David Corey

David Corey

recognized lawyers icon Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2022
Awarded Practice Areas
Health Care Law Litigation - Health Care Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants
Awarded Practice Areas
Health Care Law Litigation - Health Care Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants
Works at
Helsell Fetterman LLP

11 Best Lawyers awards

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Biography

Professional Experience

David Corey is a trial attorney who exclusively defends physicians and hospitals against medical malpractice lawsuits and professional licensing proceedings. Dave has tried 19 medical malpractice jury trials, in addition to numerous other civil jury trials, bench trials and arbitration hearings and administrative hearings.

Dave frequently represents physicians in licensing proceedings before the Washington Medical Commission. Prior to private practice, Dave was a criminal prosecutor where he tried over 60 criminal cases.

At the University of Denver, Dave was a captain of the varsity swim team and a 1990 NAIA All-American selection. He continues to be heavily involved in swim coaching, masters swimming and open water swimming. A Seattle native, Dave is a resident of Ballard where he serves on the board of his children’s school.

Works at
Helsell Fetterman LLP

11 Best Lawyers awards

Helsell Fetterman LLP logo

Locations

Education

  • Seattle University, JD, graduated 1996
  • University of Denver, BA, graduated 1993

Bar Admissions

  • Washington, 1996
  • Alaska, 2003

Affiliations

  • American Board of Trial Advocates - Member
  • Anchorage Bar Association - Member
  • King County Bar Association - Member
  • Pierce County Bar Association - Member
  • Washington Defense Trial Lawyers - Member

Client Testimonials

Awards & Focus

Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® 2026 for work in:
  • Health Care Law
  • Litigation - Health Care
  • Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants

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