James W. Kytle

James W. Kytle

5.0
Rating: 9.6

Licensed for 42 years

Defective and dangerous products Lawyer at Seattle, WA
Practice Areas: Defective and Dangerous Products, Trucking Accident, Sexual Harassment ... +9 more

1425 Western Avenue, Suite 104, Seattle, WA

About James

Biography

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 45 minutes

Contingency

30%-45%


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 21 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 2004

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Georgia for 42 years

State: Georgia

Acquired: 1983

Active Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Mann & Kytle PLLC

1425 Western Avenue, Suite 104, Seattle, WA, 98101

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James W. Kytle's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

3 Client Reviews

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Posted by HN | May 15, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Exemplary

I sought representation in large part because I had been wronged by a group of men in positions of authority who abused that authority. It was a difficult time and definitely colored my opinion of men at the time. Fortunately, James Kytle was part of my legal team. It goes without saying that he i...s an exemplary attorney with tremendous talent in his field, but more than that, he is one the kindest, most decent men I have ever met. He is one of the good guys determined to use his legal experience to attain justice for his clients. He definitely wanted the best for me. He ensured that I understood my options and allowed me time to weigh those options. His concern for me and my case was genuine and very much appreciated. My respect for him is immeasurable. Thanks to James and his amazing team, we prevailed. I highly recommend him.

Posted by Mary | March 12, 2014

legal eagle

James Kytle handled a auto accident for me, and was very through, professional and caring. I would always return to Mr Kytle for any legal advise.

Posted by Kenny | March 23, 2012

Great Lawyer: Would recommend.

Jim Kytle is a great lawyer. He always kept me well informed and did well with my case. I highly recommend him.

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James W. Kytle's Lawyer Endorsements

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Kevin Coluccio

Brain injury lawyer | Jul 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly endorse Jim. Jim is one of the top lawyers in the Pacific Northwest and dedicated to providing his clients with the very best legal representation. He is a great trial lawyers."

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Zebulon Chandler

Trucking accident lawyer | Apr 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr Kytle and his firm have seen numerous big wins for their clients in many different courts, particularly injury and employment cases. I often refer clients, knowing they are in good hands."

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Robert Humphreys

Trucking accident lawyer | Sep 17

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Jim is the one you want fighting for you. He doesn't give up. He is smart, incredibly well trained and a seasoned warrior for his clients. I have known him for 15 years and would want him helping my family if all the chips were on the table."

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Justin Walsh

Personal injury lawyer | Jul 08

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Jim is an excellent personal injury attorney who is not afraid to take on great odds to work for justice on behalf of his client. He thoroughly explores all avenues of a potential case and works hard to prepare the case for trial, leaving no stone unturned. I've worked with Jim on cases and would trust him with any of my clients."

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Karl Malling

Personal injury lawyer | Jul 02

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer's work. I have known Jim Kytle for over two years, working in close proximity with him and sharing cases with him on which we both work. He is an outstanding lawyer, paying great attention to detail and and following through on all aspects of all his cases. He always out-prepares his opponents, and preparation is everything. His commitment to his clients is absolute. He persists until he prevails, or all avenues are exhausted - and I've not known him to find himself at the proverbial dead end on any case. I am proud to be associated with him on two cases currently - and it is a great comfort knowing he is on the case, as nothing seems to escape his ever alert and watchful eyes. His creativeness in conjunction with his fine tuned intellect make him a formidable foe who I would not want to stand against. I give Jim the strongest endorsement; if I needed counsel, I would turn to him."

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Mary Mann

Defective and dangerous products lawyer | Sep 03

Relationship: Co-worker

"Jim Kytle is a serious attorney. He focuses great attention on a few serious injury/death cases and maximizes results for his clients. "

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David Marshall

Personal injury lawyer | Jun 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I know Jim through the working meetings of the Seattle-area alumni of the Trial Lawyers College. He brings tremendous energy, empathy, and insight to these sessions, in which lawyers work on cases. "

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Kevin Coluccio

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Robert Humphreys

Personal injury lawyer

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Justin Walsh

Car accident lawyer

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Karl Malling

Car accident lawyer

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Experience

Rating:  9.6 (Superb)

Honors

2012

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2011

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2010

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2009

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2008

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2005

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2004

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2003

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N/A

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

1900 - Present

Principal, Mann & Kytle PLLC

Associations

Georgia Trial Lawyers Association

Washington State Association for Justice

Sample of Legal Cases

Jennett v Jefferson Mental Health Services

$1,866,829.00

Gregoire v. City of Oak Harbor-Wa State Sup Court

Confidential Settlement

Smith v. Bonnell

$8,500,000.00

Plunkett v Palfinger

confidential settlement

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Education

2000

Trial Lawyer College

1983

Mercer University - Walter F. George School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1977

Georgia State University

BA

Speaking Engagements

2011

Trial Stars

Winning Story Transforms the Unwinnable Case

2010

Social Media

The Attorneys Ethical Dilemnas in the Age of Social Media

2005

Tort Law Update 2005

Tegman in Action

Languages

German

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