Harriet Kay Strasberg, experienced Appeals, Government attorney in Olympia, WA with 15 reviews
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Harriet Kay Strasberg

203 4th Ave E Ste 520, Olympia, WA

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09 Feb, 2023
I retained Harriet after hearing multiple times from others how my case could not be won. Harriet agreed that it was a difficult case but decided to represent me with my wrongful discharge tort claim from the State of Washington. To make matters more complicated, I was a probationary employee with no rights. I had only worked 4 months for my employer before they separated me from employment. I was impressed with the letters she wrote the opposing party arguing discrimination. They were, in essence, legal memoranda with the law cited and legal authority provided. At first, I thought that all I could get was the termination or separation removed from my file in exchange for a letter of resignation written by me to be placed in my personnel file. The bottom line was that due to Harriet's help, not only did they agree to change the separation to a resignation, they agreed to give me monetary compensation, provide neutral references if asked and to refer all future calls about my separation to the personnel office. All that after only 4 months of employment! Harriet literally worked magic!
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Paul

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30 Apr, 2021
Harriet was very effective for me. Not only did she help in a personnel hearing. She was very good at gathering information, researching, and advising me during the process. She pointed out the ups and downs of going into a hearing. It ended up going much as she suspected. The personnel hearing resulted in a favorable outcome. I was very satisfied with Harriet's efforts and would give her "high marks" regardless of the outcome.
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29 Apr, 2021
I was on paid administrative leave for 10 months before hiring Harriet. My situation was very complex with hundreds of documents and emails showing what had happened. Harriet was able get her head around the situation in a short amount of time. Harriet understood school budgets and school laws. Within three weeks of hiring Harriet, she wrote a 16 page letter to the district and their attorney which convinced the district that they didn’t have a case. Harriet worked tirelessly on my behalf. I would get emails from her at all hours of the night and day. she was always available to answer my questions. She ultimately brokered an agreement that allowed me to return to work. Harriet isn’t much for pleasantries or small talk. If you are looking for an attorney that is going to counsel you and make you feel good, she probably isn’t for you. If you are looking for someone who knows the law and knows how to deal with employers and their attorneys, she is a great choice. I would wholeheartedly recommend Harriet.
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Exceptional legal expertise and thorough understanding of the law
“Harriet has an in-depth understanding of the law! She is consistently in contact with any updates.”
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Dedicated and hardworking attorney who fights tirelessly for her clients
“Harriet worked tirelessly on my behalf. I would get emails from her at all hours of the night and day.”
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Effective negotiation skills and ability to achieve favorable outcomes
“Harriet very successfully negotiated a most satisfactory result.”
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Provides clear communication and explanations throughout the legal process
“Harriet's explanations of the law and particular proceedings were easy to understand.”
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Builds a personal connection with clients and advocates for their best interests
“Throughout my ordeal, she got know me as a person, and the things for which I stood. She believed in me, and I in her.”
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May not be the best choice for clients seeking a more nurturing or empathetic approach
“If you are looking for someone who is going to counsel you and make you feel good, she probably isn't for you.”
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Prefers to focus on the legal aspects rather than engaging in small talk
“Harriet isn't much for pleasantries or small talk.”

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