About Leonard
Biography
As an attorney who also practiced as a registered nurse and chiropractic physician, it is my goal to understand client's injuries and make sure that each client receives the best care possible for the restoration of health.
My background as a doctor enhances my ability to accurately and persuasively describe client's injuries to insurance adjusters, arbitrators, judges, and juries.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
22 years | 1,500 cases
22 years | 100 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
33%-40%
Licenses
Licensed in Texas for 6 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 2019
No misconduct found
Licensed in Washington for 21 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 2004
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Leonard Semenea, P.S.
Fax
Mobile
2025 - 116th Avenue NE, Bellevue, WA, 98004
semenealaw.com/Leonard Semenea's Reviews
Avvo Review Score
17 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 1 of 1 review | Arbitration
Posted by Debra | April 04, 2013 | Arbitration
Compassionate, competent attorney
I was in an auto accident where the other party was clearly at fault. I was injured and suffered permanent disability. Their insurance was inadequate to cover all the expenses, and even though I had paid for underinsured motorist protection for years, my insurance company refused to offer a fair sett...
Leonard Semenea's Lawyer Endorsements
"Leonard is a hardworking, knowledgeable and experienced personal injury attorney who consistently achieves great results for his clients. Leonard’s medical background allows him to fluently speak the language of physicians and insurance professionals. He thoroughly understands his client’s conditions without the need of a primer in medicine. I highly endorse him without reservation."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I have known Leonard since he was in law school and he and I would have lunch to discuss my experiences in the practice of law as he was learning how to be an attorney. Leonard is highly intelligent, has a healthcare background and will do an excellent job for any client that is unable to contact me. :)"
"I endorse this lawyer. As a chiropractor and attorney, Leonard is extremely knowledgeable. He is a caring and aggressive advocate for his clients."
"I have worked with Leonard on several cases over the years. He is tenacious, diligent and genuinely cares about his clients. He also has a background in medicine and really knows the science behind auto injuries."
"I endorse Leonard. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Leonard for over 10 years. He is an outstanding person and lawyer. As a fellow member of the bar, I can tell you he is trustworthy and honest and, most importantly, a great person with a heart of gold."
Workers compensation lawyer
Health care lawyer
Personal injury lawyer
Experience
Honors
2015
MAR Award, King County Superior Court
2015
MAR Award, King County Superior Court
2014
MAR Award, King County Superior Court
2014
Jury Verdict, Snohomish County Superior Court
2014
MAR Award, King County Superior Court
2014
MAR Award, King County Superior Court
2013
UM Arbitration, UM Award
2013
UIM Arbitration, UIM Award
2013
MAR Award, King County Superior Court
2013
MAR Award, King County Superior Court
2013
MAR Award, King County Superior Court
2012
MAR Award, King County Superior Court
2011
Jury Verdict, King County Superior Court
2010
Jury Verdict, KC Superior Court
Work Experience
2004 - Present
Managing Partner, Law Offices of Leonard Semenea, P.S.
Associations
2004 - Present
Washington State Association for JusticeEagle Member
2004 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Over one million
$500,000.00
More than $150,000.00
Education
2004
JD - Juris Doctor (Cum Laude)
1991
Doctor of Chiropractic (Cum Laude)
1991
BS - Bachelor of Science in Human Biology
1987
RN - ADN
Speaking Engagements
2014
Personal Injury Law
2013
Personal Injury Law
Publications
2014
Languages
English
Romanian
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers