Why this work matters
A serious injury can turn a life upside down. There are months of recovery, missed paychecks, medical bills, and pain that never shows up on a bill. When someone else’s carelessness caused it, our civil justice system gives you the right to hold them accountable, in front of a jury if it comes to that.
If that’s what brought you here, we’re sorry it happened. We would be honored to help.
An engineer’s eye for how crashes happen
Rich earned a Bachelor of Science with honors in mechanical engineering from the University of Washington in 1990. He went on to earn his law degree from Seattle University School of Law in 1998.
That background is useful in injury work. Many cases turn on speed, vehicle damage, or a part that failed, and on expert reports that need a careful read.
| Degree | School | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering (with honors) | University of Washington, Seattle | 1990 |
| Juris Doctor | Seattle University School of Law | 1998 |
How Rich works with you
Earlier in his career, Rich represented both large and small companies. Today his practice is personal. You work with him directly, and he explains each choice in plain words so you can decide what’s right for you or your family.
- You talk to Rich, not a call center.
- He handles your case himself, from the first call to the end.
- He prepares every case for trial. More than 30 jury trials so far.
- No Win, No Fee. If we don’t win, you owe us nothing. Not even the case costs.
Many of Rich’s cases come to him from former clients and from other lawyers who send people his way.
Trial training and recognition
- Keenan Trial Institute graduate. Rich completed 10 KTI courses and earned the Edge Black Letter Law Trial Attorney designation.
- The National Trial Lawyers: Top 100 Civil Trial Lawyers, 2020 and 2021.
- Top 25 Motor Vehicle Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers.
- Nation’s Top One Percent, National Association of Distinguished Counsel (2023, 2024).
- Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum and Million Dollar Advocates Forum.
- 10 Best Attorney for Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys (2018, 2019).
- Best Car Accident Lawyers in Bellevue, Expertise (2019, 2020).
- Long-time Eagle member of the Washington State Association for Justice (WSAJ).
Honors and memberships don’t guarantee the result of any case. They do show the training and standards Rich brings to each one.
Professional memberships
- Washington State Bar Association (WSBA)
- Washington State Association for Justice (WSAJ)
- American Bar Association (ABA)
Beyond the courtroom
Rich serves on the executive board of Pneuma Springs, Youth With A Mission (YWAM).
He is also a co-founder and the legal domain lead of Lexyno, a legal technology company. Lexyno builds AI-assisted tools that help personal injury firms prepare demand letters and case documents.
Rich speaks English and Korean.
Talk to Rich
The first call is free, and there’s no obligation. Tell Rich what happened, and he’ll tell you honestly whether he can help. Call (425) 635-2000 or send us a message.