Top Wrongful Death Lawyers in seattle | 52 available

52 Wrongful Death lawyers are available in seattle, Washington, including Ian Stephen Birk, Isaac Ruiz, James Bingham, and James Buckley. These lawyers are rated between 4.4/5 to 4.8/5 and 58% provide free consultation.

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Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Richard Davies

Firm: Kraft Davies, PLLC
1001 Fourth Avenue, Suite 4131 , Seattle , Washington 98154
Practice Areas: Wrongful Death
Richard J. Davies is a founding member of the Seattle law firm of Kraft Davies, PLLC. Practicing in federal and state courts since 1995, Rick has assisted his clients and their families in collecting millions of dollars in settlements and verdicts in complex personal injury cases in order to help them begin putting their lives back together after devastating injuries. His work has allowed injured persons the ability to transition into new careers after career-ending injuries, provided dignity after a loss, and allowed them to provide for their families when they cannot work due to the negligence of another. He has a track record for winning difficult personal injury cases against the denials of large corporations, fishing companies, insurance companies, and government agencies. Rick has been honored multiple times by Washington Law & Politics magazine as a "Super Lawyer" in the Washington legal community.. Rick limits his practice to serious personal injury and wrongful death claims for seamen, fishermen, tug boat workers, ferry workers, cruise ship passengers, maritime workers, construction workers, iron workers, victims of defective products, automobile and trucking collision victims, persons injured by the negligence of store employees, and victims of crimes.
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“my husband's injury/claim behind us and move forward with life. We really appreciate Rick's hard wor”
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Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Kari Lester

Firm: Ogden Murphy Wallace, PLLC
901 5th Ave Ste 3500 , Seattle , Washington 98164
Practice Areas: Automobile Accidents, Civil , Wrongful Death, Personal Injury, Personal Injury, Personal Injury, Personal Injury
I have been litigating cases for approximately 16 years.  My practice emphasizes litigation including personal injury, wrongful death, as well as insurance litigation and appellate work.   I have extensive experience in all aspects of litigation including discovery, motions, mediations, arbitrations, and trials, and I have handled hundreds of litigation matters.  On numerous occasions, I have secured results in excess of one million dollars for my clients.  I have also briefed and argued a number of cases before the Washington State appellate courts and have appeared as a guest speaker on trial and insurance topics.
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“responds to emails quickly and if she is unable to answer your questions in a timely manner she will”
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“I have known Kari for many years, starting first through seeing her in various Courts around the metropolitan area while becoming friends. We would discuss various Courts and it be…”
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Michael Jacobs

Firm: Jacobs Law Group
4554 Thackeray Pl NE , Seattle , Washington 98105
Practice Areas: Animal Bites, Asbestos , Drugs & Medical Devices, Insurance , Medical Malpractice, Motor Vehicle Accidents, Motor Vehicle Defects, Products Liability, Professional Malpractice, Wrongful Death, Personal Injury, Personal Injury, Personal Injury, Personal Injury
Mike is an accomplished attorney who has dedicated his legal career to representing 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.
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“I had medical included in my coverage. Turned out after my accident it really was not much due to t”
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“I've had the pleasure of working for my father, Michael L. Jacobs, for the past three years. He has achieved great outcomes in countless cases for his clients and is a very well-re…”
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“Everyone I encountered at this firm was outstanding. At every step of the way they were communicative, empathetic, professional and best of all effective. They keep you "in the loo…”
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Avvo Rating: Rated 4.8 out of 5

Matthew Menzer

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.
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“I worked with Matt Menzer on my medical malpractice case. Matt demonstrated a deep level of expertis”
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“Matt works tirelessly on behalf of his clients. He is experienced, compassionate, and professional when it comes to representing his clients. I endorse this lawyer.”
Avvo Rating: Rated 3.0 out of 5

Marissa Olsson

Firm: Kraft Davies PLLC
600 University Street, Suite 1904 , Seattle , Washington 98101
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Maritime, Car Accident, Wrongful Death
I practice exclusively personal injury, representing individuals who have been harmed due to someone else’s negligence. My practice focuses primarily on maritime injury claims, catastrophic injury claims, motor vehicle accident injuries, premises liability, and wrongful death. I regularly practice in both state and federal courts in Washington.
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“st never had a lawyer. She was extremely patient with me. I was in an especially angry phase of ever”
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“Marissa shows tremendous commitment and dedication to her clients. Her knowledge of personal injury and maritime law is excellent and her results speak for themselves. I highly end…”
Avvo Rating: Rated 4.3 out of 5

