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I have been representing clients in employment and labor matters for over 30 years, including litigation.  In addition to my base of employee and union clients, I have represented several joint employee-employer trusts regulated by ERISA. I also provide proactive labor and employment counseling to employers.. I am an MIT graduate and received my law degree from New York University Law School. I began my legal career with the National Labor Relations Board, and served as an attorney in the NLRB’s Washington D.C. and Seattle, Washington, offices from 1967 to 1974. I then went into private practice. In 1981 I co-founded the law firm that has become Frank Freed Subit & Thomas.. For over 25 years I have served on the planning committee of the Pacific Coast Labor and Employment Law Conference, which annually produces a nationally recognized two day seminar for labor and employment lawyers. I have also served as a mediator.. My approach to client representation is to find the correct mix of advice to the client, aggressive representation in presentations to the other side, and litigation that works for the case and the client.. I come from a family of lawyers, including my father, wife Kay, sister and brother-in-law. My two children, Jeremy and Mikaela, are not lawyers, although they are articulate and were argumentative at times when they were young.

I have been practicing in the area of personal injury for over fifteen years. Although I am experienced in many areas of personal injury law, I devote a substantial portion of my practice to representing individuals who have been the victim of sexual or physical abuse. My office's team of experienced attorneys are advocates for those who have been severely injured or suffered catastrophic injuries. At Ressler & Tesh, we handle a variety of cases that include all type of vehicle accidents, wrongful death, insurance bad faith, DSHS/CPS negligence, traumatic brain injury and other types of personal injury. We understand the devastating impact of death, paralysis, a traumatic brain injury, broken bones, and other significant injuries. Our goal is to seek and hold all defendants accountable and demand full and fair compensation for our clients.

I have been an attorney at HCMP since 1982, having arrived in Seattle from the boom town of Buffalo, N.Y., following law school and college on the east coast. As dictated by the then prevailing real estate environment, I spent my first seven years dealing primarily with workout and bankruptcy matters. As the real estate sector of the economy improved, I shifted to transactional work, mostly financing transactions and loan syndications.  I have found that, working through some troubled times has given me a great perspective on what's really important when "push comes to shove" in a transaction and, with the recent turn in the economy, my early experience has been a true resource in handling the restructuring and workout of troubled loans and in advising clients in creating effective strategies for realizing on their security. I regularly advise our clients, including a number of financial institutions, in lending, real estate, and related debtor-creditor matters, and supervise attorneys and paralegals providing assistance in the full spectrum of financing and real estate-related areas.. In addition to almost 30 years of experience assisting our clients in addressing their legal concerns, I have spent considerable time working with industry and trade groups in ways that have helped me gain a broader perspective on the issues my clients face on a daily basis. Those in the lending industry have even shown enough confidence in my judgment to elect me President of the Seattle Mortgage Bankers Association and an Associate Director of the Washington Mortgage Lenders Association, and I continue to be involved with both organizations on an ongoing basis as Chair of their joint legal-legislative committee.

I have an extensive litigation practice, with an emphasis on employment claims involving race, sex, religion and disability discrimination claims, wrongful discharge, and failure to accommodate. I have also handled a variety of wage and hour matters, including wage and hour class actions.  My practice also involves the business side of employment matters, and I have litigated trade secret and non-compete claims.. In addition to my litigation background, much of my practice is dedicated to advising clients on how to best train their managers and employees, and identifying and helping to resolve workplace concerns as they arise.  This includes but is not limited to helping clients navigate the ever changing landscape of federal, state and local leave laws.. I have presented on these and many other topics to clients individually and at legal seminars.  I have also authored articles on many of these topics.  I was previously the chair of the Labor and Employment Practice Group for a large Seattle law firm.  Additionally, I have my Yellow Belt certification in Legal Lean Sigma® and Project Management.  I am proud to have received accolades from Chambers USA’s Guide to America’s Leading Lawyers for Business, which listed me as a “Leading Lawyer,” and as a “Rising Star” by Super Lawyers® magazine.. All of this experience has equipped me to provide clients the very best in legal services.  I look forward to assisting you with your legal needs.

