Amie C. Peters is dedicated to helping workers understand and litigate workplace injury cases. Currently, she helps workers with Longshore & Harbor Workers' Compensation Act, Defense Base Act and Jones Act/maritime workers' cases. Amie also handles cruise ship, car crash and other personal injuries casese caused by someone's negligence.
Amie is an active member of the Washington State Bar. She is licensed to handle cases before all courts in Washington State, the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Washington, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 9th Circuit and the Supreme Court of the United States.
Amie is very active in the legal community and works with a variety of organizations on access to justice issues. From 2017 to 2018, She served as the Worker's Injury and Advocacy Law Group (WILG)'s national president, where she worked to improve access to justice for injured workers throughout the U.S. She currently chairs WILG's Federal Legislative Committee and advocates for workers in Washington D.C. She also sits on the Washington State Association for Justice (WSAJ)'s Board of Governors and is the 2020-2021 president of the Lawyers Association Trust. She was a founding board member and past-president of the DOL-Joint Bar Association, an organization aimed at improving legal procedings before the U.S. Department of Labor.
Amie looks forward to working with you.
Practice areas
Representing injured workers in Longshore & Harbor Workers' Compensation Claims and Defense Base Act Claims
Assisting workers who are impacted by maritime injuries under the Longshore & Harbor Workers' Compensation Act, Jones Act, and other maritime laws.
Handling appeals at the Benefits Review Board and the Ninth Circuit.
Helping individuals who have been injured as a result of negligence on cruise ships and motor vehicle crashes.
Languages spoken
English
| State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| WA | Active | 2006 | 06/18/2021 |
| Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
|---|---|---|
| Rising Star list | Super Lawyers | 2017 |
| Top 40 Trial Lawyers | The National Trial Lawyer | 2016 |
| Rising Star | Super Lawyers | 2016 |
| Longshore Excellence in Practice Award | Workers' Injury Law & Advocacy Group | 2015 |
| Rising Star | Super Lawyers | 2015 |
| Rising Star list | Super Lawyers | 2014 |
|---|---|---|
| Rising Star list | Super Lawyers | 2013 |
| Ready to Soar - New Member of the Year | Washington State Association for Justice | 2011 |
| Rising Star | Workers' Injury Law & Advocacy Group | 2011 |
| Rising Star list | Super Lawyers Magazine | 2011 |
| President's Award | Workers' Injury Law & Advocacy Group | 2010 |
| Title | Company name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Attorney & Owner | Blue Water Legal PLLC | 2011 - Present |
| Associate Attorney | Law Office of William D. Hochberg | 2006 - 2011 |
| Rule 9 Intern | UW Children & Youth Advocacy Clinic | 2004 - 2005 |
| Student Mediator | UW Mediation Clinic | 2003 - 2004 |
| Legal Intern | Law Office of William D. Hochberg | 2003 - 2006 |
| Association name | Position name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Workers Injury Law and Advocacy Group | President-Elect | 2016 - Present |
| Washington State Association for Justice | Board Member | 2014 - Present |
| King County Bar Association | Member | 2013 - Present |
| Snohomish County Bar Association | Member | 2008 - Present |
| Workers Injury Law and Advocacy Group | Member | 2007 - Present |
| American Association for Justice | Member | 2006 - Present |
|---|---|---|
| Washington State Bar Association | Member | 2006 - Present |
| Washington State Association for Justice | Member | 2006 - Present |
| Washington State Association for Justice - Workers' Compensation Section | Member | 2006 - Present |
| Workers' Injury Law & Advocacy Group | President | 2017 - 2018 |
| Workers' Injury Law & Advocacy Group | President | 2017 - 2018 |
| Workers Injury Law and Advocacy Group | Treasurer | 2015 - 2016 |
| DOL-Joint Bar Association | President | 2013 - 2014 |
| DOL-Joint Bar Association | Board Member | 2011 - 2016 |
| Washington State Association for Justice | Co-Chair - Women of WSAJ | 2011 - 2015 |
| Washington State Association for Justice | Chair, New Member Committee | 2010 - 2011 |
| Workers Injury Law and Advocacy group | Co-Chair - Longshore Committee | 2009 - 2017 |
| Washington State Association for Justice, New Member Committee | Member | 2008 - 2011 |
| Professionals in Workers' Compensation | Member | 2006 - 2012 |
| Publication name | Title | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Loyola Maritime Law Journal | Legal Principles of Earning Capacity in a Poor Economy | 2014 |
| Trial News | Occupational Exposure under the Longshore Act | 2013 |
| Trial News | Taking back your practice - You're not alone | 2011 |
| Trial News | A "Harry" Situation: The Washington Supreme Court Addresses Occupational Hearing Loss | 2009 |
| Trial News | Inbred Interpretation Overruled | 2006 |
| School name | Degree | Graduated |
|---|---|---|
| University of Washington School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 2005 |
| Eastern Washington University | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 2002 |