Maria Diamond

Firm: Diamond Massong, PLLC
1215 Fourth Ave. , Seattle , Washington 98161
Practice Areas: Admiralty & Maritime, Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury, Wrongful Death, Personal Injury, Personal Injury, Personal Injury
"Maria Diamond is tough and confident, but also kind and compassionate.  We were bowled over by her expertise.  She was able to wrap up our auto accident case quickly and successfully.  Her grasp of our case put us at ease, and there were no surprises during the settlement.  We can't recommend Maria highly enough.". ~ Glenn and Becky D. Seattle, WA. “I was referred to Maria Diamond by other attorneys. Whenever I needed to discuss something important with her, she went out of her way to meet with me although I lived a long distance from her office. She was very kind, thorough, ethical, and approachable. She was compassionate about allowing me to verbalize about having a healthy disk in my neck mistakenly removed during surgery. I trusted Maria when I needed to trust someone. She fought hard for me, and I highly recommend her.” ~ Patti T. Elma, WA
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“I hired Maria Diamond to handle an auto accident case and a medical mal-practice case. She promised to be in our corner and guide us through the diffi...JosephLeft us with a detail…”
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“Maria is a highly skilled, accomplished and compassionate attorney for injured people. She has devoted her career to advance civil justice, volunteering extraordinary time and tale…”
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Lincoln Sieler

Firm: Friedman | Rubin
51University Street , Seattle , Washington 98101
Practice Areas: Insurance, Wrongful Death
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“got results for my insurance claim. I highly recommend him and his firm, Friedman Rubin. They have a”
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“It is a privilege to endorse Lincoln. I've known Lincoln for many years and he is the first person I turn to when I have a complicated legal issue to work through. In almost every …”
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Kathleen Garvin

315 5th Ave S Ste 1000 , Seattle , Washington 98104
Practice Areas: Car Accident, Nursing Home Abuse, Brain Injury, Defective Products, Wrongful Death, Personal Injury, Medical Malpractice, Birth Injury, Slip and Fall, Car Accidents, Car Accidents, Car Accidents, Car Accidents
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“Not only is Katy a very ethical, professional and intelligent attorney, she is very caring and respo”
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“I endorse this lawyer. Katie Garvin and I worked together on numerous complex litigation matters. I have seen Katie in action in court many times and observed that she is an extrem…”
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Joseph Corr

Firm: Corr|Downs PLLC
100 W. Harrison St. , Seattle , Washington 98119
Practice Areas: Civil , Wrongful Death, Wrongful Death, Wrongful Death, Wrongful Death
Joe Corr is an experienced trial attorney who concentrates his practice of law in the areas of catastrophic personal injury, wrongful death, medical malpractice, product defect litigation, premises liability, and nursing home neglect and abuse.. As a husband, father of two children, and longtime Seattle resident, Joe is passionate about helping people in his community who have been injured by the wrongdoing of others. Joe understands that his job is to help people who are in need, and he is committed to fighting for his clients to obtain the best possible outcome in every case – large or small. Joe takes the time necessary to understand each of his clients’ needs and to develop a case-specific strategy for getting his clients the most compensation possible. Over his distinguished legal career, Joe has successfully obtained millions of dollars in settlements and judgments on behalf of individuals and families.. Most importantly, Joe knows what it takes to win. He has the reputation of being a bulldog in the courtroom on behalf of his clients. Joe’s success in the courtroom has provided significant leverage at the negotiating table, where his adversaries know he will not hesitate to take a case to trial if necessary to obtain the result that his client deserves. In recognition of his outstanding legal work and advocacy on behalf of his clients, Joe has repeatedly been named as a ”Rising Star” and "Super Lawyer" by Super Lawyers magazine. This prestigious distinction is provided to only the top 5% of attorneys in Washington State.. Joe began his legal career as an associate at Williams Kastner, where he specialized in toxic tort and catastrophic personal injury and wrongful death litigation. He then became an associate and a partner at Lane Powell, where he successfully handled a variety of complex litigation matters for national and international companies. After working at some of the largest law firms in Washington State, Joe co-founded Corr/Downs in 2005 with the goal of helping individuals and families navigate the litigation process every step of the way.Joe received his B.A. from the University of Minnesota in 2001. While in college, Joe was a proud member of the Golden Gopher Division I Track & Field and Cross Country teams. He was captain of the Cross Country team and an Academic All-American in 2000. Joe received his J.D. from Seattle University School of Law, where he graduated cum laude in 2005.. Joe grew up in Sammamish, Washington and attended Eastlake High School. He is an avid Seattle sports fan. He is also an active participant in community outreach and engagement, having coached a number of youth sports teams in both the YMCA and CYO leagues. When he is not spending time with his wife and two children exploring the wonderful West Seattle neighborhood, Joe enjoys playing golf with friends and sampling one of the many fabulous Seattle restaurants.
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“Joe is a reliable, creative, problem-solver. I strongly recommend him to anyone looking for a great”
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“Joe is an exceptional attorney. He is a reliable, creative, problem-solver. I strongly recommend him.”
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