I have an active litigation practice involving insurance coverage and bad faith litigation, product liability litigation, and general commercial litigation. In addition to his litigation practice, I frequently advise insurers regarding their coverage obligations and exposures.

I have a personal injury practice. Because I am an avid cyclist, the majority of my practice has been devoted to representing cyclists injured by negligent motorists, defective roads and defective equipment. I am a member of the Washington State Trial Lawyers Association, Cascade Bicycle Club and the Bicycle Alliance of Washington. I am a daily bike commuter and I ride 5000+ miles per year. I am a sponsor/member of the ByrneInvent/Jet City Velo Cycling team.

I grew up in Wilmington, Delaware, but I have lived in Seattle since 1989.  I graduated with honors from the University of Washington School of Law in 2000.  After a short clerkship in the Washington Court of Appeals, I joined Scott, Kinney & Mack, PLLC, and practiced there for fifteen years. In April 2016, I joined Emerald Law Group.. My primary practice areas are personal injury, primarily motor vehicle accidents, premises liability (slip-and-fall and trip-and-fall injuries), dog bites, and childhood sex abuse.  One of the things I most love about my job is getting to know all sorts of people and learning their stories.

I frequently come into my clients' lives when they are at the end of their rope. The resiliency of the human spirit never ceases to impress me.. I see my role as first, helping clients first to determine their priorities clearly, second, developing a plan to achieve as many priorities as possible, and third, implementing the plan, with modifications as required as the case progresses.. Most cases, family or otherwise, settle. I can do that. But the most skilled negotiator always needs to have a "BATNA": a Best Alternative to a Negotiated Agreement.  For this reason, some cases go to trial. I can do that too.

I focus my practice on working with and representing general contractors, subcontractors, developers, design professionals, and suppliers in navigating the legal aspects of the construction industry, including resolving contract disputes, bid protests, CPARS disputes and appeals, lien and bond claims, L&I appeals, and contract drafting and review. I have also assisted minority and disadvantaged business enterprise (M/W/DBE) obtain certification in connection with state and federal small, minority, and women-owned business programs.. In addition to my legal practice, I am an avid runner, enjoy spending time outdoors with my dog, Dakota, and attempt downhill skiing. Although originally from the Gulf Coast of Florida, I love the Pacific Northwest and happily call it home.

I first became a lawyer because, as corny as it might seem, I was enthralled by watching Perry Mason when I was a young boy.  The cool and calm demeanor he exhibited in any situation, his crafty cross examination of witnesses that somehow always led to a confession, and not to mention he won all his cases.  While in law school, I volunteered at local legal clinics to help people with everyday legal issues they face, from workplace discrimination to holding a bad landlord accountable.  It was during this time that I saw what power the law held to help people, to improve people's lives, and to be a "big stick" when necessary.  This is one of the reasons I chose to represent people charged with crimes for a living, because so many of my clients are good people even if they made a mistake.  And the U.S. Constitution requires that everyone accused of a crime be entitled to a zealous defense, someone to protect their rights and challenge the government's authority when necessary.  This is why I do what I do.. As a former prosecuting attorney and Judge Pro Tem, I have the experience and knowledge needed to successfully represent those accused of crimes, whether it is assault, DUI, suspended license, theft, and all other criminal charges.  I also handle hundreds of traffic citations a year with an extremely high success rate.  I regularly attend and speak at seminars on trial advocacy, stay up to date on new developments in my field, and provide all the resources my clients need to get them through the process successfully.   But I also take pride in my client service, keeping clients updated on their cases' progress and informed of all developments.   I am also there 24 hours a day if my clients need a question answered or simply want to discuss their case.. Being charged with a crime can be stressful, emotionally and financially.  If you find yourself in this situation, put me in your corner.  You will be glad you did.

