642 Litigation lawyers are available in seattle, Washington, including Ramona Hunter, Randal Gainer, Randolph Gordon, and Randy Aliment. These lawyers are rated between 4.5/5 to 4.9/5 and 50% provide free consultation.
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.
“Ramona is one of the smartest, most diligent lawyers I have ever had the pleasure to work with. She is tenacious in the representation of her clients. She also has the ability to u…”
The core of Rob’s legal practice is civil litigation, with an emphasis on construction, real estate, and business law. He represents a wide range of clients, from large construction companies to individual homeowners. His is a practical approach to law, which strives to balance the need for a successful legal outcome with a client’s financial goals (or constraints).. Rob is also active in the discussion (and debate) of legal topics within his chosen fields of practice. In fact, he recently accepted a position at Seattle University's School of Law where he teaches a course in real estate litigation. He is the editor of the LexisNexis Practice Guide: Washington Real Estate Litigation where he also authored its chapters of easements, adverse possession, and partition actions. In addition to the LexisNexis publication, he is a yearly contributor to the Washington Lawyer's Practice Manual and provides editorial contributions to the local Tacoma-Pierce County Bar News.
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“Robert Dickson took time out of his day to listen to my easement issues and not only give me advice”
Practice Areas: Civil , Litigation, Litigation, Litigation
Mr. Crowley is an associate in Dorsey's Trial Group. His practice focuses on general and complex commercial litigation including securities, product liability, intellectual property, and franchise matters. Mr. Crowley has also advised and represented clients in U.S. export control matters.. Prior ExperiencePrior to joining Dorsey & Whitney, Mr. Crowley was a Major in the U.S. Army Special Forces.
SODO Commerce Building , Seattle , Washington 98134
Practice Areas: Taxation - State & Federal, White Collar Crime, Litigation, Litigation, Litigation, Litigation, Litigation
Robert Chicoine advises clients in matters of state and federal taxation, be it planning to minimize tax disputes, effectively resolving administrative scrutiny by taxing authorities, or defending clients in litigation when tax controversies cannot be settled. He has been called upon to assist accountants and lawyers as an expert on issues of federal taxation and has been engaged by tax agencies in U.S. territories as a lead lawyer in complex litigation. His clients typically include corporations, partnerships, estates, and individuals.. Mr. Chicoine is a seasoned lawyer who has tried cases throughout the United States in the U.S. Tax Court and U.S. district courts. He has appeared before several appellate courts, including the U.S. Supreme Court. Over his distinguished legal career, Mr. Chicoine has represented clients in administrative, civil and criminal tax proceedings involving diverse issues in all phases of tax controversy. He has handled hundreds of cases before the Internal Revenue Service, Department of Justice, and revenue departments of state governments. Many of his most successful results are those that have never been published because they were resolved by negotiation. His priority is to cost effectively settle tax disputes without litigation, but if that is not possible, he will passionately defend his clients in court.. Mr. Chicoine offers his clients the benefit of having worked for the Chief Counsel’s Office of the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), where he gained valuable experience as a Senior Trial and Tax Attorney for the IRS, and then as the founder of a law firm with a national reputation. He knows how the process works from the perspective of both sides. He also offers his clients the practical experience of having “worked in the trenches” as a court room lawyer who is responsible for the outcome of his client’s case.. Prior to starting the Chicoine Law Group to practice with his son, Christopher Chicoine, Mr. Chicoine was a founder of Chicoine and Hallett where he practiced for over 40 years and was instrumental in its achievement as a tax specialty firm of national repute.. As an offshoot of his tax practice, it is not unusual for Mr. Chicoine to be asked by clients to assist them with his negotiating skills in business transactions such as the valuation and sale of operating corporations and the resolution of commercial disputes.. Mr. Chicoine is admitted to practice in the States of Washington, California, and Arizona.. Academic and Professional Contributions. Mr. Chicoine has taught as an adjunct professor at the Graduate School of Taxation for the University of Washington School Of Law, and as an adjunct lecturer at the Golden Gate University Graduate, School of Taxation. He has authored many articles on matters of taxation, ethics, white-collar criminal defense, and Internal Revenue Service administrative practice. Mr. Chicoine has served as a chairman, participant, or moderator of numerous Continuing Legal Education seminars for various organizations including the ABA, WSBA, King County Bar Association, Hawaii State Bar Association, Northwest Tax Institute, Washington Attorney-CPA Tax Clinic, Washington State CPA Society and ALI-ABA Criminal Section.. Mr. Chicoine has served as President of the Tax Section for the Washington State Bar Association (WSBA) and Editor-in-Chief of its Newsletter. He is also a member of the American Bar Association (ABA) Administrative Tax Procedures Committee and the American Bar Association Civil and Criminal Tax Penalties Committee.. Admissions and Affiliations. California State Bar. Washington State Bar. Arizona State Bar. United States Supreme Court. United States Tax Court. United States Court of Federal Claims. United States Courts of Appeal for the Ninth and Tenth Circuits. U.S. District Court, Western District of Washington. U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Washington. U.S. District Court, Guam. U.S. District Court, Colorado. U.S. District Court, Southern District of California. U.S. District Court of Alaska. U.S. District Court of Arizona
“I've hired Rob Bartlett to represent me in a real estate lawsuit. Rob has been truly amazing since day 1. He is transparent about pricing and the legal process, communicates with c…”
“As the architect of one of this state's largest wrongful termination judgments (over $20 million), Bob Adolph is a formidable and effective advocate. He is well-known and respected…”
I specialize in toxic torts, asbestos, and professional malpractice disputes. I am also one of the few persons to have litigated Housing for Older Persons Act or "HOPA" disputes. For a sample outline of the steps necessary to perfect compliance with the HOPA defense, please contact me at.. In addition, I have defended accountants, engineers, physicians, and orthodontists from malpractice claims. I currently defend two major automotive manufacturers from ongoing asbestos related disputes. I have represented property owners and homeowners associations in a wide range of real estate matters, from litigation to compliance.
