Patrick J. Kang is a trial attorney whose practice focuses on representing individuals and small businesses in civil matters. Most of his cases involve representing plaintiffs (those initiating the lawsuit) who are seeking justice and compensation for the wrongful conduct of others.
Mr. Kang has represented numerous clients concerning collection of wages owed by employers, violations of discrimination laws by employers, breach of contract by individuals and businesses, bodily injury caused by others, police misconduct, landlord-tenant issues, and consumer deception practices by businesses. Mr. Kang was admitted to practice in Washington in 2000. He earned his law degree from Willamette University in Salem, Oregon, and attended Whitworth College in Spokane, Washington, where he obtained his undergraduate degree. He earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics, graduating cum laude.
Mr. Kang is a member of the Washington State Trial Lawyers Association and the King County Bar Association. He is admitted to practice in the United States District Courts of Western and Eastern Districts of Washington and the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals. Before attending law school, Mr. Kang was an avid soccer player, playing both at the collegiate and semi-professional level.
Practice areas
Auto accidents; wrongful death; brain injury; spinal injury;
21 years
Wrongful discharge; FMLA violations; discrimination; retaliation; nonpayment of wages;
21 years
Wrongful discharge; FMLA violations; discrimination; retaliation; nonpayment of wages;
21 years
Auto accidents; wrongful death; brain injury; spinal injury;defective products
21 years
Wrongful discharge; FMLA violations; discrimination; retaliation; nonpayment of wages;
21 years
Languages spoken
English, Korean
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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WA | Active | 2000 | 06/28/2022 |
Legal answers | 6 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Super Lawyer | Super Lawyers | 2020 |
AV rating (the highest possible rating) | Martindale-Hubbell | 2020 |
America's Top 100 Personal Injury Attorneys | America's Top 100 LLC | 2020 |
Best of the Best Attorney's | Top 10 Personal Injury Law Attorney for Washington | 2020 |
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers | The National Trial Lawyers | 2020 |
US Leading Lawyer of the Year in Employment Law | ACQ Global Awards | 2020 |
10 Best Attorneys | The American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys (AIOPIA) | 2019 |
Super Lawyer | Super Lawyer | 2019 |
Lawyers of Distinction | Lawyers of Distinction | 2019 |
Top 10 Attorney in Washington | The National Academy of Personal Injury Attorneys | 2019 |
America’s Top 100 Attorneys | America’s Top 100 Attorneys | 2019 |
Lawyers of Distinction | Lawyers of Distinction | 2018 |
The Wage and Hour Trial Lawyers Association (WHTLA) | Top 10 Wage and Hour Trial Attorney | 2018 |
Top 10 Personal Injury Attorney | Attorney and Practice Magazine | 2018 |
One of the 10 Best High Verdict & Settlement Attorneys | American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys (AIOPIA) | 2018 |
Super Lawyer | Washington State Super Lawyer | 2018 |
10 Best Personal Injury Attorney in WA | American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys | 2017 |
Top 100 Litigation Lawyer | American Society for Legal Advocates ASLA | 2017 |
Top 10 Attorney in WA | NAOPIA | 2017 |
Super Lawyer in WA | Super Lawyer | 2017 |
US Client Care Law Firm of the Year | ACQ Global Awards | 2016 |
US Leading Lawyer of the Year in Employment Law | ACQ Global Awards | 2016 |
US Regional Law Firm of the Year in Employment Law | ACQ Global Awards | 2016 |
US Leading Lawyer of the Year in Personal Injury Law | ACQ Global Awards | 2016 |
US Leading Regional Law Firm of the Year in Personal Injury Law | ACQ Global Awards | 2016 |
People Love Us On Yelp | Yelp | 2016 |
Rising Star | Washington Super Lawyers | 2012 |
Top 100 Trial Lawyers | The National Trial Lawyers | 2012 |
Washington's Rising Star 2009 | Washington Super Lawyers | 2009 |
Pro Bono Services Award | Washington State Bar Association | 2009 |
Certificate of Appreciation | Federal Bar Association | 2008 |
Pro Bono Services Award | Washington State Bar Association | 2008 |
Certificate of Appreciation | Federal Bar Association | 2007 |
Pro Bono Services Award | Washington State Bar Association | 2007 |
Pro Bono Services Award | Washington State Bar Association | 2006 |
Pro Bono Services Award | Washington State Bar Association | 2005 |
Pro Bono Services Award | Washington State Bar Association | 2004 |
Pro Bono Services Award | Washington State Bar Association | 2003 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Member | Premier Law Group PLLC | 2004 - Present |
Associate | Aiken & Fine PS | 2002 - 2004 |
Associate | Larson Hart & Shepherd PLLC | 2000 - 2002 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Washington State Bar Association | Member | 2000 - Present |
Washington State Association for Justice | Member | 2000 - Present |
King County Bar Association | Member | 2000 - Present |
United States District Court Western District Of Washington | Member | 2000 - Present |
U.S. District Court Eastern District of Washington | 2000 - Present |
Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals | Member | 2000 - Present |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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Word Association | I Didn't Get Paid: An Employee's Guide To Washington Wage Claims | 2011 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Willamette University College of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 2000 |
Whitworth College | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 1996 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Seattle University Undergraduate Conference | Advice for Seattle University Law School Undergraduates | 2007 |
Case name | Outcome |
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Jane Doe v. XYZ Corp. | Settlement |
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Vaughan De Kirby, Employment and labor Attorney on Mar 19, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I have been practicing law for over 33 years, and I recognize Patrick as an excellent attorney. You can’t go wrong with the specialized care that he brings to each client’s case. His focus is legal issues related to labor. Working is a part of life which is a integral to a person’s wellbeing— if you have been wronged in the workplace, it is not a problem you want to ignore. Patrick’s passion for defending clients is on your side and he will work towards your case’s success.
