Christopher M. Grimes

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Christopher M. Grimes

5.0
Rating: 9.9

Licensed for 32 years

Personal injury Lawyer at Seattle, WA
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Car Accidents, Wrongful Death, Brain Injury

1420 Fifth Avenue, Suite 2200, Seattle, WA

About Christopher

Biography

Experienced & Dedicated Serious Injury Attorney. Call today for your free consultation!

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Brain Injury 25%

25%
Car Accident 25%

25%
Personal Injury 25%

Car Accidents (Serious injury claims) Medical Malpractice (Medical Negligence) Accidental Death Brain Injury

33 years

25%
Wrongful Death 25%

25%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Contingency

33%-40%


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2018
Distinguished Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 32 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 1993

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Idaho for 19 years

State: Idaho

Acquired: 2006

Former Member - Resigned

No misconduct found

Location

Christopher M. Grimes P.S.

1420 Fifth Avenue, Suite 2200, Seattle, WA, 98101

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Grimes Law Group, PLLC

1201 Pacific Avenue, Suite 600, Tacoma, WA, 98402

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Grimes Law Group, PLLC

1312 N. Monroe St., Suite 102, Spokane, WA, 99201

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Grimes Law Group

2018 156th Ave. NE #100, Bellevue, WA, 98007

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Grimes Law Group, PLLC

1220 Main Street, Suite 400, Vancouver, WA, 98660

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Christopher M. Grimes's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

27 Client Reviews

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Posted by Ridha | December 30, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Appreciation and recommendation for a good lawyer

Mr Christopher Grimes help us a lot in our case . He explained to us the process and the different steps that are required before the final settlement. He was very clear and explained well during the process. He gave as the required information and time to allow us make the right decision. Helped r...educe the medical bills and never put any pressure on us to accept any thing out of our will. Thank you a lot Mr Grimes, My wife, my daughter and myself appreciate your help in our case and we will recommend you to all our friends in case they need your help

Posted by Jennifer | April 12, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

Respect For People!!!

Mr. Grimes and Mrs. Crabb were exceptional at helping me through the legal process of my automobile accident. From the beginning consult throughout the entire process they both demonstrated perseverance, respect and a high level of expertise for the details. They both are trusting, transparent and ...100% about respect for people. I felt comfort as if they had my back when I was unable to defend myself. The life changing experience for me was less tress because of them! Mr. Grimes know the law and Heather knows her role that is far exceeding expectations. The process is a long haul, but the both of them make it seamless & completely transparent. The compassion that Heather showed during the rough patch in my recovery was incredible. Not ever meeting prior to this and 100% over the phone or virtual due to the pandemic, she accepted me without judgement! Both Heather and Chris listen to your personal story and go to work! They are there for you. The people skills are what sets them above. THANK YOU!

Posted by anonymous | February 27, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

Broke Back Attack

Needless to say when I got hit by a car as a pedestrian and broke my back essentially in a state that I do not reside, I needed help figuring all my arrangements. I was on bed rest for 3 months and lived 6 states away and had no idea where to start. I called EAP through my job after almost 2 weeks of... trying to get the police report from the accident. I was suggested Chris's office which was in the city where I was hit and hired him as my attorney after he kindly explained to me for 45mins what the process was, how much it would cost me to hire him and how he could help in my situation. He had my police report within HOURS! Fast forward, 5 months of physical therapy, 4 pillows needed to sleep, over $50,000 in medical bills and a year and a half later...I have finally settled. Chris and Heather, his paralegal did an amazing job in communicating with me even if it was to just see how I was doing. I will forever love them for it. They did their job more than well!

Posted by Murray | March 14, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

auto accident injury settlement

Due to my particular circumstances, I was unable to devote the time or attention necessary to pursue a reasonable settlement after I was injured when my car was struck from behind. I would have had to accept whatever token offer was made. Mr. Grimes was able to help me through the process, making eac...h step understandable and achievable. I am extremely pleased with his results. This was a difficult time for me, and Mr. Grimes was very understanding and professional. He demonstrated a very high level of knowledge and professional competence. If I ever again have need for legal assistance, Mr. Grimes will be the person I will call.

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Christopher M. Grimes's Lawyer Endorsements

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Levi Liljenquist

Personal injury lawyer | Apr 08

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. He cares deeply about the quality of his work and about serving his clients."

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Jeffrey Grieff

Personal injury lawyer | Mar 06

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Chris is a experienced and savvy lawyer."

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Robert Brannen

Personal injury lawyer | Mar 05

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"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."

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Frederick Penney

Car accident lawyer | Mar 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Ethical, experienced and knowledgeable lawyer."

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Adam Mack

Personal injury lawyer | Feb 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Kenneth Schneider

Personal injury lawyer | Oct 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Jonathan Missen

Car accident lawyer | Jun 01

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Christoper is a very capable attorney willing to go the length for his clients."

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Car accident lawyer

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Clark Richter

Personal injury lawyer

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Jeff Korek

Medical malpractice lawyer

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Robert Brannen

Personal injury lawyer

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Personal injury lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.9 (Superb)

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 Justice

Eagle Member

1998 - Present

Washington State Association for Justice

Member

1995 - Present

Federal Court Eastern District of WA

Member

1992 - Present

Spokane County Bar Association

Member

2002 - 2003

Washington State Association for Justice

Roundtable Chair

1994 - 1995

Spokane County Bar Association, Young Lawyers Division

CLE Committee member

1993 - 1994

Washington State Bar Association

CLE Committee

Sample of Legal Cases

Wrongful Death

Settled in Mediation after extended litigation

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Education

1992

Gonzaga University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1984

Brigham Young University

BS - Bachelor of Science Business Management/Finance

1982

Brigham Young University-Idaho

Associates of Science - Business Management

Speaking Engagements

2019

Radio Law Talk

Panelist: Personal Injury

2016

CLC Conference

Integrating technology for paperless law firm

2010

Noon Lecture Series for Gonzaga Law Students

Personal Injury and Ethics

1998

Gonzaga University School of Law

Legal Ethics

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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