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Mike has been licensed to practice law since 1986 and his practice emphasizes real estate transactions, land use/zoning, alternative dispute resolution and litigation. A significant part of his practice involves waterfront properties and aquatic lands. He is a certified mediator and arbitrator and has served as a court-appointed referee and expert witness on real estate matters. Prior to joining Helsell Fetterman, Mike practiced in his own firm for 20 years and represented the Realtor® or...
Ruben Bolivar Pagán is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Technology Law. Ruben Bolivar practices law in Seattle, Washington Best Lawyers has recognized Ruben Bolivar Pagán 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 Ruben Bolivar Pagán is held by other lawyers.
Roger D. Wylie is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Artificial Intelligence Law and Patent Law. Roger D. practices law in Seattle, Washington Best Lawyers has recognized Roger D. Wylie 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 Roger D. Wylie is held by other lawyers.
Dario A. Machleidt is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Litigation - Intellectual Property and Litigation - Patent. Dario A. practices law in Seattle, Washington Best Lawyers has recognized Dario A. Machleidt 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 Dario A. Machleidt is held by other lawyers.
Rachel L. Merrill is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Trusts and Estates. Rachel L. practices law in Bellevue, Washington Best Lawyers has recognized Rachel L. Merrill since 2023. 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 Rachel L. Merrill is held by other lawyers.
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...
Pamela Genise is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Immigration Law. Pamela practices law in Seattle, Washington Best Lawyers has recognized Pamela Genise since 2023. 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 Pamela Genise is held by other lawyers.
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.
Lynn T. Manolopoulos is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Environmental Law. Lynn T. practices law in Bellevue, Washington Best Lawyers has recognized Lynn T. Manolopoulos 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 Lynn T. Manolopoulos is held by other lawyers.
Missy Mordy is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Employment Law - Management and Litigation - Labor and Employment. Missy practices law in Bellevue, Washington Best Lawyers has recognized Missy Mordy 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 Missy Mordy is held by other lawyers.
Professional Experience Kameron Kirkevold’s practice focuses on complex guardianship, probate and trust matters arising under Washington State’s Trust and Estate Dispute Resolution Act (TEDRA). He joined Helsell Fetterman in 2010 after two years as an associate in his father’s firm of Kirkevold Law Offices, Inc., and has been a partner at the firm since 2016. Kameron works with professional fiduciaries, individuals, and families dealing with simple and complex matters arisin...
I have devoted nearly my entire professional career to government contracts. After graduating from the United States Air Force Academy and SMU Dedman School of Law, I served as a government contracts lawyer in the Air Force, acting as procurement counsel, legal advisor to Inspector General investigations involving procurement matters, and a member of the Air Force Contract Litigation Team. Those assignments allowed me to see federal contracting from the perspectives of the contracting officer...
BACKGROUND Eric Harwood is the Chair of Seed’s Chemistry and Biotechnology Group. His practice focuses on chemical, pharmaceutical, and life science patent prosecution, strategy, and diligence matters. Eric earned a B.S. in Chemistry from the University of California at Davis ( summa cum laude ), and M.S. and Ph.D. degrees in Organic Chemistry from the University of Washington in Seattle. He received a J.D. from the University of Washington School of Law, where he now serves as an Adjun...
Andrew Hoyal is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Consumer Protection Law and Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs. Andrew practices law in Seattle, Washington Best Lawyers has recognized Andrew Hoyal 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 Andrew Hoyal is held by other lawyers.
Susan Dippold advises privately held companies, entrepreneurs, and business owners in mergers and acquisitions, strategic business transactions, corporate governance, and succession planning. She serves as outside general counsel to family-owned, founder-led, and growth-stage businesses, helping clients navigate critical business decisions at every stage of the company lifecycle. Susan has extensive experience representing buyers and sellers in mergers, acquisitions, recapitalizations, and ot...
