Kittitas Lawyers

Robert Teel received a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and a Bachelor of Arts in International Relations from the University of Southern California in 1981, with a minor emphasis in civil engineering and architecture. He received his Juris Doctor and Masters in Business Administration from the University of Kansas in 1986 with an emphasis in finance. While attending the Kansas University Schools of Law and Business (1982-1986) he was a floor trader for his own account at the Kansas City Board of Trade. Robert was admitted to the California and Kansas Bars in 1987 and the Washington State...

Seattle attorney Chris Davis has spent the last 20+ years “leveling the playing field” between accident victims and insurance companies. He is passionately devoted to advancing and perfecting trial techniques and communication strategies on behalf of injured victims and their families. Mr. Davis has won numerous and notable jury verdicts against individuals insured by big insurance companies such as Allstate, Farmers, Encompass, Geico, State Farm and Mutual of Enumclaw. He is recognized by his peers, and various professional organizations and legal publications as being a very creative and accomplished lawyer in the field of personal injury law.

Mr. Kenney has over twenty six years helping families, individuals & business owners with estate planning, asset protection, wealth preservation, business planning & real estate transactions. Mr. Kenney has created thousands of estate & asset protection planning documents, which include wills, powers of attorney, health care powers of attorney, living wills, other advance medical directives, revocable living trusts, dynasty trusts, safe harbor trusts, irrevocable trusts, gifting trusts, educational trusts, retirement plan trusts, IRA trusts, charitable trusts, charitable lead trusts, charitable remainder trusts, private foundations, 501c3 charities, qualified personal residence trusts, grantor retained annuity trusts, family limited partnerships, (FLP) domestic asset protection...

Timothy W. Emery is a founding member of Emery | Reddy. Tim is dedicated to protecting Washington workers and consumers by suing serial violators of their civil rights. Tim and his team practice on the cutting edge of Employment Law, blending decades of trial work with a particular expertise in workers’ rights advocacy. After nearly a decade serving as General Counsel to large corporations, Tim focuses 100% of his practice on complex class action litigation.

I seek to provide cost-effective and value-adding legal, government relations, and legislative advocacy services to businesses of/from all sizes and industries. Diverse and extensive areas of experience and interest that include administrative law and appeals, business law, consumer protection, higher and K-12 education policy, election law, employment law, legislation and public policy, litigation, local government and municipal law, real property law, tax law, trademark law, tribal law, and shipping and transportation law. My experience with state and local government entities includes various cities and counties as well as the Washington State Department(s) of Ecology, Employment Security (“ESD”), Financial Institutions, Human Rights...

Lana Elliott recognizes on a personal level the steps, challenges, rewards and frequent obstacles found in the post-9/11 immigration process. With her law degrees, and being an immigrant herself, Lana has become well educated in American Immigration Law. Recognizing her unique insight into an often complex legal immigration process, Lana has devoted her law career specifically to Immigration Law. Lana practices family, asylum, and other areas of Immigration Law. She helps her clients to obtain immigrant and non-immigrant visas, green cards and citizenship. In addition to the main Spokane Valley law office in February of 2018 Elliott Law Group has opened...

Attorney Mark D. Nusz works hard to resolve your toughest problems - the ones that keep you awake at night. He strives to set the foundation for clients to prepare for a secure and successful future while clearing away the problems from the past. Whether it is reduction of debt, major tax issues with the IRS , or structuring an effective estate plan, he will sit down with you one-on-one and help you figure a way to achieve an excellent outcome.

A graduate of the University of Washington's Tax Law LL.M program, Mr. Nusz has extensively studied...

Kent is a self-proclaimed rural boy at heart. He was born in Wichita, Kansas and lived in Kansas City, Missouri. It was in the Midwest where Kent learned the value of hard work. There are no bad days; only character-building days. Kent landed in Vancouver, Washington for school and proceeded to graduate from Washington State University in 2005, with a degree in Psychology. Kent decided to attend law school to learn the law and further develop his advocacy skills. In 2008, Doll graduated with a Juris Doctor degree sixth in his class from Gonzaga University Law School. While attending law school, Kent...

