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Elizabeth Hanley is a plaintiffs’ trial attorney and shareholder at Schroeter Goldmark & Bender in Seattle. She represents survivors of sexual abuse and discrimination, crime victims, and individuals and families impacted by wrongful death , serious injury, or unlawful treatment at work. Hanley is a past president of the Washington State Association for Justice and currently serves as secretary of the American Association for Justice’s Council of Presidents. She has been recog...

Mike Hintze is a Member Partner at Hintze Law PLLC and a recognized leader in privacy and data protection law, policy, and strategy. He advises a wide range of companies, industry associations, and other organizations – from startups to largest global technology companies. With more than 25 years of experience in privacy and data protection, Mike emphasizes pragmatic and actionable advice that enables his clients to meet their objectives while complying with the law and managing risk. M...

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.

Shawn Rediger is a Seattle-based attorney who focuses on bankruptcy, insolvency, real estate, and business transactions. She advises businesses and individuals on restructuring, creditor and debtor rights, and strategic planning in financially distressed situations. Shawn represents secured creditors, lenders, corporate and individual debtors, bankruptcy trustees, and receivers in a wide range of insolvency matters. Her practice includes bankruptcy proceedings, workouts, and related litigatio...

Jennifer Parda-Aldrich is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Employment Law - Management. Jennifer practices law in Bellevue, Washington Best Lawyers has recognized Jennifer Parda-Aldrich 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 Jennifer Parda-Aldrich is held by other lawyers.

Ashley M. Raymond is a Senior Attorney with Dellino Law Group in Seattle, Washington . Her practice focuses on Family Law, where she works with individuals and families navigating divorce , parenting plans , and other sensitive legal matters. As a divorced parent of two young children, Ashley understands the emotional and practical challenges that often accompany family law disputes and brings that perspective to her work with clients. Ashley’s approach centers on helping clients addres...

Sarah K. Duran is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Artificial Intelligence Law and Technology Law. Sarah K. practices law in Seattle, Washington Best Lawyers has recognized Sarah K. Duran 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 Sarah K. Duran is held by other lawyers.

Matthew D. LeMaster is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Corporate Law and Leisure and Hospitality Law. Matthew D. practices law in Seattle, Washington Best Lawyers has recognized Matthew D. LeMaster since 2012. 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 Matthew D. LeMaster is held by other lawyers.

BACKGROUND Syed’s practice focuses on U.S. and international patent and trademark prosecution, enforcement, licensing and litigation matters. He received a B.Eng in Aerospace Engineering from Ryerson University and a M.Eng. in Aerospace Engineering from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, where his graduate research focused on acoustic emissions monitoring of space shuttle external tanks. Syed earned his J.D. from Seattle University School of Law (2012), where he served as a judicial ...

Ken Payson’s practice focuses on class action defense, other complex commercial litigation and appellate work, particularly with respect to claims under state and federal consumer protection laws. Ken represents clients from a variety of industries, including financial services, telecommunications, software, and digital media companies. He has obtained numerous orders dismissing putative class actions or denying class certification and has successfully defended them on appeal. He serves...