William M. Symmes

William M. Symmes


Williams Kastner

Recognized since 2013

Spokane, Washington

Practice Areas

Commercial Litigation

Labor Law - Management

Litigation - Labor and Employment

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Lawyer of the Year Badge - 2017 - Litigation - Labor and Employment Lawyer of the Year Badge - 2015 - Litigation - Labor and Employment
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      William (Bill) Symmes brings nearly three decades of experience in labor and employment law, as well as commercial litigation. He has represented clients in a wide range of matters before state and federal courts, as well as before regulatory agencies including the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB), and related state entities.

      Bill regularly advises employers and businesses on proactive risk management strategies designed to reduce exposure to litigation. In addition to his litigation and advisory work, he also serves as general counsel to several local and regional companies, providing legal guidance on matters involving construction, transportation, and corporate governance.

    Location
    • 601 W. Riverside Avenue
      Suite 800
      Spokane, WA 99201
    Education
    • Southern Methodist University, J.D., graduated 1994
    • Yale University, BA, graduated 1989
    Bar Admissions
    • Washington, Washington State Bar Association
    • Idaho, Idaho State Bar
    • Oregon, Oregon State Bar

    Williams Kastner
    Headquarters: Seattle, Washington

    19 The Best Lawyers in America® awards

    3 Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America awards

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    Lawyer of the Year Badge - 2017 - Litigation - Labor and Employment Lawyer of the Year Badge - 2015 - Litigation - Labor and Employment
    Named "Lawyer of the Year" by Best Lawyers® for:
    • Litigation - Labor and Employment, Spokane (2017)
    • Litigation - Labor and Employment, Spokane (2015)
    Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® 2025 for work in:
    • Commercial Litigation
    • Labor Law - Management
    • Litigation - Labor and Employment
    Awards:
    • 2015 Employment Law - Litigation Lawyer of the Year (Spokane)
    Additional Areas of Practice:
    • Construction Law
    • Employment Law - Management

    Publications

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