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Brett MacTavish Hill
also known as Brett M. Hill
About Brett
Biography
Mr. Hill concentrates his practice on construction and general litigation. He has represented owners, lenders, developers, general contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers in mediations, arbitrations and trial court litigation. He understands that each dispute requires its own unique approach and that approach is not always through litigation. Some disputes require a creative approach to the complex problem.
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Licensed in Alaska for 11 years
State: Alaska
Acquired: 2014
No misconduct found
Licensed in Oregon for 13 years
State: Oregon
Acquired: 2012
No misconduct found
Licensed in Washington for 21 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 2004
No misconduct found
Location
Ahlers & Cressman
999 3rd Ave, Suite 3800, Seattle, WA, 98104-4049
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Brett MacTavish Hill's Reviews
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Posted by Joe | October 21, 2014
Great lawyer
Brett has been very helpful with a wide variety of situations, but especially with contract negotiations and dispute resolutions. Regarding disputes, he is always very well prepared and has a knack for being firm without burning bridges with the other party. As a litigator, he has a good handle o...
Brett MacTavish Hill's Lawyer Endorsements
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"Brett is an excellent lawyer who finds solutions to complex legal problems. His clients are well-served by his hard work, amiable personality, and knowledge of the law."
"Brett is an adept lawyer with excellent litigation skills. He possesses and exemplifies the traits one would want in a lawyer- intelligence, persuasiveness, a strong work ethic. Competitive by nature, he understands how to achieve the goals of his clients in the best and most cost effective way possible. At the same time he has a down to earth sensibility that appreciates a broad range of potential solutions. He is professional, approachable, and gets favorable results."
"I have known Brett for more than four years and worked with him on several matters when we were at the same law firm. He is a very good construction lawyer who provides his clients with excellent service and practical advice. I endorse this lawyer's work."
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Experience
Honors
2015
Super Lawyer, Washington Super Lawyers
2014
Rising Star, Washington Super Lawyers
2013
Rising Star, Washington Super Lawyers
2012
Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine
2011
Rising Star, Washington Law & Politics Magazine
2010
Rising Star, Washington Law & Politics Magazine
2004
Magna Cum Laude, Seattle University School of Law
2003
Reasonable Doubts Mock Trial Competition - Third Place, Seattle University School of Law
2002
Cali Award - Civil Procedure (Highest Grade in Class), Seattle University School of Law
2002
Cali Award - Legal Writing (Highest Grade in Class), Seattle University School of Law
Work Experience
2011 - Present
Partner, Ahlers & Cressman, PLLC
2007 - 2011
Associate, Ahlers & Cressman, PLLC
2004 - 2006
Associate, Short Cressman & Burgess PLLC
2004 - 2004
Extern - Honorable Judge Zilly, Federal District Court, Western District of Washington
2003 - 2003
Summer Associate, Short Cressman & Burgess PLLC
2002 - 2003
Teaching Assistant - Property Law, Seattle University School of Law
2002 - 2002
Law Clerk, Graham Lundberg and Peschel
Associations
2014 - Present
Utility Contractors AssociationLegislative Committee Member
2014 - Present
Washington State Bar Association, Construction Law SectionCouncil Member
2014 - Present
King County Bar Association, Judiciary and Litigation CommiteeCo-Chair
2012 - Present
King County Bar Association, Judiciary and Litigation CommitteeCommittee Member
2006 - Present
Washington State Bar Association, Construction Law SectionMember
2004 - Present
King County Bar AssociationMember
2009 - 2012
National Association of Industrial and Office PropertiesDeveloping Leader
2003 - 2004
Seattle University Law ReviewResearch and Technical Editor
Sample of Legal Cases
Waldner Consulting, Inc. v. Miller Contracting, 2009 WL 2942657
Prevailed on motion to dismiss prior to trial
JPS Holdings, LLC v. WA State Dept of Ecology, 2008 WL 5510425
Defeated Dept of Ecology's Motion for Summary Judgment
Education
2004
Seattle University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1999
University of Washington -Seattle
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2012
Washington State Dept. of Labor & Industries Contractor Training Day
Contracting on Public Projects
2012
Washington State Dept. of Labor & Industries Contractor Training Day
Contracts for General Contractors
2012
Preventing Mislocates and Damage Under the New Washington One Call Statute
Utility Contractor's Perspective on Underground Facility Damage Prevention
2012
AIA Contracts in Washington
Analysis of B101 Owner/Architect Agreement
2012
AIA Contracts in Washington
Analysis of A201 Contract General Conditions
2011
Washington State Dept. of Labor & Industries Training Day, Renton, WA 5/20/2011
Contracts for General Contractors
2011
Washington State Dept. of Labor & Industries Training Day, Pasco, WA 6/24/2011
Common Legal Issues
2011
Washington State Dept. of Labor & Industries Training Day, Pasco, WA 6/24/2011
Contracts for General Contractors
2011
Washington State Dept. of Labor & Industries Contractor Training Day
Contracting on Public Projects
2011
Bonding Education Program - USDOT SBTRC
Contractor Claims and Disputes
2010
AIA Contracts in Washington
Owner/Architect Agreement
2009
Association of General Contractors
Claims and Change Orders
2008
Associated of Builders and Contractors of Washington
Construction Lien and Bond Claims
2008
AIA Contracts
Analysis of Owner/Architect Agreement
Publications
2005
AGC Newsletter
Prevailing Wages Not Required for Delivery of Materials to Construction Site
Languages
English