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Joshua L Brothers
also known as Josh Brothers
About Joshua
Biography
Joshua L. Brothers is an attorney with a longstanding commitment to disability and elder law. A partner at Brothers Henderson Durkin, P.S. for over ten years, he focuses on litigation and settlement planning, special needs trusts, estate planning, guardianship, probate, and public benefits advocacy. His practice reflects a deep commitment to supporting individuals with disabilities and their families.
Josh serves on several community and legal organization boards, including the Brain Injury Alliance of Washington and the Washington State Association for Justice CLE Committee. His previous roles include President of the Arc of King County Board and CLE Co-Chair for the King County Bar Association's Guardianship and Elder Law Section. He also contributes to the Arc of Washington State and the Autism Society of Washington’s Professional Advisory Board.
Named a Super Lawyer from 2019 through 2024 and a Rising Star in 2009 and 2010, Josh regularly speaks at legal seminars and public forums. Outside the office, he enjoys surfing, skiing, and spending time with his wife, two daughters, and their dogs. In 1999, he participated in the Journey of Hope, a cross-country cycling event benefiting individuals with disabilities.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Education
20%
Estate Planning
20%
Guardianship
20%
Litigation
20%
Fees and Rates
Licenses
Licensed in Oregon for 8 years
State: Oregon
Acquired: 2017
No misconduct found
Licensed in Washington for 21 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 2004
No misconduct found
Location
Brothers Henderson Durkin, P.S.
(833) 692-4714
Mobile
936 N 34th Street, Suite 200, Seattle, WA, 98103
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Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, Washington Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Washington Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Washington Super Lawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, Washington Super Lawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, Washington Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, Washington Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, Washington Super Lawyers
2021
Super Lawyer, Washington Super Lawyers
2021
Super Lawyer, Washington Super Lawyers
2020
Super Lawyer, Washington Super Lawyers
2020
Super Lawyer, Washington Super Lawyers
2019
Super Lawyer, Washington Super Lawyers
2019
Super Lawyer, Washington Super Lawyers
2010
Rising Star, Washington Super Lawyers
2009
Rising Star, Washington Super Lawyers
Work Experience
2007 - Present
Partner, Brothers Henderson Durkin, P.S.
1999 - 2008
Attorney, Brothers Henderson Durkin, P.S.
Associations
2017 - Present
Oregon State Bar AssociationMember
2004 - Present
Washington State Bar AssociationMember
2004 - Present
U.S. District Court for the Western District of Washington
Arc of King County
Past President of the Board of Directors
Autism Society of America (ASA)
Member
Autism Society of Washington
Advisory Board
National Downs Syndrome Congress
Member
King County Bar Association
Member
Washington State Association for Justice
CLE Committee
Academy of Special Needs Planners
Member
Brain Injury Alliance of Washington
Board of Directors
Arc of Washington State
Board of Directors
King County Bar Association, Guardianship and Elder Law Section
Past CLE CO-Chair
Tyee Sports Council
Advisory Board
Education
2004
University of San Diego School of Law
J.D.
2000
University of Washington
B.A., Political Science
Speaking Engagements
2017
Bernstein Private Wealth Management
Special Needs Planning for the High Net Worth Family
2016
Washington State Bar Association, Effective Tools for the 21st Century Litigator
Ethics in Representing Minors and Individuals with Diminished Capacity
2016
Washington State Association for Justice, Subrogation Seminar
Resolving Medicaid Liens with the Health Care Authority
2016
The Washington Academy of Elder Law Attorneys, 2016 Fall CLE & Annual Meeting
Effective Use of Trust Protectors
2016
SeminarWeb
The Evolving Impact of the ACA and Medicaid Expansion at Settlement
2016
North American Brain Injury Society, 29th Annual Legal Conference on Brain Injury
Ethical Considerations in Brain Injury Cases
2016
King County Bar Association, Title 11.88 Guardian ad Litem Training
Anderson v. Dussault Overview
2015
University of Washington LL.M Program, Drafting Estate Planning Documents
Special Needs Planning and Elder Law
2015
North American Brain Injury Society, 28th Annual Legal Conference on Brain Injury
Ethics and TBI Issues: Medicare Set-Asides, Settlement Issues and Coordination of Government Benefits
2015
National Business Institute, Damages in Personal Injury
Subrogation, Liens and Damages
2015
King County Bar Association, Settlement Guardian ad Litem Training
Resolution of Claims Against the Recovery
2015
King County Bar Association, Settlement Guardian ad Litem Training
Apportionment of Recovery Upon Death
Publications
2016
Washington State Association for Justice, Washington Subrogation Deskbook
Resolving Medicaid Liens with the Health Care Authority
2014
Academy of Special Needs Planners
The Future of Medicaid Lien Resolution in Limbo Following Passage of Bipartisan Budget Act of 2013
2006
King County Bar Association Bar Bulletin,
Guardianship & Alternatives
2006
Washington Rain, Autism Society of Washington
IDEA Reauthorization
2005
Every Child Magazine
Legislative Update