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Ross C. Siler is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Health Care Law and Litigation - Health Care. Ross C. practices law in Seattle, Washington Best Lawyers has recognized Ross C. Siler 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 Ross C. Siler is held by other lawyers.

Shannon represents private- and public-sector employers in employment-related litigation in federal and state courts, arbitrations, and in administrative hearings. Shannon’s practice emphasizes preventive counseling to customers to avoid or minimize the risk of litigation. Specific areas of advice include assistance in disciplining and terminating employees, and drafting employee handbooks and employment agreements. Shannon represents employers in the full range of labor matters, from c...

BACKGROUND Before entering law school, Steve worked on operating system development for IBM. After beginning his legal career at Seed IP, Steve helped to found Perkins Coie LLP's patent procurement practice, and served as Technology Committee chair. He returned to Seed IP in 2019 to lead its software patent practice. EXPERIENCE Steve Lawrenz is an AV-rated (Martindale-Hubbell®) patent attorney who works closely with his clients to develop business-aligned and highly-strategic patent portf...

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

BACKGROUND Karl Hermanns' practice focuses on pharmaceutical and biotechnology patent matters, emphasizing strategic management of patent portfolios, early-stage company counseling, investment due diligence, and competitive patent analysis. He graduated with both a B.S. and an M.S. in Chemistry from the University of Washington and received his J.D. from the University of Colorado School of Law. EXPERIENCE Karl was an Adjunct Professor at the University of Washington School of Law and the Uni...

David Sheldon’s strong background in computer science and technical experience in software engineering help him assist his clients with patent drafting, prosecution, and counseling for software-related inventions. David's experience includes drafting patents for various complex technologies, including machine learning/artificial intelligence, autonomous vehicle control systems, bioinformatics, and medical devices. David frequently helps his clients navigate the complicated issues surrou...

Jeffrey M. Thomas is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Bet-the-Company Litigation and Commercial Litigation. Jeffrey M. practices law in Seattle, Washington Best Lawyers has recognized Jeffrey M. Thomas since 2013. 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 Jeffrey M. Thomas is held by other lawyers.

Tony’s practice has long focused on complex litigation, primarily trust and probate disputes, as well as commercial actions including closely held business disputes and dissolutions. Whether the matter involves attacking or defending a prenuptial agreement in a probate, prosecuting a fiduciary’s breach of duties or forcing out a problematic minority-interest business owner, Tony has been obtaining successful results for his clients for decades. He is an effective negotiator but, i...

Georges Yates, a partner and chair of the firm's International practice, focuses his practice on: international business transactions and joint ventures; mergers and acquisitions; cross-border business operations, investment and taxation; real estate acquisitions, syndications, finance, leasing and development; and corporate finance (equity and debt). He serves as outside general counsel to a number of public and private companies. He also coordinates strategic relationships between Perkins C...

Jesse S. Bennett is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Patent Law. Jesse S. practices law in Seattle, Washington Best Lawyers has recognized Jesse S. Bennett 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 Jesse S. Bennett is held by other lawyers.