Top Personal Injury Lawyers in Seattle | 252 available

252 Personal Injury lawyers are available in Seattle, Washington, including Irene Hecht, Jacob Downs, Jacob Gent, and Jamal Amirzade. These lawyers are rated between 4.5/5 to 4.9/5 and 58% provide free consultation.
Avvo Rating: Rated 4.6 out of 5

Irene Hecht

Firm: Keller Rohrback Law Offices
1201 Third Avenue , Seattle , Washington 98101
Practice Areas: Appellate , Insurance , Personal Injury, Products Liability, Litigation, Litigation, Litigation, Litigation
Irene Hecht is an experienced trial lawyer whose practice emphasizes insurance law, particularly in coverage and bad faith litigation. She also has an active appellate practice and has represented insurance companies in trial courts, the Court of Appeals, and before the Washington State Supreme Court. Ms. Hecht has over 30 years of experience in coverage analysis and representation, including both commercial and personal lines, umbrella and excess coverage, and first- and third-party coverage. She has dealt with a wide variety of coverage issues including: advertising injury, personal injury, construction defect, automobile, underinsured motorist, personal injury protection, homeowner’s, products-completed operations, E&O, and D&O. Ms. Hecht also actively advises and defends insurers in bad faith litigation, with respect to both first- and third-party matters.
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Jason Amala

Firm: Pfau Cochran Vertetis Amala PLLC
403 Columbia St, Suite 500 , Seattle , Washington 98104
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Child Abuse, Child Abuse, Child Abuse, Child Abuse
Seattle Attorney Jason Amala has devoted his law practice to representing individuals and businesses who have been victimized by others. His clients and cases span a diverse range, from pro bono representation of elderly tenants, to representing employees and consumers injured by defective products, to numerous multi-million dollar settlements for victims of childhood sexual abuse.  Jason primarily practices in state and federal trial court, but has also obtained favorable decisions from the Washington Court of Appeals and the Supreme Court of Washington.. Jason was raised in Salem, Oregon, but moved to Seattle to attend the University of Washington Honors College. After graduating with distinction, Jason enrolled in the Seattle University School of Law, where he graduated second in his class, earned top honors in ten of his law school courses, received the Faculty Scholar Award at graduation, and was twice elected president of the student body.. Although Jason tries to make the world a better place through his legal practice, he also gives back to the community through different charitable organizations.  He has been a Board member of the Just Cauz Foundation since 2005, a non-profit that raises money for charities who focus on children, and he and his wife, Tamara, recently began volunteering with the Make-A-Wish Foundation.  In their remaining time, Jason and Tamara can be found camping in the summer and skiing in the winter.
Avvo Rating: Rated 4.9 out of 5

Jeffrey Downer

Firm: Lee Smart, P.S., Inc.
1800 One Convention Place , Seattle , Washington 98101
Practice Areas: Appellate , Civil , Class Actions, Corporate , Insurance , Personal Injury, Products Liability, Professional Malpractice, Real Estate , Lawsuits & Disputes, Lawsuits & Disputes, Lawsuits & Disputes, Lawsuits & Disputes
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Jeffery Jacobs

Firm: Jacobs Law Group
4554 Thackeray Pl NE , Seattle , Washington 98105
Practice Areas: Personal Injury
Jeff is a dedicated attorney committed to providing effective and compassionate counsel to injured persons in the greater Seattle area. He is an Eagle member of the Washington State Association for Justice and an active member of the Washington State legal community.
Avvo Rating: Rated 4.0 out of 5

