Catherine C. Smith

Kevin Hastings is a tenacious and talented attorney who has dedicated his life to helping those injured by the wrongful acts of others. A northwest native, Kevin comes from a family of commercial fisherman and was inspired to become a lawyer when his uncle suffered catastrophic injuries while fishing in the Bering Sea. His uncle’s injury has shaped many aspects of Kevin’s life, but most importantly, it motivates him to fight tirelessly for his clients. Kevin welcomes cases with th...

Jeff Frank has practiced in the areas of commercial, construction, and real estate litigation for more than 25 years. He represents public and private owners, port districts, developers, design professionals, and general contractors in construction disputes, real estate contract disputes, claim avoidance, property damage claims, and litigation. He has also handled several “business separation” and shareholder derivative matters for clients in a number of industries, including, rea...

Andrew Hoyal is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Consumer Protection Law and Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs. Andrew practices law in Seattle, Washington Best Lawyers has recognized Andrew Hoyal since 2024. 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 Andrew Hoyal is held by other lawyers.

Alice M. Ostdiek is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Municipal Law and Public Finance Law. Alice M. practices law in Seattle, Washington Best Lawyers has recognized Alice M. Ostdiek since 2020. 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 Alice M. Ostdiek is held by other lawyers.

BACKGROUND Hai Han focuses her practice on U.S. and foreign chemical and pharmaceutical patent matters with special emphasis on small molecules. She’s trusted by her clients for her valuable insights as a strategic counselor, for IP management and patent procurement. Hai received a B.S. in Chemistry from Peking University (China) in 1992 and a Ph.D. in Organic and Physical Organic Chemistry from Brown University (1997). She also conducted post-doctoral research at the Department of Chem...

Jeffrey B. Coopersmith is a veteran trial lawyer and former federal prosecutor with a Pacific Northwest, California, and national practice focusing on white collar criminal matters and parallel civil and regulatory proceedings, federal and state False Claims Act investigations and litigation, internal investigations for private and public entities, and complex commercial litigation. During his eight-year tenure as an Assistant United States Attorney, Jeff handled some of the largest and most ...

Susan Dippold advises privately held companies, entrepreneurs, and business owners in mergers and acquisitions, strategic business transactions, corporate governance, and succession planning. She serves as outside general counsel to family-owned, founder-led, and growth-stage businesses, helping clients navigate critical business decisions at every stage of the company lifecycle. Susan has extensive experience representing buyers and sellers in mergers, acquisitions, recapitalizations, and ot...

Lisa T. Oratz is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Technology Law. Lisa T. practices law in Bellevue, Washington Best Lawyers has recognized Lisa T. Oratz since 2027. 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 Lisa T. Oratz is held by other lawyers.

Matt Menzer is the founder of Menzer Law Firm in Seattle, Washington . For more than three decades, he has represented individuals and families harmed by medical negligence , serious injuries , and wrongful death . His practice focuses on helping plaintiffs pursue accountability and compensation after life‑altering events caused by the negligence of others. Matt’s work centers on Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs and Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs, where he guides clients th...

Derek Bishop is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Employment Law - Individuals and Employment Law - Management. Derek practices law in Seattle, Washington Best Lawyers has recognized Derek Bishop 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 Derek Bishop is held by other lawyers.