Washington Lawyers Matthew Knopp to Matthew Ries

Firm: Peterson Wampold Rosato Luna Knopp

1501 4th Avenue Suite 2800 , Seattle , Washington 98101

Practice Areas: Medical Malpractice

A life-long resident of Washington State, Matt attended the University of Washington where he studied Asian History and Mandarin Chinese. After being elected Phi Beta Kappa in his Junior year, he graduated magna cum laude and went on to earn his Juris Doctorate from the UW in 1979. For over 30 years, he has represented plaintiffs in claims involving personal injury and wrongful death, primarily in the areas of medical negligence, construction accidents, personal injury and product liability, including toxic substances and pharmaceuticals. In addition to extensive work on various committees of the State and King County Bar Associations, Matt has served on the Board of Governors of the Washington State Association for Justice (WSAJ) and is a former Chair of the Association’s Medical Negligence Section. He is also a past editor of the Association’s magazine, Trial News, and has been a member of the American Association for Justice (AAJ) since 1985. Matt enjoys speaking at legal seminars and has published on various litigation subjects in legal periodicals and journals. Matt is consistently ranked as a “Super Lawyer®” by Washington Law & Politics magazine. In his free time, Matt is something of an exercise nut, regularly running, biking and weightlifting, but what Matt enjoys most is spending time with his wife and two daughters. He also served for a number of years as a member and President of the Board of Olympic Ballet Theatre in Edmonds, WA where he has participated onstage in several productions. When he began in his profession years ago, Matt wanted to change the world. He soon discovered that what he can do best is help individuals. He derives his greatest satisfaction from doing just that-- helping one person at a time.

Firm: Menzer Law Firm

2800 1st Avenue , Seattle , Washington 98121

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense , Insurance , Medical Malpractice, Nursing Home Negligence, Personal Injury, Trusts, Wrongful Death, Medical Malpractice, Medical Malpractice

For over 30 years, Matt Menzer has been a trusted advocate for individuals and families facing medical malpractice, serious personal injury, and wrongful death cases. As the founder of Menzer Law, he has built a firm known for strategic legal advocacy, individual attention, and a results-driven approach to achieving the best possible outcomes.. A graduate of Brown University and UC Berkeley School of Law, Matt honed his expertise through two federal judicial clerkships before launching a distinguished career in complex litigation. He is experienced in all phases of the legal process, from case investigation and discovery to settlement negotiations and trial. He is also one of a handful of attorneys in the U.S. authorized to represent vaccine injury victims in the U.S. Court of Federal Claims.. Since founding Menzer Law in 2002, Matt has remained committed to quality over quantity, deliberately limiting his caseload to provide focused, strategic representation. Attorneys JohnDavid Toren and Brady Douglas, both multi-year Super Lawyers Rising Stars, work alongside him, reinforcing the firm’s reputation for excellence in medical malpractice and personal injury law.. Matt’s legal achievements include an AV Preeminent rating from Martindale-Hubbell, a 10.0 Superb Rating on Avvo, and recognition as one of Seattle’s Best Wrongful Death Lawyers by Forbes Advisor. He has been selected for The Best Lawyers in America® 2025 for Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs and is one of only a few attorneys nationwide recognized as a Super Lawyer in both Washington and Hawaii. He is also a member of the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum and has been named a Top Lawyer by Seattle Metropolitan Magazine.. Matt primarily practices in Washington, handling select cases in Hawaii. Licensed in Washington, Hawaii, and California, he remains dedicated to fighting for justice and securing financial recovery for those impacted by negligence.

Firm: Quick Law Group PLLC

1621 114th Ave SE , Bellevue , Washington 98004

Practice Areas: Car Accidents

Attorney Matthew Quick studied Economics and graduated with Honors from the University of Puget Sound.  He had a career in Mortgage Banking before attending the evening program at Seattle University School of Law, where he graduated magna cum laude.. Mr. Quick’s practice includes representing plaintiffs in personal injury cases involving motor vehicle accidents, product defects, and premises liability.  Injuries include traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries and what the insurance industry likes to call “soft tissue” injuries.

Firm: Gordon Tilden Thomas & Cordell, LLP

600 University Street, Suite 2915 , Seattle , Washington 98101

Practice Areas: Insurance

Firm: Philbrook Law Office

300 W. 39th St. , Vancouver , Washington 98660

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense , Motor Vehicle Accidents, Personal Injury, Products Liability, Traffic Violations, Personal Injury, Personal Injury, Personal Injury, Personal Injury

Over 20 years I've successfully represented thousands of clients in and out of court in Washington and Oregon. My firm has returned numerous winning trial verdicts, and recovered millions of dollars in damages. This level of success does not come easy, and it does not come without teamwork, passion, and a competitive drive to deliver the best result to each client.

Firm: Chmelik Sitkin & Davis P.S.

1500 Railroad Avenue , Bellingham , Washington 98225

Practice Areas: State, Local And Municipal Law

Firm: Thompson & Howle Attorneys At Law, LLP

601 Union St Ste 3232 , Seattle , Washington 98101

Practice Areas: Elder Law

Firm: Maloney O'Laughlin, LLC

200 West Mercer Street, Suite 506 , Seattle , Washington 98119

Practice Areas: Discrimination

Matt has devoted his career to representing employees who have been treated unfairly by corporations and the government. In 2003, fresh out of law school, Matt successfully tried his first case against the government. Since that time, he has established a winning record of obtaining large verdicts and settlements for his clients in employment matters. That success comes from an understanding that his cases are not about him, but about his clients' stories and righting the wrongs that have been done to them.. Matt has been recognized by his peers with the distinction of Super Lawyer for several years.  He has also obtained a rating of 10 out of 10 by the peer and client-reviewed organization AVVO.  In 2016, he was invited to join the National Advocates Top 100 Lawyers. Matt's writings have been published on a wide variety of topics and he has been a contributing editor for one of the American Bar Association's authoritative treatises on employment law for many years.. On a more personal level, Matt believes deeply in the service he provides to his clients.  From a very young age, he learned the importance of protecting our civil rights. In the 1960s, his father answered the call to all clergy in the United States to come to the South to stand for civil rights. His childhood was filled with stories of courageous individuals, including his father, who stood for justice and equality even at the risk of physical harm to themselves. Continuing this family tradition, Matt is a fearless and unrelenting courtroom advocate against any corporate or government bully who seeks to diminish our proud history of equal justice under the law.. Visit to learn more about how Matt can help you.. The choice of a lawyer is an important decision and should not be based solely on adverstisements.

Firm: Metz Law Group, PLLC

701 5th Ave, Ste 7230 , Seattle , Washington 98104

Practice Areas: Personal Injury

I really enjoy getting to know my clients and working with them to achieve a result that they are pleased with.   I generally form a strong bond with my clients--I am loyal to them, and they stay loyal to me.  As a result, we are able to successfully work through tough situations together.