Jay Krulewitch

Firm: Jay H. Krulewitch
2611 N.E. 113th Street, Suite 300 , Seattle , Washington 98125
Practice Areas: Animal Bites, Automobile Accidents, Civil , Civil Rights, Constitutional , Criminal Defense , Discrimination, Domestic Violence, Drug Crimes, Felonies, Parole and Probation, Personal Injury, Police Misconduct, Premises Liability, Slip and Fall, Wrongful Death, Personal Injury, Personal Injury, Personal Injury
Welcome to the Avvo Profile of Jay H. Krulewitch!   In essence, I am a trial lawyer.  My law practice is geared towards attending to the needs of everyday folk, people who may be accused of a crime and need an excellent criminal defense attorney, people who may have been injured by the negligence of individuals, cities, counties, corporations, or insurance companies, and who need a tremendous personal injury attorney, or people who have suffered  a constitutional wrong or violation at the hands of the police and need a great civil rights attorney. If you are looking for a legal champion to be your advocate, a small firm, yet a firm that is steeped in the knowledge of the law, battle-tested in court, experienced in the above areas, someone capable of being a zealous advocate for you on your particular matter, where your case will be given the utmost attention it deserves, then you have come to the right place. Just like the knights of old, I stand ready to battle on your behalf, to assist you on your matter, to bring to bear over 32 years of trial l experience in the trenches to your matter with care, compassion, professionalism, and diligence. We make no promises at my law firm other than we will give your matter our very best attention as we seek to obtain the very best result possible on your own particular matter.
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Jay Kinney

Firm: Kinney Law Group
810 Third Avenue, Suite 500 , Seattle , Washington 98104
Practice Areas: Workers Compensation, Personal Injury, Employment
Jay Kinney was born in Rochester New York in 1957. He obtained his B.A. from the University of Texas in 1980 and his J.D. from the University of Texas in 1983. He was admitted to the bar in the state of Washington in 1984. Jay is a member of the Washington State Bar Association, the American Association for Justice and the Washington State Association for Justice. Mr. Kinney’s practice emphasizes worker’s compensation, personal injury, construction site accidents and employment law.Jay is married with three children.. “I worked my way though college and law school as a carpenter, back when you could actually earn enough in the summer to pay for a year of college. I still use my tools on home and community projects. I know my way around a job site, and realize the physical demands of occupations such as construction, manufacturing, logging, fishing and processing, nursing and driving/delivery.”. Verdicts and Settlements:. In addition to the personal injury and disability cases noted on the right, Mr. Kinney has obtained over ten million dollars in Labor & Industries pension awards for totally disabled worker’s compensation clients. Representative cases include:. Areas of Practice:. Litigation Percentage:. 100% of Practice Devoted to Litigation. Bar Admissions:. Washington, 1984. Education:. The University of Texas School of Law, Austin, Texas, 1983, J.D.. University of Texas, Austin, 1980, B.A.. Professional Associations and Memberships:. Washington State Bar Association — Member. Washington State Association for Justice — Member. The American Association for Justice — M
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Jay Carlson

Firm: Carlson Legal
600 First Ave. , Seattle , Washington 98104
Practice Areas: Commercial Real Estate, Constitutional, Class Action, Appeals, Consumer Protection, Personal Injury, Commercial, Commercial, Commercial, Commercial
Avvo Rating: Rated 1.0 out of 5

Jason Simmons

Firm: Rossi Vucinovich PC
1000 Second Ave , Seattle , Washington 98104
Practice Areas: Personal Injury
Jason is a highly accomplished trial lawyer and a passionate advocate for his clients. He has dedicated his career to helping people harmed by others.. Before joining Rossi Vucinovich, Jason spent over 15 years as a Senior Prosecuting Attorney in King County where he was personally responsible for prosecuting many of King County’s highest-profile murder and sexual assault cases. As a member of the homicide unit, Jason earned a sterling reputation by successfully taking some of the most difficult cases and dangerous offenders to trial. Because of his extensive trial experience and knowledge, Jason has frequently been invited to train other attorneys.. Now at Rossi Vucinovich, Jason is dedicated to helping individuals and families who have suffered injury or death due to the actions of others. Jason approaches every case with a mix of compassion, expertise, and tenacity, all with a singular focus on the well-being of his clients. Jason takes great pride in helping individuals and families recover compensation for their injuries while holding the powerful accountable for their conduct.
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Jason Gillis

