Daniel Kalish

Daniel Kalish

4.3
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 23 years

Employment and labor Lawyer at Seattle, WA
Practice Areas: Employment & Labor

600 Stewart Street, Suite 901, Seattle, WA

About Daniel

Biography

Practice Areas

1

Practice Area

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 250-500 per hour

Contingency

25%-40%


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Idaho for 1 year

State: Idaho

Acquired: 2024

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Washington for 21 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 2004

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Colorado for 12 years

State: Colorado

Acquired: 2013

Inactive

No misconduct found

Licensed in Oregon for 14 years

State: Oregon

Acquired: 2011

Inactive

No misconduct found

Licensed in Connecticut for 23 years

State: Connecticut

Acquired: 2002

Retired

No misconduct found

Location

HKM Employment Attorneys LLP

600 Stewart Street, Suite 901, Seattle, WA, 98101

HKM Employment Attorneys LLP

1444 Blake Street, Denver, CO, 80202

HKM Employment Attorneys LLP

308 SW First Avenue, Suite 325, Portland, OR, 97204

HKM Employment Attorneys LLP

453 South Spring Street, Suite 1008, Los Angeles, CA, 90013

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Daniel Kalish's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.3 /5.0

11 Client Reviews

5 star (9)
4 star (0)
3 star (0)
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1 star (2)

Posted by anonymous | June 28, 2018 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Very Helpful & Professional

I contacted Daniel to represent me against my employer - he couldn't take on my case, but was still very helpful - he took his time to provide me with referrals to other attorneys who he felt could better assist me considering the specifics of my case. He and his firm also were very professional a...nd considered our initial communication as confidential, which I have discovered not many law firms do - how are you supposed to provide an attorney with the details of your case and the name of the other parties (so they can do a conflicts check) and have it not be confidential? It should be the standard, not the exception. I would definitely refer people to Dan and his firm.

Posted by anonymous | May 27, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Immoral

The old cliche of the immoral lawyer is one I was afraid of before talking to Dan. Truly thought it was an exaggeration, but after seeing him lie to myself and others I'm shocked HKM is still in business. Daniel Kalish isn't to be the employment lawyer to be trusted. Given the details of my case I... can't go into specifics. But I can say that what I was told would occur did not, and through repeated delays I eventually determined that I was not being told the whole truth. These delays cost me significantly, both monetarily but in my personal life. You trust a lawyer who's on your side to help you. You don't expect them to cause more harm. This process has taught me so much, but all I can do now is warn others now to think twice.

Posted by anonymous | March 3, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Buying the listing

In the real estate marketing field, there is an expression called “buying the listing”. It often relates to when a real estate agent/broker promises you the moon by making you believe that he can sell your property for an amount way above market while he well knows that your property is worth (and wo...uld sell for) substantially less. Indeed, this is simply a tactic to lure you to do business with him. In the end, you find yourself deceived because the agent/broker has over-promised and under-delivered. This allegory is my experience working with this lawyer for several months. Based on his initial assessment, I was led to believe that my case was worth a significant cash settlement which ended up settling for very little. In retrospect, it was not worth my time, my efforts, nor my energy to pursue this case under false expectations. Furthermore, this lawyer does not act in a professional manner. On several occasions, he schedules calls with the client but then misses the appointments, showing a complete disrespect for your time. He shows up late for in-person meetings, puts his feet up on the table with clients and other parties in the room and is not prepared. Often, he is multi-tasking instead of focusing on the matter at hand and does not follow clients’ instructions. Overall, he gives off the unpleasant feeling that he looks after his own interest (how much he can make out of any given case) as opposed to the client’s best interest. In other words, not only I would never do business with this lawyer again but I would recommend to anyone to stay away from him (even if he promises you the moon).

Posted by james | February 20, 2015

Great employment attorney

Dan recently helped me negotiate my employment agreement at a startup that I was joining. In particular, he helped me think about what really mattered to me, and then helped me negotiate for key provisions such as watering down the non-compete, putting in place a severance agreement, and accelerated ...vesting of my options in the event of a change in control. Dan's particular strength is presenting his client's side in such a way that it appears the obvious and most fair way something should be done, and not like a tough ask or stretch. He's really is looking for the win-win, and not just trying to maximize for his client at all costs in such a way that it might poison the long-term relationship.

Posted by anonymous | February 20, 2015

Incredibly knowledgable

Dan gave me advice about my employment contract. Not only did he have suggestions on the law, he helped me think through the implications of my choices on my current work situation. He was easy to talk to and very clear. I recommend him highly.

