of Practice
Contract Negotiations
Engaging legal counsel in contract negotiations from the outset is a wise investment to protect your rights in the future.
Whether out front in your deals, directly negotiating with an employer, or assisting with questions and drafting, a confidential and experienced advisor is essential to a sound contract. Townsend Legal has decades of experience in legal negotiation with successful outcomes and satisfied clients. We are well-known for providing support in executive compensation, negotiating entrance and exit from employment, and minimizing the risk of litigation.
Employent Law
Washington State has a long and proud history as a pioneer in the protection of employee rights. It is one of the few areas where plaintiffs can be awarded exemplary damages and attorneys’ fees.
Townsend Legal advocates for individuals with employment claims from across the economic spectrum in both state and federal court. This includes wrongful discharge, employment discrimination, retaliation, hostile work environments, disability accommodation, medical leave, wage withholding, contract disputes, trade secret, confidentiality claims, whistleblowing and more. Townsend Legal is also experienced in counseling individuals regarding noncompete obligations. If your concern is about your relationship with your employer, we can support your legal needs.
Townsend Legal represents clients in the Western District of Washington, the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals, King County Superior Court and other courts throughout the state. We are committed to protecting workers rights and have a proven track record for holding employers accountable.
Complex Litigation
“The jury trial is America’s most democratic institution.”
— Hon. William L. Dwyer
Townsend Legal believes firmly in the right to a jury trial as juries are best positioned to deliver fair and honest verdicts. Our firm is confident and prepared to litigate cases to verdict and, if needed, through appeal.
Townsend Legal attorneys are respected trial lawyers who have argued successfully in both state and federal court. As former law clerks of federal judges, we can provide high quality legal counsel regarding the trial process from complaint through trial. We offer litigation counsel for the Western District of Washington, the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals, King County Superior Court and other courts throughout the state.
Our firm has extensive experience with the judiciary through decades of work with the Hon. M. Margaret McKeown Federal Bar Association, the Western District of Washington, and the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals.