The law office of Robert C. Hahn, III, P.S. is one of the top law firms in the Spokane area. We genuinely care about our clients and are willing to go the extra mile. Because of this outstanding service, Robert has been recognized as one of Spokane’s Top Lawyers from 2011-2020 by Spokane-Coeur d’Alene Living Magazine. We are a full-service law firm that provides a range of quality legal services with a particular emphasis in bankruptcy and personal injury. Robert is a highly rated and skilled attorney with over 23 years of experience filing chapter 7 bankruptcy and chapter...

Over the past four decades, Michael John Tario has become one of the most highly respected and experienced practicing personal injury attorneys in Washington State. He opened his Bellingham practice in 1979, followed by his Mount Vernon office in 1988, and has earned the respect of his peers and the gratitude of the clients he has helped as shown by his many awards, reviews, and high ratings. Mr. Tario practices plaintiff personal injury law with a passion for negotiating the maximum possible settlement for his injured clients. During his career, Mr. Tario has successfully represented over 6,000 clients and recovered...

I grew up on a produce farm in Washington where I learned the value of hard work, developed grit, and perseverance. After raising two children, owning a retail business, and working as a paralegal for many years, I received my B.A. in Criminal Justice at Chapman University. I then attended Seattle University School of Law where I participated in and won alternative dispute resolution competitions, and held the position of Vice President of In-house Competitions on the Alternative Dispute Resolution Board. During law school I attended an international family law class in Spain, and successfully clerked with the...

I primarily practice bankruptcy and real estate law and have represented both debtors and creditors over the last 14 years. My practice includes helping both individuals and small businesses restructure and reorganize or wipe out their debts. I am admitted to practice in Washington, Ohio, and the Northern and Southern Districts of Indiana.

As the founder of Stelmakh & Associates, Katsiaryna Stelmakh has earned a strong reputation as an immigration attorney. She has successfully represented companies and individuals in business and family immigration matters as well as deportation defence. She also advises employers on I-9 compliance and employee international relocation. Prior to founding Stelmakh Associates, Ms. Stelmakh managed business immigration practice of an international law firm with offices in Philadelphia, Moscow, Russia, and Kiev, Ukraine. While with the firm, she counseled one of the world's largest ferro-alloy and steel manufacturers on all international business personnel relocation matters and travel concerns. ...

Jordan Couch is a dedicated advocate for those in need. His commitment to helping people both in and out of the courtroom is what brought him to Palace Law.

Jordan grew up in the prairie land of eastern Montana. After high school he moved to Maryland where he obtained his bachelor’s degree in Liberal Arts from St. John’s College. From there he travelled to Indiana and graduated from Indiana University’s Maurer School of Law where he was awarded membership in the Order of Barristers. While in law school Jordan worked for NASA and clerked for judges in the Maryland Court of...

Richard J. Symmes, Esq. is a Seattle native and the managing attorney at Symmes Law Group, PLLC. Mr. Symmes currently focuses his practice on bankruptcy, foreclosure defense, debt settlement and real estate matters. Mr. Symmes is an experienced bankruptcy advocate, having filed and prepared over one thousand bankruptcy petitions which resulted in bankruptcy discharges for his clients, negotiated millions of dollars in debt settlement savings for his clients and has also advocates on behalf of his clients in various real estate purchase and sale matters. Having obtained a managing real estate brokers license, Mr. Symmes can act as your...

Washington native and USN veteran William “Bill” Robison concentrates his law practice on litigation with an emphasis on consumer and insurance law, including personal injury, wrongful death, motorcycle collisions, trucking accidents, products liability, construction, real estate cases, and workplace injuries. Bill Robison tries cases with the goal of obtaining justice for every client. Bill Robison has obtained settlements, arbitration awards, and trial verdicts in excess of one million dollars on behalf of clients. Mr. Robison is a contributing author of the “Automobile Litigation Deskbook,” published by the Washington State Trial Lawyers Association (WSTLA), and has made numerous presentations to...

