Craig E. Sherman

Bryan Smith, a partner with the firm's Business practice, has experience in many aspects of federal income tax, including mergers and acquisitions, international and cross-border transactions, executive compensation, public and private offerings, joint ventures, real estate investment trusts (REITs), real estate and leasing transactions, and federal tax controversies.

Margie Aoki collaborates with clients to develop strategies to protect their intellectual property, working closely with inventors to craft robust utility and design patent applications that highlight the client’s innovations. During examination, Margie encourages open communication with patent examiners to find the most efficient path towards allowance. Margie’s experience extends to freedom-to-operate and validity opinions, design-around strategies, and due diligence for portfol...

Gillian Murphy is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Employment Law - Management and Litigation - Labor and Employment. Gillian practices law in Seattle, Washington Best Lawyers has recognized Gillian Murphy 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 Gillian Murphy is held by other lawyers.

Heidi York is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Real Estate Law. Heidi practices law in Seattle, Washington Best Lawyers has recognized Heidi York 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 Heidi York 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...

Davis Bae is the managing partner of the Seattle office and is co-chair of the firm's Global Immigration practice group. His practice focuses on providing effective immigration solutions for companies in the Pacific Northwest and throughout the United States. His clients are leaders in fields such as software, design, construction, manufacturing, utilities, fine arts, sports, international trade, and engineering. Davis is a frequent speaker before business and employer associations, including...

Molly K. Barker is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Energy Law and Environmental Law. Molly K. practices law in Seattle, Washington Best Lawyers has recognized Molly K. Barker 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 Molly K. Barker is held by other lawyers.

Sue Morgan, a partner in the firm's Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation practice, advises clients on executive and equity compensation, corporate finance and securities, and insider trading compliance. Her representative clients include Boeing, Clearwire, Costco, Crocs, InfoSpace Inc., Intermec Technologies Corporation, Microsoft Corporation, Molex, Molson Coors Brewing Company and Weyerhaeuser. Sue frequently speaks on issues including executive compensation, option exchanges, ins...

Meaghan Driscoll is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Civil Rights Law and Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs. Meaghan practices law in Tacoma, Washington Best Lawyers has recognized Meaghan Driscoll 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 Meaghan Driscoll is held by other lawyers.

Bob Giles is the firm’s managing partner. Bob manages more than 900 attorneys in 19 different offices. He chairs the Management Committee, serves on the Executive Committee, and is involved with numerous other committees within the firm. Bob began at Perkins Coie in 1974. He focused his practice in the areas of partnerships, tax planning, real estate syndications and general corporate practice until 1986, when he became the firm’s managing partner.