Yale Lewis III

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Yale Lewis III
Aggressive, Tactical and Compassionate Representation. Good results for a fair price.
5.0 star rating
Clear and to the point!
- Lydia, a Child Support client
5.0 star rating
A Skilled, Professional Advocate in Family Law
- Daniel, a Family client

Overview

Avvo Rating

10.0

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Experience 5.0 star rating
Industry Recognition 4.5 star rating
Professional Conduct 5.0 star rating

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Contributor level 14

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Fees and Payment Types

Fees

Contingent (20%-30%), Free Consultation (20 minutes), Hourly ($250/hour)

Payment types

Credit Card

Contact Information

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  • 206-223-0840
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  • O. Yale Lewis III, LLC
    1511 Third Avenue
    Suite 1001
    Seattle, WA 98101
    Office: 206-223-0840
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Languages Spoken

  • English

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I strive to give each client the individual attention and care they need. However, I don't mince words and I don't try to sugarcoat the message. I evaluate the... more

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Client Reviews

Average Client Rating


5 star rating

“Clear and to the point!”

Posted by: Lydia, over 2 years ago.

Client Review: Yale Lewis provided me with the most effective, clear and concise representation I have had to date. His direct and clear on all matters and fully... more
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5 star rating

“A Skilled, Professional Advocate in Family Law”

Posted by: Daniel, about 3 years ago.

Client Review: Yale was recommended by a good friend in the legal community, and met and exceeded all my expectations. Yale is very knowledgeable, responsive, and... more
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Peer Endorsements

Endorsements

5 endorsements


Christian K. Lassen II

Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community.

Endorsement from lawyer: Christian Lassen , Philadelphia (PA), About 1 month ago
Michael W. Louden

Yale successfully handled a complicated appeal of a family law matter I had worked on. He brought a creative approach to a difficult issue.

Endorsement from lawyer: Michael Louden , Seattle (WA), About 3 years ago
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Résumé

 

License

10 years since Yale Lewis III was first licensed to practice law.

State License status Year acquired Last updated by Avvo
Washington Active 2003 05/18/2013

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

Work Experience

Position Duration
Attorney at Law Offices, O. Yale Lewis III, LLC 2003–present
Attorney at Swinomish Indian Tribal Community 2002–2003

Education

School Major Degree Graduated
University of Washington School of Law, Seattle, WA Law JD - Juris Doctor 2002
Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism, New York, NY Journalism M.S. - Master of Science 1992
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Awards

Award Name Granting Organization Date
Rising Star Super Lawyers 2013
Rising Star Super Lawyers 2012
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Associations

Position Association Name Duration
Member Lummi Tribal Bar 2012–present
Member United States Supreme Court 2012–present
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Portfolio

Contribution

Contributor Level 14
Answers: 307 Legal Answers
3 Best Answers - chosen by asker
120 Answers marked "I agree" by other lawyers
86 Answers marked helpful by other users
Guides: 0 Legal Guides
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Publications

Article Publication Date
Treaty Fishing Rights: A Habitat Right as Part of the Trinity of Rights Implied by the Fishing Clause of the Stevens Treaties American Indian Law Review 2002
Cargo Residues and Cargo-Associated Garbage: Are They Regulated by the Ocean Dumping Act of the Act to Prevent Pollution from Ships University of San Francisco Maritime Law Journal 2002

Speaking Engagements

Presentation Name Conference Date
Indian Child Welfare Act Teach-in, Hearing Room U.S. Senate Com. on Indian Affairs 2011
Jurisdiction in Indian Law Jurisdiction in Indian Law/Introduction to Adoption Law: Breakfast Seminar/CLE 2010
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