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Steven V. Gibbons
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Biography
Dedicated to providing aggressive but reasonable representation at a fair price and cost-effective resolution to even complex legal problems.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Admiralty and Maritime
70%
42 years | 450 cases
Litigation
30%
42 years | 650 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
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Licensed in Washington for 41 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 1984
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Location
Gibbons & Associates, P.S.
601 Union Street Ste 2600, Seattle, WA, 98101-4000
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Steven V. Gibbons's Reviews
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Posted by Tim | March 08, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor
Wages contract
Mr. Gibbons was incredible to work with. He helped us when everything felt lost. He was very fair with his costs and he helped us recover wages and expenses in a timely manner.
Posted by David | July 14, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Accident lawsuit maritime
Steve is absolutely one really awesome lawyer and person would recommend him to anyone that has a legitimate case, what he is and how thorough he is is amazing. I told him win lose or draw i would always want to in touch with him!!!!! And I said that way before he kick you what in court against some ...
Posted by Ruby | May 20, 2013
EXCEPTIONAL ATTORNEY
Steve Gibbons is an outstanding attorney and I give him the highest rating possible. He is smart, engaged, has impeccable integrity, generates a positive/winning outcome and easy to work with. I totally trust him and his legal expertise. He is a truly honest, first-rate attorney and an all around gre...
Posted by anonymous | August 10, 2011
Business Owner
Excellent attorney who left no stone unturned to handle our case. Was always very prepared. Would defintely use again.
Posted by anonymous | January 30, 2009 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Appreciate his integrity
Steve helped me through my lawsuit in a professional even handed way. He was ethical and helpful. I recommend him without hesitation.
Steven V. Gibbons's Lawyer Endorsements
"I've known Steve as a lawyer for nearly 30 years. He is an excellent litigator with a brilliant intellect. He connects well with his clients and with the courts."
"I endorse this lawyer. Steve is a skilled litigator. I refer to him with confidence."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have opposed Steve on a number of prior occasions over the past 20+ years. He is a consummate professional, smart, and an effective advocate for his clients."
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Personal injury lawyer
Carol Johnston
Medical malpractice lawyer
Scott Collins
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Experience
Honors
2013
OUPV & Master of Sea, Motor or Auxillary Sail, U.S. Coast Guard
Work Experience
2003 - Present
Owner, Gibbons & Associates, P.S.
1999 - 2003
Of Counsel, Christensen O'Connor Johnson Kindness PLLC
1994 - 1999
Partner, Smith & Gibbons
1991 - 1994
Partner, Garvey Schubert Barer
1985 - 1991
Associate, Elected to Partnership, Lane Powell
1983 - 1985
Associate, Diamond & Sylvester
Associations
1984 - Present
Maritime Law Association of the United StatesProctor in Admiralty
American International Property Law Association
Sample of Legal Cases
Zielinski v. Time Bandit
Prevailed, with seven figure jury verdict
Zielinski v. Time Bandit
Prevailed, with seven figure jury verdict
Energy Heating v. Heat-on-the=Fly
Prevailed
Trident Seafoods v. Triton Seafoods
Prevailed for Plaintiff in Trademark case
Precore v. Life Fitness
Prevailed in patent infringement action
Carpenter v. Universal Star Shipping
Successfully defended claim against vessel owner
All Alaskan Seafoods v. M/V SEA PRODUCER
Significant recovery on cargo claim
Education
2013
United States Maritime Academy
Certificates of Training
1983
George Washington University National Law Center
JD - Juris Doctor
1980
Brigham Young University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
1998
Maritime Law Conferences
Personal Injury and Wrongful Death Claims and Defenses
1997
Export-Import 97
International Shipping Documentation
1995
King County Bar Association, Maritime Law Section
Jones Act Personal Injury Claims and Defenses
1989
Annual Meeting, Maritime Law Association
Proposal to Judiciary Committee of United States Congress regarding Time Limits in Admirlaty Appeals (Adopted)
Languages
Spanish
English