The law firm of Trunkenbolz | Rohr PLLC was founded in 1984 by attorney Jerry L. Trunkenbolz, who focused on real estate issues in Washington and Idaho. Mr. Trunkenbolz retired in 2003. Today the firm is headed by attorney Pamela H. Rohr, who joined the firm in 1990. Ms. Rohr's practice areas include Probate, Estate Planning and Real Property.

Bob is an extremely skilled and dedicated attorney who focuses on defense of serious criminal charges in State and Federal Courts.

Emily C. Beschen is an Attorney at Beschen Law PLLC. Emily is a graduate of Lewis & Clark Law School and Western Washington University. During law school she focused her studies on criminal and privacy law. While there, Emily worked as a research assistant, assisting a local civil rights attorney with lawsuits involving law enforcement. She also served as an associate editor of the nation's oldest law review dedicated solely to animal law issues. Emily excelled at trial preparation, motion drafting, and research of complex legal issues. Her current practice focuses primarily on criminal defense. She handles both...

CAREER: Before becoming an attorney, Emily worked in a church nursery; at Taco Bell (for just one day, ask her about it sometime); as a library paraprofessional at the Bellingham and Fairhaven Public Libraries; and as an office administrator. In 2007, Emily joined the law firm of Britain, Gallery & Vis in Bellingham as a paralegal. Over seven years BGV, Emily not only learned everything she knows about estate planning, probate, business and bankruptcy law but also completed the Washington State Law Clerk Program and passed the Bar Exam to become an attorney. Emily launched Limitless Law PLLC in 2014. EDUCATION:...

As a founder and principle of the Schwarz~Garrison Law Firm I am committed to providing the highest quality representation to our clients. We listen to our clients and we pursue their goals tenaciously. Recent Verdicts: State v. Gipson: Assault Charge: Not Guilty, Self Defense: $256,000 in fees and costs reimbursed to client by the court following verdict. Dunakin v. Ronngren: Dog Bite: $229,015.73 jury verdict for plaintiff. Rollins and Hendershot v. King County Metro: Assault on Metro Bus: $250,000 Jury Verdict for plaintiffs, On appeal, plaintiffs were able...

Kapri Law was created because everyone deserves affordable legal advice when they need it most. We know that facing the legal system alone can be an overwhelming process for someone going through a difficult time. At Kapri Law, we work with each client to find the strategies that work for them. That's why we have been voted one of the best law firms in the State of Washington both locally and nationally. Our firm consistently has the best client reviews and best rates in town. We offer every client a free one-hour...

I represent individuals and small business owners in Oregon and SW Washington. I specialize in complex and business related dissolution actions. My cases are typically in Washington, Multnomah or Clackamas Counties in Oregon and Clark, Cowlitz or Skamania Counties in Washington. I also handle cases other counties throughout Oregon and Washington, including Clatsop County, Lane County, Linn County, Marion County, Columbia County, and Grant County. Each county has different local rules that apply to family law cases. I am committed to making sure that I keep up to date on changes to rules of practice for each county I...

Lara is an experienced medical malpractice and personal injury attorney who has dedicated her life to helping injured people. Lara earned her Bachelor of Arts from Western Washington University in 2002, where she was a member of the WWU Policy Debate Team and interned for the Whatcom County Public Defender. She went on to attend Gonzaga University School of Law in Spokane, Washington and earned her Juris Doctor in 2009. During law school, she earned the highest grade in Appellate Writing, interned for the Spokane County Prosecutor, and represented indigent clients in various matters as a Rule 9 Intern for...

