Paul Milton Nordsletten

Paul Milton Nordsletten

5.0
Rating: 9.7

Licensed for 34 years

Employment and labor Lawyer at Kent, WA
Practice Areas: Employment & Labor, Litigation

325 S. Washington St., Suite 267, Kent, WA

About Paul

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Employment and Labor 50%

I provide employers with advice on how to accomplish their goals while successfully navigating the maze of labor and employment laws.

31 years

50%
Litigation 50%

I have a track record of achieving successful results for employers in state and federal court and before agencies like the EEOC, Department of Labor, the Human Rights Commissions, and Dept. of Labor & Industries.

35 years

50%

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Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 34 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 1991

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Oregon for 17 years

State: Oregon

Acquired: 2008

Resigned

No misconduct found

Location

Tahoma Law PLLC

325 S. Washington St., Suite 267, Kent, WA, 98032

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Paul Milton Nordsletten's Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | December 26, 2010 | Employment & Labor

Highly Recommended

Paul was extremely effective at pursuing and negotiating an employment claim for me regarding unpaid wages and equity. It is clear that he is well-versed in employment law - I was very impressed with his scope of knowledge. He explained everything to me in an easy-to-understand manner and kept me i...nformed along the way. I would highly recommend Paul for expert representation in employment matters.

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Heather Swann

Employment and labor lawyer | May 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Anita Redline

Employment and labor lawyer | Dec 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Paul because he holds a depth of knowledge and many years of experience, as well as being one of the nicest guys."

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Michelle Bomberger

Employment and labor lawyer | May 10

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Paul and I have worked together on a number of client matters. He brings deep experience in representing employers in lititgation matters and is a complement to our practice. Each time we have engaged Paul to assist a client, he has been extremely responsive and knowledgable about employers' options."

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Lauren Burgon

Employment and labor lawyer | Mar 01

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"When I am looking for solid advice on employment matters, Paul is one of my most trusted advisors. Paul is smart, knowledgable and experienced, plus he is wonderful to work with. I wholeheartedly endorse him."

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Anne Melley

Employment and labor lawyer | Mar 26

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer's work. Paul is smart, intuitive, diligent, and committed. I have always enjoyed working with Paul and admire the way he tackles issues with tenacity and develops great relationships with his clients. I would refer a potential client to Paul without hesitation."

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Joel Nichols

Employment and labor lawyer | Mar 21

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer's work."

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Carolyn Ladd

Employment and labor lawyer | Feb 13

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Paul is truly a subject matter expert in the area of employment law. I enthusiastically endorse him."

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John Greaney

Employment and labor lawyer | Feb 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Paul is a smart employment lawyer, who has helped many businesses with his measured and wise advice, and, when necessary, with his litigation skills. I never hesitate to call him for his counsel on employment issues. I endorse this lawyer's work."

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Douglas Roach

Employment and labor lawyer | Feb 03

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Paul Nordsletten is an excellent employment lawyer. Has been very helpful to some of my clients. Highly recommended."

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Experience

Rating:  9.7 (Superb)

Honors

2010

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2010

Top Employment Attorneys in Seattle, Seattle Metropolitan Magazine

Work Experience

2008 - 2009

Partner, Michael & Alexander PLLC

2000 - 2008

Partner, Davis Grimm Payne & Marra

1996 - 2000

Partner, Lane Powell

1991 - 1996

Associate, Bogle & Gates

Associations

2011 - Present

Comprehensive Mental Health

Board of Directors

2009 - Present

Tacoma Pierce County Bar Association

Member

2009 - Present

South King County Human Resources Association

Member

2009 - Present

Washington State Bar Association, Solo and Small Practice Section

Member

2009 - Present

King County Bar Association, Solo and Small Practice Section

Member

1991 - Present

King County Bar Association

Member

2010 - 2012

Washington State Bar Association Solo And Small Practice Section Executive Committee

Executive Committee Member

2006 - 2008

Compass Housing Alliance

Board of Directors

2001 - 2008

Washington Defense Trial Lawyers Association

Member

1998 - 2004

Fred Hutchinson Institutional Review Board

Board Member

Education

1991

Seattle University School of Law

Juris Doctor

1976

University of Washington

Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2013

Breakfast Seminar

What Employers Wished Their Lawyers Had Told Them Before They Got Sued

2013

Breakfast Seminar

What Employers Wished Their Lawyers Had Told Them Before They Got Sued

2010

EEOC Training Institute

Social Networking and Harassment

2010

Dealing with Independent Contractors

Independent Contractors

2010

Breakfast Seminar

Privacy Issues In the Workplace

2009

How to Avoid EEOC Claims and What to Do if You Cannot

Conducting Investigations and Responding to Discrimination Charges

2009

2008

EEOC Compliance in Washington

EEOC Compliance

2008

11th Annual Labor and Employment Seminar

Background Checks in the Google Era

2007

Employment Laws Made Simple

Conducting Internal Investigations

2007

Employee Discharge and Documentation

Avoiding Retaliation Cases and Effective Employee Documentation

2007

Employee Discharge and Documentation

Handling Realiation Claims and Appropriate Employee Documentation

2006

9th Annual Labor and Employment Conference

Privacy - or the Lack Thereof; Deflating the Myth

2006

3d Annual Gaming Law Summit

Labor Law Update

2005

FMLA Update

Avoiding Retaliation Cases for Employees on FMLA Leave

2005

FLSA and Washington Minimum Wage Act

Docking with Destroying Exempt Status

2005

Employment Law from A to Z

Discharge and Post-Discharge Issues

Publications

2009

Employment Discrimination Law Handling Discrimination Claims

2009

National Business Institute Seminar Employment Discrimination Law

Languages

English

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