Top Washington Civil Rights Lawyers - Client Reviews & Ratings

Marcella Hilary Brooker

108 E. Mill Plain Blvd., Vancouver, WA

Civil Rights Criminal Defense Personal Injury +3

3.5/5

3.5

17 Reviews

06 Jan, 2024 by Curtis chick

*** DON'T HIRE THIS FIRM!!!*** I made a huge mistake in hiring this firm. They placed my case with an LLLT within the firm. It was explained to me that she would be doing paperwork and I would be represented in court by one of the lawyers in the firm. The LLLT didn't file the proper paperwork and the lawyer that was supposed to represent me said I never hired him. They made so many mistakes. Their mistakes cost me my family and over $10k with a good lawyer undoing everything they messed up. I currently have an open review with the Washington State Bar Association against this firm for its failure in my case. Run as fast as you can away from this firm.

05 Jan, 2024 by Curtis chick

*** DON'T HIRE THIS FIRM!!!*** I made a huge mistake in hiring this firm. They placed my case with an LLLT within the firm. It was explained to me that she would be doing paperwork and I would be represented in court by one of the lawyers in the firm. The LLLT didn't file the proper paperwork and the lawyer that was supposed to represent me said I never hired him. They made so many mistakes. Their mistakes cost me my family and over $10k with a good lawyer undoing everything they messed up. I currently have an open review with the Washington State Bar Association against this firm for its failure in my case. Run as fast as you can away from this firm.

06 Sep, 2023 by Ash r

Dianne Balch Loepker Was very informative and helped me through my very stressful custody case. I would highly recommend her to anyone!

David Andrew Linehan

1420 Fifth Avenue, Suite 3000, Seattle, WA

Civil Rights Intellectual Property Litigation +3

3.5/5

5.0

3 Reviews

3.0

8 Reviews

11 Jul, 2024 by Kristopher lichtanski

I have had an excellent experience with CCL and Ms. Choi in the matter of a complicated easement / title situation. The office staff was super responsive, appointments were scheduled quickly and in collaboration with my schedule/availability, and the meetings I had with Ms. Choi were focused, organized, and super productive. I felt that Ms. Choi was prepared for the meetings, understood what I was dealing with, and discussed with me multiple options and potential outcomes regarding this legal matter, which is going to end up in Court. I could not have asked for a better attorney for my situation (and I have consulted with others prior to CCL) and I very much look forward to my ongoing work with CCL and Ms. Choi. I recommend CCL and Ms. Choi wholeheartedly!

05 May, 2024 by Ricardo saenz

I arranged a meeting with her to discuss immigration matters and seek professional validation of the process I had completed on my own. Unfortunately, during our reunion, she seemed more focused on protecting herself than genuinely assisting me. However, when I attended my USCIS appointment today, everything was in order, and the concerns she raised did not materialize. It was a stressful experience unnecessarily.

26 Apr, 2024 by Larry hu

I did not have a good experience with the law firm. My main issues is that Boyoon Choi would repeatedly interrupt me and cut me off before I could finish speaking and there were some mannerisms like scoffing (in a subtle but noticeable way) that came off as pretty condescending and I received a general negative feeling from the tone of voice she used with me. She was also 6 minutes late to our Zoom meeting but cut our 30 minute meeting short nonetheless so we really only had 24 minutes together. I'm sure she would probably bill the time for 30 minutes to my MetLife benefits and not the 24 minutes that I actually got. The way I see it, if a client does not have the correct understanding then inform them in a respectful way. Trying to be subtle with mannerisms like quietly scoffing or responding with a negative tone, one that felt a bit indignant towards me feels less like you're working with someone that's trying to advocate for you and more like you're talking to someone that's trying to take out whatever stress she may be having towards you. It seems that no wonder her staff seems to sound a bit on edge over the phone as I can imagine what it can be like to be subjected to that over time. She also knew that my home is in Snohomish County but told me that she can't help with the eviction process in that area, but took my money through my MetLife benefit anyway. That's pretty messed up. Lastly, I also felt it was problematic to be told that she did not know the RCW that covered why a 90 day notice to vacate due to sale is not enforceable unless it is specifically mentioned in the lease agreement. When I requested clarification for her to specify how is this the case, she could only tell me it's part of the general landlord tenant rights that a lease agreement has to specify that an early termination can take place due to sale and that this language would not be specifically mentioned due to it being covered under the general umbrella of tenant rights. However, RCW 59.18.650 clearly states it's permissible for a landlord to end a lease agreement early with cause for the purpose of selling a home. Boyoon Choi should really be careful with giving advice that she clearly does not know the basis for. It is concerning when you ask for the RCW that she does not know it, and scoffs at you while mentioning it's part of the general rights for a tenant. Anyways, here is what I was told by another source about the permissibility of ending a lease early to sell the home: In Washington State, typically, if a landlord provides a 90-day notice to vacate for the purpose of selling the property, this is generally considered lawful. In Washington State, the enforceability of a 90-day notice to vacate due to the sale of a property typically does not require a specific clause in the lease agreement stating that sale of the home entails the tenant moving out. The standard process allows landlords to issue such a notice as part of the rights to dispose of their property, assuming other legal and procedural requirements are met (e.g., proper notice period and service). Lastly, she was also incorrect about my MetLife legal benefit. She said I don't have benefits for litigation as part of my benefit but in my MetLife portal it clearly states: "This service covers the Participant as a landlord for matters involving leases, security deposits and disputes with a residential tenant. The service includes attorney services for the eviction of a tenant up to and including trial."

Lara R Hruska

1700 7th Ave Ste 2100, Seattle, WA

Civil Rights Government Litigation +2 +5

3.4/5

3.4

5 Reviews

17 Feb, 2022 by Whitney gardner

I am an attorney, and my son (15) has Down Syndrome. After two years of dealing with our district I was completely defeated. Lara and her team were recommended to my family through special ed networks, and I was overwhelmed when I asked for help. I felt like I had failed my child. Lara and her team, are quite remarkable, I feel like from the moment we met they knew where I was, where my son was, they were fully prepared with having reviewed all my sons IEP's, testing, and prior written notices. Lara and her team were able to write a pre litigation demand letter, and we achieved our goals so quickly. My son is thriving in a way that I felt was impossible last year at this time. I will not hesitate again to reach out and ask for help. Thank you over and over again!

15 Feb, 2022 by Elisa

I am an attorney but an issue came up outside my area of expertise and I needed an urgent consult with an education attorney. Lara responded very quickly to my (rather panicked) voicemail and listened with kindness. She was able to quickly unpack the relevant issues and give me concise, helpful advice that resulted in a good outcome. I offered to pay but she waived the consult fee because we were able to keep it short. This was not a professional favor- she did not know me or that I was an attorney before we spoke- she was just genuinely being kind. I left the call with a clear plan of what I needed to do. Had her advice not worked out right away I would have hired her to assist us in carrying the issue forward. She is clearly knowledgable and I cannot say enough about how helpful even a little of her advice was.

27 Jan, 2022 by Ian

Our experience with Lara was awful! She told us a bunch of things when we started working with her that turn out not to be true. When she started with us she said she would be with us, supporting us the whole time. But when we needed her she wouldn't return our phone calls. She basically treated us like a piggy bank and tried to get the most money for the least amount of work. Basically every trope about ambulance chasing attorneys describe Lara. In my professional career I have worked with many attorneys and Lara is hands down the worst I have had the unfortunate opportunity to work with.

Stephen Kenneth Monro

1830 Bickford Ave Ste 204, Snohomish, WA

Car Accident Civil Rights Medical Malpractice +3 +6

3.3/5

3.3

8 Reviews

14 Apr, 2023 by Maryannie little

Was set to give 30% when the insurance company was ready to pay they brought me in to sign new papers and they took almost all of it. I got like 20% a couple of checks for a couple grand tops they got 20k. It felt sketchy. If I Could I would go back and get another lawyer for this lawyer it was so sketchy. It’s been years and my auto insurance means I’ve more than paid it back. Not very ethical.

18 Mar, 2022 by Ann pike

This attorney is the worst..Don't trust him

03 Aug, 2021 by Daniel wennig

Melisa D. Evangelos

621 Tacoma Ave S Ste 303, Tacoma, WA

Business Child Support Civil Rights +1 +4

3.2/5

3.2

35 Reviews

29 Aug, 2024 by Debben pettie

Doesn't actually do pro bono cases for clients with lawsuits depending on ethnic background.

20 Jul, 2024 by Janel

I really don't know what to say. I went there once, was told to come in. Wasn't able to be seen. Come back maybe a month later with an appointment that I had to confirm over the phone, and they tell me I didn't confirm via text, when there was nothing to confirm in their texts. Waste of gas, they would not see me. Was given an appointment over the phone, and just now was told they had to cancel me. This is ridiculous!!

03 Jul, 2024 by Matthew mattson

tacoma probono is the best law firm in the N.W. i have been to court 4 times in the last year, as the defendant , against a slumlord , the attourneys that was assigned to me , where professional and straight to the point , all 4 complaints have been dismissed, and i am confident the 5th one will as well , i would recommend tacomaprobono to all the people that need a high priced attorney and cannot afford one , thank you tacoma probono ,

Elijah Forde

111 Market St Ne, Olympia, WA

Appeals Civil Rights +2

3.2/5

3.2

4 Reviews

10 Mar, 2021 by Jayson

My employer was trying to close my claim and send me to all these "independent" doctors who just kept agreeing with each other. I hired Atlas and they kept my claim open and now I have a pension. I highly recommend. This was a stressful time and they got me through it.

16 Jun, 2017 by Anonymous

About Reviews Cost Contact About Elijah PRACTICE AREAS Civil rights: 34% Appeals: 33% Employment and labor: 33% Similar lawyers SPONSORED Thurston County Civil Rights Lawyer Barnett N. KalikowAVVO PROBarnett N. Kalikow (3) AVVO RATING 9.2 Call "Focusing On Solving Problems For Over 29 Years. Call Now 360-703-9500" MessageWebsiteProfile See more Olympia lawyers Resume LICENSE State Status Acquired Updated WA Active 2006 05/18/2017 We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer. AVVO CONTRIBUTIONS Legal answers 0 Legal guides 0 Show full resume Reviews (2) 3.5 stars Review Elijah Forde dedicated advocate 5.0 stars Posted by anonymous December 5, 2016 I hired Atlas Law to represent me in my worker's compensation case. LNI was trying to get me to go back to my job where I got injured and Mr. Forde got be a pension. I would recommend Atlas law to anyone getting screwed by the system! This review is from a person who hired this attorney. Hired attorney Going in circles 2.0 stars Posted by anonymous June 23, 2016 I am a injured worker and have been fighting back and forth with L&I for several years. We hired Elijah Forde for my case. Mr. Forde was great at telling us what we wanted to hear in a very comforting way but never actually delivered. He would get all riled up like he was ready to go to bat for us then back off the second L&I would show the least bit of resistance. We did most all of the footwork on our own case, had a difficult time getting a hold of him by phone or email and would have to keep close eye on my claim for any upcoming appointments as his office would never let you know of any upcoming appointments. This happened for all but maybe 3 over almost 5 years. I would fire him now if I could but claim is coming to a close so not sure if I can. This is not a lawyer i would recommend to anyone. Very unprofessional and not very helpful and his office staff also never responds to email or returning your phone calls.

05 Dec, 2016 by Anonymous

I hired Atlas Law to represent me in my worker's compensation case. LNI was trying to get me to go back to my job where I got injured and Mr. Forde got be a pension. I would recommend Atlas law to anyone getting screwed by the system!