Stephen Hamilton, Personal injury Attorney on Mar 15, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Patrick's reputation and work ethic are well known in the legal community. If I ever have a client in need of help in Patrick's area of practice, I will never hesitate to send them to Patrick.
Michael Waddington, Personal injury Attorney on Jun 11, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse Patrick. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community.
Eric Rosen, Car accident Attorney on Jan 24, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Charles Donahue, Unknown Attorney on Feb 21, 2013
Relationship: Other
I had the pleasure of getting to know and work with Patrick at the Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers College. He is a delightful person and a top- notch, creative and determined trial lawyer. I would hire him in a second to help me or a family member.
Jesse Scharff, Personal injury Attorney on Oct 14, 2012
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Patrick is one of the most talented attorneys Ive had the privilege of working with. His knack for caring about his clients is only matched by his skill and tenacity in the courtroom. He'd be the first attorney I'd call for any kind of Civil Law issue. I whole-heartedly endorse this lawyer.
Jason Anderson, Personal injury Attorney on Aug 12, 2011
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Patrick Kang represented a co-plaintiff in a personal injury action. While it was a relatively small case with limited damages, Mr. Kang handled the case aggressively and treated the case with the same attention he would give a large case. He took a case many lawyers would hesitate to trial and obtained a good verdict.
Riley Lovejoy, Personal injury Attorney on Aug 10, 2011
Relationship: Co-worker
Patrick is the hardest-working attorney I have ever met. He demands the very best out of himself and his colleagues and approaches every case as if it were going to trial. His clients are fortunate to have an aggressive, seasoned attorney who is willing to give his full attention to their case and explore every potential means of maximizing their recovery and making them whole.
Timothy Miley, Personal injury Attorney on Nov 19, 2010
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Patrick on several matters and found him to be very dedicated to achieving the best possible results for his clients. He goes the extra mile on any case he works and his clients are better off for it.
Benjamin Glass, Discrimination Attorney on Sep 7, 2010
Relationship: Friend
I've worked with Patrick and his law firm for any number of years and have gotten to know him well. He is very smart, hard-working and diligent and if I have a question about discrimination law I give them a call. He's definitely someone that you would want to speak to prior to hiring any attorney and you'll find that he's a great person to talk to them will give you a lot of useful information right up front.
Nicholas Juhl, Employment and labor Attorney on Mar 1, 2010
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer's work. He is intelligent, personable, and reliable.
Heather Lottmann, Personal injury Attorney on Jan 20, 2010
Relationship: Other
Patrick is an intelligent attorney. He and his partner have built a successful firm and that is no surprise considering his passion for representing injury victims.
Ross Jurewitz, Personal injury Attorney on Jan 19, 2010
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Patrick, like his partner, Jason Epstein, is a nationally recognized attorney and an idea leader amongst lawyers. He is passionate and highly engaging with his clients. He cares about helping others.
James Roswold, Personal injury Attorney on Jan 19, 2010
Relationship: Other
In my personal experience, I have found Patrick Kang to be a sharp personal injury lawyer with very high integrity. He is dedicated to extreme client focus, which really makes all the difference to his clients. I have no doubt that Mr. Kang is using every legal tool and resource at his disposal for the benefit of his clients and that these clients are very, very well served. I recommend Mr. Kang unquestionably and wholeheartedly.
Autumn Countryman, Employment and labor Attorney on Dec 21, 2009
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Patrick is creative and thoughtful in the way he approaches legal issues. We are lucky to have him as a member of our legal community.
Gregory Colburn, Employment and labor Attorney on Dec 21, 2009
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Patrick Kang is a fierce advocate for his clients. He is well grounded in both law and trial skills. I highly recommend him for anyone seeking a smart, talented, and compassionate counselor.
Jason Epstein, Personal injury Attorney on Dec 21, 2009
Relationship: Co-worker
Patrick is a top notch attorney and a great guy. Anybody who has been injured or wrongfully terminated would be lucky to have Patrick as their attorney.
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