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James R. Walsh
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Licensed in Washington for 44 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 1981
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Location
Law Office of James R. Walsh
20201 Cedar Valley Rd Ste 140, Lynnwood, WA, 98036-6431
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James R. Walsh's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 25 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Debbie | May 17, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Helped me receive a Pension
James and his staff have made a big difference dealing with LnI over the years. I would not be receiving my pension without their help. Thank you for all your help! - Debbie Ryden
Posted by James | March 20, 2024 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
L&I Claim
It was a long hard battle, I wouldn't wish my worst enemy To have to go through the abuse that L&I will put you threw but, Mr. Walsh told me to stay calm and do what's needed to do and what L&I asks. I went to all of my doctors appointments. Mr. Walsh was firm and consistent and got to job done...
Posted by George | November 11, 2023 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Great lawyer and staff
In the craziest 8.5 years of my life while battling my case it finally ended in my favor. Honestly at times I was nervous, unsure , stressed, depressed, and probably the biggest pain in the a.. to jim and the paralegals. All in all they stood by me and helped me get my claim closed and now I have ...
Posted by Danny | September 29, 2023 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Great workers comp lawyer
James Walsh has been an excellent lawyer for has met all of my expectations.
Posted by Erin | September 29, 2023 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Successfully settled case
I hired Jim after my second neck injury on the job, as I was no longer able to work. I have wanted to throw in the towel more times than I can count, but with the support of Jim and his staff I was able to stay the course to a more than satisfactory settlement. I'm forever grateful for the knowledge,...
James R. Walsh's Lawyer Endorsements
"Jim Walsh is an excellent worker's compensation attorney. He has knowledge of the law and has mastered the courtroom skills and tactics. Most attorneys don't go to court. Jim lives there. I would trust Jim to handle my own L&I claim."
"I endorse this lawyer. Jim shows vision and tenacity in achieving good results for clients we have shared and treats all with respect."
"I have had the pleasure of working with Jim Walsh for approximately four years. During this time, I have observed his resilient and tenacious approach that he takes with his clients' cases in giving them a voice in what can, at times, be an overwhelming situation. He approaches each case with passion and dedication, and goes above and beyond to provide his clients with outstanding representation. I endorse this lawyer."
Samuel Leonard
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Lee Thomas
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Experience
Honors
2019
2019 Attorney of the Year, Top 100 Registry
2014
Who's Who for Executives and Professionals, Who's Who In American Law
2011
Who's Who for Executives and Professionals, Who's Who In American Law
Associations
Washington State Association for Justice
Eagle Member
US District Court - Western District of Washington
Admitted to Practice
US District Court - Eastern District of Washington
Admitted to Practice
US Court of Appeals - Ninth Circuit
Admitted to Practice
Washington State Bar Association
Member
Sample of Legal Cases
Elliot v. Department of Labor and Industries, Court of Appeals of Washington, Division 1.
The Court of Appeals, Becker, J., held that: the denial of application for workers' compensation disability benefits was Affirmed.
Johnson v. UBAR, LLC, Court of Appeals of Washington, Division 1.
The Court of Appeals, Schindler, C.J., held that summary judgement was precluded, and that the King County Superior Court judgement was Reversed and Remanded.
Nghi Kim v. Alyeska Seafoods, Inc., Supreme Court of Alaska
The Supreme Court, Winfree, J., held that: the denial of workers' compensation claim be Reversed and Remanded.
Plouffe v. Rook, Court of Appeals of Washington, Division 1.
Appellant was entitled to reinstatement of his lawsuit - Reversed and Remanded
Stevedoring Services of America, Inc. v. Eggert, Supreme Court of Washington, En Banc.
The Supreme Court, Madsen, J., held that: Court of Appeals reversed; trial court judgment reinstated Stevedore's recoupment of an overpayment of benefits.
Loveridge v. Fred Meyer, Inc., Supreme Court of Washington, En Banc.
The Supreme Court, Smith, J., held that the reversed and remanded summary judgment of the employer was Affirmed.
Stevedoring Services of America, Inc. v. Eggert, Court of Appeals of Washington, Division 1
The Court of Appeals, Coleman, J., held that: the order that required longshoreman to repay amount of overcompensation with interest was Reversed.
Loveridge v. Fred Meyer, Inc., Court of Appeals of Washington, Division 1.
The Court of Appeals, Pekelis, Acting C.J., held that the employer's summary judgment be Reversed and Remanded.
ITT Rayonier, Inc. v. Dalman, Supreme Court of Washington, En Banc.
The Supreme Court, Utter, J., held that: the lack of sufficiency to establish Claimant's employability for purposes of workers' compensation is Affirmed.
ITT Rayonier, Inc. v. Dalman, Court of Appeals of Washington, Division 2.
The Court of Appeals, Petrich, C.J., held that: the lack of sufficiency to establish employability of Claimant was Affirmed.
J.M. Martinac Shipbuilding v. Director, Office of Workers Compensation Programs, United States Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit.
The Court of Appeals, Schroeder, Circuit Judge, held that: the Benefits Review Board awarding benefits under Longshore and Harbor Workers' Compensation Act was Affirmed.
Todd Pacific Shipyards Corp., 22 BRBS 242 (1989)
The Board affirmed denial, Claimant then appealed to the United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit.
Education
1981
Gonzaga University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
Languages
English