Dana L. Williams

Po Box 59, Centralia, WA

Business Civil Rights Criminal Defense +6 +9

3.0/5

3.0

2 Reviews

3.0

2 Reviews

15 Apr, 2021 by Juan wandestrand

05 Oct, 2019 by David keen

02 Mar, 2016 by Paul

When I walked into his office to secure his help in locating and gaining visitation with my son who no one had any idea where his mother had ran off with him to for over a year I was hopeful. Dana and his associates were pleasant and said that the only thing I needed to know was how soon he could move on the case and how long till I would see my kid. He said that it would be less then a month before there would be visitation and that because of it being Friday they would file documents and start action the following Monday. It was over sixteen months before they even began. I was even told by Dana himself after the sixth time I called in five months to ask if there had been anything yet that if I were to bother his office again that he would drop me as a client and of coarse my retainer was not refundable! In the end things i asked to at the least have explained why if they were not possibilities were ignored.

Laurie Yasuko Shiratori

3600 15th Ave W Ste 200, Seattle, WA

Car Accident Civil Rights Litigation +1 +4

3.0/5

5.0

3 Reviews

1.0

1 Reviews

11 Dec, 2021 by Nichole kyrkos

22 Jan, 2017 by Maritoni

Laurie Shiratori is a great lawyer to work with. She is very prompt in responding to all our phone calls, texts and e- mails. She gave us updates on our claims and she was very thorough in her explanations whenever we have questions. She understood that we're already undergoing a lot of physical pains and stresses and she helped a lot by taking care of the medical bills and working with the claim companies, doctors and other legal matters. You know that she genuinely care about you. She followed thru on what she told us, about her qualifications as a lawyer. It's hard for me to trust anyone but she gained my trust. She has a great work ethics and my husband and I would recommend her. We gained a great lawyer and a friend in the process.

17 Jan, 2017 by Al

Unwavering service. Thorough, organized, professional, as well as caring and empathetic. Laurie was unafraid to challenge the corporate world on our behalf in two separate occasions. On both litigation were settled to my satisfaction.

Rachel Simon

1191 2nd Ave Ste 2000, Seattle, WA

Business Civil Rights Litigation +1 +4

3.0/5

3.0

8 Reviews

17 Feb, 2023 by Anil cortez

I'd go with a firm more experienced

16 Feb, 2023 by Ron ronron

Not a good experience.

16 Feb, 2023 by Fifi nono

Nicholas W Brown

1191 2nd Ave Ste 2000, Seattle, WA

Civil Rights Government Litigation +3

3.0/5

3.0

8 Reviews

17 Feb, 2023 by Anil cortez

I'd go with a firm more experienced

16 Feb, 2023 by Ron ronron

Not a good experience.

16 Feb, 2023 by Fifi nono

Charlene Koski

1191 2nd Ave Ste 1800, Seattle, WA

Appeals Business Civil Rights +2 +5

3.0/5

3.0

8 Reviews

17 Feb, 2023 by Anil cortez

I'd go with a firm more experienced

16 Feb, 2023 by Ron ronron

Not a good experience.

16 Feb, 2023 by Fifi nono

Diana E. Moller

2366 Eastlake Ave E Ste 212, Seattle, WA

Civil Rights Immigration +2

3.0/5

3.0

4 Reviews

29 Aug, 2024 by Jaz

Took our money and never heard from her again. After many email attempts and even a certified letter to her, we end up giving up and hired a different lawyer.

04 Nov, 2021 by Luis

Hired her in 2018 heard from her once a few months later but after that one time she never answer or call back. I will be reporting her to the BAR soon

05 Jun, 2017 by Sean champagne

She helped a family member over a long period of time get her immigration status in order after being in the US illegally for 20 years. My family member was terrified and Diana made the process not scary and reassured us the whole way. My family member is now a US citizen. Thank you Diana for all that you do. You go above and beyond.

Joel Michael Flores

1010 South L Street, Suite F, Tacoma, WA

Civil Rights Estate Planning Family Law +1 +4

3.0/5

3.0

4 Reviews

14 Feb, 2018 by Valerie

He represented me in my divorce and was very responsive and helpful throughout the process, that is until I paid him. I received a portion of my settlement and he held $1000 in trust in case any issues came up. Since then, I have not gotten my settlement in it’s entirety, and have made several attempts to contact Joel because he has my money in trust. I have explained the issue via email, and in my many voicemails, all of which are documented. He recently (FINALLY) responded after several months asking what the issue was. Are you kidding me? And then he charged me for that response never acknowledging my actual issue. I am incredibly disappointed and am at a loss as to what to do. I will be going to the BBB with my documtation and going to the courthouse.

26 Aug, 2016 by C. mariel

Mr. Flores represented my son in a difficult modification of parenting plan, in which he was trying to get custody of his little boy. Mr. Flores helped my son succeed in changing the custody. He kept us focused on legally how we should proceed in the case, but at the same time was very involved and caring about what my son and his little boy were going through. I would highly recommend Mr. Flores. He is a wonderful attorney!

26 Aug, 2016 by Jenna

Joel was hired by us in 2013 for child custody case. He got everything we were asking for granted and didn't cut corners. Joel has been available for any questions we had regarding any case we have. My mother-in-law works with Joel and he is an outstanding boss. I am very humbled to have him be apart of life journeys. He cares about the best interest of my step children and has never given us bad advice. I highly recommend Joel as an attorney.

Adam Lyle Paczkowski

320 W. Alder St., Shelton, WA

Civil Rights Criminal Defense Domestic Violence +1 +4

3.0/5

3.0

2 Reviews

30 Nov, 2020 by Justin

Adam was my court appointed attorney in a case involving CPS. He did nothing. Refused to do simple things I requested. I actually had to go above him and ask the judge himself if I could speak. My child would have went to foster care if I had not spoke up and did his job for him. I fired him and hired Steven McNeil. And I won after firing Adam. He's lazy . Unprepared. Rude. Very short with his clients. I absolutely DO NOT recommend him.

