Top Lawyers 2015

In a celebration of the greatest legal minds in the Spokane area, we are pleased to reveal the Top Lawyer 2015 list. Lawyers serve a great role in our lives, and here in Spokane we are proud of the great lawyers who better our community on a daily basis. What better way to applaud them than to shine a little light on some of our community’s top lawyers?

The lawyers on this list are not selected by Spokane Coeur d’Alene Living magazine, and are in no way determined by advertising. Avvo, Inc., a Seattle company that rates and profiles attorneys nationwide, has teamed up with Spokane Coeur d’Alene Living magazine to present a list of the top lawyers in Spokane. Attorneys are ranked according to Avvo’s proprietary algorithms, and the Avvo Rating is a score on a 10-point scale distilled from the raw rankings generated by Avvo.

According to Avvo, “The Avvo Rating is our effort to evaluate a lawyer’s background, based on the information we know about the lawyer. The rating is calculated using a mathematical model that considers the information shown in a lawyer’s profile, including a lawyer’s years in practice, disciplinary history, professional achievements and industry recognition – all factors that, in our opinion, are relevant to assessing a lawyer’s qualifications.”

As with any list, there are going to be some who disagree with those who made it and those who were left off. “You forgot so-and-so,” they might say remembering the fabulous lawyer who helped them resolve their problem with the plumber, or they might even question why some names appear at all. The goal is to have an unbiased list showcasing some of our region’s greatest talent in the field of law. There are many incredible, talented and dedicated lawyers whose names don’t appear, but who still contribute to the legal community. So congratulations to the 152 lawyers listed here, and thank you to all of the local lawyers who give their time, their knowledge and their passion for the law, all in order to make Spokane an even better place to live! (Please note: legal field descriptions are from Lawyer.com unless otherwise noted. These give a general overview of the type of work lawyers in that category do. It does not mean that is a complete description of their work, nor fully encases their total workload.)

Adoption    

The procedures and requirements to establish a legal parent-child relationship between adults and orphaned children or children who do not have a biological parent-child relationship.

 

Mark Iverson, 10

Gonzaga University School of Law

Mark R. Iverson, P.S. Adoption & Guardianship Legal Services

921 W. Broadway Ave., Suite 305

Spokane, WA 99201

(509) 462-3678

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/18689.html

www.adoptionwa.com

Appeals       

The application of rules and procedures for challenging an adverse final judgment of an administrative agency or a lower court.

 

Thomas Jarrard, 10

Gonzaga University School of Law

Law Office of Thomas G. Jarrard

1020 N. Washington St.

Spokane, WA 99201

(425) 239-7290

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/1441621.html

http://servicememberlaw.com

Banking

The regulation of banks, bank officials, and banking services.

 

Jody McCormick, 10

University of Montana School of Law

Witherspoon Kelley

422 W. Riverside Ave., Suite 1100

Spokane, WA 99201

(509) 624-5265

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/26671.html

www.witherspoonkelley.com

Bankruptcy & Debt

Guidance for debtors who may be individuals, businesses, or municipalities and who are insolvent and unable to pay creditors.

 

Thomas Bassett, 10

Gonzaga University School of Law

K&L Gates

618 W. Riverside Ave., Suite 300

Spokane, WA 99201

(509) 241-1538

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/7761.html

www.klgates.com

Jeremy Davidson, 10

Seattle University School of Law

Davidson Backman Medeiros, PLLC

601 W. Riverside Ave., Suite 1550

Spokane, WA 99201

(509) 624-4600

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/1843755.html

www.dbm-law.net

Barry Davidson, 10

Gonzaga University School of Law

Davidson Backman Medeiros PLLC

601 W. Riverside Ave., Suite 1550

Spokane, WA 99201

(509) 624-4600

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/7092.html

www.dbm-law.net

David Eash, 9.8

Gonzaga University School of Law

Ewing Anderson, P.S. Attorneys At Law

522 W. Riverside Ave., Suite 800

Spokane, WA 99201

(509) 838-4261

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/6319.html

www.ewinganderson.com

Elizabeth McBride, 9.9

Gonzaga University School of Law

McBride Law Office

1201 N. Ash St. Suite 101

Spokane, WA 99201

(509) 838-0435

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/16976.html

www.lisamcbride.com

Michael Paukert, 10

Gonzaga University School of Law

Paukert & Troppmann PLLC

522 W. Riverside Ave., Suite 560

Spokane, WA 99201

(509) 232-7760

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/20769.html

www.paukertlawgroup.com

 

Business

A cross-section of legal areas that apply to businesses’ formations and life cycles. 

            