Firm: Witherspoon Kelley

422 W. Riverside Ave, Suite 1100 , Spokane , Washington 99201

Practice Areas: Class Action

Matt Mensik practices in the areas of commercial, class action and employment litigation. He has tried cases in federal court, state superior court, state district court and before the United States Department of Labor. Matt's diverse trial experience includes cases involving medical negligence, wrongful death, actions against "producers" in a $135 million Ponzi scheme, and whistleblower retaliation. He also has experience litigating cases involving the First Amendment and representing clients at hearings before the Spokane County Hearing Examiner.. Prior to joining the firm as an attorney, Matt was a summer associate with Witherspoon Kelley and a Judicial Extern to Magistrate Judge James P. Hutton, Federal District Court, Eastern District of Washington. He also served for four years as an infantryman in the United States Marine Corps. Matt's service took him to countries on four continents. As a member of the First Battalion, Eighth Marine Regiment, Matt fought in the Second Battle of Fallujah in November of 2004 and was awarded the Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal with combat distinguishing "V" device for heroic and valorous actions during the battle.. Class Actions. Class Action lawsuits represent unique challenges that require experienced attorneys to develop and execute and effective litigation plan from the beginning. Matt has represented large businesses and financial institutions in class actions involving the following subject matter:. • Wage & Hour• Washington's Uniform Commercial Code• Washington's Landlord Tenant Act• Consumer Protection Act• Breach of Contract. Energy Reorganization Act – Whistleblower Retaliation Claims. Matt defends employers in actions brought by plaintiffs under the Energy Reorganization Act, Section 211 of the Energy Reorganization Act of 1974, 42 U.S.C. § 5851, before the United States Department of Labor, Administrative Review Board, United States District Court, and the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals.. • Tamosaitis v. URS Energy & Construction, Inc., URS Corporation, CV-11-5157 (E.D. Wash 2011) (granting summary judgment); on appeal, 781 F.3d 468 (9th Cir. 2015)• Ford v. URS Energy & Construction, Inc., ALJ No. 2015 ERA-00010 (trial held, the Administrative Law Judge left employment with the Department of Labor without decision); plaintiff opted out of the Department of Labor, Ford v. AECOM, 18-CV-05101 (E.D. Wash 2018)• Brown v. BWSR, LLC, ARB No. 2019-0060 (granting summary dismissal); on appeal, ALJ No. 2019-ERA-00003 (awaiting decision). Other Trial Experience. • Kriegman, Chapter 11 Trustee for LLS America, LLC v. 1127477 Alberta Ltd. and Keith Alexander, 2015 WL 328918, No. 2:12-CV-423 (E.D. Wash 2015) (trial judgment for client in the amount of $1,857,890 CAD); on appeal, 701 . 565, No. 15-35198 (9th Cir. 2017) (affirming trial judgment)• Kriegman, Chapter 11 Trustee for LLS America, LLC v. 1140966 Alberta Ltd. and Marvin Toews, 2014 WL 3842979, No. 2:12-CV-68 (E.D. Wash 2014) (trial judgment for client in the amount of $4,408,)• Contineo Technologies, Inc. v. Intrinium, Inc., Spokane County Superior Court, Case No. 16-2-04280-0 (no award to either party; client prevailed on fraud and negligent misrepresentation claims)• Brendt v. Spokane Washington Hospital Company LLC dba Deaconess Medical Center, Spokane County Superior Court, Case No. 15-2-01498-1 (full defense verdict for client in wrongful death case)• Page v. Roberts, Spokane County District Court, Case No. 13145380 (trial judgment in favor of clients). Other Appellate Experience• Lindell v. Bocook, 196 Wn. App. 1023 (2016) (affirming district court decision to grant anti-harassment protection order in favor of client)

Firm: Maxwell Graham P.S.

1621 114th Avenue SE , Bellevue , Washington 98004

Practice Areas: Personal Injury

Firm: GRIT CITY LAW, PLLC.

1105 Tacoma Ave S , Tacoma , Washington 98402

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

GRIT CITY LAW is a street-level criminal defense law firm providing experienced legal advice to any individual facing criminal charges, and comprehensive representation in criminal and quasi-criminal matters of all degrees of seriousness and complexity. GRIT CITY LAW attorneys are licensed to practice in all Washington State, County, Municipal and Federal courts.

Firm: Floyd, Pflueger & Ringer, PS

200 W Thomas St. Ste 500 , Seattle , Washington 98119

Practice Areas: Medical Malpractice

Matthew joined S.L. Pitts PC in 2014. He focuses on family law and estate planning. From 2012 to 2014, he served as a Baliff and Law Clerk to Judge Catherine Shaffer at King County Superior Court. Matthew recieved his JD and LL.M. in Taxation form the University of Washington School of Law. During law school he served as the Chief Managing Editor of the Pacific Rim Law & Policy Journal. Matthew recieved his B.A. from the University of Washington, where he majored in Japanese linguistics and international studies. Matthew also spent one year studying economics at Nagasaki University in Japan and is fluent in Japanese.

Firm: Law Offices of Matthew S. Marcoe, PLLC

7900 SE 28th Street, Fifth Floor. , Mercer Island , Washington 98040

Practice Areas: Business

Counseling clients in various areas of civil law including litigation and transactions involving real estate, torts, business start-up, business planning, estate planning, and bankruptcy.

