About Christopher
Biography
Founder and managing attorney of Grimes Law Group, pllc, Chris has over 25 years experience litigating cases involving serious injuries and death and valuable experience as a former insurance trial attorney. Chris earned a Bachelor's degree in Finance from Brigham Young University in 1984 and his Law degree from Gonzaga University School of Law in 1992. He is a member of the Washington State Bar Association, admitted to Federal Court and is an "EAGLE" member of the Washington State Association for Justice (formerly Washington State Trial Lawyers Association).
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Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
33 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
33%-40%
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
Licenses
Licensed in Washington for 32 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 1993
No misconduct found
Licensed in Idaho for 19 years
State: Idaho
Acquired: 2006
No misconduct found
Location
Grimes Law Group, PLLC
Fax
1201 Pacific Avenue, Suite 600, Tacoma, WA, 98402
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1312 N. Monroe St., Suite 102, Spokane, WA, 99201
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2018 156th Ave. NE #100, Bellevue, WA, 98007
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1220 Main Street, Suite 400, Vancouver, WA, 98660
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Christopher M. Grimes's Reviews
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27 Client Reviews
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Posted by Roland | January 10, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury
A very compassionate attorney who was thorough.
A very compassionate attorney who was thorough and explained each step of the way. He and his staff were professional and never rushed me. He was sensitive to my loss and my injuries. I would recommend Mr Grimes to anyone who would ask me.
Posted by Evelyn | December 05, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Car Accidents
Title: Auto Accident Injury Case
Four years ago I was in an unfortunate automobile accident and needed a lawyer. To my fortunate surprise I found, Mr. Chris Grimes. This was an unusually complicated scenario for me because I was living in California but the accident occurred in Washington. This created its share of complications, bu...
Christopher M. Grimes's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. He cares deeply about the quality of his work and about serving his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. Chris is a experienced and savvy lawyer."
"I've worked with Mr. Grimes on a number of personal injury cases and he's always done a great job. I highly recommend him."
"I endorse this lawyer. Ethical, experienced and knowledgeable lawyer."
"There is no doubt in my mind, when I need to refer a case to a Washington lawyer for a serious injury, Chris is my first choice. Chris has an excellent balance of experience and competence while maintaining an approachability that is hard to come by."
"I have known Chris for over 20 years. He is a great advocate for his clients. Very honest and hard working. I would be comfortable sending a friend or family member to him for representation ... that's the highest endorsement I can give."
"Christoper is a very capable attorney willing to go the length for his clients."
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Experience
Honors
2019
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2019
Civil Plaintiff - Top 100 Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers
Work Experience
2011 - Present
Owner, Grimes Law Group, PLLC
2002 - 2011
Owner/Partner, Ford & Grimes, PS
2001 - 2002
Attorney, Eugster & Grimes, PS
1998 - 2001
Attorney, Eugster, Haskell & Grimes, PS
1993 - 1998
Associate, Haskell Law Offices, PS
1991 - 1993
Law Clerk, Delay, Curran, Thompson, Pontorolo & Walker
Associations
2003 - Present
Washington State Association for JusticeEagle Member
1998 - Present
Washington State Association for JusticeMember
1995 - Present
Federal Court Eastern District of WAMember
1992 - Present
Spokane County Bar AssociationMember
2002 - 2003
Washington State Association for JusticeRoundtable Chair
1994 - 1995
Spokane County Bar Association, Young Lawyers DivisionCLE Committee member
1993 - 1994
Washington State Bar AssociationCLE Committee
Sample of Legal Cases
Settled in Mediation after extended litigation
Education
1992
JD - Juris Doctor
1984
BS - Bachelor of Science Business Management/Finance
1982
Associates of Science - Business Management
Speaking Engagements
2019
Panelist: Personal Injury
2016
Integrating technology for paperless law firm
2010
Personal Injury and Ethics
1998
Legal Ethics
Publications
2017
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides