Sean B. Malcolm.
My trial practice focuses on serious personal injury and wrongful death. We also defend accused persons at trial in select instances.
I gained experience as a defense attorney at Davis, Wright, Tremaine, LLP and a boutique litigation law firm in Seattle, Washington. I gained my initial trial experience in criminal defense as a public defender in King County, WA. I won my first trial while I was still a law student, after being appointed by the court to represent an accused person. Prior to law school, I owned a forestry business in British Columbia, Canada.
When not working, I am herded by my two miniature Australian shepherds, Sadie and Chloe.
Admissions
Washington
U.S. District Court, Western District of Washington
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Professional Affiliations
American Bar Association
Washington State Bar Association
King County Bar Association
Washington Association for Justice (WSAJ), EAGLE member
Education
Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers College, Graduate, 2016
University of Washington, School of Law, JD with honors, 2004
Order of the Coif (top 10%)
Editor-in-Chief, Journal of Law, Commerce & Technology
University of British Columbia Faculty of Law, 2000 to 2002
B.C. Competitive Appellate Moot
University of Victoria (Victoria, B.C.), B.Sc., Geography / Environmental Studies
Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) Program, passed Level I and II
Legal Extern, The Honorable John C. Coughenour, U.S. District Court, Western District of Washington
Practice areas
Represent individuals on personal injury matters, including brain injury, motor vehicle accidents, wrongful death, slip and fall and other injury cases.
18 years, 100 cases
Have represented owners, general contractors, and subcontractors on construction defect and contract matters.
18 years, 50 cases
Represent individuals on complex slip/trip and fall matters.
18 years, 100 cases
Languages spoken
English
Malcolm Law Firm PLLC
5400 Carillon Pt.
Kirkland, WA, 98033-7357
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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WA | Active | 2005 | 05/07/2022 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Rising Star | Super Lawyers | 2015 |
Rising Star | Super Lawyers | 2014 |
Rising Star | Super Lawyers | 2013 |
Order of the Coif | Order of the Coif, Washington Chapter | 2004 |
Top 10% class | University of Washington School of Law | 2004 |
Best Brief | B.C. Law Schools Competitive Moot | 2002 |
Richard Campbell Memorial Scholarship | UBC Law | 2000 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Partner | Sean B Malcolm pllc | 2009 - Present |
Attorney | Keller Rohrback, LLP | 2012 - 2014 |
Associate | Betts, Patterson & Mines, PS | 2008 - 2009 |
Associate | Corr Cronin LLP | 2006 - 2007 |
Associate | Davis Wright Tremaine LLP | 2004 - 2006 |
Externship | U.S. District Court, W.D. Washington | 2003 - 2004 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers College | Ranch Club | 2016 - Present |
Washington State Bar Association, Board of Bar Examiners | Board Member | 2013 - Present |
Washington State Association for Justice | EAGLE Member | 2011 - Present |
United States Court of Appeals For the Ninth Circuit | Admitted | 2007 - Present |
United States District Court for the Western District of Washington | Admitted | 2006 - Present |
King County Bar Association | Member | 2005 - Present |
Washington State Bar Association | Member | 2005 - Present |
American Bar Association | Member | 2004 - Present |
King County Bar Association, Lawyer Referral Services Committee | Member | 2012 - 2014 |
National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers | Member | 2010 - 2011 |
Progressive Animal Welfare Society (PAWS) | Director | 2009 - 2010 |
Washington Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers | Member | 2009 - 2016 |
Defense Research Institute (DRI) | Member | 2008 - 2010 |
Washington Defense Trial Lawyers | Member | 2006 - 2009 |
Canada America Society | Member | 2004 - 2011 |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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VANSOL | National Instrument 54-101 | 2002 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers College | Grad 1 | 2017 |
Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers College | Grad 2 | 2017 |
Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers College | Washington Regional | 2016 |
Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers College | Texas Regional | 2016 |
Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers College | Graduate | 2016 |
WSAJ Trial Workshop | 2012 | |
University of Washington School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 2004 |
University of British Columbia School of Law | 2002 | |
University of Victoria | B.Sc | N/A |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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B.C. Law School Competitive Appellate Moot | Appellate Advocacy | 2001 |
Case name | Outcome |
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Motor Vehicle Accident | Policy limits settlement >$200,000 |
Construction Litigation (various) | |
Motor Vehicle Accident | Settlement > $100,000 |
Corporate and Securities Matters | Completion |
State vs. R.G. | Reckless Endangerment |
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Nicholas Gurney, Litigation Attorney on Nov 27, 2016
Relationship: Other
Sean is an incredibly talented trial attorney with a heart of gold. His compassion for clients and their families is a rare asset among trial lawyers. I fully endorse Sean.
Adam Yanasak, Litigation Attorney on May 22, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Sean is a smart, knowledeable lawyer and I strongly endorse him.
Nicholas Gurney, Litigation Attorney on Nov 27, 2016
Relationship: Other
Sean is an incredibly talented trial attorney with a heart of gold. His compassion for clients and their families is a rare asset among trial lawyers. I fully endorse Sean.
Adam Yanasak, Litigation Attorney on May 22, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Sean is a smart, knowledeable lawyer and I strongly endorse him.
Joseph Mattoon, Construction and development Attorney on Feb 8, 2011
Relationship: Co-worker
I have worked with Sean and give him my highest recomendation. Smart, capable, efficient, Sean knows how to find a practical solution. I endorse this lawyer.
Jeffrey Tindal, Litigation Attorney on Apr 1, 2010
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse Sean's work. Having had the pleasure of working with Sean, I know first hand that he possesses the necessary skills of analyzing complex legal issues and persuading a judge or jury. What makes Sean a complete lawyer, however, is his client advocacy and ability to really help people. I would recommend Sean to anyone, including my close friends and family.
Jason Scott, Litigation Attorney on Mar 25, 2010
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Sean was a classmate of mine several years ago at the University of Washington where he graduated near the very top of our class. Sean is a gifted lawyer and a class act, although he needs to work on his chess game. :)
Liam McCann, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 24, 2010
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I highly recommend Sean Malcolm and have and will continue to refer clients to him for his outstanding criminal defense work. He is extremely knowledgable and treats the clients I have referred to him with respect and compassion.
Amy Miller, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 23, 2010
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I would highly recommend Sean to provide defense services in any criminal or auto matters that arise. I referred a friend to Sean, and his representation was thorough, personable and successful. Not only is he a knowledgeable and experienced attorney but a great pleasure to work with.
Kevin Kono, Criminal defense Attorney on Jul 27, 2009
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer's work. I have worked with Sean, and he possesses a rare combination of intelligence, a sense of humor, and a personable demeanor. In short, Sean is smart, effective, and a pleasure to work with.
Aaron Pelley, Criminal defense Attorney on Jul 16, 2009
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Sean is an excellent attorney who consistently brings an in-depth knowledge of the law, zealous advocacy and a diligent and responsible work ethic to bear on his courtroom skills. Having worked on matters with Sean in the past, I have seen how he achieves top notch results for his clients and serves as a great model for professionalism in the legal community.
Kenneth Mitchell-Phillips, Immigration Attorney on Mar 16, 2009
Relationship: Co-worker
I endorse this lawyer's work. I have worked with Sean, for Sean, and have referred clients to him for legal work. Those clients were extremely satisfied. He is an excellent lawyer who is personable, thorough, and is an acute thinker. I give him my highest recommendation.
Karlie Valdez, Litigation Attorney on Mar 3, 2009
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer's work. Mr. Malcolm is a champion for his clients and is dedicated to obtaining the outcome they deserve. I particularly recommend Mr. Malcom for his expertise in transactions between Canada and the United States.
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