April Anderson, 10

Gonzaga University School of Law

Workland & Witherspoon, PLLC

601 W. Main Ave., Suite 714

Spokane, WA 99201

(509) 455-9077

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/1214735.html

http://workwith.com

James Black 9.9

University of Washington School of Law

Lukins & Annis, PS

717 W. Sprague Ave., Suite 1600

Spokane, WA 99201

(509) 455-9555

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/5959.html

www.lukins.com

Jacob Brennan, 10

Gonzaga University School of Law

Lukins & Annis, PS

717 E. Sprague Ave., Suite 1600

Spokane, WA 99202

(509) 455-9555

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/3415199.html

www.lukins.com

William Buckholdt, 10

Gonzaga University School of Law

Randall Danskin, PS

601 W. Riverside Ave., Suite 1500

Spokane, WA 99201

(509) 747-2052

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/29210.html

http://randalldanskin.com

Christopher Crago, 10

Gonzaga University School of Law

McNeice Wheeler, PLLC

11404 E. Sprague Ave.

Spokane Valley, WA 99206

(509) 928-4141

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/1770880.html

www.mcneicewheeler.com

Robert Dunn, 10

Gonzaga University School of Law

Dunn Black & Roberts PS

111 N. Post St., Suite 300

Spokane, WA 99201

(509) 455-8711

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/12922.html

www.dunnandblack.com

Gregory Johnson, 10

University of Puget Sound School of Law

Paine Hamblen LLP

717 W. Sprague Ave., Suite 1200

Spokane, WA 99201

(509) 455-6000

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/13226.html

www.painehamblen.com

Alicia Levy, 10

Gonzaga University School of Law

The Levy Law Firm, PLLC

505 W. Riverside Ave., Suite 582

Spokane, WA 99201

(509) 432-6881

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/3415025.html

www.levy-lawfirm.com

Gary Randall, 10

University of Idaho College of Law

Workland & Witherspoon, PLLC

601 W. Main Ave., Suite 714

Spokane, WA 99201

(509) 455-9077

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/332.html

http://workwith.com

Eric Sachtjen, 10

Gonzaga University School of Law

Paine Hamblen, LLP

717 W. Sprague Ave., Suite 1200

Spokane, WA 99201

(509) 455-6000

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/31608.html

www.painehamblen.com

Peter Witherspoon, 10

University of Washington School of Law

Workland & Witherspoon, PLLC

601 W. Main Ave., Suite 714

Spokane, WA 99201

(509) 455-9077

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/7047.html

http://workwith.com

 

Car Accidents

Concerns the tort liability (liability for private or civil wrongs) of owners and operators of motor vehicles for property damage, personal injuries and death resulting from auto accidents or collisions.     

 

Richard            Lewis, 10

Gonzaga University School of Law

Richard E. Lewis, P.S.

2208 W. 2nd Ave.

Spokane, WA 99201

(509) 413-1278

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/8763.html

http://richardlewislaw.com

J.J. Thompson, 10

Gonzaga University School of Law

Layman Law Firm, PLLP

601 S. Division. St.

Spokane, WA 99202

(509) 455-8883

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/1798028.html

www.laymanlawfirm.com

 

Child Custody

Determinations on the care, custody and control of a minor or disabled child after a marriage is terminated or in juvenile dependency cases when the child’s parents cannot perform their parental responsibilities or the child was abused or neglected.

Douglas Hughes, 10

University of Oregon School of Law

David J. Crouse & Associates, PLLC

422 W. Riverside Ave., Suite 920

Spokane, WA 99201

(509) 624-1380

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/30704.html

http://CrouseLawGroup.com

 

Civil Rights

Addresses legal issues surrounding individual liberties and privileges guaranteed by federal and state constitutions and statutes.

 

Breean Beggs, 10

University of Washington School of Law

Paukert & Troppmann, PLLC

522 W. Riverside Ave., Suite 560

Spokane, WA 99201

(509) 232-7760

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/20212.html

www.paukertlawgroup.com

 

Class Action

A class action suit involves a large number of plaintiffs who share common issues and facts, have typical claims and defenses, and seek equitable relief or money damages.

 

Boyd Mayo, 10

Charleston School of Law

The Scott Law Group PS

926 W. Sprague Ave., Suite 680

Spokane, WA 99201

(509) 455-3966

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/3632000.html

www.thescottlawgroup.com

Matthew Zuchetto, 10

University of Washington School of Law

The Scott Law Group PS

926 W. Sprague Ave., Suite 680

Spokane, WA 99201

(509) 455-3966

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/33685.html

www.thescottlawgroup.com

 

Construction & Development

Concerns contracts for the design, building, construction or development of real estate and structures, and the relationship between construction professionals (general contractors and subcontractors) and private landowners.

 

John Black, 10

University of Puget Sound School of Law

Dunn Black & Roberts, P.S.

111 N. Post St., Suite 300

Spokane, WA 99201

(509) 455-8711

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/15774.html

www.dunnandblack.com

Robert Crick, 9.9

Gonzaga University School of Law

Robert Crick Law Firm, PLLC

421 W. Riverside Ave., Suite 1555

Spokane, WA 99201

(509) 747-0977

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/26699.html

www.cricklawfirm.com

Bradley            Crockett, 10

University of Washington School of Law

Wolff, Hislop & Crockett, PLLC

12209 E. Mission. Ave., Suite 5

Spokane Valley, WA 99206

(509) 927-9700

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/36560.html

www.whc-attorneys.com

John Guin, 9.8

University of Oregon School of Law

Law Office of John H. Guin, PLLC

421 W. Riverside Ave., Suite 461

Spokane, WA 99201

(509) 747-5250

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/26215.html

www.guinlaw.com

Casey Lund, 10

Gonzaga University School of Law

Campbell & Bissell | PLLC

820 W. 7th Ave., Corbet-Aspray House

Spokane, WA 99204

(509) 455-7100

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/37143.html

www.campbell-bissell.com

Jason Piskel, 10

Gonzaga University School of Law

Piskel Yahne Kovarik, PLLC

522 W. Riverside Ave., Suite 410

Spokane, WA 99201

(509) 321-5930

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/35850.html

www.pyklawyers.com

Ryan Yahne, 10

Pepperdine University School of Law

Piskel Yahne Kovarik, PLLC

522 W. Riverside Ave., Suite 410

Spokane, WA 99201

(509) 321-5930

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/34169.html

www.pyklawyers.com

 

Contracts & Agreements

Advice on contract rules that apply to unclear or ambiguous terms, illegal subject matter, modifications, breach of contract, and remedies.    