Firm: Seattle Truck Law, PLLC
222 Alaskan Way , Seattle , Washington 98104
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Employment
PLAINTIFF’S ATTORNEY. A dedicated and fierce advocate, Jason pursues justice for his clients despite opposition, obstruction or personal inconvenience, taking whatever lawful and ethical measures are required to vindicate his client's cause.  Jason began his career in corporate finance, including spending a decade at Warner Bros. Studios where he served as a director of finance.  Jason’s work in Hollywood left him yearning for a more meaningful career helping others, so he returned home to the Pacific Northwest and began working as a Plaintiff’s lawyer.. After attending Willamette University College of Law, Jason worked to help those injured by pharmaceutical companies.  He then expanded his practice to include employment law, where he served as a dedicated advocate for employees who were injured by large corporate employers. Fully understanding the sudden impact of the loss of income and livlihood on a family allowed Jason to use his empathy, along with tenacity, skill and perseverance, to diligently represent his clients, resulting in a proven record of success.. Jason found the answer in his quest to help others at Seattle Truck Law, where he passionately works to help indivdiuals who have suffered serious injuries through the negligence and recklessness of others.  As a former Plaintiff himself, Jason endured extended litigation against a powerful corporation. That experience informs Jason’s client relationships with an additional layer of empathy and connection, which enhances his understanding of the importance of timely communication in keeping the client informed and comfortable throughout the litigation process.
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Janelle Bailey

Firm: Washington Injury Law
3600 15th Avenue West , Seattle , Washington 98119
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Car Accident, Birth Injury, Wrongful Death
Founding member of Washington Injury Law and an experienced Seattle personal injury lawyer, Janelle Bailey has successfully handled hundreds of cases and has had years of experience perfecting her trial skills.. She is a current member of the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum and has been listed as a Top 40 under 40 Trial attorney by the National Trial Lawyers. With experience as an Assistant Prosecuting Attorney, Janelle has obtained 6 and 7 figure outcomes for her clients against some of the largest insurance companies, premises liability parties, and trucking companies in the nation.. As a personal injury attorney in Seattle, WA, Janelle specializes in a number of areas including car accidents, medical malpractice, burn injuries, wrongful death, dog bites and more.
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Jacob Downs

Firm: Corr Downs PLLC
100 W. Harrison St. N440 , Seattle , Washington 98119
Practice Areas: Civil , Corporate , Labor , Personal Injury, Products Liability, Transportation , Employment & Labor, Employment & Labor, Employment & Labor, Employment & Labor, Employment & Labor, Employment & Labor, Employment & Labor, Employment & Labor
Jake Downs is a founding member of Corr|Downs, rated in the Nation's Top One Percent by the National Association of Distinguished Counsel and named as a Super Lawyer by Super Lawyers® magazine. As a Tacoma native and long time Seattle resident with family on both sides of the mountains, Jake is committed to representing companies and individuals throughout Washington State. He is a recognized leader in his field with an expansive litigation and dispute resolution practice focusing on employment, personal injury, and business Issues. Several of his cases have garnered local and national news coverage. Jake has extensive experience before state and federal courts and private arbitration. He has obtained favorable jury verdicts for his clients in cases tried in federal and state courts involving fraud, breach of contract, and trade secrets including a $2.5 million verdict against Amazon. He has also prevailed in arbitrations involving discrimination, harassment and breach of fiduciary duty. In addition, Jake counsels and advises on policies and procedures related to equal employment opportunity, protection of confidential information, and noncompetition/nonsolicitation agreements. Jake successfully combines his trial counsel experience with his leadership skills as a Former Captain in the United States Army during which time he deployed to Iraq and Kosovo and was awarded the Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal, Army Commendation Medal, Ranger Tab and Combat Infantryman’s Badge.
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

