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Stephanie L. Mtui
also known as Stephanie L. Grassia
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Licensed in District of Columbia for 4 years
State: District of Columbia
Acquired: 2021
No misconduct found
Licensed in Washington for 21 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 2004
No misconduct found
Location
Sperduto Thompson & Gassler PLC
1050 30TH ST., NW, Washington, DC, 20007
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Posted by anonymous | March 24, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Insurance
Stephanie's expertise was invaluable to our case
Stephanie Mtui's expertise and help was invaluable to a multi-year insurance claim lawsuit. Her interpretations of our policies and of various legal documents helped us stay confident that we were doing the right thing in continuing our fight to get paid when we were very tired of the insurance comp...
Posted by anonymous | March 20, 2009 | Insurance
Builders Risk
Ms. Grassia helped us with a complex builders risk insurance claim. During the claim, she was innovative in her approach and was very knowledgeable about the law and industry standards for insurance coverages and the obligations of the insurer. Her experience as both a lawyer and an insurance broke...
Stephanie L. Mtui's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Years ago, I had the honor of watching Ms. Grassia and Mr. Buck during a jury trial in Yakima, Washington. I was very impressed with her and Mr. Buck's litigation and oral advocacy skills. I would endorse Stefanie for anyone wanting a competent and skilled legal professional."
"Stephanie is a tough litigator who works very hard to ensure that justice is served for those who have been wronged by their insurers. With a significant background working in the insurance industry before law school, she has the benefit of knowing the duties and obligations of insurance companies from both sides of the table. She is well respected by the Judges before whom she appears and she is widely recognized as a leader in her field by other attorneys across multiple areas of law. If you have an insurance coverage issue, I highly recommend Stephanie!"
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Experience
Honors
2024
Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers
2023
Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2022
Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers
2021
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2021
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers
2020
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers
2020
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2019
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2019
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers
2018
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2018
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers
2017
Super Lawyer, Washington Law & Politics Magazine
2017
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers
2016
Super Lawyer, Washington Law & Politics Magazine
2015
Top 50 Women Washington Super Lawyers - Top List, SuperLawyers
2015
Super Lawyer, Washington Law & Politics Magazine
2014
Super Lawyer, Washington Law & Politics Magazine
2013
Top Women Attorneys in Washington, Seattle Met Magazine
2013
Super Lawyer, Washington Law & Politics Magazine
2012
Rising Star, Washington Law & Politics Magazine
2011
Rising Star, Washington Law & Politics Magazine
2009
Rising Star, Washington Law & Politics Magazine
1999
Employee of the Year, Parker, Smith & Feek, Inc.
Work Experience
2017 - 2021
President, Law Firm of Stephanie Grassia, PS
2015 - 2017
Partner, Helsell Fetterman, LLP
2014 - 2015
Of Counsel, Helsell Fetterman, LLP
2012 - 2015
Principal Attorney, Cairncross & Hempelmann, A Professional Service Corporation
2010 - 2011
Of Counsel, Cairncross & Hempelmann, A Professional Service Corporation
2007 - 2009
Of Counsel, Stafford Frey Cooper, PC
2007 - 2007
Of Counsel, Oles Morrison Rinker & Baker
2003 - 2007
Associate, Stafford Frey Cooper, PC
2002 - 2002
, Cozen O'Connor
1997 - 2003
Senior Account Administrator, Parker, Smith & Feek, Inc.
1993 - 1997
Senior Account Administrator, Bush Cotton Thompson & Scott, Inc.
1991 - 1993
Associate Account Administrator, Sedgwick James
Associations
1997 - Present
Chartered Property Casualty Underwriters SocietyMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Oak Harbor Freight Lines, Inc. v. XL Insurance America, Inc.
Court of Appeals win
Muse Apartments, LLC v. Travelers Casualty & Surety Company of America
Favorable Rulings
Fowler Homes, Inc. v. Developers Surety and Indemnity Company (U.S. District Court, District of Oregon 2013)
Favorable result
Polygon Northwest Company, LLC v. Aon Risk Insurance Services, West, Inc. (U.S. District Court, District of Oregon 2012)
Favorable result
Denali General Contractors, Inc. v. Liberty Mutual Group (U.S. District Court, District of Alaska 2012)
Ritchie v. Capitol Indemnity Corporation (U.S. District Court, Western District of Washington at Seattle 2012)
Favorable Result
Trident Seafoods Corp. v. Commonwealth Insurance Company (U.S. District Court, Western District of Washington at Seattle 2012)
Favorable result
Amy’s Kitchen, Inc. v. S&B James Construction, et al. (Oregon 2009-11)
Favorable result
Progressive Classic Insurance Company v. Pitts (U.S. District Court, Western District of Washington 2011)
Favorable result
American Capital Homes, Inc. v. Greenwich Insurance Company (U.S. District Court, Western District of Washington 2011)
Favorable result
Democon, LLC v. Liberty Mutual Property Insurance (King County Superior Court 2011)
Favorable result
Big EZ Car Wash , LLC v. Hartford Casualty Insurance Co. (Pierce County Superior Court 2010)
Favorable result
Bordeaux, Inc. v. American Safety Insurance Co., 145 Wn. App. 687, 186 P.3d 1188 (2008), review denied
Favorable result
Washington Counties Risk Pool v. Coregis Insurance (Washington 2006)
Favorable result
James W. Fowler v. ACE American Insurance Co. (U.S. District Court, Western District of Washington 2005)
Favorable result
Coakley & Williams Hotel Mgmt. Co. v. Westchester Fire Ins. Co. (Dist. of Columbia 2005)
Favorable result
KBJ Investments, LLC v. Colony Insurance Company (Thurston County Superior Court)
Favorable result
Education
2003
Seattle University School of Law (Research and Technical Editor, Seattle University Law Review)
Juris Doctor
1999
City University
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration
Speaking Engagements
2013
Auto Insurance and the Law Seminar
Types of Insurance Policies and Requirements by State Law
2012
Directors & Officers Liability Insurance Review
Program Chair, and Speaker during segment: "Preserving D&O Coverage for Claims and Potential Claims
2012
15th Annual Labor & Employment Law Seminar
Directors & Officers Liability and Employment Practices Liability Insurance 101
2011
Insurance in the Construction Industry
Allocation Issues When Multiple Insurers are Involved
2011
Insurance in the Construction Industry
General Liability Insurance: Hot Topics
2010
Insurance in the Construction Industry
General Liability Insurance: Hot Topics
2007
Mock Deposition - Insurance Executive
Depositions
2006
Insurance Ramifications of Mergers & Acquisitions
Insurance Continuing Education
2004
Comprehensive Pretrial Advocacy
How to Draft Complaints
Publications
2013
2012
2011
Lexology, in Cooperation with Association for Corporate Counsel, and JD Supra
Coverage for code upgrades is based on the building code in effect as of the time of loss even though the building code was repealed before repairs were undertaken
2011
Lexology, in cooperation with Association of Corporate Counsel, and JD Supra
Insurance company not entitled to a jury trial during a hearing to determine whether an insured's settlement with a claimant was reasonable and not the product of fraud or collusion
2011
Lexology, in cooperation with Association of Corporate Counsel
No coverage for legal malpractice claim that was tendered to insurer on a 'claims made and reported' policy where the claim was tendered after the policy expired
2006
Risk Management Magazine
Where Did My Coverage Go?
Languages
English
Swahili