APPEALS
Primary Contact Attorney: John P. Hayes
Our attorneys brief and argue appeals in the Ninth Circuit, state supreme and and all of Washington's appellate courts. The firm’s appellate work covers a wide range of issues, including product liability, insurance coverage, construction defect, bad faith, maritime, and professional liability. We often handle appeals in lawsuits the firm has tried, defending our victories and challenging adverse rulings.
Several of our attorneys have served as appellate law clerks on state supreme and appellate courts, giving them an insider’s perspective. We monitor all appellate courts for decisions related to our clients’ interests and alert them to significant developments.
Attorneys Who Practice in This Area:
Matthew S. Adams
Patrick S. Brady
Nathan L. Furman
John P. Hayes
Michael P Hooks
Ann C. McCormick
Susan K. McIntosh
Ken M. Roessler
Representative Published Decisions:
Chadwick Farms Owners Ass'n v. FHC LLC, 166 Wn.2d 178, 207 P.3d 1251 (2009) (construction defect claim filed by condominium association)
Oltman v. Holland America Line USA, Inc., 163 Wn.2d 236, 178 P.3d 981 (2008) (personal injury claim by cruise ship passengers)
Foxworthy v. Puyallup Tribe of Indians Ass'n, 141 Wn. App. 221, 169 P.3d 53 (2008) (tribal law)
Maple Court Seattle Condominium Ass'n v. Roosevelt, LLC, 139 Wn. App. 257, 160 P.3d 1068 (2007) (construction defect claim filed by condominium association)
Little v. Countrywood Homes, Inc., 132 Wn. App. 777, 133 P.3d 944 (2006), review denied, 158 Wn.2d 1016-1024 (2006) (summary judgment dismissal in favor of general contractor affirmed in brain injury case)
National Clothing Co., Inc. v. Hartford Cas. Ins. Co., 135 Wn. App. 578, 145 P.3d 394 (2006) (insurance coverage under CGL policy)
Graoch Associates No. 5 Ltd. Partnership v. Titan Const. Corp., 126 Wn. App. 856, 109 P.3d 830 (2005)