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Daniel Kalish's Lawyer Endorsements

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Jeremy Roller

Employment and labor lawyer | Nov 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I've known Dan since law school, and have seen him excel at every position he has held since then -- as a federal law clerk, a lawyer at a blue chip Seattle law firm, a King County prosecutor, and now at HKM Employment Attorneys. Dan is my first thought when I am asked for a referral in the employment law area. He is a diligent, no-nonsense, top shelf lawyer. I highly recommend him."

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Thomas Breen

Employment and labor lawyer | Jan 26

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I co-tried Dan's first jury trial with him. From the start he impressed with his talent and his hard-work. His gentle and kind midwest disposition resonates in everything he does. But underneath that you quickly learn that his impressive pedigree of degrees and experiences help to make him a savvy and skilled strategist. He's an excellent attorney and I endorse him without reservation."

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Zachary Wagnild

Employment and labor lawyer | Jan 25

Relationship: Co-worker

"I worked in the same unit of the King County Prosecutor's Office as Dan for over a year and was constantly impressed with his legal knowledge and trial skills. Although he is a friendly, affable person, one would be a fool to take his skills as an attorney lightly. During the time I worked with Dan he very quickly earned the respect of his coworkers, opposing attorneys, and judges. I can say without reservation that I would hire Dan to represent me in a heartbeat and feel lucky to have him on my side."

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Robert Flennaugh

Employment and labor lawyer | Aug 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Daniel Kalish for many years. He has a well-deserved reputation as an excellent trial attorney. I happily and readily endorse him."

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Aaron Kiviat

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. Daniel is an ethical and well respected attorney who works hard for his clients' best interests."

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Avi Lipman

Litigation lawyer | Jan 22

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Dan and I worked against each other on a number of cases during his time at the King County Prosecutor's Office. I found him to be consistently professional, intelligent, and level-headed. He is a very fine trial attorney, and I endorse him without reservation."

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David East

Litigation lawyer | Jan 05

Relationship: Co-worker

"Dan is an extremely bright, effective, and engaging attorney. I had the pleasure of working alongside Dan at Perkins Coie and have heard nothing but rave reviews from trusted sources about his work since he left Perkins. I endorse Dan and his work without reservation."

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Daron Morris

Litigation lawyer | Dec 21

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I have tried two cases against Dan and know him to be a very sharp and persuasive litigator. When Dan was at the prosecutor's office he enjoyed a reputation not only for his intelligence, but also for his reasonableness and his ability to develop good working relationships under adversarial circumstances. I endorse Dan's work without hesitation."

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Scott Leist

Employment and labor lawyer | Nov 17

Relationship: Co-worker

"Dan is simply a dymamite lawyer. He is exceptionally bright and a tenacious litigator, but he also has a welcoming demeanor and deep care for his clients. I worked with Dan for several years at the King County Prosecutor's Office and can say, without reservation, that Dan is one of the most talented attorneys I have the privilege to know."

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Timothy Leary

Employment and labor lawyer | Nov 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Dan Kalish without hesitation. I had the opportunity to work with Dan when we worked at the King County Prosecutor's Office. Dan was a rising star in the office. He was well respected by judges, defense attorneys and fellow prosecutors. He is incredibly bright, dedicated and passionate. Clients would be very fortunate to have Dan representing their interests."

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Kirk Davis

Litigation lawyer | Oct 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Dan is brilliant. I would refer friends and family to him with absolute confidence their matters would be handled with diligence and courtesy. I recommend Dan without hesitation."

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Donald Heyrich

Employment and labor lawyer | Sep 24

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"I previously worked with Dan for several years, and, from day one, I was extremely impressed with his skills. Not only is he one of the most intelligent individuals that I know, but he has tremendously good judgment, and is a fantastic litigator. Due to his skills, I’ve been trying to get him to join my law firm for the last few years. He finally agreed, and I’m ecstatic to say that I now work with one of the finest attorneys in Washington."

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William Sherman

Litigation lawyer | Sep 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Dan Kalish is a lawyer's lawyer. He takes his work and his clients seriously, providing superb advocacy and analysis. I strongly recommend Dan's work."

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Patrick Mcguigan

Employment and labor lawyer | Aug 26

Relationship: Co-worker

"Dan is meticulous, taking painstaking care to give his clients thoughtful, efficient and effective representation. He is a strong and thoughtful attorney and a great counselor to his clients. He is renowned for his intellect and ability to identify the important issues and present articulate argument to support his theory of the case. It is a great advantage to work with an attorney as accomplished as Dan and I highly recommend him."