Steven J. Peiffle is a seasoned lawyer with over 40 years of experience. His primary practice areas are municipal law, estate planning and probate, business and corporate law, and real estate law. Steve has been named a "Super Lawyer" by Washington Law & Politics magazine and has also received the AV* Preeminent Peer Review rating by Martindale-Hubbell. He is a former president of the Snohomish County Bar Association and has been involved in numerous community organizations in Arlington and Snohomish County.

We help families and business owners plan for now and the future. This is done through estate planning and business planning. Our process is to educate clients about opportunities - and problems - they or their family may encounter down the road. Next, we help them identify their priorities and goals, and then develop a plan to accomplish those goals. This sometimes involves using advanced legal structures and techniques, but we keep the explanations straight forward and understandable. After all, a great plan isn’t that great if you don’t understand it. Quality planning that you understand is...

I've practiced exclusively in the field of personal injury law since coming off of active duty with the US Navy in 2005. I have successfully represented injured individuals and represented insurance companies. Now I represent only people who have been injured through the fault of another. I enjoy the practice of law and commit myself to my clients irrespective of which side of a case they happen to be on. It is important to me that my clients are as fully informed as they want to be about the legal aspects of their cases and that we...

Marie Casciari is a shareholder at DeBofsky Law and leads the Seattle office. She is Co-Chair of the American Bar Association’s Labor & Employment Law Section, Employee Benefits Committee. She practices exclusively in the areas of employee benefits, ERISA, mental health parity (MHPAEA), and other insurance benefits litigation. Areas of Practice: ERISA/Employee Benefits Litigation MHPAEA/Mental Health Parity Litigation Insurance Litigation

Mark works as a separation and divorce mediator to help his clients reach solid agreements by working together. He helps his clients create reality-based agreements that are consistent with their needs, values, and goals, without engaging in the dynamics of the adversarial court system. Mark is particularly experienced and skilled in cases involving businesses and complex property issues, including professional practices, and complex parenting (custody/visitation) matters. He is also certified as a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst(R).

Arlo advises clients on business matters related to China, Latin America, and Web3. He spent nearly two decades in China, leading compliance and development initiatives for multinational companies across Asia, Europe, and the Americas, before practicing law in Colombia. During his time in China, Arlo collaborated extensively with corporations, international nonprofits, and educational institutions. Fluent in Mandarin, English, and Spanish, he is a skilled negotiator, even in environments that strongly favor local players. With deep expertise in Chinese law and culture, he excels at bridging communication gaps between foreign and Chinese businesses, ensuring clarity and effectiveness in their interactions.

Prior to establishing Alloy Patent Law in 2015, Walker spent a decade designing and building aerospace assembly automation. His hands-on experience as an engineer allows him to work with and help inventors of all backgrounds, including those with little-to-no design experience, as well as those with highly technical designs and products.

Born in Tacoma, Nick is a life-long Washingtonian.

He knows first-hand how difficult it can be to make ends meet; he weathered the Great Recession with his family, and grew up in a middle-class neighborhood in Spokane where everyone took care of each other.

For that reason, Nick has always gravitated toward helping others. After paying his way through college at the University of Washington by working 30 hours a week as a telemarketer, he attended Harvard Law School where he focused on all things having to do with money and families.

After graduating from Harvard Law School, Nick was fortunate enough...

I provide hands-on, strategic, no-nonsense legal representation for individuals and businesses in employment disputes. Whether you're an employee with a concern over illegal employment practices such as discrimination, retaliation, sexual harassment, wrongful termination, unpaid wages or other violations of wage and hour law; or a business who has been accused of violating employment laws, I can help. I offer understanding, skill and the power of the law so that justice can be achieved.

William S. McGonagle is a top-rated attorney who practices law in Bainbridge Island, Washington. Attorney McGonagle focuses on Personal Injury, Plaintiff issues. Additionally, he also helps clients with legal issues in the areas of Personal Injury - Medical Malpractice, Plaintiff; Personal Injury - Products: Plaintiff.