30 Aug, 2016 by Wayne

Adam was the best public defender I could have asked for he kept in contact with me. he handled my case great very happy with the results. I would definitely recommend Adam to any person. He is very professional

Michael E Withey

601 Union St Ste 4200, Seattle, WA

Car Accident Civil Rights Class Action +2 +5

3.0/5

3.0

2 Reviews

26 Feb, 2014 by Robert locke

This attorney has a very promising and "Hope Raising" website. He touts that he "Fights for the Little Guy". I am disabled in my 50's, can't afford my prescribed medications and the State of Washington has RAPED my Constitutional rights. His office said they are unable to help me at this time. He had a movie made about him regarding the 99' WTO protests and the false arrests I guess if your not worth of a movie deal you are not worthy of his representation!!

20 Oct, 2010 by Diem

Mike represented me in a case that was extremely contentious and long drawn. From the moment he came on board, he alleviated my concerns at having to deal with the opposing counsels' tactics. Mike's dedication to his clients is unsurpassed in more ways that I can articulate. He is tenacious in his representation of his clients, he is protective of his clients' interests, and he is committed and skillful in getting the best results for them. In short, Mike's experience coupled with his integrity and compassion that few others can compete with are just a few reasons why I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Mike.

John A Austin III

949 Market St Ste 334, Tacoma, WA

Civil Rights Criminal Defense Litigation +3

3.0/5

3.0

2 Reviews

20 May, 2013 by Kimelmenendez

The Court appointed Mr Austin was my attorney a couple of months ago for child dependency case , custody and parenting plan , I live in Florida and what he did for me was great , I got custody of my kids he won the case , he really help me in everything to the point that I received a phone call from him and told me hey your kids are moving from Wa to Fl . God will bless this attorney forever .

03 Apr, 2013 by Anonymous

I think with all powers combined with the first psych and a good attorney we should have had our kids home 365 days ago my kids have been begging to come home we have been fighting cps for almost 2 years our kids love my wife and I more then you will ever know the psych said you can't hide that we got a good home that we have had over a year now John promised anti herrastment orders and nothing Shannon Ross kept telling me things like you're wife and kids are deathly afraid of you man they don't want nothing to do with you don't you get that they want you to leave just leave look at the size you man people are afraid of you she has tried multi times to get my wife to leave me my wife loves me I asked her this garbage and she said that's just Shannon trying to feed you're head with bull I have a feeling that a conspiracy is taking place because I love my kids very much and would never stop fighting for them but this is wrong there has never been anything wrong what so ever with my kids and I the problems have been with certain workers for cps there is a conspiracy with John Austin Doris Walkins Jennifer Ferguson Leona Smith Shannon Ross and a couple others can't quite pin point anyway the times they said I did something wrong I have had a perfectly good explanation for anything and every thing that has ever happened in the past but even though the information was there John Austin let Shannon Ross rule the court I felt like I could have done a better job throughout this whole case and it probably would have been over a long time ago but now that I was told to keep my mouth shut thing's have got way out of control letting Shannon Ross rule the court for 19 months not fair John has said very little in this whole case I do say that I 'am sorry for being low income but still we are talking about children that are very loved by there parent's and just imagine there little heart's how they feel knowing that they love there dad so much and these people from CPS are trying to ruin there family you would not believe there has been text messages from Doris Walkins telling my wife that if you don't leave Donald thing's are gonna get worse Jennifer Ferguson told my wife that if you continue to be with you're husband you won't get you're kids back Shannon Ross told my wife on the phone she better leave now or you are not gonna see you're kids know more I was at my visit and my wife was at home Shannon stormed out from behind the spy glass went back called my wife threatend her with what she said .

James Elliot Lobsenz

701 5th Ave Ste 3600, Seattle, WA

Appeals Civil Rights Criminal Defense +1 +4

3.0/5

3.0

2 Reviews

29 Aug, 2020 by Ryan menges

After contacting James I felt really good about connecting with him! He referred i to a colleague of his saying that he was so busy and bogged down and he assured i his colleague would be very helpful! i met with his colleague and felt great and inspired and felt a relief of a burden on my back believing i was getting the help i desired! Then Covid-19 swooped in and our communication very quickly declined! it declined so much so that after signing a contract with his colleague I do not believe I ever spoke with James ever again! See the colleague and James were both to be working for me! They both totally did an about face on me and ceased communications!!! It was very bizarre!

16 May, 2019 by Paul bufalini

Jim did my appeal for my dosa revoke. The end result was 34,000 dollars but on the bright side I won my appeal with the court of appeals granting me immediate release from prison. There is in fact case law regarding my case. At a dosa revoke hearing due to the potential loss of freedom you have a right to have a lawyer present. So for those who had there dosa revoke without a lawyer you need to a appeal that revoke. The state tried to appeal it to the Supreme Court but the court denied review so after a ton of money and 14months we won. Jim’s brief was unbelievable he is a genius when it comes to the law. I have read hundreds of briefs and Jim’s was above and beyond anything I’ve ever read.

Ian J Warner

1301 2nd Ave Fl 31, Seattle, WA

Business Civil Rights Real Estate +3

3.0/5

3.0

1 Reviews

23 Oct, 2016 by Anonymous

For a larger firm in seattle, we were not overly impressed with Ian's work on our case. He was junior, and didn't put together a quality case strategy. We ended up settling the case, after moving firms.

John James White

121 Third Avenue, Kirkland, WA

Appeals Business Civil Rights +3 +6

3.0/5

3.0

1 Reviews

25 Oct, 2017 by Anonymous

Stay away from this shop unless you want to be gouged. Oftentimes it took three weeks to get email answered, files reviewed. Company could not even handle routine court filing on time. Performance falls below the standard you would expect from a supposedly boutique law firm. So not worth the money.