John Webber

Firm: GLP Attorneys, P.S., Inc.
2601 Fourth Avenue , Seattle , Washington 98121
Practice Areas: Motor Vehicle Accidents, Premises Liability, Wrongful Death, Car Accidents, Car Accidents, Car Accidents
John D. Webber is the Managing Shareholder for GLP Attorneys based in the firm’s Seattle office. John began his practice of personal injury law in Albuquerque, New Mexico in 1995. In 2000, he moved to Seattle, and joined the personal injury attorney Seattle team at GLP Attorneys. John is an Eagle member of the Washington State Association for Justice (WSAJ), and has served the organization in various leadership roles, including as 2023 Second Vice President Legislative Affairs and Member of the Board of Governors, 2020-2022 Vice President Public Affairs, 2019-2020 Board of Governors At-Large member, and as the 2018 Co-Chair for the WSAJ Annual Convention. He earned the honor of being named a 2015-2022 SuperLawyer, and a 2007-2008 Washington Rising Star. He has earned a 10.0 rating on . He is an active member of the American Association for Justice.. John focuses his law practice on significant personal injury cases from truck or car collisions, wrongful death, pedestrian accidents, bicycle accidents, construction accidents, logging accidents, traumatic brain injuries and premise liability cases. John is a frequent speaker to the healthcare community in Western Washington regarding personal injury law in Washington State. He leads GLP Attorneys Diversity Committee, and chairs the firm’s Human Resources/Operations Committee, Finance Committee, and Marketing and Business Development Committees.. John’s passion lies in helping others overcome hardships and his service is devoted to improving access to justice and the protection of the laws for our diverse communities in the Pacific Northwest.
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“John Webber guided me through my case with compassion and just the right amount of detail. He fought”
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“I spent a summer working for John while I was in law school. It was easy to see that John was a skilled attorney. But what struck me was how calm and poised John stayed, even when …”
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.
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“Jay is an outstanding attorney, and his encyclopedic knowledge of the law makes him a resource for the legal community!”
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“Was a tremendous help. Went above and beyond. His guidance, time and knowledge were a great value”
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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.
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“I had a business matter I needed help with. Janelle was prompt, professional, but also very caring.”
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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.
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“I strongly endorse Nate Bingham and would recommend his services especially in the practice areas of aviation disasters and catastrophic injury. I met Nate in 2020 and am lucky to …”

Isaac Ruiz

Firm: Keller Rohrback L.L.P.
1201 Third Avenue , Seattle , Washington 98101
Practice Areas: Insurance Bad Faith & Policyholder Rights, Medical Malpractice Litigation, Personal Injury, Wrongful Death, Securities & Catastrophic Property Loss

Kathryn M. Knudsen

Firm: Keller Rohrback L.L.P.
1201 Third Avenue , Seattle , Washington 98101
Practice Areas: Insurance Bad Faith & Policyholder Rights, Personal Injury Litigation, Personal Injury, Wrongful Death, Securities & Catastrophic Property Loss
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

M. Scott Ericson

Firm: M. Scott Ericson, P.S.
Southcenter Plaza , Seattle , Washington 98168
Practice Areas: Automobile Accidents,Personal Injury,Wrongful Death
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“Mr. Ericson provides a free initial consultation. He is very knowledgeable and provides an honest assessment of your case even before you agree to hav...”
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Avvo Rating: Rated 3.3 out of 5

James E Sedney

Firm: Law Office of James Sedney
4616 25th Ave NE Pmb 761 , Seattle , Washington 98105
Practice Areas: Appellate , Automobile Accidents, Criminal Defense , Drug Crimes, DUI/DWI, Felonies, Occupational Safety & Health, Personal Injury, Sexual Abuse, Workers Compensation, Wrongful Death, Criminal Defense, Criminal Defense, Criminal Defense, Criminal Defense
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Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

James Buckley

Firm: Buckley and Associates, PS, Inc.
South Lane Street , Seattle , Washington 98104
Practice Areas: Personal Injury,Wrongful Death
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“Buckley & Associates has always been there for me when I needed help. Thanks to their efforts, the insurance company finally settled and I was able to...MyungI can't thank Christin…”
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Avvo Rating: Rated 3.9 out of 5

Richard Bergh

Firm: Law Office of Andrew Bergh, P.S.
705 2nd Ave Ste 1200 , Seattle , Washington 98104
Practice Areas: Automobile Accidents, Construction Accidents, Head and Spinal Injuries, Insurance , Medical Malpractice, Nursing Home Negligence, Personal Injury, Premises Liability, Products Liability, Slip and Fall, Trucking Accidents, Wrongful Death, Personal Injury, Personal Injury, Personal Injury
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“What impresses me most about Andy Bergh is his work ethic and dedication to his clients' best interests. Andy is one of the finest lawyers I know, and he is a terrific person. I wo…”

Ian Stephen Birk

Firm: Keller Rohrback L.L.P.
1201 Third Avenue , Seattle , Washington 98101
Practice Areas: Appeals, Class Action & Consumer Litigation, Employment Litigation, ERISA, Insurance Bad Faith & Policyholder Rights, Insurance Litigation, Medical Malpractice Litigation, Personal Injury Litigation, Personal Injury, Wrongful Death, Securities & Catastrophic Property Loss

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