John C. Bjorkman

Bill Kessler is the chair of the Litigation Group at Beresford Booth in Edmonds, Washington. His practice focuses on Commercial Litigation, representing businesses, individuals, and families in real estate disputes and business disputes. Bill has litigated matters in Superior Courts throughout Washington, as well as in the United States District Courts for the Western District of Washington and the Eastern District of Washington. He has also argued cases before the Washington Court of Appeals...

Daniel P. Pepple is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Real Estate Law. Daniel P. practices law in Seattle, Washington Best Lawyers has recognized Daniel P. Pepple 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 Daniel P. Pepple is held by other lawyers.

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.

Francis S. Floyd, a civil trial lawyer in Washington, Oregon and Alaska since 1978, is the President of Floyd, Pflueger, Kearns, Nedderman & Gress, P.S., which he founded in 1991. Francis’ practice emphasizes the defense of insureds and self-insureds in large loss, complex litigation in the Northwest. He has tried over 100 civil jury trials, defending serious personal injury, closed head/brain injury, wrongful death, employment, civil rights, construction accidents, defense of publi...

Christopher L. Otorowski is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs. Christopher L. practices law in Bainbridge Island, Washington Best Lawyers has recognized Christopher L. Otorowski 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 Christopher L. Otorowski is held by other lawyers.

Barbara Mahoney is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs. Barbara practices law in Seattle, Washington Best Lawyers has recognized Barbara Mahoney 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 Barbara Mahoney is held by other lawyers.

Scott Henderson is a business attorney whose clients include dentists, veterinarians and other health care professionals. He provides advice in such areas as practice transitions, partnerships, real estate and employment matters. Mr. Henderson’s representation includes the drafting of purchase and sale agreements, employment agreements, options to purchase, leases and similar documents. He also organizes professional practices into partnerships, corporations, limited liability companies...

Craig Gilbert counsels clients in a broad range of business transactions, including business formations, joint ventures, mergers and acquisitions, and private equity and debt financings. Craig also counsels clients in real estate and property development transactions, as well as retail and commercial leasing transactions. He does commercial leasing for clients, including retail, office, industrial and ground leasing, financing, and construction and design.

J. Dax Hansen is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Technology Law. J. Dax practices law in Seattle, Washington Best Lawyers has recognized J. Dax Hansen 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 J. Dax Hansen is held by other lawyers.

Lisa Sharpe provides the highest level of legal services to clients in complex dissolution and custody cases. She is a tough advocate who works to protect the best interest of her clients and their children. Her practice emphasizes resolving contested financial issues and child custody issues. Her financial cases include executive divorces, divorces involving businesses, large estates, child support and maintenance (alimony). Lisa has represented clients in divorce, legal separation and in me...