Litigation cases in Seattle typically take between 6 and 30 months to resolve, depending on complexity, court schedules, and settlement likelihood.
Seattle Court Backlog
The number of pending litigation cases in Seattle courts generally ranges from 300 to 1,200, reflecting both active filings and ongoing matters.
Litigation Seattle Filing Volume
Seattle courts see an estimated 100 to 250 new litigation cases filed per month, based on recent public court data.
Litigation Case Outcomes
Approximately 30% of disputes resolve before formal litigation, 45% after filing but before trial, and around 15% proceed to trial with variable outcomes.
601 Union St Ste 2600 , Seattle , Washington 98101
Practice Areas: Business & Commercial, Civil , Debtor/Creditor Rights, Employment & Labor , Real Estate , Litigation, Litigation, Litigation, Litigation, Litigation
My work revolves around complex commercial litigation, including shareholder disputes and business dissolutions, trust and probate estate disputes, real estate controversies, contracts, construction issues, debtor/creditor rights, employment issues, and torts. I have experience with trusts as well as financial transactions in the following industries: banking, lending, mortgages, construction, real estate, commercial development and leasing.. I am aggressive in the courtroom, but compromise if and when appropriate. My prime objective is to achieve practical results for my clients, using an effective combination of technical skill and common sense.
Anne Bremner is a graduate of Stanford University (B.A. with honors, 1980) and University of Puget Sound School of Law (J.D., 1982) (accelerated program) (Moot Court Honor Board).. Among other professional activities, Anne Bremner is a member of the American, Washington State, and Seattle-King County Bar Associations, and is past Membership Chair and Trustee for the Washington Defense Trial Lawyers Association as well as the King County Councils of Law. Ms. Bremner is a local and national faculty member for the National Institute for Trial Advocacy through the University of Notre Dame Law School since 1988.. Anne Bremner is the former Director of Media and Public Relations for Washington Women Lawyers. She is a graduate of the National College of District Attorneys and the Jerry Spence Western Trial Advocacy College, Laramie, Wyoming. She was a semi-finalist to be the United States Attorney for the Western District of Washington. Ms. Bremner is a member of the American Board of Trial Advocates, is a Fellow in the American College of Trial Lawyers (the top 1% of trial lawyers in North America) and was chosen to deliver the Inductee Response nationally in March, 2003. In 2008 Ms. Bremner was inducted as a fellow the prestigious International Academy of Trial Lawyers. Academy membership, limited to 500 Fellows from the U.S., is by invitation only. A comprehensive screening process identifies the most distinguished members of the trial bar by means of both peer and their trial courts' judicial review. Ms. Bremner, the only female lawyer from Washington State to be inducted, is one of only 14 Washington Lawyers to be honored with fellowship.
701 Pike Street One Convention Place , Seattle , Washington 98101
Practice Areas: Civil , Corporate , Litigation, Litigation, Litigation
Ms. Holburn is a director with Betts, Patterson & Mines, her practice focuses on commercial and complex litigation. In addition to commercial litigation disputes, she has successfully handled a wide range of litigation for both insured and self-insured clients, including premises liability, breach of warranty, contractor liability, and product claims against manufacturers and retail sellers.
605 1st Ave Suite 330, , Seattle , Washington 98104
Practice Areas: Litigation, Administrative Law, Cannabis
A founding member of the Cannabis Defense Coalition Legal Committee and a lifetime member of the NORML Legal Committee. Aaron has been a tireless advocate in the War on Drugs and the legalization movement. In addition to representing cannabis clients and their business strategies, Aaron has also earned a reputation for effectively handling high profile litigation, defending both individual and corporate clients. Aaron’s representative cases convey his capacity to handle a diversity of complex and serious legal matters. Aaron has been repeatedly named a "Rising Star" by Super Lawyers and Top 100 Trial Lawyers by the National Trial Lawyers. He has been invited to speak on Legal Education Seminars and Cannabis Conferences throughout the United States.
