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Elizabeth Jean McLafferty
also known as Liz Donaldson, Liz McLafferty
About Elizabeth
Biography
For the entirety of her career, Liz has advocated for those injured by the wrongful acts of others. Liz focuses her work primarily on medical negligence, product liability litigation, wrongful death, and serious personal injury. Liz’s product liability experience ranges from automobile defects to consumer products.
Liz was born and raised in the Seattle area. She earned undergraduate degrees in Psychology and Political Science from Western Washington University. After graduating with honors, Liz attended the Seattle University School of Law, graduating cum laude. She also served as a law clerk extern to the Honorable Ricardo S. Martinez at the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Washington.
Liz is on the WSAJ Board of Governors. Liz has written articles and chapters primarily focused on product liability, including a chapter in the WSAJ Product Liability Deskbook, and a chapter in the WSAJ Motor Vehicle Litigation Deskbook. She is listed as a “Rising Star” by Super Lawyers and has a 10 out of 10 rating on .
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Licensed in Washington for 13 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 2012
No misconduct found
Location
Schroeter Goldmark & Bender, PS
401 Union Street, Suite 3400, Seattle, WA, 98101
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Showing 1 - 1 of 1 review | Litigation
Posted by Laurie | August 23, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Litigation
Excellent experience working with Liz McLafferty
Liz and the entire team at her office were always available for me whenever I had a question or concern about my case. My calls and emails were responded to promptly and my questions thoroughly and clearly answered. I appreciate Liz' warmth and candor; particularly at times when there were some uniqu...
Elizabeth Jean McLafferty's Lawyer Endorsements
Kristina McKennon
Defective and dangerous products lawyer | Oct 12
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Liz is a brilliant lawyer! She leaves no stone unturned in her cases and fights for her clients."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Ms. Donaldson is a sharp, diligent attorney and works extremely hard for her clients. I highly recommend her."
"Liz is very smart and truly cares about her clients and cases. I strongly recommend this lawyer!"
"Liz is smart and compassionate. More importantly, she deeply cares for her clients. I would highly recommend her if you need representation."
"I endorse Ms. Donaldon. She is known in the legal community as a passionate advocate for her clients. Her attention to detail and tenacity in the face of challenges make her a excellent advocate for clients with complex problems. If you have been injured, a call to Ms. Donaldson is the first step to recovery. I wholeheartedly endorse Elizabeth!"
"Ms. Donaldson is one of the most committed and compassionate attorneys I know. She works hard day in and day out because she truly cares about her clients and the outcome of their cases. I strongly endorse this lawyer."
"Elizabeth is a smart, driven attorney and completely dedicated to every single case she has in front of her."
"Ms. Donaldson is an inspired and highly capable attorney. I highly endorse this attorney."
"Ms. Donaldson is an intelligent and hard working attorney. She has an excellent grasp of the law and the court rules, making her a highly effective litigator in court. I gladly endorse this lawyer."
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Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2023
SuperLawyer, SuperLawyers
2022
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2021
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2020
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2019
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2018
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2017
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2016
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2015
Nation’s Top One Percent, National Association of Distinguished Counsel
2012
Cum Laude, Seattle University School of Law
2011
CALI Excellence for the Future Award - Forensics, Seattle University School of Law
2009
Cum Laude, Western Washington University
Work Experience
2017 - Present
Attorney, Schroeter Goldmark & Bender, PS
2012 - 2017
Associate, Law Offices Of James S. Rogers
2011 - 2011
Extern, U.S. District Court, W.D. Washington
2009 - 2012
Legal Intern, Scott M. Donaldson, PS
Associations
2021 - Present
Washington State Association for Justice2nd VP of CLE Committee
2014 - Present
Seattle Plaintiffs' Attorneys RoundtableMember
2012 - Present
American Association for JusticeMember
2012 - Present
Attorneys Information Exchange GroupMember
2012 - Present
Washington State Bar AssociationMember
2010 - Present
Washington State Association for JusticeEagle Member
2019 - 2021
Washington State Association for JusticePublic Relations Committee Member
2017 - 2019
Washington State Association for JusticeCo-chair - New Member Committee
2015 - 2017
Attorneys Information Exchange GroupSeminar Committee Member
2015 - 2016
Washington State Association for JusticeDevelopment Committee Member
2014 - 2019
Washington State Association for JusticeNew Member Committee Member
2013 - 2017
Washington State Association for JusticeJudicial Relations Committee Member
Education
2012
Seattle University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2009
Western Washington University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2025
Nursing Home Litigation & Medical Negligence
Medical Malpractice Meets Discrimination
2023
Spring Conference: Product Liability
Co-Chair
2023
Spring Conference
Offset Frontal Collisions and Narrow Airbags
2022
Spring Conference
Defective Vehicles
2020
2020 Winter Conference
Co-Chair
2015
Winning With Witnesses CLE
Co-Chair: Winning With Witnesses
Publications
2025
Trial News
Medical Malpractice Meets Discrimination: Navigating Dual Claims Under Washington Law
2024
Trial News
Don't Miss the HIT: The dangers of not timely catching or appropriately treating heparin-induced thrombocytopenia
2022
Trial News
A Generation of Airbags Too Small to Do the Job
2019
Trial News
Rounding Up the Outlaws: Corralling Monsanto’s Toxic Legacy
2018
Trial News (Washington State Trial Lawyers Association)
Constellation Nebula: How ACOG sets birth trauma causation criteria to defeat malpractice claims
2017
Trial News (Washington State Trial Lawyers Association)
E-Cigs: Bombs in Your Mouth
2016
Colorado Trial Lawyer Association publication (CTLA)
The Bair Hugger: Infecting Unsuspecting Patients Nationwide
2015
Trial News
The Bair Hugger: Infecting Unsuspecting Patients Nationwide
2015
Trial News Washington State Trial Lawyers
Book Review: Law, Science and Experts: Civil and Criminal Forensics
2015
Trial News (Washington State Trial Lawyers Association)
Takata recalls millions of airbags due to shrapnel ejection potential
2015
Trial News (Washington State Trial Lawyers Association)
Judge Veronica Galván - King County Superior Court
2014
WSAJ Product Liability Deskbook
30(b)(6) Witnesses
2014
Trial News (Washington State Trial Lawyers Association)
Roof crush leads to Jeep Liberty passenger's catastrophic injury
2014
Trial News (Washington State Trial Lawyers Association)
GM ignition switch recall overview & update
2014
Trial News (Washington State Trial Lawyers Association)
Judge Roger Rogoff - King County Superior Court
2014
AIEG Voice
The Rise of Button Battery Injuries
2013
Trial News (Washington State Trial Lawyers Association)
Toyota sudden unintended acceleration update
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