Firm: Molton Law Office P.S.

1220 North Mullan Road , Spokane , Washington 99206

Practice Areas: Elder Law

Matthew (Matt) Luedke was born and raised in Washington (Maple Valley). Mr. Luedke graduated from the University of Washington with a degree in Communications. Following his undergraduate work, Mr. Luedke attended and graduated from Gonzaga University School of Law with his Juris Doctorate cum laude(with honors).. Mr. Luedke is admitted to practice before all courts in the State of Washington, the Federal District Court in Eastern Washington and before the Veteran’s Administration (VA Accredited Attorney). Mr. Luedke is a member of the Washington State Bar Association, Spokane County Bar Association, National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA), Washington State Elder Law Section, and WealthCounsel.. Mr. Luedke has been practicing in Estate Planning and Elder Law since passing the Bar in 2008 and joined Moulton Law Offices, P.S. in 2009. Mr. Luedke regularly assists clients with estate planning including preparation of Wills, Trusts, Powers of Attorney as well as advanced planning including Irrevocable Trusts. Mr. Luedke additionally assists with Trust Administration and Probate both as an advisor as well as a professional fiduciary. Finally, Mr. Luedke advises families on Long-term Care planning through advanced planning, Medicaid Crisis Planning and the Veteran’s Administration. Mr. Luedke advises on avoiding the detrimental and often devastating impacts providing for a loved one’s Long-term Care needs and financial costs.. Mr. Luedke is married with three daughters (twins plus a surprise). Mr. Luedke enjoys competitive basketball playing as well as watching the Zags, professional photography, and playing with his family. Mr. Luedke is Mason and a long-time adult volunteer for a non-profit youth organization called DeMolay.. Mr. Luedke has been selected to the 2019, 2020 and 2021 Washington Super Lawyers List as a Rising Star in Elder Law and selected in Spokane Living Magazine as one of the Most Trusted Lawyers in the area. Super Lawyers are considered the highest rated lawyers available for representation and continue to meet and exceed a high level of work in the law industry. Only 5% of attorneys receive Super Lawyer distinctions.

Firm: Sherrard McGonagle Tizzano, P.S.

19717 Front St NE , Poulsbo , Washington 98370

Practice Areas: Business

Matt Lind joined Sherrard & McGonagle, P.S., in 2006.  He is admitted to practice in Washington and in the United States District Court for the Western District of Washington.  Matt concentrates his practice on estate planning, business planning, real estate law and litigation, and maritime law.

Firm: Leyba Defense PLLC

3326 160th Ave SE Ste 215 , Bellevue , Washington 98008

Practice Areas: DUI & DWI

My name is Matthew Leyba and I'm the firm owner of Leyba Defense PLLC. In 2010 I started Leyba Defense PLLC after working at the largest criminal defense law firm in Seattle. I chose to focus my practice on criminal defense because I love the area of law and the idea that I can truly help people in their time of need.. I have been repeatedly recognized as one of the best Criminal Defense Attorneys in Seattle by the Seattle Met Magazine's annual "Best of" edition. I have represented clients from all walks of life in every courthouse in Western Washington. I know every Prosecutor and Judge and have seen every kind of case imaginable. My motto is I will not rest until I’m able to get an outcome that a client is happy with.. A Washington DUI and Criminal Arrest is a serious matter.  Let Matthew’s experience and as an accomplished Seattle Criminal Defense & DUI trialattorney work for you, call for a free consultation.

Firm: Davis Wright Tremaine LLP

1201 Third Avenue , Seattle , Washington 98101

Practice Areas: Business

2025 1st Ave Ste 900 , Seattle , Washington 98121

Practice Areas: Securities Offerings

I serve as the Chief Legal Officer and General Counsel of American Seafoods Group, the largest vertically integrated seafood company in North America. My practice is by necessity general in nature, but involves a heavy concentration of corporate, M&A, securities, debt finance and employment law. I've been practicing for 12 years in the Seattle area and am a graduate of the University of Washington law school.

Firm: Stamper Rubens PS

720 W Boone Ave Ste 200 , Spokane , Washington 99201

Practice Areas: Real Estate