| Conference name | Title | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Women of WSAJ Retreat | Collaborative Communication | 2016 |
| Annual Legal Team CLE | Medical Summaries: Focusing on Issues for Trial | 2016 |
| WILG Annual Convention | Ethic in Longshore | 2016 |
| Ethics in Seattle | The Ethics of Hanging Your Own Shingle | 2015 |
| AAJ Annual Convention | Longshore Act & the Use of the American Medical Association Guidelines | 2015 |
| Washington State Association for Justice, Workers' Compensation Section | Medicare’s Interests in Workers Compensation | 2014 |
|---|---|---|
| Annual Longshore Conference | In This Economy, Can An Injured Worker Really Find A Job? | 2013 |
| Advanced Issues in Workers Compensation | Medicare Set Asides in Workers Compensation | 2012 |
| WILG 2012 Annual Convention | Tech/Internet Resources for the LHWCA Practitioner | 2012 |
| 2011: A Workers' Comp Odyssey | Workers' Compensation & Medicare Secondary Payer Laws | 2011 |
| Annual Longshore Conference | Ethical Implications of Section 48(a) | 2010 |
| New Member Committee Brown Bag | What Every PI Attorney Should Know About Workers Comp | 2009 |
| Longshore Nuts and Bolts Training Session | Proving, Valuing & Adjudicating Your LHWCA Claim | 2009 |
| Loyola University Annual Longshore Conference | How to Handle Psychiatric and Psychological Claims | 2008 |
| WILG's 13th Annual Conference | Post Traumatic Stress Disorder | 2008 |
| Case name | Outcome |
|---|---|
| Jones Stevedoring v. Paglia | 9th Circuit Affirmed the BRB Award of Benefits |
| R.L. v. Duwamish Shipyards | Award of Benefits for Hearing Loss under the LHWCA |
| Mendoza v. Marco Shipyards | BRB Affirmed An OALJ Award for Total Disability |
Posted by James
Sun Aug 18 2013
Elizabeth Hanley, Workers compensation Attorney on Jun 26, 2013
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Amie is a tireless advocate for her clients who gets them great results. I cannot more highly recommend Amie for, among other things, her skill, tenacity, compassion for clients, and ability to analyze and communicate very complicated legal concepts. I would not hesitate to recommend any person looking for a lawyer contact Amie.
Kristine Grelish, Workers compensation Attorney on Apr 17, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Amie tirelessly works for her clients. She will not quit until justice is achieved.
Catherine Fleming, Admiralty and maritime Attorney on Aug 6, 2018
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Amie is a force of a nature. She has an amazing ability to channel her power for good. Her achievements in the area of maritime and workers comp are impressive. Call Amie and you'll have a champion on your side.
Amanda Peters, Workers compensation Attorney on Oct 15, 2015
Relationship: Worked for lawyer
Amie and I have worked together for almost 7 years. Although we are sisters as well, Amie is first and foremost a great attorney. She is well-known in our niche practice of Longshore WC and DBA claims. If you are looking for a true advocate in this arena, she is the one you've been searching for.
Anita Redline, Admiralty and maritime Attorney on Dec 4, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Amie assertively advocates for her clients. I know how tirelessly she works, as well has her fine staff. She's highly organized, generously gives of her time, and is well-known as a fine Maritime attorney. I like Amie as a person, as well, because she is so personable and compassionate. I endorse her as a fine attorney.
Jody Reich, Litigation Attorney on Jul 19, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Amie is a true advocate. Amie utilizes her honed legal skills and experience to protect her clients' interests. She is compassionate, dedicated, and digs in to get things done. I would recommend her to anyone.
Elizabeth Hanley, Workers compensation Attorney on Jun 26, 2013
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Amie is a tireless advocate for her clients who gets them great results. I cannot more highly recommend Amie for, among other things, her skill, tenacity, compassion for clients, and ability to analyze and communicate very complicated legal concepts. I would not hesitate to recommend any person looking for a lawyer contact Amie.
Roxanne Eberle, Admiralty and maritime Attorney on Jul 22, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Amie Peters' practice focuses on a unique area of the law - Longshoreman's Workers Compensation. If you or a friend are injured on the job while serving on a boat or in a port, you don't want any old workers compensation lawyer - you need Amie Peters, who can get you the benefits you deserve. She is a smart and talented lawyer.
Kristine Grelish, Workers compensation Attorney on Apr 17, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Amie tirelessly works for her clients. She will not quit until justice is achieved.
Angela Macey-Cushman, Workers compensation Attorney on Aug 16, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Amie Peters works extremely hard for her clients. She is a great referral for clients with longshore and worker's compensation claims. I highly recommend her.
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