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With over twenty years of complex commercial litigation experience, I have acted as lead trial counsel in numerous commercial cases throughout the Western United States, both in Federal and State courts. Prior to joining Lee & Hayes, I was the Managing Partner of one of Spokane, Washington’s largest law firms. After completing law school, I clerked for the Honorable Justin L. Quackenbush, Chief Federal Judge for the Eastern District of Washington. I am well versed in all types of litigation, including commercial and banking, employment, franchise, contractor and subcontractor disputes, environmental, insurance, real estate, and land use litigation.. I'm honored to have been selected for inclusion in Best Lawyers in America in the field of Commercial Litigation from 2013-2016. I'm also AV Preeminent Peer Review Rated by Martindale-Hubbell.

WILLIAM M. SYMMES is a shareholder at Witherspoon, Kelley, headquartered in Spokane and has practiced for over 24 years.  Licensed in Washington, Idaho, and Oregon, Mr. Symmes’ practice has been focused primarily on commercial, real estate, and labor and employment litigation.. He earned his undergraduate degree in Economics and Political Science from Yale University and his law degree, cum laude, Order of the Coif, from Southern Methodist University in Dallas, Texas, where served as an Associate Editor on the S.M.U. Law Review and the Journal of Air Law and Commerce.. He currently sits on the Board of Directors for the Sacred Heart Children’s Hospital Foundation and Greater Spokane Incorporated.  He is the Past-President of the Federal Bar Association for the Eastern District of Washington and a Lawyer Representative from the Eastern District of Washington to the Ninth Circuit Judicial Conference, where he serves on the Conference Executive Committee.

Thad represents and advises clients on a wide range of matters and has litigated cases in the state and federal courts in Washington and Idaho.  He advises public and private sector clients on regulatory matters and contract drafting, compliance, and enforcement.  Prior to law school, Thad worked in human resources in benefits enrollment and administration, payroll, recruiting, and health and safety compliance.  In his free time, Thad enjoys spending time with family, biking, and skiing.

Scott R. Staab is admitted to practice in both Washington and Idaho. He practices in both state and federal courts.  He primarialy focuses on DUI, Criminal, and Personal Injury cases. He is an exceptional trial lawyer committed to client satisfaction. Call for a free consultation at.

Outside-of-work interests include snow skiing, scuba diving and playing the guitar in a classic rock band

Nick is a trial attorney whose practice consists primarily of complex civil litigation and construction litigation. Nick advises contractors, subcontractors, owners, sureties and all types of construction industry issues and disputes, as well as, litigates condemnation cases, commercial litigation, employment discrimination, government liability litigation, property disputes and other complex litigation.

My practice primarily focuses on employment and civil rights issues. My typical caseload includes claims involving sexual harassment, severance, wrongful termination, retaliation, discrimination, whistleblower, and wage and hour disputes.. I was born and raised in Spokane, Washington. I grew up camping and fishing by local lakes and rivers, and I love my hometown. I attended Western Washington University and earned a degree in Economics and Political Science. After college, I worked in the banking sector for several years. In an effort to make a bigger impact in my community, I enrolled in the first accelerated JD program at Gonzaga School of Law. My focus was on consumer protection and corporate law. My first job out of law school was working on a grant for unemployed Veterans at the Unemployment Law Project. After the grant period ended, I wanted to continue to pursue public interest law.. I am most interested in improving the lives of the people of Spokane and Washington State. I am a fierce advocate of social justice and am always eager to pursue the interests of the poor, weak, and marginalized.

My practice focuses on employment and personal injury litigation, representing both plaintiffs and defendants. I am also available for drafting, review, and assessment of employment contracts and clauses. Please contact me to make an appointment for a consultation.

Michael Franklin is a shareholder in the Spokane office of Lukins & Annis, P.S. Lukins & Annis is a full service civil law firm with offices in Washington and Idaho. Mike's practice focuses on representing business and corporate clients in complex commercial law matters and employment-related disputes. Please feel free to visit Lukins and Annis' website at for more information.. ---. Mike is an avid fly fisherman who enjoys traveling and relaxing with his wife and daughters.

Megan is a Partner with Etter, McMahon, Lamberson, Van Wert & Oreskovich.  Megan specalizes in all aspects of municipal law and defense including condemnation, land use and zoning, public records, State and Federal compliance, Constitutional issues, as well as employment defense. Prior to joining Etter McMahon, Megan was an Assistant City Attorney with the City of Coeur d'Alene. As a prosecutor, Megan was active in the courtroom, gaining valuable experience in pre-trial and trial settings. Megan is active in the Spokane County Bar Association, Washington Women Lawyers, and as an alumni of Gonzaga Law.  Megan is a member of the Washington State Association of Municipal Attorneys and is a member of the WSAMA  Amicus Committee.  For 2019-2022, Megan was selected as a SuperLawyer - Rising Star for her practice in State, Local and Municipal Law.. Megan graduated from Gonzaga Law in 2013 with honors. While at Gonzaga, Megan was the Editor-in-Chief of the Gonzaga Journal of International Law and active in the Women's Law Caucus.  Megan was an intern with the Spokane County Prosecutor's Office and the law firm of Koegen Edwards.. Prior to law school, Megan graduated from New York University in 2007 and returned to her hometown of Long Beach, California. Megan was a legal assistant in Long Beach with a prominent litigation firm for three years. There, she learned the practical skills necessary in the legal profession; skills she still utilizes to this day.

Mary Giannini has over 20 years of experience advising healthcare providers. Prior to joining Witherspoon Kelley, she served as the coordinator of hospital services for a California hospital council, and as Director of Planning and Implementation for a healthcare planning network for the State of Idaho.. Mary consults with providers on compliance and implementation of health information and security, as well as compliance with fraud and abuse and Stark laws. She drafts and negotiates healthcare contracts, joint ventures, mergers, and acquisitions. She assists practitioners in practice management issues, including employment, contracting, reimbursement, health and safety, and antitrust issues.

Litigation attorney located in Spokane, Washington.

Joshua Maurer was born in Ellensburg, Washington. He’s very proud of his state and chose to settle in Spokane after graduating law school. Josh is a hard worker who put himself through both college and law school. He lives here with his wife and children, and he is active in the community. He loves the area, and is passionate about helping the people of Spokane. Josh Maurer is an experienced Spokane attorney focusing on the areas of personal injury, employment, and criminal law.

Jenaé M. Ball is a principal at Randall | Danskin, P.S. located in Spokane, Washington. She is licensed to practice law in Washington and Idaho, and her practice focuses primarily on employment litigation and advice.. Jenaé was born and raised in Santa Rosa, California. She attended Gonzaga University and earned a BA double majoring in International Relations and French Language and Literature. During college, she studied for a year in Paris, France at the prestigious L'Institut Catholique de Paris where she earned a diplome.. Between college and law school, Jenaé studied foreign policy at American University in Washington, D.C. and interned for the International Foundation for Election Systems (“IFES”), which is a non-government organization that focuses on democracy building and election assistance in developing countries. After completing her studies at American University, she returned to her hometown and worked as a law clerk at Baddley, Oliker, and Sartori for a year prior to attending law school.. Jenaé attended Gonzaga University School of Law, during which time she served on the Student Bar Association and was awarded Representative of the Year, was member of the Moot Court Council’s National Trial Team, served as Vice President of Phi Delta Phi, received a Cali Award for Labor Law, was on the Dean’s Academic Honors List, and a member of various student council societies and caucuses. During the summer of 2003, she attended Gonzaga University School of Law’s International Law Program in Florence, Italy.. During law school and for several months post-graduation, Jenaé interned at the Spokane County Prosecuting Attorney’s office where she assisted in the implementation of the federal Drug Endangered Children program. Jenaé trained law enforcement in statutory interpretation and evidence collection procedures, worked on a variety of criminal matters, and tried felony cases.. In 2006, Jenaé was hired as a civil litigation associate with Paine Hamblen, during which time she focused primarily on employment litigation both at the state and federal levels. In 2008, she was hired by K&L Gates, where she continued to work in the area of employment litigation and advice as well as complex civil litigation and corporate advice. In 2011, she was hired by Randall | Danskin, P.S. to work in the firm's employment and labor law group.

