Steven J. Gillespie

Professional Experience Rich’s practice focuses on businesses and individuals in disputes with the Internal Revenue Service and the Washington State Department of Revenue. Prior to joining Helsell Fetterman, Rich was a partner at LeSourd & Patten. In addition to his practice, Rich teaches a course in federal tax procedure in the Masters of Science in Taxation (MSTax) program at the University of Washington, Michael G. Foster School of Business. Typical cases include: Representing ta...

Margie Aoki collaborates with clients to develop strategies to protect their intellectual property, working closely with inventors to craft robust utility and design patent applications that highlight the client’s innovations. During examination, Margie encourages open communication with patent examiners to find the most efficient path towards allowance. Margie’s experience extends to freedom-to-operate and validity opinions, design-around strategies, and due diligence for portfol...

Stephen M. Rummage is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Advertising Law, Appellate Practice, Bet-the-Company Litigation, Commercial Litigation and Litigation - Intellectual Property. Stephen M. practices law in Seattle, Washington Best Lawyers has recognized Stephen M. Rummage since 2003. 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 ...

Kevin D. Badgley is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Banking and Finance Law and Real Estate Law. Kevin D. practices law in Seattle, Washington Best Lawyers has recognized Kevin D. Badgley 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 Kevin D. Badgley is held by other lawyers.

David B. Starks is a Partner at the Pacific Northwest family law firm McKinley Irvin, PLLC. He is a Fellow of both the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (AAML) and the International Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (IAML ), and current president of the Washington chapter of the AAML. David’s practice concentrates on divorce cases involving difficult custody matters as well as the protection, valuation, and distribution of significant assets or business interests. His passion for res...

Laurence A. Shapero is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Employment Law - Management, Labor Law - Management and Litigation - Labor and Employment. Laurence A. practices law in Seattle, Washington Best Lawyers has recognized Laurence A. Shapero 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 Laurence A. Shapero is held...

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

Maki Arakawa is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Information Technology Law and Technology Law. Maki practices law in Seattle, Washington Best Lawyers has recognized Maki Arakawa 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 Maki Arakawa is held by other lawyers.

Victoria Slade is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Employment Law - Management and Litigation - Labor and Employment. Victoria practices law in Seattle, Washington Best Lawyers has recognized Victoria Slade since 2025. 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 Victoria Slade is held by other lawyers.

Mark Berry advises employers on all aspects of the employment relationship, including employment agreements, policies and challenging workplace situations.