Ryan J. Straus

Jerome Rubin is a Seattle-based attorney who focuses on labor and employment law. He represents employers in matters involving union relations, collective bargaining, and proceedings before the National Labor Relations Board. Jerome’s practice includes defending claims involving discrimination, wage and hour issues, and employment disputes before administrative agencies and courts. He also advises on federal contractor compliance, workplace safety under OSHA, unemployment matters, worke...

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...

Maki Arakawa is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Information Technology Law and Technology Law. Maki, who practices law in Seattle, Washington, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Maki is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Brent Bohan is a partner at McKinley Irvin known for his tenacious advocacy, candid counsel, and commitment to achieving the best possible outcomes for his clients. He handles divorce – with particular experience in high-asset cases – child custody, child support, relocation, domestic violence, and LGBT family law. A skilled and tenacious litigator, Brent combines strong courtroom presence with genuine empathy and direct, responsive communication. He believes in telling clients th...

Quentin Wildsmith is a trial attorney with an emphasis in trust, estate, guardianship, and complex commercial litigation. Quentin served as the Managing Principal for his firm from 2012-2014, and has supervised the firm’s Trust & Estate Litigation department since 2012. Quentin serves on the WSBA’s Trust and Estate Dispute Resolution subcommittee, is “AV” preeminent rated by Martindale-Hubbell, and has been consistently named a “Washington Super Lawyer”...

Julie Lucht is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Employment Law - Management. Julie, who practices law in Seattle, Washington, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Julie is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Dimitra S. Scott is a partner at Beresford Booth in Edmonds, Washington, where she chairs the firm’s Divorce & Family Law and Adoption & Assisted Reproduction practice groups. She is known for providing thoughtful guidance and a steady perspective to individuals and families navigating complex legal matters. Dimitra is also a fellow of the Academy of Adoption & Assisted Reproduction Attorneys (AAAA), an organization focused on maintaining rigorous professional standards in a...

Steven J. Schindler is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Trusts and Estates. Steven J., who practices law in Seattle, Washington, has been recognized since 2018. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Steven J. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Nathan Julius is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Family Law. Nathan, who practices law in Seattle, Washington, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Nathan is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Carol L. Edward is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Immigration Law. Carol L., who practices law in Seattle, Washington, has been recognized since 2001. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Carol L. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.