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Biography
Bruce Winchell focuses his practice on business litigation, insurance coverage litigation, and business advice. Bruce has extensive trial, arbitration and mediation experience with a focus on preventing and efficiently resolving disputes.
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Licensed in Oregon for 17 years
State: Oregon
Acquired: 2009
No misconduct found
Licensed in Washington for 41 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 1984
No misconduct found
Location
Mills Meyers Swartling P.S.
1000 2nd Ave., Suite. 3000, Seattle, WA, 98104-1064
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Posted by anonymous | June 22, 2009 | Insurance
The consumate professional
I've had the honor of knowing Bruce since the early 1990's. We are both members of a family based nonprofit organization. He is a past board member and officer, and is a current "finance sub-committee" member. His service, and expertise, to the organization in matters of law, insurance, and a...
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Insurance lawyer
Experience
Honors
2018
Best Lawyers In America, Professional Malpractice Law, Best Lawyers In America®
2018
Best Lawyers In America, Insurance Law, Best Lawyers in America®
2017
Best Lawyers In America, Professional Malpractice Law, Best Lawyers In America®
2017
Top Attorneys in Washington, Seattle Met Magazine
2017
Super Lawyers®, Thomson Reuters
2017
Best Lawyers In America, Insurance Law, Best Lawyers In America®
2016
Best Lawyers In America, Insurance Law, Best Lawyers In America®
2016
Top Attorneys in Washington, Seattle Met Magazine
2016
Super Lawyers®, Thomson Reuters
2016
Best Lawyers In America, Professional Malpractice Law, Best Lawyers In America®
2015
Best Lawyers In America, Insurance Law, Best Lawyers In America®
2015
Top Attorneys in Washington, Seattle Met Magazine
2015
Super Lawyers®, Thomson Reuters
2015
Best Lawyers In America, Professional Malpractice Law, Best Lawyers In America®
2014
Best Lawyers In America, Insurance Law, Best Lawyers In America®
2014
Super Lawyers®, Thomson Reuters
2014
Best Lawyers In America, Professional Malpractice Law, Best Lawyers In America®
2013
Seattle’s Top Rated Lawyers®, Insurance Law, National Law Journal
2013
Super Lawyers®, Thomson Reuters
2013
Best Lawyers In America®, Insurance & Professional Malpractice, Best Lawyers In America®
2012
Seattle’s Top Rated Lawyers®, Insurance Law, The National Law Journal
2012
Super Lawyers®, Thomson Reuters
2012
Best Lawyers In America®, Insurance & Professional Malpractice, Best Lawyers In America®
2011
Super Lawyers®, Thomson Reuters
2011
Best Lawyers In America®, Insurance & Professional Malpractice, Best Lawyers In America®
2010
Best Lawyers In America®, Insurance Law, Best Lawyers In America®
2010
Seattle Top Lawyers, Seattle Metropolitan Magazine
2010
Washington Super Lawyers, Washington Law & Politics Magazine
2009
Best Lawyers In America®, Insurance Law, Best Lawyers In America®
2008
Selected to Best Lawyers In America®, Best Lawyers In America®
Work Experience
1997 - Present
Shareholder, Mills Meyers Swartling
1991 - 1997
Partner, Lane Powell
1984 - 1991
Associate, Lane Powell
1978 - 1981
Certified Public Accountant, Arthur Anderson & Co
Associations
Washington State Bar Association
Member
Wedgewood Swim Club
Past Board Member & Past Board Chair
William L. Dwyer Inn of Court
Member
Bayview Senior Housing Community
Board Member
University of Washington School of Law
Mentor
American Bar Association
Member
Federal Bar Association
Member
Seattle World School
Volunteer Tutor
Bayview Senior Housing Community
Board Chair
King County Association for Sickle Cell Anemia
Board Member, Officer
Moot Court and Mock Trial Competitions
Frequent Judge
2012 - 2012
United Friends Group HomeBoard of Governors
