Top Litigation Lawyers in seattle | 642 available

642 Litigation lawyers are available in seattle, Washington, including Christopher Mason, Christopher Matheson, Christopher Reed, and Christopher Roslaniec. These lawyers are rated between 4.1/5 to 4.5/5 and 50% provide free consultation.

Litigation Case Statistics Overview

Litigation Case Timeline

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Litigation cases in Seattle typically take between 6 and 30 months to resolve, depending on complexity, court schedules, and settlement likelihood.

seattle Court Backlog

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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

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Seattle courts see an estimated 100 to 250 new litigation cases filed per month, based on recent public court data.

Litigation Case Outcomes

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Approximately 30% of disputes resolve before formal litigation, 45% after filing but before trial, and around 15% proceed to trial with variable outcomes.

Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Christopher Mason

Firm: Smyth & Mason, PLLC
1325 Fourth Avenue , Seattle , Washington 98101
Practice Areas: Business & Commercial, Civil , Construction , Employment & Labor , Employment & Labor, Litigation, Employment & Labor, Employment & Labor
I have more than 30 years of experience advising, litigating and advocating on behalf of large, mid-range and small companies, including start-ups, as well as corporate executives and other individuals. I am committed to cost effective, results-driven advice and advocacy. I try and help my clients avoid and fix problems before they spin out of control and if they are in disputes, to manage those disputes to the best conclusion. In negotiation and litigation, my approach is to identify each client’s leverage and use it for maximum impact.. Practice Areas. ·       General Business Litigation and Advice. ·        Employment Litigation and Advice. ·        Injunctive Litigation including Non-Competition, Intellectual Property and Trade Secret Claims. ·        Business and Partnership Dissolutions. ·        Complex Tort Litigation. Personal. I grew up on the Connecticut coast in a small town called Madison. My mother gave me a lifelong love of mountains and skiing.  My father was a lawyer on Wall Street and I followed in his footsteps. In 1984, I moved to Seattle. Three National Parks within a day’s drive felt like paradise to me and still does.. I am lucky to be married to a great person and Ruth and I will celebrate our 25th wedding anniversary in 2017. We have two grown kids, a son and daughter.. I have a commitment to hunger relief. My involvement with Food Lifeline has informed me on the complexity of poverty and economic insecurity and showed me that people of all political philosophies can come together for common good.. I love to hike and ski, both in the resorts and ski mountaineering.  Most of all, I love what I do. Helping people and businesses by practicing law, most recently for 17 years with my business partner Jeff, continues to be the most rewarding and fulfilling thing I do. I’d be honored to help you too.
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“Chris has been a value counselor on several difficult issues we've faced over the years. I highly re”
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“I first met Chris when he was opposing counsel in a litigation matter. Chris was able to obtain an extremely favorable result for his client. I was impressed with his command of th…”

Christopher Matheson

Firm: Forsberg & Umlauf, PS
901 Fifth Avenue, Suite 1400 , Seattle , Washington 98164
Practice Areas: Litigation
Mr. Matheson is a shareholder at Forsberg & Umlauf, P.S.  His practice focuses on the defense of construction defect claims and product liability actions.. Chris also defends board members in claims against homeowner associations, and he has defended architects, attorneys, and realtors in professional liability matters.  In 2008, Chris moved from Boston, Massachusetts, where he represented construction professionals as well as national banks in lender-liability claims.
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“I recently worked with Chris on a high-stakes case that he entered late in the game. He quickly got up to speed, had great ideas for moving the ball forward, and was instrumental i…”
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Courtney Ackley

Firm: Stritmatter Kessler Whelan
200 Second Avenue W. , Seattle , Washington 98119
Practice Areas: Litigation
I am an attorney at Stritmatter Kessler Whelan in Seattle, Washington.  I was born and raised in Washington State. After receiving my Bachelor of Arts in Spanish from the University of Washington, I attended the Seattle University School of Law evening program.  Please visit for more professional information.  In my free time, I enjoy cooking and spending time with my husband (also an attorney at Stritmatter Kessler Whelan) and our young daughter.  I am also a huge Seattle Mariners and Seahawks fan.
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“he plaintiff, in arbitration. This was my first experience with legal proceedings and Courtney's su”
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“I worked with Courtney on a complex toxic tort matter, and can endorse her highly. She's meticulous in her approach to matters, and a great advocate.”