 

Beverly            Anderson, 10

University of Puget Sound School of Law

Winston & Cashatt, Lawyers

601 W. Riverside Ave., Suite 1900

Spokane, WA 99201

(509) 838-6131

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/14415.html

www.winstoncashatt.com

 

Criminal Defense

Covers misdemeanor (minor) and felony (major) criminal offenses and the rules and procedures of the criminal justice process including arrest, arraignment, bail, guilty pleas and plea agreements, preliminary hearings, jury trials, sentencing, probation, parole, appeals, and other post-conviction relief.

Dean Chuang, 10

Gonzaga University School of Law

Crary, Clark & Domanico, P.S

9417 E. Trent Ave.

Spokane Valley, WA 99206

(509) 926-4900
http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/1214721.html

www.ccdlaw.com

Dennis Cronin, 10

Gonzaga University School of Law

Law Office of DC Cronin

724 N. Monroe St.

Spokane, WA 99201

(509) 328-5600

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/16987.html

www.dccronin.com

Kevin Curtis, 10

Gonzaga University School of Law

Winston & Cashatt

601 W. Riverside, Suite 1900

Spokane, WA 99201

(509) 838-6131

www.winstoncashatt.com

Sean Downs, 9.9

Gonzaga University School of Law

Grecco Downs, PLLC

1318 W. Mallon Ave., Suite 1

Spokane, WA 99201

(855) 309-4529

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/4076536.html

www.greccodowns.com

Jeffry Finer, 10

New Mexico School of Law

Jeffry K. Finer, PS

35 W. Riverside Ave., Suite 300

Spokane, WA 99201

(509) 474-7611

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/14395.html

www.finer-bering.com

Courtney Garcea, 10

Gonzaga University School of Law

Lukins & Annis.P.S.

717 W. Sprague Ave., Suite 1600

Spokane, WA 99201

(509) 455-9555

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/1901509.html

www.lukins.com

Stephen Graham, 9.8

Gonzaga University School of Law

Law Office of Steve Graham

1312 N. Monroe St., Suite 140

Spokane, WA 99201

(509) 252-9167

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/25605.html

www.grahamdefense.com

Carl Hueber, 10

Gonzaga University School of Law

Winston & Cashatt

601 W. Riverside, Suite 1900

Spokane, WA 99201

(509) 838-6131

www.winstoncashatt.com

Timothy Note, 9.8

Gonzaga University School of Law

Law Office of Timothy S. Note PLLC

921 N. Adams St., Suite C

Spokane, WA 99201

(509) 328-8800

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/34302.html

www.timothynotelaw.com

Carl Oreskovich, 10

University of Montana School of Law

Etter McMahon Lamberson Clary & Oreskovich PC

618 W. Riverside Ave., Suite 210

Spokane, WA 99201

(509) 747-9100

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/12234.html

www.ettermcmahon.com

Phillip Wetzel, 10

Gonzaga University School of Law

Phillip J. Wetzel Attorney at Law

901 N. Adams St.

Spokane, WA 99201

(509) 326-3502

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/12234.html

 

Divorce & Separation

Covers the termination of a marriage by divorce, dissolution or annulment and determinations on child custody, child support, spousal support and the division of marital property and assets.

David Crouse, 10

Gonzaga University School of Law

David J. Crouse & Associates

422 W. Riverside Ave., Suite 920

Spokane, WA 99201

(509) 624-1380

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/22025.html

http://crouselawgroup.com

Shadan Kapri, 10

Gonzaga University School of Law

Kapri Law

1312 N. Monroe St., Suite 244

Spokane, WA 99201

(509) 252-6002

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/1752200.html

www.spokane-family-law.com

Andrea Poplawski, 10

Gonzaga University School of Law

Poplawski Law

530 W. Main Ave., Suite 201

Spokane, WA 99201

(509) 979-3192

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/32830.html

www.poplawskilaw.com

Glenn Tanner, 10

University of Minnesota Law School

Glenn E. Tanner

901 N. Adams St.

Spokane, WA 99201

(509) 244-6353

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/20931.html

http://thecollaborativedivorce.com

Julie Twyford, 10

Gonzaga University School of Law

Twyford Law Office

430 W. Indiana Ave.,

Spokane, WA 99205

(509) 228-7468

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/9507.html

www.twyfordlaw.com

 

DUI & DWI

Drunk driving statutes make it a criminal offense to operate a vehicle in a public place with a blood alcohol content (BAC) at or above a certain level. This field navigates sentencing, fines, license suspension, counseling, probation, community service, or jail time.

Chris Bugbee, 10

University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law

Bugbee Law Office, P.S.

1312 N. Monroe St.

Spokane, WA 99201

(509) 327-7277

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/3343193.html

www.bugbeelaw.com

Deanna Crull, 10

Gonzaga University School of Law

Action Legal Group PLLC

505 W. Riverside Ave. # 598

Spokane, WA 99201

(509) 362-9540

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/1768868.html

www.actionlegalgroupwa.com

Senit Lutgen, 10

Gonzaga University School of Law

Action Legal Group PLLC

505 W. Riverside Ave. # 598

Spokane, WA 99201

(509) 362-9540

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/33562.html

www.actionlegalgroupwa.com

Scott Staab, 10

University of Puget Sound School of Law

Staab Law PLLC

1020 N. Washington St.

Spokane, WA 99201

(509) 325-6100

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/23721.html

www.staablaw.com

 

Elder Law

Concerns welfare programs, services and protections afforded to elderly persons or senior citizens including healthcare programs such as Medicaid and Medicare, social service, rehabilitation and housing programs, and adult protective services.

