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Bryan G. Smith is a distinguished trial attorney and partner at Tamaki Law, with deep roots in Yakima, Washington. He holds a psychology degree from Western Washington University and a law degree from Seattle University, returning to his hometown to advocate for children and families in civil litigation. Bryan is noted for his expertise in cases involving sexual abuse, medical malpractice, serious injury, wrongful death, and auto accidents, regularly securing multi-million dollar recoveries for his clients. His notable case victories include co-leading a $167 million clergy sexual abuse settlement, securing Central Washington’s largest medical malpractice settlement ($12 million), and achieving substantial judgments in cases involving government negligence and auto accidents. A graduate of the Straus Institute for Dispute Resolution, Bryan also mediates complex litigation and frequently speaks at legal seminars. He is actively involved with the Legal Foundation of Washington, supports numerous community causes, and hosts the DreamPath Podcast, which highlights creative journeys in the arts.
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Practice Areas
33%-40%
State: New Mexico
Acquired: 2021
No misconduct found
State: Idaho
Acquired: 2015
No misconduct found
State: Oregon
Acquired: 2014
No misconduct found
State: Washington
Acquired: 1999
No misconduct found
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1340 N 16th Ave Suite C, Yakima, WA, 98902
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Posted by Michael | February 27, 2015 | Personal Injury
Harley
July 13th 2013 I was run over riding my Harley motorcycle. I went online to Tamaki Law the night I came home from the hospital to request a consultation and Bryan came out to my house to see me the next morning. My injury was severe. A trauma fracture of my left leg, requiring a metal rod screwed in...
"Bryan brings incredible skill to every case he is involved in. Beyond being a fantastic trial lawyer, Bryan truly cares about the people he represents. He is one of the few who truly know how to sacrifice, fight, and win! I proudly endorse this lawyer."
"I have know Bryan for 15 years and have had the pleasure to work with him on occasion. He fights hard for those injured by the wrongs of others. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Hard-working, extremely knowledgeable, dedicated, and devoted to helping his clients. He will fight hard for you."
"I endorse this lawyer. Bryan is an outstanding lawyer with a vast amount of experience, knowledge, integrity, and a passion for helping his clients. He is meticulous and goes the extra mile to maximize his clients' recovery. He is also a respected lawyer in the legal community and rightly so."
"I highly endorse this lawyer. Bryan is an advocate of the highest integrity and competence. Through his knowledge and skills, he has earned the respect of his peers in the legal community and the gratitude of his clients. I am honored to be his colleague."
"I have know Bryan for many years and he has an outstanding reputation among other attorneys and within the community. He is a tremendous lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Bryan Smith is wise, compassionate, understanding, and above all, one of the smartest lawyers I've had the privilege of working with in over 25 years of practice. He has secured multi-million dollar settlements for his clients and always approaches his work with his client's best interests at heart."
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2006 - Present
Arbitrator for Yakima County Mandatory Arbitration Program, Yakima County Superior Court
1999 - Present
Attorney, Tamaki Law Offices
2012 - Present
Legal Foundation of WashingtonLaw Fund Board Member
2000 - Present
American Association for JusticeMember
2000 - Present
United States District Court for the Eastern District of WashingtonAdmitted to Practice
2000 - Present
Yakama Nation Tribal CourtAdmitted to Practice
1999 - Present
Washington State Association for JusticeEagle Member
1999 - Present
Washington State Bar AssociationMember
1999 - Present
Yakima County Bar AssociationMember
2006 - 2011
Washington State Association for JusticeCLE Committee
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Jury verdict in favor of the plaintiff
$2.0 Million
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$180,000 settlement
$810,000
$3.5 Million
Confidential settlement
2.5 million
2006
Regional Seminar in Leavenworth
1999
1995
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2009
Taking the Mystery out of Handling Tribal Torts
2005
Handling Death Cases - Chairperson
2004
To Negotiate Or Not To Negotiate
2003
Tribal Court Jurisdiction
2001
Tribal Jurisdiction over Torts in Washington
2001
Class Discussion and Legal Debate Lince Elementary
2000
Class Discussion and Legal Debate - Eisenhower High School
2015
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