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also known as Patrick J. Kang
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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.
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Practice Areas
24 years
24 years
24 years
24 years
33%-45%
State: Washington
Acquired: 2000
No misconduct found
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Posted by Darlene | October 4, 2012
Patrick handled a disability discrimination law suit for me and he did the best job ever. He was always there to answer any questions I had. He even met me and took me to court so I did not have to drive so far. If I ever needed an attorney for any reason I would choose Patrick. He and his firm d...
Posted by Stephanie | December 21, 2011
I'll be the first to admit that hiring a lawyer is intimidating. Is this the right lawyer? Will he care enough about you to work on your case? Let me put your mind to ease and tell you Patrick is the right lawyer who will work hard, no matter what your case is. When my previous employer refused to pa...
Posted by brianhornseo | August 25, 2011
The service was great and the case worked out better than I expected. The attorney works wonders.
Posted by Esther | August 24, 2011
My great experience of being an client of Patrick has led me to write up this review about him. He is very dependable and personable when it comes to his clients. He is extremely knowledgeable in his work and is passionate to bring justice to his clients. I would recommend him without hesitation.
Posted by Jim | August 17, 2011
Patrick was very helpful and had a lot of good ideas and straegies for my case. He was very flexible when it came to the strategies and when things changed, he changed to meet the needs of my case.
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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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Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2020
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
US Leading Lawyer of the Year in Employment Law, ACQ Global Awards
2020
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers
2019
America’s Top 100 Attorneys, America’s Top 100 Attorneys
2019
Top 10 Attorney in Washington, The National Academy of Personal Injury Attorneys
2019
Lawyers of Distinction, Lawyers of Distinction
2019
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyer
2019
10 Best Attorneys, The American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys (AIOPIA)
2018
Super Lawyer, Washington State Super Lawyer
2018
One of the 10 Best High Verdict & Settlement Attorneys, American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys (AIOPIA)
2018
Top 10 Personal Injury Attorney, Attorney and Practice Magazine
2018
The Wage and Hour Trial Lawyers Association (WHTLA), Top 10 Wage and Hour Trial Attorney
2018
Lawyers of Distinction, Lawyers of Distinction
2017
Super Lawyer in WA, Super Lawyer
2017
Top 10 Attorney in WA, NAOPIA
2017
Top 100 Litigation Lawyer, American Society for Legal Advocates ASLA
2017
10 Best Personal Injury Attorney in WA, American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys
2017
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2016
People Love Us On Yelp, Yelp
2016
US Leading Regional Law Firm of the Year in Personal Injury Law, ACQ Global Awards
2016
US Leading Lawyer of the Year in Personal Injury 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 Employment Law, ACQ Global Awards
2016
US Client Care Law Firm of the Year, ACQ Global Awards
2013
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2012
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers
2012
Rising Star, Washington Super Lawyers
2009
Pro Bono Services Award, Washington State Bar Association
2009
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2009
Washington's Rising Star 2009, Washington Super Lawyers
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
Certificate of Appreciation, Federal 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
Pro Bono Services Award, Washington State Bar Association
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AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2004 - Present
Member, Premier Law Group PLLC
1900 - Present
Partner, Premier Law Group, PLLC
2002 - 2004
Associate, Aiken & Fine PS
2000 - 2002
Associate, Larson Hart & Shepherd PLLC
2000 - Present
Washington State Bar AssociationMember
2000 - Present
Washington State Association for JusticeMember
2000 - Present
King County Bar AssociationMember
2000 - Present
United States District Court Western District Of WashingtonMember
2000 - Present
U.S. District Court Eastern District of Washington
2000 - Present
Ninth Circuit Court of AppealsMember
Settlement
2000
JD - Juris Doctor
1996
BA - Bachelor of Arts
1996
BA
2007
Advice for Seattle University Law School Undergraduates
2011
English
Korean
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