Amy Goertz, 9.7

Gonzaga University School of Law

Elder Law Group PLLC

207 W. Nora Ave.

Spokane, WA 99205

(509) 468-0551

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/25831.html

www.spokaneelderlaw.com

Lynn St. Louis, 10

University of Washington School of Law

Elder Law Group PLLC

207 W. Nora Ave.

Spokane, WA 99205

(509) 774-5959

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/15657.html

www.spokaneelderlaw.com

 

Employee Benefits

Handles the regulation of group health or healthcare plans, group life insurance, pensions, retirement plans, employer managed individual retirement accounts (IRAs), profit sharing plans and other employee welfare and benefit plans that are used in compensating managers and employees.

Philip Carstens, 10

University of San Francisco, School of Law

K & L Gates LLP

618 W. Riverside Ave., Suite 300

Spokane, WA 99201

(509) 624-2100

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/5531.html

www.klgates.com

 

Employment & Labor

Concerns the regulation of labor relations and employment issues including employment at will, employment contracts, collective bargaining, workplace discrimination, sexual harassment, retaliation and whistleblowing protections, occupational safety and wage and hour rules.

Keller Allen, 10

Gonzaga University School of Law

Law Firm of Keller W. Allen, P.C.

5915 S. Regal St., Suite 211

Spokane, WA 99223

(509) 777-2211

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/18216.html

www.kellerallen.com

Jenae Ball, 10

Gonzaga University School of Law

Randall Danskin, P.S.

601 W. Riverside Ave., Suite 1500

Spokane, WA 99201

(509) 747-2052

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/36634.html

www.randalldanskin.com

Michael Church, 10

Gonzaga University School of Law

Stamper Rubens PS

720 W. Boone Ave., Suite 200

Spokane, WA 99201

(509) 326-4800

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/24048.html

www.stamperlaw.com

Michelle Fossum, 10

Gonzaga University School of Law

Sayre & Fossum, P.S.

201 W. North River Dr., Suite 460

Spokane, WA 99201

(509) 325-7330

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/20753.html

Michael Franklin, 10

University of Oregon School of Law

Lukins & Annis, P.S.

717 W. Sprague Ave., Suite 1600

Spokane, WA 99201

(509) 455-9555

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/34897.html

www.lukins.com

Scott Gingras, 10

Gonzaga University School of Law

Winston & Cashatt

601 W. Riverside Ave., Suite 1900

Spokane, WA 99201

(509) 838-6131

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/3679528.html

www.winstoncashatt.com

Christopher Kerley, 10

Gonzaga University School of Law

Evans, Craven & Lackie, P.S.

818 W. Riverside Ave., Suite 250

Spokane, WA 99201

(509) 455-5200

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/16523.html

www.ecl-law.com

Lawrence Kuznetz, 10

Hofstra University School of Law

Powell, Kuznetz & Parker, PS

316 W. Boone Ave., Suite 380

Spokane, WA 99201

(509) 455-4151

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/8307.html

www.spokanelitigationlawyers.com

Michael Love, 10

Willamette University College of Law

Michael Love Law Firm PLLC

905 W. Riverside Ave., Suite 409

Spokane, WA 99201

(509) 212-1668

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/20477.html

www.michaellovelaw.com

Michael McMahon, 10

Gonzaga University School of Law

Etter McMahon Lamberson Clary & Oreskovich PC

618 W. Riverside Ave., Suite 210

Spokane, WA 99201

(509) 747-9100

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/6111.html

www.ettermcmahon.com

Michael Nienstedt, 10

Gonzaga University School of Law

Witherspoon Kelley

422 W. Riverside Ave., Suite 1100

Spokane, WA 99201

(509) 624-5265

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/6105.html

www.witherspoonkelley.com

Eowen Rosentrater, 10

Gonzaga University School of Law

Eowen S. Rosentrater, Attorneys

108 N. Washington St., Suite 302

Spokane, WA 99201

(509) 868-5389

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/36523.html

www.eowenlawoffice.com

Milton Rowland, 10

Gonzaga University School of Law

Foster Pepper PLLC

422 W. Riverside Ave., Suite 1310

Spokane, WA 99201

(509) 777-1610

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/15380.html

www.foster.com

Kammi Smith, 10

Gonzaga University School of Law

Winston & Cashatt

601 W. Riverside, Suite 1900

Spokane, WA 99201

(509) 838-6131

www.winstoncashatt.com

William Symmes, 10

Southern Methodist University

Witherspoon, Kelley

422 W. Riverside Ave., Suite 1100

Spokane, WA 99201

(509) 755-2026

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/24876.html

www.witherspoonkelley.com

Thomas           McLane, 10

Gonzaga University School of Law

Randall Danskin PS

601 W. Riverside Ave., Suite 1500

Spokane, WA 99201

(509) 747-2052

www.randalldanskin.com

Susan Troppmann, 10

Gonzaga University School of Law

Paukert & Troppmann PLLC

522 W. Riverside Ave., Suite 560

Spokane, WA 99201

(509) 232-7760

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/22773.html

www.pt-law.com

Ronald Van Wert, 10

University of California, Hastings College of the Law

Etter, McMahon, Lamberson, Van Wert & Oreskovich, PC

618 W. Riverside Ave., Suite 210

Spokane, WA 99201

(509) 747-9100

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/31023.html

www.ettermcmahon.com

 

Estate Planning

Concerns the legal strategies and techniques to accumulate and dispose of an individual’s estate or property by testamentary wills or other instruments, trusts, charitable bequests or gifts, and inter vivos transfers or conveyances during the lifetime.

