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Eric Laliberte meets sensitive issues with practical solutions. As a member of Keller Rohrback’s Trust & Estates Litigation and Commercial Litigation teams, Eric’s work is informed by multiple practice areas. Eric graduated with his M.B.A. from Chapman University in 2009 and his J.D. from the University of Washington School of Law in 2012. His background in both finance and law provides him with the ability to understand complex financial issues and explain them in simple, str...
Jeff Frank has practiced in the areas of commercial, construction, and real estate litigation for more than 25 years. He represents public and private owners, port districts, developers, design professionals, and general contractors in construction disputes, real estate contract disputes, claim avoidance, property damage claims, and litigation. He has also handled several “business separation” and shareholder derivative matters for clients in a number of industries, including, rea...
Michael A. Griffin is a principal and office litigation manager in the Seattle, Washington, office of Jackson Lewis P.C. He is also the Disability, Leave and Health Management coordinator for the Seattle, Washington, and Portland, Oregon, offices. Mike has a broad area of practice and responsibility with the firm. He acts as lead counsel on all aspects of employment litigation, including defending discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and whistleblower claims. Mike litigates claims for bre...
Jae Pak is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Technology Law. Jae practices law in Seattle, Washington Best Lawyers has recognized Jae Pak 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 Jae Pak is held by other lawyers.
Clayton Graham helps clients buy, develop, and sell real estate, as well as navigate land development issues of all types. His projects range from single-site commercial uses to large infrastructure and essential public facility projects. Clayton has assisted clients on significant, high-profile, and contested development projects in the Puget Sound region and beyond. As part of DWT’s multidisciplinary land development team, Clayton helps clients site, permit, and develop their projects...
Irvin W. Sandman is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Leisure and Hospitality Law. Irvin W. practices law in Seattle, Washington Best Lawyers has recognized Irvin W. Sandman since 1995. 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 Irvin W. Sandman is held by other lawyers.
Jennifer Payseno is a partner at McKinley Irvin with more than 30 years of experience practicing family law. She represents clients in a wide range of matters, including divorce, child custody, child support, relocation, and complex, high-asset cases involving closely held businesses and substantial financial assets. Known for her thoughtful and strategic approach, Jennifer combines meticulous preparation with strong courtroom advocacy and practical problem-solving. Her practice is grounded i...
Jim Day is a partner in the Seattle law firm of Bush Kornfeld LLP, specializing in the resolution of complex commercial creditor-debtor issues. He focuses on representing companies and individuals in Chapter 11 reorganizations, Chapter 9 debt adjustments, as well as out-of-court workout negotiations and agreements. Jim has extensive experience across various sectors, including residential, commercial and retail real estate, health care, manufacturing, technology, fishing and maritime, and fra...
Karen Boxx is currently of counsel with Keller Rohrback L.L.P. She focuses her practice on estate planning and consulting in probate, trust, and estate tax matters. Since 1997, Ms. Boxx has been on the faculty of the University of Washington School of Law, where she teaches in the areas of wills and trusts, estate and gift tax, community property, and estate planning. Before joining the faculty, she was in private practice for fourteen years, representing clients in estate planning, probate, ...
Lauren B. Rainwater is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Commercial Litigation. Lauren B. practices law in Seattle, Washington Best Lawyers has recognized Lauren B. Rainwater 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 Lauren B. Rainwater is held by other lawyers.
Jillian Barron is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Employment Law - Management and Litigation - Labor and Employment. Jillian practices law in Bellevue, Washington Best Lawyers has recognized Jillian Barron since 2008. 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 Jillian Barron is held by other lawyers.
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.
Kathryn Woods is a family law attorney at Elise Buie Family Law in Seattle, Washington. She has been with the firm since 2016 and represents individuals and families in a wide range of family law matters, including collaborative divorce , mediation, arbitration, parenting plans , and negotiated settlements. Kathryn focuses her practice on helping clients make informed decisions about their futures through thoughtful communication and practical problem-solving. She works closely with clients n...