I entered the legal profession because I am passionate about access to
justice for survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and
stalking. I have a solo practice, which includes family law, protections
orders, and some immigration.
In all of those practice areas, I am committed to working with
survivors, addressing safety concerns, and empowering clients within the
civil legal system. I offer a sliding fee scale, and work with each
client individually to craft strategies to meet their unique legal needs.

I enjoy trying cases for my clients in the commercial construction and real-estate industries. If you are interested in learning about how I may help you with a trial or arbitration, then please call me.

I enjoy helping clients navigate important life transitions with clarity and care, whether through estate planning, probate, or family law matters. My goal is always to guide my clients toward solutions that protect their emotional, financial, and psychological well-being.. My background in managing legal discovery and internal investigations for major organizations has given me a practical and detail-oriented approach, which I now bring to my work with individuals and families.. Outside of the office, I love running forest trails, diving into books and music, and spending time with family at game nights.

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I believe in consistently providing superior, personal, and responsive service. My desire is to work closely with clients in order to thoroughly understand their objectives and goals so that I can help develop creative strategies to efficiently solve their problems and prevent additional problems from arising in the future.. My role is to alleviate the burden and stress that comes with litigation or other business issues in order to make it easier for my clients to focus on what is important to them. My practice centers on commercial litigation, as well as assisting companies with their day to day challenges.

I believe in client-centered lawyering. I bring this view to all the cases I works on, creating a strong bond and relationship with each client. I believe that cases are a team effort between the firm and the client, where the client is the captain of the ship, and I helps make sure each client is steered in the proper direction to obtain his/her goals.. I earned my J.D. from the University of Denver Sturm College of Law in 2016, where I graduated with Academic Distinction. While there, I worked for the University of Denver Criminal Defense Clinic for almost two years where I explored my passion for indigent defense. At the clinic, I represented clients in county and municipal court, conducted legal research and drafted constitutional motions on behalf of my clients. I continued my interest in criminal defense by working for the Colorado State Public Defender as a certified intern in the summer of 2015. There, I handled my own docket, and represented clients in county court charged with misdemeanor and traffic offenses. In total, I gained extensive experience through handling over 100 cases and trying many jury trials.

I am the Felony Resource Attorney with the Washington Defender Association, an advocacy, training and resource agency for criminal defense attorneys. A graduate of the University of Washington School of Law, I have worked as a public defender at Associated Counsel for the Accused in Seattle before joining the Washington Defender Association. As a resource attorney, I provide technical assistance to public defenders across the state and develop resource materials for public defenders to use in their cases. I frequently speak at programs designed to support quality indigent defense services in Washington state.

I am passionate about being a strong advocate for clients during challenging times in their lives.  I understand how important family is, and will work with you to protect your rights and interests without adding unnecessarily to the stress, animosity, and chaos that can affect a family going through a divorce, custody disagreement, or other legal action.  My practice welcomes all clients, but has a particular emphasis on addressing the unique needs of survivors of domestic violence, military families, and LGBTQ families facing discrimination or extra hurdles.. Happy times can be challenging too, and I enjoy helping families that are expanding through adoption or assisted reproduction, as well as working out agreements between new partners who want to avoid future conflict.. I am an active volunteer with the King County Bar Association’s Neighborhood Legal Clinics and the Center for Children & Youth Justice's Lawyers Fostering Independence initiative, and I am dedicated to helping lower-income clients access legal help as a member of the Washington State Bar Association’s Moderate Means Program.  (Sliding-scale fee structure based on income and family size for households between 200% to 400% of the federal poverty guidelines.)