James Whitehead

Firm: Law Office of James F. Whitehead PLLC
2211 Elliott Ave. , Seattle , Washington 98121
Practice Areas: Personal Injury
Jim Whitehead lectures and writes frequently on a variety of legal issues.  He was for many years a member of the faculty of the Port of Seattle’s annual international trade seminar and was a member of the organizing committee of the Pacific Northwest Admiralty Law Institute, which for many years sponsored seminars on issues of interest to the maritime industry.  He has spoken at seminars sponsored by that Institute, the University of Washington School of Law, The Continuing Legal Education Society of British Columbia, and various insurance industry groups.  He chaired the International Maritime Law Conference held in Seattle in June 1996.  He is also the Associate Editor for Seattle of American Maritime Cases, which has published court decisions of interest to the maritime bar for more than ninety years.  He has been active for many years in the Maritime Law Association of the United States (MLA), serving a three-year term on its Board of Directors starting in May 2000, and serving on multiple ad hoc committees by special appointment of its President.  He is a member of the National Advisory Board of the Maritime Arbitration Association of the United States, a national association created in 2007 to provide cost-effective arbitration and mediation services in the maritime industry by specially qualified, experienced maritime lawyers.  He is one of two Seattle attorneys initially approved as arbitrators/mediators by the association and has served as an arbitrator in several disputes subject to the association’s rules.  He is also a contract arbitrator for NOAA’s Crab Rationalization Program for the Bering Sea Aleutian Island crab fisheries.. He enjoys an AV rating (the highest rating obtainable for legal ability and ethical standards) from the Martindale-Hubbell law directory.  He also enjoys a “Superb” rating from the Avvo legal rating service and was honored as one of the ten best admiralty lawyers in Seattle in a 2008 ranking by CEO Magazine, and a top admiralty and maritime lawyer in 2010 in Seattle Met magazine.
Avvo Rating: Rated 4.4 out of 5

James Vucinovich

Firm: Rossi Vucinovich PC
1000 2nd Ave Ste 1780 , Seattle , Washington 98104
Practice Areas: Personal Injury
Get to know James K. Vucinovich (President and Managing Partner here at Rossi Vucinovich PC). Jim Vucinovich is President and Managing Partner of the Firm, and a nationally-recognized FELA attorney with over 20 years of committed representation of injured railroad workers and their families.
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

James Hailey

Firm: Schroeter Goldmark & Bender
401 Union Street , Seattle , Washington 98101
Practice Areas: Automobile Accidents, Class Actions, Construction Accidents, Products Liability, Toxic Substances, Personal Injury, Personal Injury, Personal Injury, Personal Injury
I have been a successful litigator for more than 30 years. During those years, I've handled hundreds of hearings, arbitrations, and trials. This has given me broad litigation experience covering product liability claims, toxic tort claims, serious motor vehicle accident claims, complex insurance claims, work-related injury claims, consumer class action claims, and serious premises injuries.I joined Schroeter Goldmark & Bender in 1977 because I believed it was the finest trial firm in the Northwest and one of the finest in the nation. I carry the highest rating for attorneys for both competence and ethics from the nationally respected Martindale-Hubble service (AV rating), which is accorded to only 5% of reviewed attorneys.. I prefer to limit the number of cases that I handle at any one time so that I can give personal attention to clients in what is often one of the most important events in their lives.
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

James Gooding

Firm: GLP Attorneys, P.S., Inc.
2601 Fourth Avenue , Seattle , Washington 98121
Practice Areas: Personal Injury
Jim learned the practice of personal injury law from his father in Kent, Washington, where together they represented clients from all walks of life. During those years Jim gained respect for the problems and issues his clients faced, and learned how to best counsel and represent them while achieving justice for their cause.. Jim’s practice eventually brought him to New York City, where he became trial counsel for various firms who sent their difficult cases to him when they knew the case was going to be tried to a jury. There, Jim successfully tried 75+ personal injury jury cases, bringing his clients millions of dollars and redemption from those who had injured them.. In 2007, Jim returned to the Pacific Northwest with his wife and three children and joined GLP Attorneys with the Seattle personal injury attorney team. Since 2010, Jim has been a partner with the firm.. Jim is currently an active member of the Washington State Association for Justice and the American Association for Justice. He is a member of Trial Lawyers Care (a group that contributed pro bono time to World Trade Center victims after September 11th), a member of the WSAJ Disaster Relief Program (a group that contributed pro bono time to victims of the E. Washington wildfires) and is a frequent Moot Court Judge. He was a member of the Ethics Committee of the NY County Lawyers Association until 2007, and has served on the Washington State Bar Association Court Rules Committee. Jim is one of only a handful of attorneys in the Northwest who is Board Certified as a Civil Trial Specialist by the National Board of Legal Specialty Certification, a distinction which requires verifiable trial results, and a review process including testimonials by Judges and attorneys who have opposed him at trial. He is also an Associate with the American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA). Jim was voted “Washington State Super Lawyer” from 2012 – 2021 and was named Top 100 “Washington State Super Lawyer” in 2018, 2021, and 2022. He has achieved “Top 100 Trial Lawyers” distinction from 2012 – 2022.. Jim takes a personal interest in every client he represents. For Jim, a case is not just a number or a name – it is an injury that could have happened to any one of us. As such, he is dedicated to ensuring that his clients are treated with the respect that each one individually deserves.
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