Rachel Brittany Saimons

1420 5th Avenue, Seattle, WA

Civil Rights +1

3.0/5

3.0

8 Reviews

11 Jul, 2024 by Kristopher lichtanski

I have had an excellent experience with CCL and Ms. Choi in the matter of a complicated easement / title situation. The office staff was super responsive, appointments were scheduled quickly and in collaboration with my schedule/availability, and the meetings I had with Ms. Choi were focused, organized, and super productive. I felt that Ms. Choi was prepared for the meetings, understood what I was dealing with, and discussed with me multiple options and potential outcomes regarding this legal matter, which is going to end up in Court. I could not have asked for a better attorney for my situation (and I have consulted with others prior to CCL) and I very much look forward to my ongoing work with CCL and Ms. Choi. I recommend CCL and Ms. Choi wholeheartedly!

05 May, 2024 by Ricardo saenz

I arranged a meeting with her to discuss immigration matters and seek professional validation of the process I had completed on my own. Unfortunately, during our reunion, she seemed more focused on protecting herself than genuinely assisting me. However, when I attended my USCIS appointment today, everything was in order, and the concerns she raised did not materialize. It was a stressful experience unnecessarily.

26 Apr, 2024 by Larry hu

I did not have a good experience with the law firm. My main issues is that Boyoon Choi would repeatedly interrupt me and cut me off before I could finish speaking and there were some mannerisms like scoffing (in a subtle but noticeable way) that came off as pretty condescending and I received a general negative feeling from the tone of voice she used with me. She was also 6 minutes late to our Zoom meeting but cut our 30 minute meeting short nonetheless so we really only had 24 minutes together. I'm sure she would probably bill the time for 30 minutes to my MetLife benefits and not the 24 minutes that I actually got. The way I see it, if a client does not have the correct understanding then inform them in a respectful way. Trying to be subtle with mannerisms like quietly scoffing or responding with a negative tone, one that felt a bit indignant towards me feels less like you're working with someone that's trying to advocate for you and more like you're talking to someone that's trying to take out whatever stress she may be having towards you. It seems that no wonder her staff seems to sound a bit on edge over the phone as I can imagine what it can be like to be subjected to that over time. She also knew that my home is in Snohomish County but told me that she can't help with the eviction process in that area, but took my money through my MetLife benefit anyway. That's pretty messed up. Lastly, I also felt it was problematic to be told that she did not know the RCW that covered why a 90 day notice to vacate due to sale is not enforceable unless it is specifically mentioned in the lease agreement. When I requested clarification for her to specify how is this the case, she could only tell me it's part of the general landlord tenant rights that a lease agreement has to specify that an early termination can take place due to sale and that this language would not be specifically mentioned due to it being covered under the general umbrella of tenant rights. However, RCW 59.18.650 clearly states it's permissible for a landlord to end a lease agreement early with cause for the purpose of selling a home. Boyoon Choi should really be careful with giving advice that she clearly does not know the basis for. It is concerning when you ask for the RCW that she does not know it, and scoffs at you while mentioning it's part of the general rights for a tenant. Anyways, here is what I was told by another source about the permissibility of ending a lease early to sell the home: In Washington State, typically, if a landlord provides a 90-day notice to vacate for the purpose of selling the property, this is generally considered lawful. In Washington State, the enforceability of a 90-day notice to vacate due to the sale of a property typically does not require a specific clause in the lease agreement stating that sale of the home entails the tenant moving out. The standard process allows landlords to issue such a notice as part of the rights to dispose of their property, assuming other legal and procedural requirements are met (e.g., proper notice period and service). Lastly, she was also incorrect about my MetLife legal benefit. She said I don't have benefits for litigation as part of my benefit but in my MetLife portal it clearly states: "This service covers the Participant as a landlord for matters involving leases, security deposits and disputes with a residential tenant. The service includes attorney services for the eviction of a tenant up to and including trial."

Karleen J Scharer

1420 5th Ave Ste 3400, Seattle, WA

Civil Rights Criminal Defense Insurance +3 +6

3.0/5

3.0

8 Reviews

11 Jul, 2024 by Kristopher lichtanski

I have had an excellent experience with CCL and Ms. Choi in the matter of a complicated easement / title situation. The office staff was super responsive, appointments were scheduled quickly and in collaboration with my schedule/availability, and the meetings I had with Ms. Choi were focused, organized, and super productive. I felt that Ms. Choi was prepared for the meetings, understood what I was dealing with, and discussed with me multiple options and potential outcomes regarding this legal matter, which is going to end up in Court. I could not have asked for a better attorney for my situation (and I have consulted with others prior to CCL) and I very much look forward to my ongoing work with CCL and Ms. Choi. I recommend CCL and Ms. Choi wholeheartedly!

05 May, 2024 by Ricardo saenz

I arranged a meeting with her to discuss immigration matters and seek professional validation of the process I had completed on my own. Unfortunately, during our reunion, she seemed more focused on protecting herself than genuinely assisting me. However, when I attended my USCIS appointment today, everything was in order, and the concerns she raised did not materialize. It was a stressful experience unnecessarily.