I am an experienced family law attorney practicing in King and Pierce Counties. I believe strongly in educating and empowering my clients to help them make the best decisions for their own unique legal situations. I work hard to reduce conflict for my clients and reach peaceful resolutions.. A Washington native, I graduated Cum Laude with a B.A. from the University of Washington in 2005. I spent my time living abroad in both France and Argentina before returning to the University of Washington to obtain my degree in law. I am actively engaged in the collaborative law community.. To schedule a consultation please reach out to our intake department.

I am an attorney representing insurance policyholders and employees. After practicing insurance and employment law in Pittsburgh, PA for many years, I relocated to Seattle in 2017 with my wife, a native of the Pacific Northwest. Since then, I have continued representing insurance policyholders and employees throughout Washington and am enjoying exploring the beautiful Washington wilderness.. People I represent include: Holders of insurance policies (such as life, auto, disability, long term care, or homeowner's insurance) whose insurance companies fail to honor their obligations under their policies, for example, by unreasonably refusing to pay benefits that are due under the policy or otherwise acting unfairly.Employees whose employers discriminate against them in violation of Federal and Washington civil rights laws, for instance, through underpayment, harassment, or retaliation for complaining about discrimination. Note: I'm proud to have been well-reviewed by former clients and endorsed by other attorneys, but please keep in mind that those reviews or endorsements don't constitute a guarantee, warranty, or prediction regarding the outcome of your legal matter.

I am an attorney licensed in Washington state. I graduated from the University of Washington School of Law with High Honors and am a member of the Order of the Coif. I am an attorney employed with Herrmann Law Group. I work to help individuals who have been injured recover monetarily for their injuries, largely from insurance companies. I am extremely glad I can apply what I have learned in law school to help people and make a difference.

I am an attorney at law and partner at Wechsler Becker LLP, practicing Family Law, and helping my clients through a stinky part of their lives. This involves anything from divorce, parenting plans, child support, paternity actions, third party custody actions and agreed adoptions, usually by step-parents or grandparents. The only reason I went to law school was to practice Family Law. It's the most likely area of law in which a person will be engaged, and I wanted to help people. I got my wish, love my practice, and have met some very cool clients and colleagues.. Prior to joining Wechsler Becker LLP, I was a solo practitioner for 10 years with my own firm, and before that I had the pleasure of working for 10 years for one of the pillars of Western Washington Family Law, who was a fabulous mentor: Bob Prince. It was an honor to work for one of the most ethical attorneys I know.. Law is my second career; the first one was 16 years in broadcast video production, working in TV stations in Montana and Washington, producing news, commercials and local programming. I even won an Emmy!

I am an Associate Attorney at Reed Longyear Malnati Corwin Burnett, LLP. My practice focuses primarly on family law and civil litigation, including contract disputes. I also manage trademarks and have resolved many beverage law disputes. I appoach each case with diligence and professionalism, and I treat my clients with kindness and compassion. I understand that my clients are are trusting me with their unique life experiences, often during a very traumatic time. I begin each matter with the goal of obtaining an amicable and swift resolution for my client, but and an experienced litigator and prepared to advocate for my clients in court. I have managed numerous complex litigation cases in both family and contract law and has established a beverage law practice, assisting local distributors and suppliers with various issues, from defending statutory protections to negotiating contracts.. When I am not advocating for my clients, I like to hike, camp, longboard or garden when the weather permits. During the colder months I like to spend my days at home with my family, preferably by a warm fire with a great cup of coffee.

I am a Washington litigation attorney with over a decade of experience in the legal industry. I represent clients in state and federal courts throughout the Pacific Northwest in a variety of legal matters, resolving complex cases through a strategic balance of litigation and alternative dispute resolution techniques.

I am a trial lawyer. I have litigated virtually every kind of case -- divorce, real estate, products liability, consumer fraud -- for almost 30 years. I particularly enjoy suing attorneys for malpractice, if they deserve it. I like lawyers -- many are dear friends of mine -- but if an attorney screws up and causes damage to a client, the client is entitled to hire a lawyer to be compensated for his/her loss. I am willing to be that lawyer.

Mike