2004 - 2005
Washington State Bar Association, Litigation SectionChair
2001 - 2006
Washington State Bar AssociationExecutive Committee
2001 - 2008
King County Judicial Campaign Ethics CommitteeMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Insurance Coverage
Commercial Claim
Professional Practice
Coverage Claim
Legal Services Coordination
Trial & Appeal
Obtained verdict in favor of client
Education
1984
University of Washington School of Law
JD
1978
Southern Illinois University
BA
1978
Certified Public Accountant
CPA
Speaking Engagements
2015
Personal Injury Claims: The insurance Defense Perspective
Insurer's Defense of Insured: Ethical Traps
2013
WSBA CLE "Pre-Trial Practice" Seminar, Author & Presenter
Tips for Effective and Efficient Case Management: Streamlining Cases without Sacrificing Quality
2013
Insurance Law: The Litigation Process, Program Co-chair and Presenter
Written Discovery
2013
Insurance Bad Faith Law in Washington State, Author & Presenter
Duty of Defense Counsel
2012
WSBA CLE Seminar, Co-chair
Insurance Law 301: Intermediate and Advanced Insights and Updates
2012
Insurance Fundamentals for Personal Injury Practice
Ethical Dilemmas
2011
Washington State Bar Association
Property Policies: Insurance Law 201
2011
National Business Institure
Overview of Property Policies: Insurance Law 201
2010
Washington State Bar Association
Bad Faith in Washington, Insurance Law Primer: Understanding the Essential Components
2010
National Business Institute
Gather Information Critical to Your Case, Bad Faith Insurance Claims in Washington
2010
National Business Institute
Bad Faith and Consent Judgments, Construction Defect Litigation: From A to Z
2009
National Business Institute
Real-Life Resolution Strategies of Bad Faith Claims: Discovery in Washington
2009
National Business Institute
Keys to Successful Bad Faith Litigation
2008
National Business Institute
Insurance Coverage Litigation: Ethical Issues in Insurance Law
2008
National Business Institute
Bad Faith Insurance Claims in Washington: Emerging Issues in Washington Insurance Law
2007
National Business Institute
Bad Faith Insurance Claims in Washington: Policy Holder's Perspective
2005
National Business Institute
Clarifying the Policy's Intent: Keys to Litigating Washington Bad Faith Cases
2004
National Business Institute
Discovery in Washington Bad Faith LItigation: Depositions--Plaintiff Perspective
2003
National Business Institute
Discovery in Washington Bad Faith Litigation: Discovery Techinques from the Plaintiff's Perspective
2000
National Business Institute
Bad Faith Litigation in Washington: The Ins and Outs of Discovery
1999
Washington State Bar Association
Insurance Coverage for the Year 2000 Computer Problems
1992
Litigation Services Conference
Accountant's Liability
Publications
2015
LexisNexis Practice Guide: Washington Insurance Litigation
Contributing Author
2013
Insurance Bad Faith Law in Washington State
Duty of Defense Counsel
2013
WSBA Litigation News, Vol. 25, No. 4
Tips for Effective and Efficient Case Management: Streamlining Cases Without Sacrificing Quality
2011
Coursebook
Overview of Property Policies
2011
Coursebook
Property Policies, Insurance Law
2010
Coursebook
Gather Information Critical to Your Case, Bad Faith Insurance Claims in Washington
2010
Cousebook
Bad Faith in Washington, Insurance Law Primer: Understanding the Essential Components
2010
Coursebook
Bad Faith and Consent Judgments, Construction Defect Litigation: From A to Z
2009
Coursebook
Plaintiff's Discovery and Damages, Bad Faith Claims
2009
Coursebook
Bad Faith Litigation, Insurance Coverage Litigation
2008
Coursebook
Gather Information Critical to Your Case, Bad Faith Insurance Claims in Washington
2008
Coursebook
Common Ethical Issues and How To Respond, Insurance Coverage Litigation
Languages
English