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Biography
Ryan W. Sternoff is a Member at Ahlers Cressman & Sleight PLLC, where he focuses his practice on representing owners, property managers, developers, general contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers in construction and real estate matters.
Mr. Sternoff’s experience extends to representing clients in the drafting and negotiation of a wide array of construction and real estate contracts, and in representing clients in the prosecution and defense of claims in state and federal court, and private arbitration. He is admitted to practice in Washington State, and in the United States District Court, and Bankruptcy Court for the Western District of Washington.
Mr. Sternoff has been named a “Rising Star” by Washington Law & Politics Magazine and Super Lawyers Magazine, for 10 consecutive years from 2010 to 2019, and has been selected as a Super Lawyer every year since 2020.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Construction and Development
80%
21 years | 400 cases
Real Estate
20%
21 years | 150 cases
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Licensed in Washington for 20 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 2005
No misconduct found
Location
Ahlers Cressman & Sleight PLLC
1325 Fourth Avenue, Suite 1850, Seattle, WA, 98101
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Posted by Wendy | August 12, 2014 | Wrongful Termination
Wrong termination (construction law related) counsel
Mr. Sternoff handled my wrongful termination case (construction law related) with an extremely high level of knowledge, great thoroughness, and dogged diligence. He kept my expectations reasonable and then over delivered with the subsequent verdict he was able to obtain. I would recommend him to an...
Ryan W Sternoff's Lawyer Endorsements
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"Ryan is a smart, hardworking, and highly skilled attorney. He truly cares about his clients and leaves no stone unturned with his thorough preparation. He also possesses the unique ability to expertly present a case in an organized and persuasive manner at trial. He is the first and only litigator I think of for a referral when I have a client or colleague dealing with construction, real estate and complex commercial disputes."
"Ryan Sternoff is a terrific attorney who provides excellent customer service and achieves outstanding results through hard work, creative thinking, and zealous advocacy."
"Ryan is a bull dog litigator and incredibly knowledgeable regarding construction law. I very much endorse this attorney’s work."
"I endorse this lawyer's work."
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Experience
Honors
2017
Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine
2016
Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine
2015
Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine
2014
Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine
2013
Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine
2012
Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine
2011
Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine
2011
Pro Bono Publico Service Commendation, Washington State Bar Association
2010
Rising Star, Washington Law & Politics Magazine
2008
Volunteer Recognition- Community Legal Services Programs, King County Bar Association
2005
Cum Laude, Seattle University School of Law
2004
CALI Award for Academic Excellence, Remedies, Seattle University School of Law- CALI
2003
Judicial Extern, King County Superior Court
Work Experience
2012 - Present
Partner, Ahlers Cressman & Sleight, PLLC
2007 - 2012
Associate, Ahlers & Cressman PLLC
2005 - 2007
Attorney, The Christensen Firm
2004 - 2005
Law Clerk, Short Cressman & Burgess PLLC
2003 - 2003
Extern, King County Superior Court for Honorable Anthony P. Wartknik
2000 - 2001
Law Clerk, Barokas Martin Ahlers & Tomlinson
Associations
2023 - Present
Legal Action Committee – Associated Builders and Contractors of Western WashingtonChair
2023 - Present
Associated Builders and Contractors of Western WashingtonDirector
2009 - Present
American Subcontractors Association of WAMember
2009 - Present
University of San Diego Alumni AssociationSeattle Alumni Chapter Committee Member
2008 - Present
American Bar AssociationForum on the Construction Industry Member
2008 - Present
Washington State Bar AssociationReal Property, Probate and Trust Section Member
2007 - Present
United States Bankruptcy Court for the Western District of WashingtonMember
2007 - Present
Associated Builders and ContractorsMember
2007 - Present
King County Bar Association,Housing Justice Project- Pro Bono Attorney
2006 - Present
Federal Bar Association (Western District of Washington Chapter)Member
2005 - Present
United States District Court for the Western District of WashingtonMember
2005 - Present
American Bar AssociationYoung Lawyers Division Member
2005 - Present
Washington State Bar AssociationMember
2005 - Present
Washington State Bar AssociationConstruction Law Section Member
2005 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2005 - Present
King County Bar AssociationMember
2011 - 2015
King County Bar Association Judicial Screening CommitteeMember
2005 - 2011
King County Bar AssociationYoung Lawyers Division Member
2005 - 2011
Washington State Bar Association,Young Lawyers Division
2001 - 2002
Phi Kappa ThetaPresident
Education
2005
Seattle University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2002
University of San Diego
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2022
National Electrical Contractors Association General Membership Meeting
Electrical Contracting Dispute Avoidance
2022
National Electrical Contractors Association
Subcontracting Fundamentals for the Electrical Subcontractor: Understanding the Issues and Protecting Your Bottom Line
2021
Associated Builders and Contractors
Construction Lien and Bond Claims in Washington: How to Get Paid!
2021
28th Annual Washington Construction Law Update
COVID-19 Update: Impact of COVID on Construction Industry, Contracts, Drafting, and Claims
2020
Associated Builders and Contractors
2020 Legal Action Training Series: Subcontract Issues
2019
National Electrical Contractors Association
Construction Law for the NECA Superintendent
2019
Associated Builders and Contractors
Contracting and Scheduling Delays
2018
WSBA Construction Law Section Midyear Meeting and CLE
Subcontract Issues
2016
NECA - Cascade Chapter Meeting
Construction Scheduling and Delays
2014
Tricks, Traps and Ploys Used in Construction Scheduling
Construction Scheduling
2014
Change Orders in Washington
Change Orders in Washington
2013
Associated Builders and Contractors
Liens, Bonds, and Insurance for Contractors
2012
Management Seminar: Liens & Bonds
Lien & Bond Claims in Washington State
2010
March SAW Luncheon
Construction Bonds: A Surety Perspective
2010
Management Seminer: Liens & Bonds
Construction Lien and Bond Claims
2009
Associated Builders and Contractors
Good Documentation Practices and Maintaining Good Customer Relations
2008
Associated Builders and Contractors: Lien and Bond Seminar
Filing Requirements for Construction Liens and Bonds in Washington State
Publications
2014
2009
AGC Works: Associated General Contractors of Washington Newsletter
Protecting Your Company’s Financial Interests During Tough Times
N/A
Ahlers & Cressman Construction Law Blog
Contributor
Languages
English