Akane R. Suzuki

Denver has a unique practice that spans multiple disciplines, including environmental, real estate, business, litigation, trusts and estates, and taxation. In his environmental and real estate practice, Denver advises clients regarding regulatory compliance and cost recovery actions under the Washington Model Toxics Control Act (MTCA), assists clients in complex multi-party sites involving cleanup actions arising under state law and the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and ...

Chad has extensive experience handling complex commercial disputes, and advises on environmental matters both foreign and domestic. Chad has tried cases in state and federal courts, and before international tribunals. He joined Summit Law Group from Kirkland & Ellis LLP in Chicago.

Nathan Julius is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Family Law. Nathan practices law in Seattle, Washington Best Lawyers has recognized Nathan Julius since 2026. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Nathan Julius is held by other lawyers.

Attorney Elizabeth Michelson has practiced Family Law in Snohomish County since 1980 and is currently of counsel at family law firm McKinley Irvin. She focuses her practice on complex divorce and custody cases and has been recognized within the legal profession and in the community for her exceptional ability in the practice of family law. She is a longtime Fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (AAML) and was named Family Law "Lawyer of the Year" in 2017 for the Seattle Metro ...

Complex marital dissolutions and legal separations, parenting plans, relocation actions, high-conflict child custody and child support matters, third-party and non-parental custody actions, cohabitation/prenuptial and community property status agreements, and post-dissolution issues, including child support and parenting plan modifications.

Sheryl Willert is a Seattle-based attorney who focuses on labor and employment law, including counseling, workplace investigations, and dispute resolution. She advises unionized and nonunionized employers in both the public and private sectors on a wide range of employment matters. Sheryl’s practice includes issues involving employment discrimination, compliance, privacy, and workplace policies. She also represents clients in employment-related disputes and provides strategic guidance t...

Jennifer Dunn Cobb is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Real Estate Law. Jennifer Dunn practices law in Seattle, Washington Best Lawyers has recognized Jennifer Dunn Cobb since 2006. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Jennifer Dunn Cobb is held by other lawyers.

Beth Bloom is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Employment Law - Individuals and Litigation - Labor and Employment. Beth practices law in Seattle, Washington Best Lawyers has recognized Beth Bloom since 2022. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Beth Bloom is held by other lawyers.

Peter H. Nohle is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Employment Law - Management and Litigation - Labor and Employment. Peter H. practices law in Seattle, Washington Best Lawyers has recognized Peter H. Nohle since 2018. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Peter H. Nohle is held by other lawyers.

Al Smith, a partner in the firm's Business practice, has more than 25 years of experience in the areas of commercial and finance transactions, bankruptcy, insolvency, and reorganization. He works with numerous companies, including, The Boeing Company, Weinstein Beverage Company, and various private equity funds, on financing and transactional matters. He has represented, among others, London Fog Group, Troutman's Emporium, Vanalco, Vann's, Jore Corporation, and Pederson's Fryer Farms as Chapt...