Ms. Miller is a litigation attorney in the Seattle office of Miller Olsen PLLC. Amy focuses her practice on injury cases, including medical malpractice and bad faith actions.. Amy’s approach to each case is to truly get to know her clients from the perspective of friend, confidant, as well as advocate. Amy believes that every person dealing with an injury, whether big or small, is greatly impacted and deserves justice; whether that be through settlement, mediation, arbitration or trial. Amy has compassion for each unique client situation she is presented, and represents them zealously.. Prior to forming Miller Olsen PLLC, Amy worked as a professional malpractice and negligence defense attorney in the Seattle area. Having represented plaintiffs as well as working on behalf of insurance companies, Amy brings extensive trial experience, from multiple perspectives, to her clients.. Amy’s compassion spreads outside of the office where she serves as a volunteer Court Appointed Special Advocate for young children in dependency disputes, as well as provides pro bono work for legal clinics in King County.. Ms. Miller has taken on the role of litigation mentor to other attorneys in the firm, and will work alongside them prior to and at the time of trial.
Practice Areas: Civil , Environmental , Land Use & Zoning, Real Estate , Litigation, Litigation, Litigation, Litigation
Amit’s practice focuses on litigation and bankruptcy. He represents clients in a broad range of litigation matters including commercial contracts, real estate, lending, employment, civil rights and liberties, environmental and land use, and construction. Amit has worked with a wide variety of clients including local municipalities, large and small private entities, and individual developers.
901 Fifth Avenue, Suite 1400 , Seattle , Washington 98164
Practice Areas: Construction , Insurance , Personal Injury, Premises Liability, Products Liability, Litigation, Litigation, Litigation, Litigation
Mr. Lingg has served as the managing shareholder at Forsberg & Umlauf, P.S. since January 1, 2012. His tort and insurance practice includes a wide range of defense matters including personal injury, construction defect, professional liability, product and premises liability, and commercial claims.. Grant’s practice concentrates on the defense of contractors and design professionals facing both personal injury and building defect/warranty cases. His work has required him to bring and defend contractual indemnity and contribution/subrogation claims, and has included the defense of home warranty disputes. He has extensive experience defending clients against premises liability, vehicle accident and product liability actions. He has also defended banks, credit card companies and lenders in commercial actions. Grant serves as arbitrator under the King and Pierce County Arbitration systems. He has served as a Member of the Board of the Washington Defense Trial Lawyers and is a past editor of the WDTL’s “Defense News.”
Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Litigation, Probate, Trusts
Alison is an experienced trust and estate attorney who focuses her practice in trust and estate litigation. With a legal career spanning over 20 years and a background in tax, Alison brings a unique perspective to her practice that enables her to navigate the complexities that arise in matters where personal and financial issues are deeply intertwined.. Alison is known for her strategic, compassionate advocacy, and she has successfully represented clients in a wide range of trust and estate disputes, including will contests, breach of fiduciary duty claims, financial exploitation, and other matters brought under the Trust and Estate Dispute Resolution Act (TEDRA) and the Vulnerable Adult Protection Act. Her dedicated approach to her client’s needs is matched by her fierce representation in court, ensuring that her client’s interests are fully protected. Alison also appreciates the value of avoiding litigation where appropriate. A key component of her practice is to advise and represent clients who seek alternatives to litigation, such as mediation, and she strives to find creative solutions to help her clients achieve their goals while minimizing the emotional and financial toll of the legal process.. Alison received her Juris Doctorate degree in 2002 from American University, where she graduated magna cum laude. After spending the first decade of her legal career practicing criminal defense at Society of Counsel Representing Accused Persons in Seattle, Washington, she earned her LL.M. in taxation from the University of Washington School of Law. Since 2013, Alison has focused her work solely in the area of trusts and estates.. Outside of her legal practice, Alison is an active member of the Seattle community. She is a past president and past board member of the QLAW Association and is a contributing editor to the Real Property Probate and Trust Newsletter published by WSBA. She also speaks regularly on trust and estate topics at legal conferences and continuing legal education seminars.Alison was born and raised in Oklahoma and is proud to be an enrolled member of the Osage Nation.
92 Lenora Street, #119 , Seattle , Washington 98121
Practice Areas: Litigation
Alexander Savojni’s practice is focused on handling construction, surety, and design professional commercial litigation. He is a meticulous and tenacious litigator who has spent large portions of his 20 year career in courtrooms across Washington State. Every case and client is important to Mr. Savojni; whether it was a multimillion dollar federal qui tam action, a contested bankruptcy, or a violation of the Telephone Consumer Protection Act. When Mr. Savojni is not busy advocating on behalf of his clients, he is a pro tem Judge in King County District Court.
801 Second Avenue, Suite 1000 , Seattle , Washington 98104
Practice Areas: Business & Commercial, Litigation, Litigation, Litigation, Litigation
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.
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