Todd represents individuals and companies involved in litigation. He has extensive experience guiding clients in banking, environmental, breach of contract, real estate, and other commercial and business disputes. Todd also represents and advises both employers and employees in employment law and litigation. He previously served as a law clerk for Circuit Judge Richard C. Tallman of the United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit, and as a full-time extern for Judge Thomas Zilly of the United States District Court for the Western District of Washington.
BANKING LITIGATION
Todd has represented local and national banks in Washington’s state and federal courts for a number of years in cases of loan fraud, Fair Credit Reporting Act claims, embezzlement, check conversion, negligence, Consumer Protection Act claims, and other banking disputes.
EMPLOYMENT LITIGATION
Todd is a skilled employment lawyer, both for employees and employers. He has litigated and advised clients concerning wage and hour disputes, racial discrimination, sexual discrimination, disability discrimination, pregnancy discrimination, breach of contract, non-compete claims, investigations by governmental agencies, hiring and firing, and drafting employment handbooks. Todd has also conducted a number of workplace investigations into claims of discrimination based upon race, sex, and disability.
ENVIRONMENTAL LITIGATION
Todd has represented numerous individuals and entities embroiled in litigation concerning environmental and hazardous waste claims brought under the Washington Model Toxics Control Act, as well as related common law claims such as nuisance and trespass. In addition, Todd has represented numerous parties seeking to invoke coverage under historic insurance policies in an effort to fund remedial activities.
OTHER BUSINESS AND COMMERCIAL LITIGATION
In addition to the topics described above, Todd has significant experience representing businesses and entities in a variety of business and commercial disputes. He has litigated and resolved cases involving:
land-use and real estate disputes;
commercial eviction and breaches of lease;
condominium defects and construction defects;
promissory note disputes;
breaches of contract;
product defect litigation;
negligence and personal injury claims;
collections;
Consumer Protection Act claims;
corporate ownership and partnership disputes; and
other business and commercial claims.
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS
Washington State Bar Association
King County Bar Association
Admitted, U.S. District Court, Eastern and Western Washington Districts, U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit
EDUCATION
Todd graduated summa cum laude from Seattle University School of Law in 2001, where he was the Executive Editor of the Seattle University Law Review and on the Executive Committee of the Moot Court Board. Todd is a 1998 graduate of Whitman College, where he earned a degree in Biology and his secondary teaching certification. Todd was also the captain of the Men’s Varsity Basketball Team while at Whitman.
PROFESSIONAL AND COMMUNITY AFFILIATIONS
Participant, Ninth Circuit Pro Bono Program
Western District of Washington Federal Civil Rights Clinic Volunteer
Issaquah Highlands Homeowner’s Association Volunteer
Issaquah Highlands Soccer Club Volunteer
Redmond Rotary
PERSONAL
Todd was raised in what is now Sammamish, and has lived in Issaquah since 2002. When away from work, he enjoys spending time with his wife and three children as well as riding his mountain bike on the many trails near his home. Todd also, sometimes, enjoys his continued efforts to improve his inexplicably inept golf game.
Practice areas
19 years
19 years
Languages spoken
English
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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WA | Active | 2001 | 02/24/2021 |
Legal answers | 49 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
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Rising Star | Washington Law and Politics | 2014 |
Rising Star | Washington Law & Politics Magazine | 2008 |
Rising Star | Washington Law & Politics Magazine | 2007 |
Rising Star | Washington Law & Politics Magazine | 2006 |
Rising Star | Washington Law & Politics Magazine | 2005 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Member | Carson & Noel, PLLC | 2011 - Present |
Member | Salter Joyce Ziker | 2008 - 2011 |
Associate | Salter Joyce Ziker | 2004 - 2007 |
Circuit Judge Richard C. Tallman, U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit | 2002 - 2003 | |
Associate | Davis Wright Tremaine | 2001 - 2004 |
Judge Thomas Zilly, U.S. Court for the Western District of Washington | 2000 - 2000 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Redmond Rotary | Community Service Chair | 2013 - Present |
City of Issaquah Economic Vitality Commission | Member | 2012 - Present |
Redmond Rotary | Member | 2011 - Present |
Federal Bar Association | Volunteer Attorney for the Civil Rights Clinic | 2005 - Present |
United States Court of Appeals For the Ninth Circuit | Pro Bono Panel - Member | 2003 - Present |
King County Bar Association | Member | 2001 - Present |
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Washington State Bar Association | Member | 2001 - Present |
Federal Bar Association | Member | 2001 - Present |
Redmond Rotary | President | 2015 - 2016 |
King County Bar Association | Judicial Screening Committee - Member | 2007 - 2009 |
Washington State Bar Foundation | Loan Repayment Assistance Program - Advisory Board Member | 2004 - 2007 |
Washington State Bar Association | King County Trustee for the Washington Young Lawyer's Division | 2004 - 2007 |
U.S. District Court for the Western District of Washington | Volunteer attorney on Pro Bono Panel | 2001 - 2009 |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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Carson & Noel Blog | Why Your Company Needs an Employee Handbook | 2013 |
Carson & Noel Blog | Do's and Do Not's When Terminating the High-Risk Employee | 2012 |
University of Puget Sound Law Review | Double Jeopardy and Punishment | 2000 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Seattle University School of Law, summa cum laude | JD - Juris Doctor | 2001 |
Whitman College | BS - Bachelor of Science | 1998 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Sarbanes-Oxley: Litigation Landmines | Compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley in litigation | 2004 |
Case name | Outcome |
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Bennett v. Downie | Summary judgment for plaintiff; case resolved. |
Yousefi v. Delta Electric Motors | Full defense verdict after two-week jury trial. |
Johnson v. Cloud | Summary judgment for homeowners. |
Darnell v. Video Only | Jury verdict for the executive. |
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Emily Gant, Litigation Attorney on Dec 7, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Todd is a smart, seasoned attorney. I would highly recommend his services for those involved in litigation.
Shashi Vijay, Litigation Attorney on Jul 23, 2012
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Todd is a terrific advocate, I would recommend him to anyone in need of a great trial lawyer.
Andrew Schillinger, Litigation Attorney on Jun 25, 2012
Relationship: Friend
I endorse this lawyer.
Gulliver Swenson, Litigation Attorney on Jun 19, 2012
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
Todd aggressively represented his client's best interests, but at all times was fair and collegial. I would recommend Todd to anyone seeking help with litigation.
Andrew Yates, Litigation Attorney on Jun 15, 2012
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer