Nigel P Avilez

Nigel P Avilez

5.0
Rating: 8.0

Licensed for 20 years

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

2737 78th Avenue SE., Suite 201, Mercer Island, WA

About Nigel

Practice Areas

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Practice Area

Employment and Labor 100%

My practice focuses on on counseling businesses on independent contractor compliance issues, including reviewing propriety of independent contractor classifications, advising on independent contractor policies and best practices, and preparing independent contractor agreements tuned to state and federal agency regulations. I also regularly represent businesses in independent contractor audits and in appealing audit determinations.

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Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 20 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 2005

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Location

Mercer Law PLLC

2737 78th Avenue SE., Suite 201, Mercer Island, WA, 98101

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Nigel P Avilez's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

2 Client Reviews

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Posted by Shawna | November 21, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Exceptional Legal Support – Highly Recommended!

I had the pleasure of working with Nigel Avilez and his team at the Mercer Law PLLC of the case, L&I Assessment, and I couldn’t be more impressed with the level of service and dedication provided. From the beginning, Mr. Avilez and his team took the time to thoroughly explain my options, making su...re I understood the legal process in detail. They were not only highly knowledgeable and professional, but also compassionate and attentive, ensuring that I felt supported every step of the way. What stood out most to me was their responsiveness – I never had to wait long for a reply, and they always made sure to keep me updated throughout the L&I assessment. Their ability to navigate complex matters and negotiate was exceptional, and I felt confident throughout the entire process. Ultimately, Mr. Nigel and his team delivered outstanding results, and I am grateful for the positive outcome. I highly recommend their services to anyone in need of Labor & Industry issues in need of expert legal counsel. If you’re looking for a skilled, trustworthy attorney, look no further! Shawna P. Renton, WA 2024

Posted by anonymous | April 22, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

exceptional expertise and effective consultant

Nigel clearly explained to me the varying definitions of worker classifications used by federal and state agencies. I hired him to assist me in ensuring compliance with all statutes and judge made law, including drafting employment agreements. I Doubt you can find any attorney w/ more experience in w...orker classification at the state level.

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Nigel P Avilez's Lawyer Endorsements

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Kenneth Matejka

Litigation lawyer | Apr 29

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Noelle Kvasnosky

Litigation lawyer | Mar 21

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Nigel's tenacity in the courtroom, and persuasive writing skills, bely his ever courteous and unerringly professional demeanor. An oustanding writer, this is the lawyer you want on your side when the outcome of the case will make or break a company."

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Jennifer Small

Employment and labor lawyer | Mar 18

Relationship: Co-worker

"Nigel is a fantastic writer and lawyer, and the best brief writer I know."

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Experience

Rating:  8.0 (Excellent)

Honors

2014

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2013

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

Work Experience

2012 - Present

Attorney/Owner, Mercer Law PLLC

2005 - 2012

Attorney, Davis Wright Tremaine, LLP

Associations

Washington State Bar Association

Member

Loren Miller Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Paterson v. Little, Brown & Co.

Summary judgment granted on July 25, 2007.

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Education

N/A

Seattle University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

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John Brown University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Publications

2014

Mercer Law PLLC Independent Contractor Law Blog One of the Biggest Mistakes you can Make in an Audit. And Other Mistakes.

2014

Mercer Law PLLC Independent Contractor Law Blog In an IRS Employment Tax Audit? Can Section 530 Help You?

2014

Mercer Law PLLC Independent Contractor Law Blog Devastated by an ESD Audit? Can an “Offer in Compromise” work for you?

2014

Mercer Law PLLC Independent Contractor Law Blog Failed The Independent Contractor Test? These Exemptions May Apply.

2014

Mercer Law PLLC Independent Contractor Law Blog Noncompetes in Independent Contractor Agreements? Tread carefully…

2014

Mercer Law PLLC Independent Contractor Law Blog Independent Contractor Records You Absolutely Must Keep

2014

Mercer Law PLLC Independent Contractor Law Blog My Business Misclassifies Workers as Independent Contractors. So What?

2014

Mercer Law PLLC Independent Contractor Law Blog Independent Contractor Agreements: A Must-Have.

2013

Mercer Law PLLC Independent Contractor Law Blog 10 Common Mistakes Businesses With Independent Contractors Make

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