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Valerie Hughes, a partner with the firm's Labor and Employment practice, has more than 25 years of experience in the areas of employment litigation, discrimination and harassment litigation, collective bargaining, grievance arbitration, and administrative proceedings. In addition to her representation of private employers, Val provides general counsel representation to Washington school districts, including state and federal court litigation and administrative hearings.

Kevin Hastings is a tenacious and talented attorney who has dedicated his life to helping those injured by the wrongful acts of others. A northwest native, Kevin comes from a family of commercial fisherman and was inspired to become a lawyer when his uncle suffered catastrophic injuries while fishing in the Bering Sea. His uncle’s injury has shaped many aspects of Kevin’s life, but most importantly, it motivates him to fight tirelessly for his clients. Kevin welcomes cases with th...

Scott Adams is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Litigation - Intellectual Property and Patent Law. Scott practices law in Seattle, Washington Best Lawyers has recognized Scott Adams since 2022. 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 Scott Adams is held by other lawyers.

Midori Sagara is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Product Liability Litigation - Defendants. Midori practices law in Seattle, Washington Best Lawyers has recognized Midori Sagara 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 Midori Sagara is held by other lawyers.

Micah R. LeBank is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs. Micah R. practices law in Tacoma, Washington Best Lawyers has recognized Micah R. LeBank since 2016. 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 Micah R. LeBank 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...

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.

Jeffrey M. Hanson is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Commercial Litigation. Jeffrey M. practices law in Seattle, Washington Best Lawyers has recognized Jeffrey M. Hanson 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 Jeffrey M. Hanson is held by other lawyers.

Jerry Nagae is an of counsel IP attorney with over four decades of experience advising clients across various industries on patents, trademarks, copyrights, IP transactions, and litigation. He has held leadership roles at COJK and is recognized by multiple legal directories. Jerry supports clients across a wide range of technologies and industries, including automotive, heavy tools and machinery, consumer goods, sporting goods, food processing, video and audio hardware and software developmen...

Jeff maintains an active trial and appellate practice, focusing on complex civil and criminal matters. He has substantial trial experience, before judges and juries, and has appeared as counsel and argued more than 75 appeals to the Alaska Supreme Court, Alaska Court of Appeals, Idaho Supreme Court, Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals, and Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals. Jeff's trial experience encompasses a broad range of matters, including environmental and antitrust cases, oil and gas disputes,...