I work as a mediator and litigator in all areas of employment, labor, veterinary and animal law. I also serve as Guardian Ad Litem on family law cases.. I represent clients in administrative and court litigation. I have experience defending clients concerning Human Rights Commission complaints, unemployment claims, and industrial insurance claims.  I have also defended clients in federal and state courts in Washington and Idaho.  I have extensive experience in matters related to wage and hour discrimination claims, covenants-not-to-compete, and public policy torts. I represent veterinarians in disciplinary hearings, settlements, and negligence cases, as well as drafting contracts regarding animal issues and Amicus briefs. I also counsel employers on their day-to-day labor and employment issues.. Representative Cases:. 1057. (E.D. Wash. 2005) (Breach of covenant not to compete).. Labor Standards Act, and violation of Washington’s Minimum Wage Act.. Defendant filed a counterclaim for overpayment of wages and other monies.. Defendant won summary judgment award.. Inc.. termination of an at-will employee, breach of implied covenant of good faith. and fair dealing, promissory estoppel, for Intentional Infliction of Emotional. Distress, and To Recover Damages for Invasion of Private Sector Employee’s. Privacy: Placing Plaintiff in a False Light. Defendants won on summary. judgment.. visitation were in question. After investigation of the matters, reports filed wit. the court and matters settled.

I have been an attorney for over 30 years.  I started my career as a deputy prosecutor for the City of Spokane in 1991.  As a deputy prosecutor I had the opportunity to try over 25 bench and jury trials to a verdict with most of them being successful prosecutions on behalf of the people of the City of Spokane.. My practice is devoted to the area of labor and employment law, business, contract and tort law, with advice work and consultation in those areas, as well as litigation and appellate work in those specific areas of law.. I am a trial lawyer by nature and calling.  I have represented clients at summary judgment, administrative hearings, labor arbitrations, unemployment compensation hearings and before the Merit Systems Protection Board.  I have also tried jury and bench trials in the United States District Court for both the Western and Eastern Districts.  I have also tried jury and bench trials in Spokane County Superior Court and Pend Oreille County Superior Court state of Washington.. I also have substantial appellate experience.  I have appeared before the Federal Circuit Court of Appeals, the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals, the Washington Court of Appeals (Division III), and the Washington Supreme Court on numerous occasions.  Most recently, I successfully argued before the Washington Supreme Court on behalf of Gonzaga University in an alleged whistleblower and wrongful discharge case resulting in a unanimous 9-0 decision and clarification of the law.  Martin v. Gonzaga University, 191 Wash. 2d 712, 725 (2018). For over 28 years I have provided representation both advice and litigation to numerous large, medium size and small businesses through out the state of Washington in the area of labor and employment law, business, contract and tort law.  I also have extensive experience in representing public sector employers and employees.  The specific industries that I have represented employers and employees include, but are not limited to, the following:  architectural, healthcare, finance and wealth management, trucking, autombile, retail, mining, fire services, law enforcement, timber, engineering, banking, construction, restaurant, employment for disabled and government.. I have also represented employers, employees and individuals relating to employment law matters, including Veterans involving claims of discrimination and retaliation under The Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA) and employers, employees, and individuals in the area of discrimination and retaliation under Washington's Law Against Discrimination and federal law relating to Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, Americans With Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 1981, Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the National Labor Relations Act (NLRB).. For over 28 years I have dealt with a variety of legal issues, including, but not limited to, providing advice, consultation, litigation and appellate work relating to Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Washington's Law Against Discrimination, Equal Pay Act, Age Discrimination and Employment Act, Americans with Disabilities Act, Fair Labor Standards Act, Washington's Minimum Wage Act, Family Medical Leave Act, National Labor Relations Act, WARN Act, Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (COBRA), Uniform Trade Secrets Act, Non-Competition Agreements, contract and tort law and other areas encompassing both federal and state law.. I have also successfully resolved and achieved favorable settlement results on behalf of my clients either through direct negotiation or mediation.. I have also been retained as an independent investigator by employers, law firms and human resource consultants to perform investigations relating to allegations of workplace misconduct and potential violations of the employment laws.. I have also provided continuing legal education to lawyers for over 28 years in the area of labor and employment law and contract law.. I have also taught at the undergraduate level for Gonzaga University as an adjunct professor in the areas of preparing students to take the Law School Admissions Test and introducing students to the law of employment discrimination.  I have also provided mentoring to both undergraduate and law students as they prepare for a career in the legal field.. I have been happily married for over 23 years to my lovely wife Dana.  We have 4 children who are very successful in their own right.. Please feel free to contact me if you are in need of the legal services I can provide.