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“Richard and I worked together for several years. He is thoughtful, intelligent and passionate about his cases. All told, a great lawyer!”
200 W. Thomas Street, #500 , Seattle , Washington 98119
Practice Areas: Litigation
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“I have had numerous cases with Rebecca over past 25 years, and believe her to be among the very finest Medical Negligence Defense attorneys in the state. Further, while always tena…”
Practice Areas: Litigation, Business, Intellectual Property
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.
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“early understand her clients issues and advocate for them with calm intensity is extremely effective”
“Becki is definitely a rising star - I have had an opportunity to work with her as co-counsel on a couple of cases, as well as observe her in trial workshops. Throughout, I have bee…”
601 Union St Ste 4100 , Seattle , Washington 98101
Practice Areas: Asbestos , Litigation, Litigation, Litigation, Litigation
My practice emphasizes commercial law advice, business litigation and higher education law. I have represented clients in numerous state and federal courts and administrative bodies in several states and Canada. I have negotiated agreements on behalf of clients involved in commercial transactions in Europe, the Middle East and China. I collaborate extensively with the firm's Chinese affiliate, Duan & Duan, working in their offices in Shanghai, Beijing and Hong Kong in my representation of U.S. and Chinese entities in various transactions, agreements and joint ventures.. My experience includes national coordinating counsel in mass tort litigation, securities fraud litigation and contract negotiations on behalf of sports figures. I joined the firm in 1980 and served as its Chairman from 1994-1996. I currently serve on the Williams Kastner board of directors.. I have repeatedly been recognized as an outstanding Pacific Northwest lawyer including: Washington Law & Politics Super Lawyers, several years; Best Lawyers in America in 2013; Who’s Who of International Business Lawyers each year since 2011; Seattle Magazine in 2007; Seattle Business Monthly as one of Seattle’s Best Business Lawyers in 2007; and Washington CEO magazine in 2006. In 2012, I was named a recipient of the University of Puget Sound’s Distinguished Alumni Professional Achievement Award. In 2010, I was nominated for the King County Bar Association Young Lawyers Division’s Outstanding Mentor Award.. I was in Paris in June 2010 to sign a memorandum of understanding between the American Bar Association and the UIA International Association of Lawyers headquartered in Paris, France. Signing for the UIA was President Corrado De Martini of Rome, Italy. Following the signing, we attended the program and reception acknowledging the 200th anniversary of the Paris Bar Association with the Keynote address by French President Nicolas Sarkozy. (see photos). I was also invited by Governor Christine Gregoire of the State of Washington to join her on a trade delegation to Beijing, Tianjin and Shanghai, China in September, 2010.. Below is a list of press releases:. "People on the Move," Puget Sound Business Journal, July 25, 2012.. "Distinguished Alumni Celebrated at University of Puget Sound," University of Puget Sound Campus News, July 17, 2012.. “Chinese Trade Delegation to Meet at ABA Meeting to Explore Legal Requirements for Foreign Business and Investment,” ABA Now, June 1, 2012.. "Seattle Lawyer Randy Aliment Begins Term as Chair of ABA Tort Trial & Insurance Practice Section," ABA Now, August 10, 2011.. “ABA Tort Trial & Insurance Practice Section Addresses Disaster Preparedness & Response With Year-Long Program Series,” ABA Tort Trial & Insurance Practice Section, June 17, 2011.. "Seattle lawyer Randy Aliment nominated as vice chair of American Bar Association Tort Trial & Insurance Practice Section," ABA Tort Trial & Insurance Practice Section, February 19, 2009.. I also served as the "go-to" source for local and national media members seeking legal commentary on the June 2008 trial between the City of Seattle and the Sonics. Here are links to my interviews with the media, regarding the June 16-26, 2008 courtroom showdown in Seattle over the KeyArena lease dispute.. 6/18/08: KJR 950 AM Sports Radio: Interview with talk-show host Dave 'Softy' Mahler. 6/17/08: KIRO 710 AM Radio: Interview with KIRO Morning News host Jane Shannon and Jason Brooks. 6/16/08: KUOW 94.9 FM Radio: "Sonics Trial Starts Today" - Interview with Derek WangFor web version, click here. 6/15/08: Seattle Times: "Attorneys in Sonics case described as tenacious, polite" - Jim Brunner. 6/10/08: Seattle Post-Intelligencer: "Judge's rulings in KeyArena case give Sonics early victories" - Greg Johns. 6/6/08: KING 5 TV: "Sonics Pre-Trial Motions to Begin". 6/6/08: KIRO 710 Radio: "Both Sides Meet ahead of Sonics court battle" - Jim Valley (click here for web version). 6/4/08: Seattle Post-Intelligencer: "Sonics, Seattle outline their trial tactics" - Greg Johns. 6/3/08: Seattle Post-Intelligencer: "A Sonics trial may get ugly -- an expert says" - Greg Johns. 4/24/08: KING 5 TV: "Schultz Lawsuit" - Interview with reporter Chris Daniels. 4/15/08: KJR 950 AM SPORTS RADIO: Interview with talk-show host Dave 'Softy' Mahler
1218 3rd Avenue, Suite 1000 , Seattle , Washington 98101
Practice Areas: Arbitration & Mediation, Civil , Personal Injury, Products Liability, Toxic Substances, Litigation, Litigation, Litigation
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“pproach and execution was spot on and what was required in my situation. So far all the times I have”
“I share an office suite with Randy and had the privilege of working with him on one of my personal injury cases this year. Throughout our association, Randy worked tenaciously to e…”
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