Cori Moore

Firm: Perkins Coie LLP
1201 3rd Ave , Seattle , Washington 98101
Practice Areas: Litigation
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“I endorse this lawyer's work.”
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Corey Denevan

801 2nd Ave Ste 1200 , Seattle , Washington 98104
Practice Areas: Litigation
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“later and countless hours in court, meetings and mediation, we have to admit that while we have our”
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Conrad Gosen

Firm: Quinn Emmanuel Urquhart & Sullivan, LLP
1109 1st Ave Ste 210 , Seattle , Washington 98101
Practice Areas: Litigation

Connor Shively

Firm: Lane Powell PC
1420 5th Ave Ste 4100 , Seattle , Washington 98101
Practice Areas: Litigation

Connor Costello

1011 E Terrace St Apt 218 , Seattle , Washington 98122
Practice Areas: Litigation
Avvo Rating: Rated 4.0 out of 5

Connie Haslam

Firm: Helsell Fetterman LLP
1001 Fourth Avenue , Suite 4200 , Seattle , Washington 98154
Practice Areas: Civil , Corporate , Real Estate , Litigation, Litigation, Litigation
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“I endorse this lawyer.”

Colin Troy

701 Pike St Ste 1800 , Seattle , Washington 98101
Practice Areas: Litigation

Colin Mieling

Firm: Schroeter Goldmark & Bender
401 Union Street , Seattle , Washington 98101
Practice Areas: Litigation

Colin Hutchinson-Flaming

Firm: Davis Law Group, PS
2101 4th Ave , Seattle , Washington 98121
Practice Areas: Litigation
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“I have worked with Colin as an opposing attorney on several matters while he represented clients at GEICO insurance and now at Bendele & Mendel. Colin has a diverse background in t…”
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Colin George

Firm: CMG Law Group
1211 E. Denny Way Suite 18A , Seattle , Washington 98122
Practice Areas: Litigation
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“I hired Colin to be local co-counsel on a significant federal securities case. He did a great job, t”
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“I have been opposing counsel to Colin in a number of complex matters. I have found Colin's writing and argumentation to be top-notch. Also, it is easy to tell in dealing with Colin…”
Avvo Rating: Rated 4.8 out of 5

Claire Hur

Firm: Williams, Kastner & Gibbs PLLC
601 Union St Ste 4100 , Seattle , Washington 98101
Practice Areas: Gaming , Native American , Taxation - State & Federal, Litigation, Litigation, Litigation, Litigation
I am a member in the Seattle office. My practice focuses on business and commercial transactions, including corporate formation, financing transactions, commercial real estate matters, as well as general commercial litigation. I also assist gaming clients with licensing and regulatory matters. In addition, I advise tribal clients on various business-related matters. I am conversational in Korean. I was named to Rising Stars for 2005, 2007, 2010 and 2011 by Washington Law & Politics magazine.
Avvo Rating: Rated 4.7 out of 5

Christopher Wion

Firm: Summit Law Group
315 Fifth Avenue South, Suite 1000 , Seattle , Washington 98104
Practice Areas: Corporate , Litigation, Litigation, Litigation, Litigation
Chris is a litigator and trial lawyer with experience in a broad range of areas, including complex breach of contract disputes, breach of fiduciary duty, shareholder disputes, trade secret misappropriation, non-competes, securities, and design and construction defect. He handles all aspects of dispute resolution, from initial investigation, into trial and through the appellate process. He also has a long history of advising boards of directors on diverse strategic planning and business matters as outside general corporate counsel.  In his "free time" he enjoys cycling, hiking, skiing, triathlon, and carpentry.
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“I whole heartedly endorse Chris Wion. He is a fantastic litigator and great guy.”
Avvo Rating: Rated 4.2 out of 5

Christopher Thayer

Firm: Carney Badley Spellman, PS
701 FIFTH AVENUE , Seattle , Washington 98104
Practice Areas: Litigation, Real Estate, Business, Personal Injury, Commercial Real Estate, Residential Real Estate
Seattle Litigation Attorney - Business Problems:. Regardless of what type of business you're in, it is not uncommon to run into problems you hadn't anticipated. Let's face it, sometimes even people who used to see things the same way, or thought they did, end up in a dispute. In those situations the legal system gets to be the decision-maker and it is important to have an advocate on your side who can fight for your position. Disputes amongst former business partners can be uncomfortable for clients. Businesses are made of people, and disagreements can cause a lot of stress, not to mention the financial toll. I work hard to earn my clients' trust and try to take as much of the sting out of the process as possible.. Here is a link to my website with more information on my commercial collection practice:. Seattle Personal Injury, Malpractice and Insurance. I help clients who have been injured in serious accidents or in cases of medical malpractice. This involves working with clients to understand how the accident or malpractice affected their lives and then working hard to seek a fair settlement or resolution of their claims from the at fault parties or insurance companies.. Here is a link to my website with more information about my personal injury practice:
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“negotiations or general legal matters. Chris’ attention to our needs is always handled promptly an”
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“Chris handles business disputes efficiently and creatively. He is diligent, aggressive and always keeps his clients' interests at the forefront. Chris consistently keeps his client…”

Christopher Roslaniec

Firm: Preg O'Donnell & Gillett
901 5th Ave. , Seattle , Washington 98164
Practice Areas: Litigation
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“I had the opportunity to work with Mr, Roslaniec on open government cases: He was always willing to share his experience and understanding of the issues, and he was a pleasure to w…”
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Christopher Reed

Firm: Montgomery Purdue Blankinship & Austin
701 5th Ave Ste 5500 , Seattle , Washington 98104
Practice Areas: Litigation
My practice focuses on general civil litigation.  I represent commercial landlord's in unlawful detainer hearings (evictions), business owners in contract disputes, and also individuals in trust and estate disputes.  I strive to provide effective and efficient communication with my clients to ensure my clients are involved with every step of the litigation process.  I truly love the law and can honestly say that I enjoy what I do every day.. I am also a Washington native who loves the outdoors and everything our state has to offer.  My hobbies include mountain biking in the I-90 corridor, hiking, mountaineering, skiing, and road biking.  During the weekends of the winter months you can find me at Steven's Pass, and during the weekends of the summer months you can typically find me hiking in the North or Central Cascades.
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“process went much more smoothly than anticipated. Further, his fees are extremely reasonable. He a”
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“Chris is a dynamic associate who brings great value to Montgomery Purdue; I earnestly endorse him for his skills as litigator, work ethic, and genuine passion for the law.”
Avvo Rating: Rated 3.5 out of 5

Craig Mcivor

Firm: Lee Smart Cook Martin & Patterson PS Inc.
701 Pike Street , Seattle , Washington 98101
Practice Areas: Professional Malpractice, Litigation, Litigation, Litigation, Litigation, Litigation, Litigation, Litigation, Litigation, Litigation, Litigation, Litigation, Litigation
Avvo Rating: Rated 1.0 out of 5

Courtland Theodore Shafer

Firm: Law Offices of Llewellyn and Shafer, PLLC
4847 California Ave SW Ste 100 , Seattle , Washington 98116
Practice Areas: Business & Commercial, Estate Planning, Probate , Securities , Litigation, Litigation, Appeals, Guardianship
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“I endorse this lawyer. Courtland is super smart, ethical, responsive, and thoughtful.”

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