 

Steven Anderson, 10

University of Florida, Levin College of Law

Stamper Rubens, PS

720 W. Boone Ave., Suite 200

Spokane, WA 99201

(509) 326-4800

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/34526.html

www.stamperlaw.com

Kimmer Callahan, 10

Gonzaga University School of Law

Callahan & Associates, Chtd.

2140 W. Riverstone Dr., Suite 201

Coeur d’Alene, ID 83814

(208) 664-9228

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/34389.html

www.idahoestatelaw.com

Frederic Emry, 10

Gonzaga University School of Law

Paine Hamblen LLP

717 W. Sprague Ave., Suite 1200

Spokane, WA 99201

(509) 783-7105

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/1061.html

www.painehamblen.com

Paul Fitzpatrick, 10

Gonzaga University School of Law

K&L Gates, LLP

618 W. Riverside Ave., Suite 300

Spokane, WA 99201

(509) 624-2100

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/8990.html

www.klgates.com

Rial Moulton, 9.7

Seattle University School of Law

Moulton Law Offices

1220 N. Mullan Rd.

Spokane, WA 99206

(509) 328-2150

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/12885.html

www.moultonlaw.com

Donald Querna, 10

Willamette University College of Law

Randall & Danskin PS

601 W. Riverside Ave., Suite 1500

Spokane, WA 99201

(509) 747-2052

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/6923.html

http://randalldanskin.com

Karen Sayre, 10

Gonzaga University School of Law

Sayre, Sayre & Fossum, PS

201 W. North River Dr., Suite 460

Spokane, WA 99201

(509) 325-7330

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/15455.html

www.sayrelaw.com

 

Family

Covers the state regulation of family relationships including spouses, parents, children, guardians, wards and domestic partners.    

 

Angel Base, 10

Gonzaga University School of Law

Angel M. Base, Attorney At Law

1312 N. Monroe St., Suite 117

Spokane, WA 99201

(509) 328-1773

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/1952716.html

Teresa Border, 10

Gonzaga University School of Law

Border Law Firm

827 W. 1St. Ave., Suite 306

Spokane, WA 99201

(509) 599-2676

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/19786.html

www.borderlawfirm.com

Matthew Fischer, 10

Gonzaga University School of Law

Burke Law Group, PLLC

221 N. Wall St. Suite 624

Spokane, WA 99201

(509) 466-7770

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/1798725.html

www.burkelg.com

Paul Mack, 9.7

Gonzaga University School of Law

The Law Office of Paul B. Mack

422 W. Riverside Ave., Suite 1407

Spokane, WA 99201

(509) 624-2161

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/12540.html

http://paulbmack.com

Kenneth Zigler, 10

Western New England College School of Law

Burke Law Group

221 N. Wall St., Suite 624

Spokane, WA 99201

(509) 466-7770

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/1901722.html

www.ziglerlawoffice.com

 

Federal Crime

A federal crime is prosecuted under federal law, not state. Federal charges can come from crimes committed on federal lands, or from offenses like tax evasion.**

John McEntire, 10

National Criminal Defense College – Mercer Law School

Federal Defenders of Eastern Washington and ID

10 N. Post St.

Spokane, WA 99201

(509) 624-7606

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/1441926.html

www.fd.org

 

Financial Markets and Services

Generally covers loan and account services. An attorney can review loan documents, financing or collateral statements, and promissory notes or provide advice on investment or loan options, hidden fees and penalties, asset protection, default terms, accelerated payment terms, and liability issues.

 

Peter Moye, 9.8

Gonzaga University School of Law

Workland & Witherspoon, PLLC

601 W. Main Ave., Suite 714

Spokane, WA 99201

(509) 455-9077

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/268734.html

http://workwith.com

 

Government

Addresses government interactions on a national scale.*

Patrick Johnson, 10

Gonzaga University School of Law

Patrick T. Johnson JR

1100 W. Mallon Ave.

Spokane, WA 99260

(509) 477-2877

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/28809.html

 

Guardianship

Concerns the legal appointment of a competent adult as guardian, guardian ad litem or conservator to assume the legal responsibility for a ward (a minor or incompetent or incapacitated adult) and the ward’s estate.

 

Lisa Malpass, 10

Gonzaga University School of Law

Winston & Cashatt

601 W. Riverside Ave., Suite 1900

Spokane, WA 99201

(509) 838-6131

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/33037.html

www.winstoncashatt.com

 

Health Care

The regulation of hospitals, healthcare facilities, health maintenance organizations and health care professionals such as doctors, physicians, dentists, psychiatrists, psychologists, nurses and other health care practitioners.

 

Mary Giannini, 10

University of Idaho College of Law

Witherspoon Kelley

422 W. Riverside Ave., Suite 1100

Spokane, WA 99201

(509) 755-2062

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/1398880.html

www.witherspoonkelley.com

Teresa Sherman, 10

Gonzaga University School of Law

Sherman Law Office PLLC

1212 N. Washington St., Suite 210

Spokane, WA 99201

(509) 324-3331

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/14377.html

http://tshermanlaw.com

 

Immigration

Regulation and control of aliens, noncitizens or immigrants and includes the admission and removal of aliens or foreigners, visa categories, asylum, naturalization, immigration crimes, denaturalization and deportation.

