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Brett MacTavish Hill

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  • Seattle, WA
  • Licensed for 16 years
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About Brett

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.

Practice areas

InsuranceLitigationConstruction and development
  1. Construction and development: 50%

    17 years

  2. Litigation: 40%

    17 years

  3. Insurance: 10%

    17 years

Languages spoken

English

Contact

999 3rd Ave
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Ahlers & Cressman

999 3rd Ave
Suite 3800
Seattle, WA, 98104-4049

      Resume

      License
      StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
      AKActive201412/27/2020
      ORActive201202/10/2021
      WAActive200402/24/2021
      We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
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      Awards
      Award nameGrantorDate granted
      Super LawyerWashington Super Lawyers2015
      Rising StarWashington Super Lawyers2014
      Rising StarWashington Super Lawyers2013
      Rising StarSuper Lawyers Magazine2012
      Rising StarWashington Law & Politics Magazine2011
      Rising StarWashington Law & Politics Magazine2010
      Magna Cum LaudeSeattle University School of Law2004
      Reasonable Doubts Mock Trial Competition - Third PlaceSeattle University School of Law2003
      Cali Award - Civil Procedure (Highest Grade in Class)Seattle University School of Law2002
      Cali Award - Legal Writing (Highest Grade in Class)Seattle University School of Law2002
      Work Experience
      TitleCompany nameDuration
      PartnerAhlers & Cressman, PLLC2011 - Present
      AssociateAhlers & Cressman, PLLC2007 - 2011
      AssociateShort Cressman & Burgess PLLC2004 - 2006
      Extern - Honorable Judge ZillyFederal District Court, Western District of Washington2004 - 2004
      Summer AssociateShort Cressman & Burgess PLLC2003 - 2003
      Teaching Assistant - Property LawSeattle University School of Law2002 - 2003
      Law ClerkGraham Lundberg and Peschel2002 - 2002
      Associations
      Association namePosition nameDuration
      Utility Contractors AssociationLegislative Committee Member2014 - Present
      Washington State Bar Association, Construction Law SectionCouncil Member2014 - Present
      King County Bar Association, Judiciary and Litigation CommiteeCo-Chair2014 - Present
      King County Bar Association, Judiciary and Litigation CommitteeCommittee Member2012 - Present
      Washington State Bar Association, Construction Law SectionMember2006 - Present
      King County Bar AssociationMember2004 - Present
      National Association of Industrial and Office PropertiesDeveloping Leader2009 - 2012
      Seattle University Law ReviewResearch and Technical Editor2003 - 2004
      Publications
      Publication nameTitleDate
      AGC NewsletterPrevailing Wages Not Required for Delivery of Materials to Construction Site2005
      Education
      School nameDegreeGraduated
      Seattle University School of LawJD - Juris Doctor2004
      University of Washington -SeattleBS - Bachelor of Science1999
      Speaking Engagements
      Conference nameTitleDate
      Preventing Mislocates and Damage Under the New Washington One Call StatuteUtility Contractor's Perspective on Underground Facility Damage Prevention2012
      AIA Contracts in WashingtonAnalysis of A201 Contract General Conditions2012
      AIA Contracts in WashingtonAnalysis of B101 Owner/Architect Agreement2012
      Washington State Dept. of Labor & Industries Contractor Training DayContracts for General Contractors2012
      Washington State Dept. of Labor & Industries Contractor Training DayContracting on Public Projects2012
      Bonding Education Program - USDOT SBTRCContractor Claims and Disputes2011
      Washington State Dept. of Labor & Industries Contractor Training DayContracting on Public Projects2011
      Washington State Dept. of Labor & Industries Training Day, Renton, WA 5/20/2011Contracts for General Contractors2011
      Washington State Dept. of Labor & Industries Training Day, Pasco, WA 6/24/2011Contracts for General Contractors2011
      Washington State Dept. of Labor & Industries Training Day, Pasco, WA 6/24/2011Common Legal Issues2011
      AIA Contracts in WashingtonOwner/Architect Agreement2010
      Association of General ContractorsClaims and Change Orders2009
      AIA ContractsAnalysis of Owner/Architect Agreement2008
      Associated of Builders and Contractors of WashingtonConstruction Lien and Bond Claims2008
      Legal cases
      Case nameOutcome
      JPS Holdings, LLC v. WA State Dept of Ecology, 2008 WL 5510425Defeated Dept of Ecology's Motion for Summary Judgment
      Waldner Consulting, Inc. v. Miller Contracting, 2009 WL 2942657Prevailed on motion to dismiss prior to trial

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      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 on what will or won't stand up in court, so we are always able to realistically assess our risks. Regarding negotiations, he is adept at adding protective language without killing the deal. He knows what's worth fighting for and what you can just let go. His fees are always reasonable without a bunch of fluff, and he's easy to work with.

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      Masaki Yamada, Construction and development Attorney on Jun 11, 2015
      Relationship: Co-worker

      I endorse this lawyer.

      Jon Zimmerman, Litigation Attorney on Nov 12, 2011
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      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.

      Brian Beattie, Construction and development Attorney on May 23, 2008
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      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.

      Ryan Sternoff, Construction and development Attorney on Feb 29, 2008
      Relationship: Co-worker

      I endorse this lawyer's work.

      David Herrman, Construction and development Attorney on Feb 29, 2008
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      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.

      Bradley Evens, Construction and development Attorney on Feb 2, 2008
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I am always confident in referring clients to this lawyer. I endorse this lawyer's work.