenance programs. He is particularly proud of his work defending police officers, and he also enjoys cases that involve scientific, engineering, or other technical issues. Super Lawyers Magazine has selected Geoff to its “Super Lawyers” list each year since 2013.

From the beginning of her professional career in medicine as a critical care nurse, Jane had a passion for providing quality patient care. As a nurse, she took care of thousands of patients who required meticulous attention to their medical needs. During her nursing career, Jane witnessed the importance of protecting the legal rights of her patients and then went on to obtain her law degree. Jane’s success in merging her compassion, her medical knowledge and her skills as a trial lawyer gives her the ability to obtain legal remedies and lawful accountability through the civil justice system. She has been a passionate advocate for her clients who have suffered injuries or death in the context of hospital negligence, physician negligence, automobile accidents, nursing home negligence and dangerous products and drugs. Jane constantly utilizes her medical background and specialized expertise to dissect complex cases and bring them to a meaningful resolution for her clients. Jane is a leader in her profession and she has maintained leadership roles in the Washington State Bar Association as a member and past Chair of the Litigation Section and past member of the Court Rules and Procedures Committee. She has also served in a leadership position for many years as a board member of the Washington State Association of Justice, chairing its Court Rules and Judicial Relations Committees. Since 2012, The National Trial Lawyers has named Jane one of the top 100 trial lawyers in Washington State.

BACKGROUND. Adam Morrow has  been an attorney for 26 years, having represented clients in Medical Malpractice and personal injury cases and as a real estate attorney and broker representing home buyers and sellers in residential real estate transactions for the last 15 years (successfully represented buyers and sellers in short sales, traditional buyer/seller transactions, foreclosures, co-ops, and bankruptcy court sales).. SOUND COUNSEL REALTYSound Counsel Realty's business model is an original and innovative approach to the real estate industry combining a law firm and real estate brokerage into one entity. Sound Counsel provides all the services of a real estate brokerage (listing homes on the MLS, professional photography, high definition websites, designer signage, finding and viewing properties, generating offer) with all the services of a real estate attorney. SIGNIFICANT SAVINGS FOR TRADITIONAL HOMEOWNERSSound Counsel Realty charges most homeowners 2.5% commission instead of the 3% industry standard.. SHORT SALES AND FORECLOSURESAdam is dedicated to helping find solutions for homeowners facing foreclosure. Working with homeowners in distress is not only rewarding, Adam views it as a necessary and important obligation in today's housing market. As an attorney, he has a distinct advantage over real estate agents who are not authorized to provide legal advice. Working with banks, sellers, and other agents on behalf of distressed homeowners is a complex matter with a variety of significant legal issues. For those facing the prospect of losing their home, it is a critical advantage to have someone who is both an attorney and an agent on your side.. Adam has also successfully represented dozens of buyers who have purchase short sale properties. He knows the pitfalls involved in these transactions and ways to avoid potential issues. TRADITIONAL RESIDENTIAL TRANSACTIONS - BUYERS AND SELLERS. Closed over 400 transactions over the last decade. Contributor to Seattle Times regarding Real Estate Transactions.. CREDENTIALS. Admitted to the Washington State Bar 1997; Education; Washington State University,B.A.,1989,Political Sciences ; University of Wales,Swansea,United Kingdom,1990,International Relations; Seattle University School of Law,Juris Doctor,1997;Member of King County,Kitsap County and Washington State Bar Associations; Real Estate Broker and Owner of Sound Counsel,PLLC,d.b.a.,Sound Counsel Realty; Member of Northwest Multiple Listing Service; American Trial Lawyers Association; Admitted to practice law in all Washington State Superior Courts,Appellate Courts,Supreme Court,and the United States District Court for the Western District of Washington; 40 hours a year,5 consecutive years of Pro Bono services with a successful resolution in every case; Professional Fire Fighter 2009 - 2011; Board Member of Bainbridge Island Youth Services; Past volunteer West Sound Wildlife Shelter; National Basketball Team of Wales,1990; Proud husband and father.. AWARDS/ACHIEVEMENTS. Washington Law and Politics rated top 2% of all Washington lawyers under 40 by professional colleagues; Pro Bono award by Washington State Bar Association; Scholarship to University of Wales for International Relations; Starting member of University of Wales National Basketball Team; Successfully handled landmark case involving Hereditary Breast Ovarian Cancer Syndrome (HBOC) published on front page of Seattle Times  ;. Professional Firefighter/EMT; Washington State Fire Training Academy - Only fire fighter to have received the Fire Cheif's personal challenge coin in the 27 year history of the Academy; Only fire fighter in the history of the Bainbridge Island Fire Department to have received the "1st Due Engine Award", "Bull Dog Award", and Fire Chief's coin from the WSFTA. Also received "Most Inspirational Award" by fire fighter peers as a volunteer fire fighter.. TESTIMONIALS. Working with Adam Morrow on the purchase of our new home was by far the best experience we have had in any real estate transaction. His professionalism and attention to detail far surpassed our expectations. Not only is he a real estate broker, he is a real estate attorney. The fact that we had legal representation when purchasing our home was a significant benefit. Knowing that Adam has a comprehensive understanding of contract law, and that he was in our corner, was very comforting. I have recommended Adam to several of my physician colleagues, and will continue to recommend him to all of my friends, family, and associates who will be purchasing homes in the greater Seattle area in the future.. - Dr. David Cunningham $932,000 Buyer - Auburn, WA. Errol and I hired Adam to help us get a building permit and to request Kitsap County to vacate and transfer property they owned so we could build within the county’s setback requirements. Adam’s persistent, respectful approach to the county brought positive results. Adam is a patient listener who cares about what we really want. When we first met with him we were impressed by his patience and ability to understand our needs and wants. He has been punctual and we have received many timely communications from him giving us updates, explaining the legal issues in clear, easy to understand language and answering our questions. He has a good working knowledge and understanding of the real estate laws of this area.. - Errol and Robin Schmidt, Indianola, WA. We had a great experience all the way through the transaction. There were several points where we felt an additional level of comfort knowing Adam Morrow had a real estate law background in addition to being our agent. A+. - Scott Weller - CEO, Cequint$1,450,000 Buyer Short Sale - Bainbridge Island, WA. Mr. Morrow’s professional excellence was evident in every aspect of our experience. His expertise as an attorney at law and a real estate agent provided us with a very clear and straight forward experience in signing all agreements to list our property for sale. His marketing tools and plan is the most professional presentation I have seen in my 20 years of working with experienced brokers. Additionally, Mr. Morrow employed the most creative strategies in an effort to provide the property with the most exposure possible. His creativeness and flexibility enabled us to keep a fresh and visible listing amongst many listed properties in Kitsap County. As an Attorney at Law we were confident that the professional advice he provided was correct and sound. Mr. Morrow is one of Washington State’s finest brokers.. - Emily and Ed Wetzel, Poulsbo, WA. As an experienced commercial real estate broker and an attorney for more than a decade, I can say with the utmost confidence that Adam Morrow is an outstanding, knowledgeable, and personable attorney and real estate professional. He possesses many talents and abilities rarely encountered in other individuals. Whenever I have a difficult or complex problem or issue, I often speak to Adam to get his insightful and helpful feedback. Above all, Adam is one of the most ethical, loyal, and honest people I have ever met.. - Berge Hovsepian, Associate Broker, Attorney at Law, Pallis Realty Advisors, Inc., Bellevue, WA