I am a civil rights attorney with over two decades of litigation experience. I co-founded Budge & Heipt, PLLC, a law firm that represents victims of police brutality and jail/prison mistreatment. Our track records speaks for itself. My law partner and I have won multiple high profile cases, including some of the largest verdicts and settlements in the country for victims of civil rights violations. Please visit for more information about me and my law firm.
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Acquired: 1998
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State: District of Columbia
Acquired: 1997
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State: California
Acquired: 1995
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808 East Roy Street, Seattle, WA, 98102
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Posted by anonymous | July 24, 2018
Fantastic Lawyer
Erik is a superstar lawyer and an incredibly caring individual. Unbeatable combination.
"Erik is a superstar in civil rights law. His commitment to his clients, their cases, and the cause of justice, is extraordinary -- as are the results he achieves. I strongly endorse Erik."
"Erik is a terrific attorney. He is a skilled advocate, and is committed to obtaining the best possible results for his clients. He is not afraid to take on huge corporations, insurance companies or the government."
"Erik is a stellar advocate. Highly skilled and knowledgeable, he is a leading lawyer in the civil rights community. I have known Erik for more than ten years. He is deeply committed to achieving justice for his clients, and is very successful at doing so. His clients are lucky to be represented by him, and I strongly endorse Erik."
"Eric prepares for trial harder than any other lawyer I know. His success in the courtroom is a testament to his formidable skills and rapport with jurors."
"Erik is one of the most successful trial lawyers in the Northwest, as well as one of the most modest. His belief in civil rights and bringing the fight to government and corporate institutions that harm individuals is (and always has been) inspiring to me and my colleagues."
"If a friend or family member needed an attorney for a serious civil rights matter, Erik would be one of my top recommendations. Clients who hire Erik can expect exceptional representation from a passionate, intelligent, highly skilled advocate who is willing to go the distance in pursuit of justice. He has an excellent reputation among plaintiff attorneys and is generally regarded as being a top lawyer in his field."
"Erik is an excellent lawyer, and even better trial lawyer who consistently brings righteous cases that achieve impressive compensation for his clients and make society a little better along the way. He is also a pleasure to consult with and a great asset to Washington's civil rights bar."
"I endorse this lawyer. Erik is a highly skilled lawyer with a passion for justice. His skill, dedication and hard work yield tremendous results for his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Erik for ten to fifteen years. Erik is a superb civil rights lawyer with a fine record success. He is also a caring and sharing individual."
"I enthusiastically endorse Erik Heipt and would hire him in the event that I needed a civil rights attorney. He is a tenacious advocate who gets results for his clients. Erik is an oustanding attorney and is very highly regarded by his colleagues in the legal profession."
"Eric Heipt is a phenomenal lawyer. I have worked alongside Erik for over eleven years, and continue to be amazed at his highly skilled effectiveness. His intelligence, tenacity, creativity and attention to detail are simply unmatched. His trial preparation is unparalleled, from his exhaustive investigation and research, to his ingenious discovery techniques, and his selection of expert witnesses. His courtroom polish is rivaled only by his deep devotion to his clients. His ability to listen with such compassion, coupled with his outstanding lawyering, allow him to achieve such profound success for his clients. I emphatically endorse Erik."
"Erik gives his clients individual attention and exceptional representation. Every time. He is a smart litigator with exceptional work ethic. He cares about people and gets results. Erik holds a well deserved reputation as an excellent lawyer in the community. I'd hire him!"
"Eric is a phenomenal attorney. He works tirelessly for his clients and their rights; he leaves no stone unturned, and always goes the extra mile to ensure he obtains the very best outcome for his clients. I refer Eric with an abundance of confidence. "
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1998 - Present
Partner, Budge & Heipt, PLLC
1995 - 1998
Litigation Associate, Fried, Frank, Harris, Shriver & Jacobson, LLP
1994 - 1995
Judicial Law Clerk, Hawaii Supreme Court
2003 - Present
United States Court of Appeals For the Ninth CircuitAdmitted
1999 - Present
United States District Court for the Western District of WashingtonAdmitted
1998 - Present
Washington State Bar AssociationMember
1995 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaMember
$8 Million Jury Verdict
$5.5 Million Settlement
$5 Million Jury Verdict
$1.75 Million Settlement
$1.6 Million Settlement
$1 Million Post-Trial Settlement
$1 Million Post-Trial Settlement
$6.7 million-dollar settlement
1994
JD - Juris Doctor
1991
BA - Bachelor of Arts
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