Patrick A. Trudell

Patrick A. Trudell

4.3
Rating: 9.4

Licensed for 45 years

Car accident Lawyer at Kirkland, WA
Practice Areas: Car Accidents, Brain Injury, Personal Injury ... +2 more

3724 Lake Washington Blvd. N.E., Kirkland, WA

About Patrick

Biography

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Contingency

33%-40%


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Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 45 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 1980

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Alaska for 44 years

State: Alaska

Acquired: 1981

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

Patrick A. Trudell, P.S.

3724 Lake Washington Blvd. N.E., Kirkland, WA, 98033

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Patrick A. Trudell's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.3 /5.0

15 Client Reviews

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Posted by susan | April 26, 2010 | Litigation

Pat Trudell has no downside

Pat won my case with an award that was double what I would have settled for out of court. He is amazing in the courtroom. The jury listens to Pat, he doesn't waste their time. Pat is professional, smart and personable. You will enjoy watching Pat win your case.

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Patrick A. Trudell's Lawyer Endorsements

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Damian Mendez

Personal injury lawyer | Jul 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Pat is a very successful attorney with decades of experience. He has obtained amazing resolutions and verdicts for his clients. Pat's deep knowledge of the law and immeasurable trial experience make him a very effective litigator. Pat is a lawyer that really cares about his clients I highly recommend him."

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Max Meyers

Unknown lawyer | Apr 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Pat is a great trial attorney who cares for his clients. He is a great choice."

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Michael Waddington

Personal injury lawyer | Jun 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Patrick. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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James Parsons

Personal injury lawyer | Sep 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Mark Olson

Personal injury lawyer | Apr 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I heartily endorse Pat Trudell. Pat is known for his integrity, work ethic and his intelligence. He is a true gentleman in this profession. You won't find a better advocate to handle your needs."

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Michael Sanders

Personal injury lawyer | Aug 01

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Pat is an excellent legal mind, and does a fantastic job advocating for his clients. I would refer with confidence."

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Rodney Pierce

Personal injury lawyer | Sep 22

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse Pat Trudell's work. Pat is a professional who not only possesses expertise in personal injury but he also posseses a trait found in so few. He is a compassionate attorney who truly cares about his clients and the rights of injured persons. He approaches each case with passion, skill, and dedication. His success is due, in my opinion, to the fact that he treats every client as an individual and not merely as a case or file number. Most importantly, he will provide an honest assessment of a case and works hard to ensure that his clients get the very best representation. I have had the opportunity to be opposing counsel against him and to work together with him on cases. I have the highest amount of respect for him as an attorney and as a person."

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Wolfgang Anderson

Personal injury lawyer | Aug 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Pat is the consummate lawyer. I have referred many of my clients to Pat to resolve issues in the area of personal injury. Pat always does an outstanding job. I have no hesitancy in recommending Pat to anyone needing help in this very critical area."

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Theresa Schrempp

Wrongful death lawyer | Apr 30

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Pat is a compassionate, thorough and skilled attorney who well deserves the high rating he has received on Avvo. I have had the opportunity to review his work on several occasions when the personal representative of an estate I was handling retained Pat to bring a wrongful death case on behalf of the estate. Pat is simply the best."

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Gordon Webb

Car accident lawyer | Jun 17

Relationship: Worked together on matter

""Pat Trudell is a hard working advocate for his clients. His efforts are unmatched, and he is extremely creative in obtaining superior results for his clients. Pat is well respected by his peers and the courts; he has achieved great success in courts all across the State of Washington. He is a superb attorney.""

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Theodore Vosk

Personal injury lawyer | Jun 09

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I've known Pat for more than 5 years and have worked with him on cases in the past. He fights for the interests of those he represents with great skill and has a track record of getting results. If I needed help, I would not hesitate to go to him. "

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Experience

Rating:  9.4 (Superb)

Honors

2016

Super Lawyer 2016, Super Lawyers

2011

Seattle's Best Lawyers, Seattle Metropolitian Magazine

2010

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2007

Certificate of Recognition for Pro Se Client Representation,

2005

Twenty Five Year Law Service Recognition,

2004

Pro Bono Public Service Commendation,

Work Experience

1985 - Present

Partner, Kornfeld Trudell Bowen & Lingenbrink, PLLC

1982 - 1985

Attorney, Livengood, Silvernale, Carter, Tjossem

1980 - 1982

Law Clerk, United States Federal District Court, Alaska

1979 - 1980

Editor-in-Chief, Gonzaga Law Review

Associations

2002 - Present

Rotary Club of Kirkland

Charter President

1999 - Present

Washington State Association for Justice

Eagle Member

1997 - Present

Gonzaga Law School Board of Advisors

Member

1988 - Present

King County Superior Court

Pro Bono Divorce Mediation Panel Member

1980 - Present

Washington State Bar Association

Member

Alaska Bar Association

Member

American Bar Association

Member

2008 - 2014

Kirkland Arts Center

Board Member

1991 - 2003

Kirkland American Little League

Board Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Two Separate Rear-end Collisions Worked Up as One Case

$700,000

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Education

2012

Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers College

Undergraduate

1980

Gonzaga University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor (cum laude)

1974

University of Washington

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2011

Rotary Club

Beyond the Reptilian Brain

2010

Rotary Club

How We Make Decisions

2009

PI Basics & More: A Seminar for Paralegals & Young Lawyers

Personal Injury Case Basics

2008

Personal Injury Cases: Calculating and Proving Damages

Representing a Personal Injury Plaintiff: Pretrial and Trial Considerations

2008

Litigating the Uninsured & Underinsured Motorist Claim

Ethical Traps to Avoid and Trial: Beyond the Basics

2008

Handling Your Next Motor Vehicle Accident Case

Representing the Personal Injury Plaintiff: Pretrial and Trial Considerations

2008

Automobile Cases from Start to Finish: A Paralegal Perspective

Automobile Cases

2007

Auto Cases: A Crash Course

Don't Let it Get Away: Preserving the Evidence

2001

Motor Vehicle Accident Cases

Moving the Case Toward Resolution

N/A

Washington Personal Injury Practice for Paralegals

Understanding Washington Personal Injury Law

N/A

Negotiating, Mediating, Settling & Trying Personal Injury Cases

Negotiating, Mediating, Settling & Trying Personal Injury Cases

Publications

2010

1982

UCLA Alaska Law Review Federal Practice in Alaska: Local Rules and Related Matters

1980

Gonzaga Law Review Deadman's Statute in Washington

N/A

Washington Motor Vehicle Accident Deskbook, 2d Edition Co-Editor

Languages

English

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