 

Hector Quiroga, 9.9

Gonzaga University School of Law

Quiroga Law Office, PLLC

505 N. Argonne Rd., Suite B109

Spokane Valley, WA 99212

(509) 927-3840

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/1901633.html

www.quirogalawoffice.com

 

Insurance

Concerns the regulation of the insurance industry including insurer and producer, licensing or certification and approval of types of insurance policies or plans covering life, health or managed care, property and casualty lines of business.

 

Janelle Carney, 10

Arizona State University College of Law

Graham Lundberg Peschel

601 W. Main Ave., Suite 305

Spokane, WA 99201

(509) 455-3600

www.glpattorneys.com/attorneys

Brad Smith, 10

University of Washington School of Law

Ewing Anderson, P.S.

2010 N. Lakewood Dr. Suite 236

Coeur d’Alene, ID 83814

(208)667-7990

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/16575.html

www.ewinganderson.com

 

Intellectual Property

Concerns the federal and state antitrust and protective regulations afforded to intellectual property including copyrights, patents, inventions, trademarks and trade secrets. 

Whitney Stowe, 9.7

Michigan State University College of Law

K&L Gates LLP

618 W. Riverside Ave., Suite 300

Spokane, WA 99201

(509) 241-1597

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/1843891.html

www.klgates.com

 

Landlord & Tenant

Regulates the duties and obligations of landlords and tenants and the content of lease or rental agreements including rent control provisions and remedies for breach or statutory violations.

James Studt, 10

Gonzaga University School of Law

James L. Studt Law Office

901 N. Monroe St. Suite 356

Spokane, WA 99201

(509) 327-2549

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/36444.html

www.StudtLaw.com

Lawsuits & Disputes

The law provides several other methods to resolve disputes and all offer unique advantages. A lawyer who specializes in disputes reviews your paperwork and tells you what method will best serve your needs and budget.**

Lisa Dickinson, 10

University of Washington School of Law

Dickinson Law Firm, PLLC

1320 N. Atlantic St. Suite B

Spokane, WA 99201

(509) 326-0636

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/29641.html

www.dickinsonlawfirm.com

 

Litigation

Concerns all lawsuits, cases or disputes other than criminal that are brought before a civil court.

Charles Andersen, 10

Gonzaga University School of Law

Winston & Cashatt

601 W. Riverside, Suite 1900

Spokane, WA 99201

(509) 838-6131

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/6136.html

www.winstoncashatt.com

Matthew Crotty, 10

Gonzaga University School of Law

Crotty & Son Law Firm, PLLC

905 W. Riverside Ave., Suite 409

Spokane, WA 99201

(509) 850-7011

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/1442111.html

www.crottyandson.com

Timothy Fennessy, 10

Gonzaga University School of Law

Layman Law Firm, PLLP

601 S. Division St.

Spokane, WA 99202

(509) 455-8883

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/13202.html

www.laymanlawfirm.com

Aaron Goforth, 10

William and Mary School of Law

Davidson Backman Medeiros PLLC

601 W. Riverside Ave., Suite 1550

Spokane, WA 99201

(509) 624-4600

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/28640.html

www.dbm-law.net

Robin Haynes, 10

Gonzaga University School of Law

Witherspoon, Kelley, Davenport & Toole, PS

422 W. Riverside Ave., Suite 1100

Spokane, WA 99201

(509) 624-5265

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/1214700.html

http://witherspoonkelley.com

Steven Hughes, 10

Gonzaga University School of Law

Ewing Anderson, P.S. Attorneys At Law

522 W. Riverside Ave., Suite 800

Spokane, WA 99201

(888) 909-7746

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/11387.html

www.ewinganderson.com

William Hyslop, 10

Gonzaga University School of Law

Lukins & Annis, P.S.

717 W. Sprague Ave., Suite 1600

Spokane, WA 99201

(509) 623-2020

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/11746.html

www.lukins.com

Nicholas Kovarik, 10

Gonzaga University School of Law

Piskel Yahne Kovarik, PLLC

522 W. Riverside Ave., Suite 410

Spokane, WA 99201

(509) 321-5930

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/35778.html

www.pyklawyers.com

Collette Leland, 10

Gonzaga University School of Law

Winston & Cashatt

601 W. Riverside Ave., Suite 1900

Spokane, WA 99201

(509) 838-6131

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/1798416.html

www.winstoncashatt.com

James McPhee, 10

Gonzaga University School of Law

Workland & Witherspoon PLLC

601 W. Main Ave., Suite 714

Spokane, WA 99201

(509) 455-9077

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/26683.html

http://workwith.com

Susan Nelson, 10

Case Western Reserve School of Law

Dunn & Black, P.S.

111 N. Post St. Suite 300

Spokane, WA 99201

(509) 455-8711

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/1496972.html

www.dunnandblack.com

Troy Nelson, 10

Gonzaga University School of Law

Randall Danskin PS

601 W. Riverside Ave., Suite 1500

Spokane, WA 99201

(509) 747-2052

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/4220544.html

www.randalldanskin.com

John Nelson, 10

University of Utah S.J. Quinney College of Law

Foster Pepper PLLC

422 W. Riverside Ave., Suite 1310

Spokane, WA 99201

(509) 777-1604

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/16607.html

www.foster.com/attorneys

Daniel Stowe, 10

Gonzaga University School of Law

Law Offices of Raymond W. Schutts

24001 E Mission Ave., Suite 101 Suite 210

Liberty Lake, WA 99019

(509) 944-2171

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/27736.html

Kevin Roberts, 10

University of Idaho College of Law

Dunn, Black & Roberts P.S.

111 N. Post St., Suite 300

Spokane, WA 99201

(509) 455-8711

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/29566.html

www.dunnandblack.com

Eric Roth, 10

University of Washington School of Law

Roth Law Offices

P.O. Box 9511

Spokane, WA 99209

(509) 413-1000

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/28630.html

Geana Van Dessel, 10

Gonzaga University School of Law

Lee & Hayes, PLLC

601 W. Riverside Ave., Suite 1400

Spokane, WA 99201

(509) 944-4639

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/35276.html

www.leehayes.com

 

Mediation

An alternative dispute resolution method where parties attempt to resolve their dispute with a mediator.

 

Frank Hoover, 10

Gonzaga University School of Law

Law Offices of Frank Hoover, P.S.

1402 W. Broadway Ave.

Spokane, WA 99201

(509) 323-9595

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/10214.html

www.frankhoover.com

 

Medical Malpractice

The civil or tort liability of medical or healthcare professionals, physicians, doctors, surgeons or nurses for wrongful acts or omissions, negligence or misconduct during the performance of professional services.

 

Ryan Beaudoin, 10

Gonzaga University School of Law

Witherspoon Kelley

422 W. Riverside Ave., Suite 1100

Spokane, WA 99201

(509) 624-5265

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/30458.html

www.witherspoonkelley.com

William Etter, 10

Gonzaga University School of Law

Etter McMahon Lamberson Clary & Oreskovich PC

618 W. Riverside Ave., Suite 210

Spokane, WA 99201

(509) 747-9100

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/9845.html

www.ettermcmahon.com

Stephen Haskell, 9.6

Gonzaga University School of Law

Stephen Haskell Law Offices

1901 E. Westminster Lane

Spokane, WA 99223

(509) 710-3341

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/7170.html

www.haskellaw.com

Mark Kamitomo, 10

Gonzaga University School of Law

The Markam Group Inc. PS

421 W. Riverside Ave., Suite 1060

Spokane, WA 99201

(509) 747-0902

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/18205.html

www.markamgrp.com

Stephen Lamberson, 10

Gonzaga University School of Law

Etter McMahon Lamberson Clary & Oreskovich PC

618 W. Riverside Ave., Suite 210

Spokane, WA 99201

(509) 747-9100

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/12018.html

www.ettermcmahon.com

Mary Schultz, 10

Gonzaga University School of Law

Mary Schultz Law, P.S.

111 S. Post St., Suite 2250

Spokane, WA 99201

(509) 245-3522

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/14816.html

www.maryschultzlaw.com

 

Patent Application

Concerns the regulation of the rights to patents or inventions including ownership and transfer rights, licensing agreements, patentable subject matter, patent infringement, and statutory bars or prohibitions.

 

Deepak Malhotra, 10

Marquette University Law School

Malhotra Law Firm, PLLC

P.O. Box 1433

Spokane, WA 99210

(509) 252-1496

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/3338356.html

www.patentsusa.com

 

Personal Injury

The recovery of money or monetary damages as compensation for physical or psychological damages suffered by a person that results from tortuous conduct or a private or civil wrong or injury caused by another person or entity.

 

Matthew Albrecht, 10

Gonzaga University School of Law

Albrecht Law PLLC

421 W. Riverside Ave., Suite 614

Spokane, WA 99201

(888) 424-4430

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/36482.html

www.trialappeallaw.com

Nikalous Armitage, 10

Gonzaga University School of Law

Layman Law Firm, PLLP

601 S. Division. St.

Spokane, WA 99202

(509) 455-8883

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/1798401.html

www.laymanlawfirm.com

James Bendell, 10

Rutgers University Law School

The Bendell Law Firm

1110 W. Park Pl., Suite 302

Coeur d’Alene, ID 83814

(208)215-2255

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/20183.html

www.injuryinidaho.com

Edward Bruya, 10

Gonzaga University School of Law

Keefe, Bowman & Bruya, P.S.

221 N. Wall St., Suite 210

Spokane, WA 99201

(509) 624-8988

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/32311.html

Lewis (Dallas) Cooney, 10

Gonzaga University School of Law

Cooney Law Offices, P.S.

910 W. Garland Ave.

Spokane, WA 99205

(509) 326-2613

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/32265.html

www.jcooney.com

Robert Crary, 10

Gonzaga University School of Law

The Firm of Crary Clark & Domanico PS

9417 E. Trent Ave.

Spokane Valley, WA 99206

(509) 926-4900

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/11754.html

www.ccdlaw.com

Patrick Cronin, 10

Gonzaga University School of Law

Winston & Cashatt

601 W. Riverside, Suite 1900

Spokane, WA 99201

(509) 838-6131

www.winstoncashatt.com

James Domanico, 10

Gonzaga University School of Law

The Firm of Crary Clark & Domanico PS

9417 E. Trent Ave.

Spokane Valley, WA 99206

(509) 926-5478

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/12918.html

www.ccdlaw.com

Richard            Eymann, 10

Gonzaga University School of Law

Eymann, Allison, Hunter, Jones, P.S.