26 Apr, 2024 by Larry hu

I did not have a good experience with the law firm. My main issues is that Boyoon Choi would repeatedly interrupt me and cut me off before I could finish speaking and there were some mannerisms like scoffing (in a subtle but noticeable way) that came off as pretty condescending and I received a general negative feeling from the tone of voice she used with me. She was also 6 minutes late to our Zoom meeting but cut our 30 minute meeting short nonetheless so we really only had 24 minutes together. I'm sure she would probably bill the time for 30 minutes to my MetLife benefits and not the 24 minutes that I actually got. The way I see it, if a client does not have the correct understanding then inform them in a respectful way. Trying to be subtle with mannerisms like quietly scoffing or responding with a negative tone, one that felt a bit indignant towards me feels less like you're working with someone that's trying to advocate for you and more like you're talking to someone that's trying to take out whatever stress she may be having towards you. It seems that no wonder her staff seems to sound a bit on edge over the phone as I can imagine what it can be like to be subjected to that over time. She also knew that my home is in Snohomish County but told me that she can't help with the eviction process in that area, but took my money through my MetLife benefit anyway. That's pretty messed up. Lastly, I also felt it was problematic to be told that she did not know the RCW that covered why a 90 day notice to vacate due to sale is not enforceable unless it is specifically mentioned in the lease agreement. When I requested clarification for her to specify how is this the case, she could only tell me it's part of the general landlord tenant rights that a lease agreement has to specify that an early termination can take place due to sale and that this language would not be specifically mentioned due to it being covered under the general umbrella of tenant rights. However, RCW 59.18.650 clearly states it's permissible for a landlord to end a lease agreement early with cause for the purpose of selling a home. Boyoon Choi should really be careful with giving advice that she clearly does not know the basis for. It is concerning when you ask for the RCW that she does not know it, and scoffs at you while mentioning it's part of the general rights for a tenant. Anyways, here is what I was told by another source about the permissibility of ending a lease early to sell the home: In Washington State, typically, if a landlord provides a 90-day notice to vacate for the purpose of selling the property, this is generally considered lawful. In Washington State, the enforceability of a 90-day notice to vacate due to the sale of a property typically does not require a specific clause in the lease agreement stating that sale of the home entails the tenant moving out. The standard process allows landlords to issue such a notice as part of the rights to dispose of their property, assuming other legal and procedural requirements are met (e.g., proper notice period and service). Lastly, she was also incorrect about my MetLife legal benefit. She said I don't have benefits for litigation as part of my benefit but in my MetLife portal it clearly states: "This service covers the Participant as a landlord for matters involving leases, security deposits and disputes with a residential tenant. The service includes attorney services for the eviction of a tenant up to and including trial."

Shelley Marie Hall

1420 Fifth Avenue Suite 3000, Seattle, WA

Business Civil Rights Intellectual Property +1 +4

3.0/5

3.0

8 Reviews

11 Jul, 2024 by Kristopher lichtanski

I have had an excellent experience with CCL and Ms. Choi in the matter of a complicated easement / title situation. The office staff was super responsive, appointments were scheduled quickly and in collaboration with my schedule/availability, and the meetings I had with Ms. Choi were focused, organized, and super productive. I felt that Ms. Choi was prepared for the meetings, understood what I was dealing with, and discussed with me multiple options and potential outcomes regarding this legal matter, which is going to end up in Court. I could not have asked for a better attorney for my situation (and I have consulted with others prior to CCL) and I very much look forward to my ongoing work with CCL and Ms. Choi. I recommend CCL and Ms. Choi wholeheartedly!

05 May, 2024 by Ricardo saenz

I arranged a meeting with her to discuss immigration matters and seek professional validation of the process I had completed on my own. Unfortunately, during our reunion, she seemed more focused on protecting herself than genuinely assisting me. However, when I attended my USCIS appointment today, everything was in order, and the concerns she raised did not materialize. It was a stressful experience unnecessarily.

26 Apr, 2024 by Larry hu

I did not have a good experience with the law firm. My main issues is that Boyoon Choi would repeatedly interrupt me and cut me off before I could finish speaking and there were some mannerisms like scoffing (in a subtle but noticeable way) that came off as pretty condescending and I received a general negative feeling from the tone of voice she used with me. She was also 6 minutes late to our Zoom meeting but cut our 30 minute meeting short nonetheless so we really only had 24 minutes together. I'm sure she would probably bill the time for 30 minutes to my MetLife benefits and not the 24 minutes that I actually got. The way I see it, if a client does not have the correct understanding then inform them in a respectful way. Trying to be subtle with mannerisms like quietly scoffing or responding with a negative tone, one that felt a bit indignant towards me feels less like you're working with someone that's trying to advocate for you and more like you're talking to someone that's trying to take out whatever stress she may be having towards you. It seems that no wonder her staff seems to sound a bit on edge over the phone as I can imagine what it can be like to be subjected to that over time. She also knew that my home is in Snohomish County but told me that she can't help with the eviction process in that area, but took my money through my MetLife benefit anyway. That's pretty messed up. Lastly, I also felt it was problematic to be told that she did not know the RCW that covered why a 90 day notice to vacate due to sale is not enforceable unless it is specifically mentioned in the lease agreement. When I requested clarification for her to specify how is this the case, she could only tell me it's part of the general landlord tenant rights that a lease agreement has to specify that an early termination can take place due to sale and that this language would not be specifically mentioned due to it being covered under the general umbrella of tenant rights. However, RCW 59.18.650 clearly states it's permissible for a landlord to end a lease agreement early with cause for the purpose of selling a home. Boyoon Choi should really be careful with giving advice that she clearly does not know the basis for. It is concerning when you ask for the RCW that she does not know it, and scoffs at you while mentioning it's part of the general rights for a tenant. Anyways, here is what I was told by another source about the permissibility of ending a lease early to sell the home: In Washington State, typically, if a landlord provides a 90-day notice to vacate for the purpose of selling the property, this is generally considered lawful. In Washington State, the enforceability of a 90-day notice to vacate due to the sale of a property typically does not require a specific clause in the lease agreement stating that sale of the home entails the tenant moving out. The standard process allows landlords to issue such a notice as part of the rights to dispose of their property, assuming other legal and procedural requirements are met (e.g., proper notice period and service). Lastly, she was also incorrect about my MetLife legal benefit. She said I don't have benefits for litigation as part of my benefit but in my MetLife portal it clearly states: "This service covers the Participant as a landlord for matters involving leases, security deposits and disputes with a residential tenant. The service includes attorney services for the eviction of a tenant up to and including trial."

