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TODD W. GARDNER is a partner in the firm of Swanson Gardner Meyers, PLLC, located in Renton, Washington. His practice is limited to personal injury and wrongful death litigation. Mr. Gardner received his undergraduate degree in economics from the University of Washington in 1977 where he was a member of Phi Beta Kappa and graduated magna cum laude. Mr. Gardner graduated from the University of Washington School of Law, with honors, in 1980.
Todd Gardner's track record of success in the courtroom is unparalleled. He has won millions for his clients and their families, and has resulted in verdicts and awards exceeding $1 million in 20 cases he has brought to trial. His achievements include securing the largest medical negligence verdict in Washington State, a record-setting $50 million, surpassing his own previous record.
He has also achieved significant verdicts in premises liability and road design defect cases, as well as the first million-dollar verdict for the death of a child in the state.
Additionally, Todd has negotiated the state's two largest single personal injury settlements. A remarkable highlight of his career was in March 2022, where, as a lead counsel in a complex trial involving two deaths and three disabling injuries, he secured a groundbreaking $150 million verdict.
Through his exceptional legal skills, tireless dedication, and compassionate approach, Todd continues to be a pillar of strength and advocacy for his clients, upholding the firm's commitment to justice and setting high standards in personal injury law.
Nationally Recognized Legal Excellence
Todd’s dedication and expertise have often been recognized on both the local and national stage. In 2004, the Washington State Trial Lawyers Association honored him with the Washington Trial Lawyer of the Year Award, now known as Washington State Attorneys for Justice. This accolade was followed in 2015 with the Washington Trial Lawyer of the Year Award by the American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA). For over a decade, he has been named a “Super Lawyer” by Washington Law and Politics, showcasing his sustained excellence in the field.
Todd's memberships in prestigious legal circles, such as the Inner Circle of Trial Advocates, The Damage Attorneys Round Table, ABOTA, and the American Academy of Trial Attorneys, reflect his esteemed status in the legal community.
He is also a member of the Washington State Association for Justice (WSAJ), the National Trial Lawyers Association, the American College of Trial Lawyers, Public Justice, the Washington Bar Association, and the King County Bar Association. His legal skill and ethical standards have earned him Martindale Hubbell’s Pre-eminent AV rating, the highest peer review rating for legal ability and ethics.
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State: Washington
Acquired: 1980
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4512 Talbot Rd S, Renton, WA, 98055
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Posted by Bill | October 13, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury
Excellent representation.
I was struck by a car while walking in a marked cross walk with a favorable signal. I received a traumatic brain injury and was unconscious for a substantial period of time. With the help of a relative I retained the Swanson Gardner Meyers law firm, specifically Todd Gardner, to assist me during a ve...
"Todd and his firm are among the best-known, most respected personal injury firms in the State. I have worked as co-counsel with Todd and have known him for over 30 years. If someone dear to me needed injury counsel, I would not hesitate to send them to Todd."
"Todd Gardner is a fellow personal injury lawyer and friend. I have known him for years. Todd is dedicated to justice, and is one of the best trial lawyers in Washington. He has obtained many substantial verdicts in personal injury and wrongful death cases. He is at the top of his game which translates to being able to try a personal injury case at the highest level."
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2015
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1982 - Present
Partner, Swanson Gardner Meyers PLLC
1980 - Present
Associate, Kargianis and Austin
2002 - Present
American College of Trial Lawyers (Top 1%)Fellow
2000 - Present
American Board of Trial Advocates (Top 5%)Advocate
1997 - Present
Damage Attorney's Roundtable (1 of 25 members)Member
1982 - Present
Washington State Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
1980 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
1980
Juris Doctorate, with Honors
1977
BA - Bachelor of Arts, Magna Cum Laude
2015
Framing the Case from the First Client Appointment”
2014
Jury De-Selection from the Plaintiff’s Perspective”
2014
An Afternoon with Trial Star
2014
2014 WSAJ Trial Lawyer of the Year Winner Award Banquet
2014
Asked to speak about record setting verdict obtained in December of 2013
2007
Deposing Defense Experts
2007
How to Turn a Simple Auto Accident Into a $300,000 Verdict
2006
Direct Examination of a Physician
2015
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