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Wilton Strickland

Litigation lawyer

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Claire Hunter

Employment and labor lawyer

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Patrick Cook

Workers compensation lawyer

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Harry Williams

Appeals lawyer

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Zachary Wagnild

Criminal defense lawyer

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Thomas Breen

Litigation lawyer

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Jamila Taylor

Personal injury lawyer

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Aaron Kiviat

Criminal defense lawyer

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Donald Heyrich

Employment and labor lawyer

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Thomas Affolter

Employment and labor lawyer

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David East

Litigation lawyer

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Avi Lipman

Litigation lawyer

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Daron Morris

Criminal defense lawyer

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Jeremy Roller

Litigation lawyer

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Isaac Ruiz

Litigation lawyer

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Steven Fogg

Litigation lawyer

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Robert Flennaugh

Criminal defense lawyer

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Kirk Davis

Criminal defense lawyer

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Timothy Leary

Criminal defense lawyer

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Scott Leist

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2015

Super Lawyer, Washington Law & Politics Magazine

2014

Rising Star, Washington Law and Politics

2013

Rising Star, Washington Law & Politics

2012

Rising Star, Washington Law and Politics Magazine

2011

Rising Star, Washington Law and Politics Magazine

1997

Phi Beta Kappa, Harvard College

1997

John Harvard Scholarship, Harvard College

1997

Mather House Scholar and Citizen Award, Harvard College

1997

Manga Cum Laude, Harvard College

1996

John Harvard Scholarship, Harvard College

1996

John Harvard Scholarship, Harvard College

1994

John Harvard Scholarship, Harvard College

1993

John Harvard Scholarship, Harvard College

Work Experience

2009 - Present

Managing Partner, HKM Employment Attorneys LLP

2005 - 2009

Deputy Prosecuting Attorney, King County Prosecutor's Office

2004 - 2005

Litigation Associate, Perkins Coie LLP

2002 - 2004

Litigation Associate, Wiggin and Dana LLP

2001 - 2002

Law Clerk, United States District Court for the Southern District of California

Associations

2014 - Present

National Employment Lawyers Association

Member

2013 - Present

Colorado State Bar Assocation

Member

2011 - Present

Oregon State Bar Association

Member

2009 - Present

King County Bar Association, Labor and Employment Law Section

Member

2005 - Present

United States District Court for the Western District of Washington

Admitted to Practice

2004 - Present

Washington State Bar Association

Member

2003 - Present

United States District Court for the District of Connecticut

Admitted to Practice

2004 - 2006

CityYear

Host Committee

2004 - 2007

King County Bar Association

Member

2003 - 2003

Moot Court

Member

2003 - 2005

American Bar Association

Member

2002 - 2005

Connecticut Bar Association

Member

2002 - 2004

Federal Court Pro Bono Panel (Connecticut)

Member

1999 - 2001

Yale Law Journal

Editor

1999 - 2001

LawTalk

Executive Director

1999 - 2001

Community Legal Services

Attorney

Education

2001

Yale Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1997

Harvard College

AB

Speaking Engagements

2012

Seattle University

Topics in Criminal Law

2011

Social Media and the Employment Law

Social Media and the Employment Law

2008

Seattle University Trial Practice Class

Oral Arguments in Trial Court

2007

Seattle University

Ethics and Issues in Criminal Prosecution

2007

King County Domestic Violence Awareness

King County Officer Of The Year Award

2006

Seattle University

Ethics and Issues in Criminal Prosecution

Publications

2014

Washington Practice Manual Employment Discrimination

2013

Washington Practice Manual Employment Discrimination

2012

Washington Lawyer's Practice Manual Employment Discrimination

2011

Washington Lawyer's Practice Manual Employment Discrimination

2010

Washington Lawyer's Practice Manual Employment Discrimination

2010

Washington Lawyer's Practice Manual State Court Criminal Practice

2009

Washington Lawyer’s Practice Manual State Court Criminal Practice

2008

Washington Lawyer’s Practice Manual State Court Criminal Practice

2006

Product Liability Desk Reference: A Fifty-State Compendium. Washington Chapter. Washington Product Liability Law

2005

• Product Liability Desk Reference: A Fifty-State Compendium. Washington Chapter. Washington Product Liability Law

Languages

English

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