Douglas Hiatt

300 Lenora St Ste 104, Seattle, WA

Civil Rights Criminal Defense +2

2.7/5

1.0

1 Reviews

4.4

16 Reviews

08 Oct, 2022 by Cal mcdonald, p.i.

Steve Teller represented me on a case that we closed just today. While I don't know him well (yet), I am extremely impressed with both his persona and practice. He went out of his way to be extraordinarily respectful of some of my differences, and genuinely fought hard for me. Our opponent on the case was a massive corporation that had first wronged me, then tried to deny their wrongdoing, and finally they brought terrifying and unscrupulous lawyers to their side of the table to muddy the waters with counteraccusations and vile lies. But unlike 90% of attorneys out there, I believe Steve truly cares about the Little Guy and he really went to bat for me on a case that I thought was hopeless at times- fighting against a dug-in Goliath with limitless resources. But Steve never quit advocating for me, and in the end we eked out a modest victory. Even though we achieved merely a moderate settlement that was not necessarily lifechanging money, I couldn't have felt more happy and vindicated (and plan to put that couple thousand G's to good use). While I can't speak for how every case goes, or to the ultimate depths and breadths of his legal acumen, this case here did Steve Teller Law some serious credit... And I can't thank you enough, Steve.

26 Sep, 2022 by Carlos suarez

I got important information to assess my situation and options

26 May, 2022 by Desiree gibson

Stephen Teller has literally saved me $80,000. I have had to consult with him on two separate occasions throughout the past 20 years, and armed with his direction and advice, I was able to come out of two different situations with the resolution that I desired, and my bonus in-hand. I highly recommend him and his staff, and could not be happier with the dealings that I've had with his firm.

Steve C Morasch

805 Broadway St Ste 1000, Vancouver, WA

Civil Rights Real Estate +2

2.6/5

2.6

5 Reviews

27 Aug, 2023 by James tasoulas

Love it!!!

25 Aug, 2023 by Nerm m

I had a great experience with these guys, who represented me in a ridiculous lawsuit brought against me by my greedy, land grabbing neighbors (ahem- allegedly). They helped me save a TON of money so that I could take the fight over the finish line, despite the opposing counsel's constant threats and grandstanding. I was successful in holding onto the property my neighbors were attempting to take from me.

13 Mar, 2023 by Jordyn “atlantianspecialist666” atlantian

Never call back

Courtney Maureen Baasch

Po Box 209, Vancouver, WA

Civil Rights Estate Planning Family Law +3

2.5/5

2.5

2 Reviews

15 Jul, 2022 by Anonymous

Courtney has been fighting for me for 4 years.. there is times where Courtney does go missing in action but she always responds with a reasonable amount of time. Courtney generally wins her cases for some reason mine has taken a long time if you were looking for an attorney that you think is going to best help you and your children this will be the one..

22 Apr, 2014 by Buck

Courtney was pleasant when I was able to make contact with her, however very unresponsive all other times. Requests would go unanswered or with no response for over two weeks. Multiple times she was unsure of the answer to basic legal questions and needed to consult other attorneys.

Jeffery Aaron Rank

433 Whitworth Ave S, Renton, WA

Child Support Civil Rights +2

2.3/5

2.3

3 Reviews

19 May, 2024 by Tolmie

He work on my case and charged me over and over because his notes were like child writing, he quit my case days before final trial, and I had to pay extra for another attorney to try to catch up, and follow his chicken scratch. What a joke of an attorney, if he is recommended for you case , absolutely deny his service.

20 Mar, 2020 by Sarah

He listened to what I was trying to succeed and my goals. He made it clear to the other party as well. He would not let me sign unless I was completely satisfied. He listened and understood what i was trying to acheive. He was great at communication for any upcoming scheduling, or cancelations. They would always return messages if the phone was not answered immediatly. I know others who have also had very successful cases. Because of this i would highly recomend him as a lawyer. 2020

06 Oct, 2017 by Quinn b

I hired Mr. Rank to handle the legalities of a agreed, uncontested divorce for me in May of 2017. He most happily accepted my flat rate payment in full, up front. June, July, August, and half of September I couldn't get in contact with Mr. Rank after placing 13 calls into his office. I was always told "he is very busy, and will call you back shortly". After MONTHS of waiting for a reply from my paid attorney, my soon to be ex wife got tired of waiting (as did I) for a response from Mr. Rank. So she then sought out and revived the required paperwork from a legal assistance firm, and was able to get a court date set. So, fast forward to one week before court. Mr. Ranks secretary calls me to set an appointment, I arrive and have to inform Me. Rank of the pending court date. So now, with a sense of urgency, my wife and I struggle to get a decree that will be acceptable to the court, and email Mr. Ranks secretary back and forth until we have a "valid" document, with the Guarantee that Mr. Rank will validate it himself. Now, the day of court. Mr. Rank shows up 45 minutes late, and informs me that the decree isn't acceptable. When I express my shock as to how this can be, on the day of court, he informs me that " I didn't have time to review the decree" and the only reason was " you're not my only client". His position was that I needed to "grow a pair, and just take that BI+@# to trial". I'm very embarrassed to say that I gave Mr. Rank another $1,000 against what it would cost IF it went to trial. Following week, my wife and I has over the agreement, completing 4 revisions before I take what we believe to be an acceptable decree to Mr. Ranks office to have it approved. Another week goes by, then I get the appointment. Mr. Rank at that point hadn't completed ANY work on the agreement, and for some reason didn't have ANY of the information that had been emailed to his office time and time again during the YEAR. So, being obviously displeased with his lack of progress, I requested that the funds I put up in good faith against the possibility of trial be returned to me. And that's where his complete lack of work ethic and moral showed up clear as day. He had changed our "flat rate" contract I to an "hourly" contract without my knowledge or consent. Then informed me that my "up front, in full" payment was gone, and my in good faith payment against the possibility of trial was also gone. And that I owed him more money. Now, up to this point, he had not completed, or even made ANY progress towards validating the decree that he was too busy to even write up. My wife and I had to do it ourselves out of nessesity due to Mr. Ranks complete lack of work ethic. When I expressed my concerns with his lack of effort to date, his response was " you are annoying me now, you can sit in the waiting room, or leave". If you are considering hiring Mr. Rank as your attorney, I would HIGHLY RECOMMEND taking stacks of hundred dollars bills out of your bank account, and setting them on fire. The end result will be the same, but with less headache.

Richard Yonko

Po Box 455, Ellensburg, WA

Appeals Child Support Civil Rights +3

2.3/5

2.3

3 Reviews

01 Aug, 2022 by Anonymous

He was appointed to my cases as a child and he was the only voice I had. No back bone. I was abused in one of the facilities after telling him to mention this in court several times he never did and I was replaced and now suffer from PTSD. He did not help me at all.

25 Sep, 2020 by David

I was given me. Yonko from public defender office, he consolidated two cases and did a superb job, criminal matters , don't hesitate hire me. Yonko he knows what he is doing, besides that fast to establish a good friendship , answer emails andbd messages . Thanks Again Richard . Superb a+

05 Mar, 2017 by J

This guy is a slime ball. He takes advantage of anyone he can to make a few bucks. He with held evidence in our case and gave legal advice that was completely wrong. This guy shouldn't be allowed to practice, hopefully they will suspend his license for good.

Douglas Dwight Phelps

2903 N Stout Rd, Spokane, WA

Civil Rights Criminal Defense Government +1 +4

2.1/5

2.1

8 Reviews

08 Apr, 2024 by Anonymous

Had 3 lackeys start and then quit associating with Phelps and associates, then finally 1 represented me in court and may as well been working for the prosecution as he knew only what he heard from the prosecution. I would have been better off representing myself. THEY ARE RIP OFFS

21 Aug, 2023 by Anonymous

This attorney is a scam artist. We hired him for a family member. Paid him 5 thousand dollars down. And he did not not contact us or do anything for months after. When we complained and asked for our money back, he claimed he would do the case for only the 5 grand. A year later, he sent paper work to collections going after me for 10 grand. Do not hire this money grabbing liar.

23 Feb, 2017 by Serra frank

This attorney failed to communicate with clients, failed to provide adequate counsel, and failed to notify client of pertinent court motions and hearings to the point that the case was lost. Then they sent a bill to the client after telling the client there would be no cost until the case was won. Unless you want some one to screw you over in regards to your lawsuit, stay away from this attorney.

Barbara Jo Reisinger Sylvester

1102 Broadway, Suite 500, Tacoma, WA

Civil Rights Elder Law Family Law +1 +4

2.0/5

2.0

4 Reviews

12 May, 2014 by Ken

Barbara Joe is a superior trial lawyer who has mastered her discipline. I have used her twice in two equally as difficult of cases with excellent outcomes. She conducts her business in the most professional manner like no other. In Pierce County, all trial lawyers know her and respect her.

17 Jan, 2014 by David

My case was mishandled due to Barbara Jo's awful demeanor in court with opposing counsel and the Judge. To be specific, Judge Arend. I heard that she was a "go-getter", but she overcharged me, rarely, if ever, returned emails/phone calls, and her aggressive style in court was repeatedly rude and unsuccessful. This was on a custody case in 2010-2011 and I would never use her again.

11 Jan, 2011 by Anonymous

I had a bad experience with Mrs. Sylvester and her law office. I called her office several times and never could get a hold of her. She has too many clients and I did not feel like she had time to devote herself to my case. Because of that, I do not recommend her to anyone.

Tim Lewis

708 Broadway, Suite 400, Tacoma, WA

Civil Rights Criminal Defense +2

2.0/5

2.0

1 Reviews

25 Oct, 2023 by Anonymous

To prospective clients considering Puget Law Group (PLG), I wish to provide an honest account of my engagement with Tim Lewis and the firm. I initially chose PLG on February 14th, 2022, based on a recommendation from a trusted friend within the legal community. My expectations were set high for a professional and effective working relationship. Unfortunately, from the very outset, my experience fell far short of satisfactory. I was initially assigned to a different attorney within the firm, and for almost eight months, little to no progress was made. There were no interviews, no strategy sessions, and even worse, there was a troubling lack of communication during this period. It wasn't until the beginning of November 2022 that I was informed I would be getting a new attorney, Tim Lewis. On Tuesday, November 8th, I was included in a group email for an introduction, with the expectation that Mr. Lewis would reach out to me. By Thursday the 10th, having heard nothing, I decided to take the initiative and left a message for Mr. Lewis. Despite this, by Tuesday, November 15th, I had still not received any communication. Frustrated with the complete lack of responsiveness, I responded to the group email, reiterating my contact information in case it had been overlooked. By the end of the day on Wednesday, November 16th, with still no response from anyone, I took the step of emailing the managing partner to express my frustration at the complete absence of any communication. In that email, I made it clear that while I did not expect to be the sole focus, I at least expected to feel like a valued client. Finally, I was contacted, but I continued to feel isolated and unsupported. The advice I received from Mr. Lewis was to "take the deal," a suggestion that left me feeling stuck and frustrated. Given my responsibilities as the full-time caregiver of an 18-month-old daughter, I couldn't afford jail time, so I reluctantly signed the deal. Before the sentencing, I expressed my desire not to speak during the proceeding, given my dissatisfaction with the justice system. However, when the judge inquired about me, Mr. Lewis, who had not taken a minute to learn anything about me, stumbled over his words and had nothing substantial to offer, leading to my forced participation in explaining my background to the judge. In July of that year, as part of my sentencing, I was required to enroll in an online course, with a hearing scheduled for September 1st to review my compliance. I provided proof of registration to Mr. Lewis on August 24th, and again on September 20th. Despite this, no motion was filed, and I was unaware of this. As a result, the hearing was rescheduled for September 29th, with the threat of a warrant if I didn't attend. In early September, I left a message with Tim about the upcoming hearing, which I believed would prompt a simple response indicating that the motion had been filed, and my presence was not required. Regrettably, no response was received. Nine days passed, and I had still not heard from Mr. Lewis. I expected him to at least appear on my behalf, but he did not. I had to face the court without legal representation. I understand that being a lawyer is often a challenging and demanding profession. My intention is not to impugn anyone's character or motives but to share my personal experience, which left me unrepresented in court.

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