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also known as Liz Donaldson, Liz McLafferty
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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Acquired: 2012
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401 Union Street, Suite 3400, Seattle, WA, 98101
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Posted by anonymous | January 08, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury
Strong and strategic representation
Liz was my lawyer for a two year lawsuit and I felt taken care of guided the entire time. She is a fantastic lawyer in every sense - fierce, intuitive, flexible, professional, meticulous... the list goes on! The lawsuit included several unexpected "left turns" and Liz handled them all with grace and...
Posted by Charlain (Char) | June 01, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury
My highest praise of Elizabeth (Liz) McLafferty
From my initial meeting with Liz McLafferty to the final outcome and settlement of my case, I never had any doubts in my decision to hire Liz to represent me. Mine was a PI auto case. Liz' actions and continued due diligence in ever aspect throughout this process was of great comfort to me. If I h...
Defective and dangerous products lawyer | Oct 12
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"Liz is a brilliant lawyer! She leaves no stone unturned in her cases and fights for her clients."
"Ms. Donaldson is a sharp, diligent attorney and works extremely hard for her clients. I highly recommend her."
"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 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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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
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
2021 - Present
Washington State Association for Justice2nd VP of CLE Committee
2014 - Present
Seattle Plaintiffs' Attorneys RoundtableMember
2012 - Present
American Association for JusticeMember
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Attorneys Information Exchange GroupMember
2012 - Present
Washington State Bar AssociationMember
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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
2012
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2009
BA - Bachelor of Arts
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