James Bingham

Firm: Krutch Lindell Bingham Jones, P.S.
3316 Fuhrman Ave. E , Seattle , Washington 98102
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Wrongful Death
Nate Bingham represents victims of aviation accidents, civil rights violations, and other catastrophic accidents. He has been involved in numerous high-profile trials, but takes pride in aggressively pursuing each and every one of his cases. Several of Nate’s cases have attracted considerable media attention and have been profiled by the Associated Press, The New York Times, The Washington Post, CNN, NBC, CBS, and dozens of other news outlets.. Nate has successfully litigated airplane and helicopter crash cases against airlines, government entities, product manufacturers, and aerospace companies both large and small. Due to his expertise, other plaintiffs’ attorneys frequently engage Nate as co-counsel, to help them navigate the complexities of aviation accident litigation in their own cases. Nate is also regularly invited to give presentations to other attorneys and students on legal issues relevant to aviation, such as international treaties related to commercial air travel, and the ever-changing case law on personal jurisdiction.. In his civil rights practice, Nate represents individuals in lawsuits against police, jails, prisons, and government contactors that violate the rights of individuals. Nate has experience as lead counsel representing the families of individuals who died as a result of police shootings, medical neglect by jail medical providers, and poor monitoring by corrections officers that led to in-custody suicides and fatal drug overdoses.. Prior to joining Krutch Lindell, Nate worked for a national insurance defense firm, where he defended personal injury lawsuits on behalf of insurers and corporations. This experience provided Nate with a unique understanding of the defense’s perspective that now helps him effectively litigate and negotiate cases on behalf of plaintiffs. Nate also worked as an Assistant City Prosecutor for the City of Seattle, which gives him an insider’s perspective of law enforcement and the criminal justice system.. Nate is licensed to practice law in Washington state and Alaska, but regularly litigates cases in other states and Canadian provinces on a pro hac vice basis.. Nate is a past chair of the King County Bar Association’s Aviation Law Section, a member of AAJ’s Aviation Law Section, and an EAGLE member of the Washington State Association for Justice.. Highly regarded by clients and peers alike, Nate has been selected to the Washington Super Lawyers “Rising Stars” list for 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, and 2024, an honor limited to just 2.5 percent of the lawyers in the state.. Nate graduated in 2013 from the University of Washington School of Law, where he was selected to The Order of the Barristers, a national honor society recognizing outstanding oral and written advocacy.. Before attending law school, Nate earned his B.A. in anthropology from Bowdoin College in Brunswick, Maine. At Bowdoin, Nate played football and was a co-captain of the track and field team, receiving both all-conference academic honors and all-New England athletic honors.
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

James Banks

Firm: Washington Auto Law
92 Lenora St. , Seattle , Washington 98121
Practice Areas: Personal Injury
Born and raised in the Northwest of Washington State, James always had a passion for helping others and fighting for justice. However, it wasn’t until a life-altering event occurred that James found his true calling.. As a teenager, James was involved in a severe car accident that left him with physical and emotional scars. Despite the overwhelming challenges he faced, James was determined to not let the accident define his life. Instead, he channeled his energy into finding ways to help others in similar situations.. After completing his education and gaining valuable life experience, James decided to become a personal injury lawyer and specialize in helping people hurt in auto accidents. He understood all too well the struggles and hardships that come with being involved in an accident, and he was determined to use his knowledge and experience to make a positive impact on the lives of others.. James is now a successful personal injury lawyer, known for his compassion, tenacity, and unwavering commitment to justice. He works tirelessly to help accident victims navigate the complex legal system and obtain the compensation they deserve. His clients know that they can count on James to be their strongest advocate, fighting for their rights every step of the way.. James’s personal experience has given him a unique perspective and empathy for his clients, making him an exceptional personal injury lawyer. He is proof that even the toughest of circumstances can be overcome and turned into a positive force for good.
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Jamal Amirzade