2208 W. 2nd Ave.

Spokane, WA 99201

(509) 747-0101

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/7530.html

www.eahjlaw.com

William Gilbert, 10

Gonzaga University School of Law

Gilbert Law Firm

421 W. Riverside Ave., Suite 353

Spokane, WA 99201

(509) 321-0750

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/30471.html

www.wagilbert.com

Robert Hahn, 10

Gonzaga University School of Law

Robert C. Hahn, III, P.S.

2906 N. Argonne Rd.

Spokane Valley, WA 99212

(509) 921-9500

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/27743.html

www.rhahn.com

Michael Howard, 10

University of Idaho College of Law

Winston & Cashatt

250 Northwest Blvd., Suite 206

Coeur d’Alene, ID 83814

(208) 667-2103

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/29505.html

www.winstoncashatt.com

John G.            Layman, 10

Gonzaga University School of Law

Layman Law Firm, PLLP

601 S. Division. St.

Spokane, WA 99202

(509) 455-8883

www.laymanlawfirm.com

John R.            Layman, 10

Gonzaga University School of Law

Layman Law Firm, PLLP

601 S. Division St.

Spokane, WA 99202

(509) 455-8883

www.laymanlawfirm.com

Wesley Mortensen, 10

Brigham Young University’s J. Reuben Clark Law School

Craig Swapp & Associates

16201 E. Indiana Ave., Suite 1900

Spokane Valley, WA 99216

(509) 252-5037

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/1441705.html

www.craigswapp.com

Kathleen Paukert, 10

Gonzaga University School of Law

Paukert & Troppmann, PLLC

522 W. Riverside Ave., Suite 560

Spokane, WA 99201

(509) 232-7760

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/20755.html

www.paukertlawgroup.com

Cynthia            Schwartz, 10

University of Oregon School of Law

Law Office of Cynthia L Schwartz

421 W. Riverside Ave., Suite 720

Spokane, WA 99201

(509) 838-4400

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/11732.html

http://cynthialschwartz.com

Geoffrey Swindler, 10

Seattle University School of Law

Law Office of Geoffrey D. Swindler

103 E. Indiana Ave., Suite A

Spokane, WA 99207

(509) 326-7700

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/20830.html

www.swindlerlaw.com

 

Public Finance & Tax Exempt Finance

Finance law concerns the regulation of personal, business and government financing practices and procedures.     

 

Jeffrey Nave, 10

University of California, Hastings College of the Law

Foster Pepper PLLC

422 W. Riverside Ave., Suite 1310

Spokane, WA 99201

(509) 777-1601

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/20369.html

www.foster.com

 

Real Estate

Regulates the relationships between landowners and the right to possess, use and enjoy land, to own or hold present and future interests in real estate, and to sell, transfer and convey interests in real estate.

 

Michael Hague, 10

University of Idaho College of Law

Hague Law Offices, PLLC

401 E. Front Ave., Suite 212

Coeur d’Alene, ID 83814

(208)215-2400

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/4431096.html

www.haguelawoffices.com

Kathryn McKinley, 10

Gonzaga University School of Law

Paine Hamblen LLP

717 W. Sprague Ave., Suite 1200

Spokane, WA 99201

(509) 455-6000

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/25899.html

www.painehamblen.com

Spencer Stromberg, 10

University of Washington School of Law

Lucent Law, PLLC

827 W. 1St. Ave., Suite 425

Spokane, WA 99201

(509) 413-1004

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/23996.html

www.lucentlaw.com

Brett Sullivan, 10

Gonzaga University School of Law

Lucent Law, PLLC

827 W. 1St. Ave., Suite 425

Spokane, WA 99201

(509) 413-1004

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/24882.html

www.lucentlaw.com

Elizabeth Tellessen, 10

Gonzaga University School of Law

Winston & Cashatt

601 W. Riverside Ave., Suite 1900

Spokane, WA 99201

(509) 838-6131

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/36537.html

www.winstoncashatt.com

 

Social Security

Concerns the regulation of family and individual welfare assistance and relief programs including medical assistance programs, Medicaid, Medicare, temporary assistance programs, disability benefits (SSD), supplemental security income (SSI), and retirement and survivors benefits.

 

Michael Thompson, 10

Gonzaga University School of Law

Michael G. Thompson, Attorney at Law, PLLC

1212 N. Washington St. Suite 212

Spokane, WA 99201

(509) 328-2040

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/17663.html

Tax

Concerns the imposition and collection of federal, state and local taxes including the income tax, real estate or property tax, estate and gift tax, corporate taxes, excise tax, sales or use tax and international taxation.

 

Gair Petrie, 10

Gonzaga University School of Law

Randall Danskin PS

601 W. Riverside Ave., Suite 1500

Spokane, WA 99201

(509) 747-2052

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/14849.html

http://randalldanskin.com

James Workland, 9.8

Gonzaga University School of Law

Workland & Witherspoon, PLLC

601 W. Main Ave., Suite 714

Spokane, WA 99201

(509) 455-9077

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/4686.html

http://workwith.com

 

Workers Compensation

Legal issues concerning workers compensation include the extent of the employer’s liability or degree of fault, the nature and extent of the employee’s injuries and rehabilitation, and the measure or calculation of benefits.        

 

Michael Pontarolo, 10

Gonzaga University School of Law

Delay, Curran, Thompson, Pontarolo & Walker, P.S.

601 W. Main Ave., Suite 1212

Spokane, WA 99201

(509) 455-9500

http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/5677.html

http://delayandcurran.com

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