I began my legal career with Stamper Rubens, P.S. in 1995. With a focus on litigation, my practice emphasizes all aspects of employment law, including trade secret violations, discrimination claims, and violations of non-compete or non-solicitation agreements, and various types of commercial and business litigation, as well as advice and consult and litigation for healthcare entities and providers.. I am admitted to practice before all Washington state courts, the U. S. District Courts for the Eastern and Western Districts of Washington, and the United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit.. I am also very active in the Spokane community serving as President of the Inland Northwest Society of Human Resource Management (INSHRM), Chancellor for The Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist, general counsel for the Spokane Home Builders Association, and Past President of Spokane Rotary Club 21. I also serve as general counsel and board member for the Board of Directors for Goodwill Industries of the Inland Northwest.

I am very active in the community through service on not-for-profit board of directors.  I am currently the eastern Washington representative on the Washington Officials Association Executive Board.. I enjoy spending time with my infant son and my husband, spending weekends at our family lake cabin, officiating and watching basketball, reading, and exercising.

I am SVP of Human Resources and Associate General Counsel of Red Lion Hotels Corporation.  Previously, I was a partner with Summit Law Group where I represented public and private sector employers in a variety employment and labor-related matters.

I am married and have three sons.  When I am not practicing law, teaching or taking care of my family, I love to go camping or skiing.. I started my own practice in 1995 in order to be able to represent the people and cases that I choose.  I am guided in my practice by being forthright and honest, hardworking, responsive and dedicated to being a formidable advocate for my client's interests.  I love practicing law because the work  is different every day, and I get to make a difference in people's lives.

I am an attorney with Cooney Law Offices, P.S. in Spokane. My primary practice areas are Plaintiff's side employment law and personal injury. I strive to be readily available, and listen to my clients. I take the time to give my clients the best possible representation and outcome.

I am a happily married father of three.  I enjoy spending time with my family, reading, and exercising. Before becoming an attorney I served in the  U.S. Army. As to the law, I primarily do plaintiff side employment discrimination and retalition cases. I've tried cases to verdict in federal and state courts and have obtained verdicts ranging from $60, to > $1,000,. I must say, of course, that results may vary as one never truly knows what a jury (or judge) is going to do.

Handling or associating in USERRA litigation, Veterans Benefits and hiring preference claims, and Federal or State civil appeals. Admitted in Washington State; the Federal Courts of Washington, E. Dist of Wisconsin, District of Colorado; the 5th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, and the Federal Circuit Court of Appeals; the Merit System Protection Board; and the United States Supreme Court. Accredited Attorney for claims against the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Certified by the Washington State Department of Veteran Affairs as a Veteran Owned Business.  Deep discounts to hourly rates for disabled veterans.

Douglas C. McDermott is a partner at Paukert & Troppmann, PLLC, where he represents clients in personal injury, employment, product liability, and consumer fraud litigation in state and federal courts throughout the country.  Mr. McDermott is recognized as one of Washington's top litigators for his work on complex wrongful death and traumatic injury cases, as well as high profile class action lawsuits against companies such as Expedia, Inc., Washington Mutual, Inc., and , Inc.  He has also represented consumers in nationwide class action litigation against major pharmaceutical manufacturers, including Pfizer, Inc., Bayer Corp., and Bristol-Myers Squibb Co., and he has recovered more than $32 million on behalf of his clients.

Doug has practiced law for over 44 years in D.C., New York, PA, CA and WA, trying cases there and in other states by association. He has obtained many settlements and verdicts up to $3.5 Million.  He currently focuses on serious injury cases, sex abuse and nursing home abuse in numerous states with his partners or in association with other attorneys and firms.. Over the past 20+ years, Doug has served variously on the board of Governors, as VP and Executive Committee Member of the Washington State Association of Justice--WSAJ--The State Trial Lawyers' Assn.  WSAJ  awarded Doug the prestigious Public Justice Award, given to only one attorney in the state of Washington per year.. Doug has been listed as a “TOP ATTORNEY” and "TOP PERSONAL INJURY ATTORNEY” in Spokane & Coeur D’Alene Living Magazine in 2017 and 2018 respectively.  Doug has been a speaker at Continuing Legal Education--CLE--seminars on litigation topics such as, Motion Practice, Video Recording Depositions and others.. Doug's pro-bono work includes; incorporating and co-founding "Heal The Bay" in Los Angeles . Successfully helping "Save the Ballona Wetlands" in L.A., co-founding, incorporating and chairing "Cup of Cool Water”, which helps street youth in Spokane, co-sponsoring/supporting/feeding students at a destitute school in Haiti, serving as Corporate Secretary of Episcopal Properties in Spokane which operates some 1200 units of low income housing in  Spokane, and helping indigent people and environmental issues, wherever he goes.