Firm: The Advocates Injury Attorneys
2125 Western Ave #500 , Seattle , Washington 98121
Practice Areas: Personal Injury
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Jacob Gent

Firm: Davis Law Group, PS
2101 4th Avenue, Ste. 1030 , Seattle , Washington 98121
Practice Areas: Personal Injury
Mr. Gent has over 27 years’ experience handling claims in the property/casualty and health insurance arenas. He earned his Juris Doctorate from Widener University School of Law in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania in August 2009, completing a four-year part-time program in just three years while also working remotely as a Case Manager for a Seattle-based personal injury firm.. Mr. Gent is licensed to practice law in federal court and all jurisdictions in the state of Washington. He is a participating member of the American Association of Justice, Washington State Bar Association, Washington State Association for Justice (Eagle status), both King and Snohomish County Bar Associations, and the Brain Injury Association of Washington.. Previously, Mr. Gent was a partner at Adler Giersch, PS, for 10 years where he led the firm’s Everett office representing individuals throughout Washington State, including King, Snohomish, Skagit, Island, Whatcom, and Kitsap counties. He has written numerous articles on insurance and injury-related issues and has lectured on similar subjects to both healthcare providers and fellow attorneys. Mr. Gent has received a Martindale-Hubbell® Peer Review Rating™ of AV Preeminent®, the highest level of professional excellence; and the “Client Choice” award on .. Prior to joining Adler Giersch as a Case Manager in 2002, Mr. Gent was a senior negotiator and Litigation Specialist for Farmers Insurance Company. As a claims adjuster, he investigated, evaluated, and resolved first- and third-party injury claims and coverage disputes under personal and commercial auto and general liability policies. Mr. Gent completed the Farmers Insurance Claims Management Training (CMT) Program, served as a backup Claims Supervisor, and was certified as a Liability Claims Specialist by the Insurance Institute of America. Mr. Gent also has experience handling medical, dental, vision and disability claims for Teamster unions.. During law school Mr. Gent was a member of the Trial Advocacy Honor Society and participated in mock trials and trial skills workshops. In 2007, he studied international law and constitutional law at the University of Technology in Sydney, Australia, through the Widener Law School exchange program. During his final year, Mr. Gent worked in the Widener University Civil Law Clinic, providing free legal services to indigent, elderly, and disabled individuals on a wide variety of matters.. Born and raised in central Illinois, Mr. Gent moved to Seattle in 1994 after receiving a Bachelor of Arts (Theatre-Directing and Production) from Eastern Illinois University. He worked for over a decade as a director, actor, and stage manager throughout the Puget Sound region. Mr. Gent is excited to infuse his practicality, creative energy, and communication skills to his law practice on behalf of his clients both in and outside of the courtroom.
Avvo Rating: Rated 4.9 out of 5

Jeffrey Sayre

Firm: Sayre Law Offices
1417 31st Avenue South , Seattle , Washington 98144
Practice Areas: Real Estate, Litigation, Commercial Real Estate, Business, Personal Injury
I've been practicing law in the greater Seattle area for over 25 years, assisting businesses and individuals alike with their legal needs. My practice covers all aspects of complex civil litigation, and I have especially enjoyed working on matters involving commercial and residential real estate. This aspect of my practice includes the acquisition and leasing of real property; partnership and entity disputes among co-owners; boundary and development disputes among adjacent landowners; creation and litigation of easements and covenants; landlord/tenant issues; and workouts on problem properties. Clients include individuals and families, many of the malls and property management companies in the Puget Sound region, and several national REITS and institutional owners of industrial property in the SODO, Eastside, and Tukwila neighborhoods, as well as King, Pierce and Kitsap counties.

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