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Biography
As a civil trial lawyer, I represent corporate, public and individual clients in a broad range of matters, including cases involving complex business disputes, fraud, employment and personal injury. I also serve as an arbitrator and mediator.
Before joining Dearmin Fogarty PLLC, I was a Lead Attorney at the Safeco Seattle Legal Department where I was staff counsel from 2001–2008. At Safeco, I defended a wide variety of claims, including wrongful death, professional negligence, products liability, admiralty, underinsured/uninsured motorist claims and cases where a reservation of rights had been issued to the client by its insurance company. I have also practiced as a commercial litigator with Riddell Williams and Williams Kastner.
With my broad range of experience, I am able to quickly analyze the matter at hand and work with our client to develop and implement an effective litgation strategy, regardless of the size of the matter. I am dedicated to zealously advocating on behalf of our clients, while striving to to treat the courts, its staff, opposing counsel and their staff respectfully and professionally.
I enjoy cooking, eating, entertaining, travel, photography, reading, hiking, and, last, but not least, hanging with our two pooches.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Litigation
25%
31 years
Personal Injury
25%
31 years
Business
20%
31 years
Employment and Labor
15%
29 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Washington for 32 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 1993
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Dearmin Fogarty PLLC
705 2nd Ave, Suite 1050, Seattle, WA, 98104
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Posted by Jennifer | February 11, 2010 | Car Accidents
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I had a car accident that I was not at-fault. Diana was extremely helpful and kept me informed on how legal proceedings happen. She was very trust worthy and I felt I was in very capable hands. I am very satisfied with her service and would recommend her to family and friends.
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"I strongly endorse this lawyer's work. Diana Dearmin is an exquisite lawyer. She is a competent and formidible litigator. I have referred clients to her office without hesitation. She practices law with compassion and a fierce work ethic."
"Diana is a smart, tough adversary and an effective advocate for her clients. It was a pleasure to work with her."
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"Diana and I work together regularly on several personal injury cases. She always provides thoughtful, effective and creative input. She also always collaborates with me on any/all issues which arise. I give Diana my highest endorsement and recommendation."
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Experience
Honors
2014
Super Lawyer, Washington Super Lawyer
2013
Super Lawyer, Washington Super Lawyer
2012
Super Lawyer, Washington Super Lawyers
2011
Super Lawyer, Washington Super Lawyers
1993
AmJur Administrative Law Award,
1993
Dean's List,
1992
Byron D. Scott Scholarship,
1992
AmJur Legal Writing II Award,
1992
Dean's List,
1991
1st Place, Client Counseling Competition,
1991
Law Review,
1991
Year-end Scholarship,
1991
Am Jur Legal Writing I Award,
1991
Dean's List,
Work Experience
2008 - Present
Member, Dearmin Fogarty PLLC
2001 - 2008
Lead Attorney, Safeco Seattle Legal
1997 - 2001
Principal, Riddell Williams P.S.
1995 - 1997
Associate, Williams, Kastner & Gibbs LLP
1995 - 1995
Law Clerk, Honorable Rosselle Pekelis, Washington State Supreme Court
1993 - 1995
Law Clerk, Honorable Rosselle Pekelis, Washington State Court of Appeals, Division I
1992 - 1992
Summer Associate, Williams, Kastner, & Gibbs LLP
Associations
2014 - Present
Washington State Bar Association, Corporate Counsel SectionMember
2014 - Present
Claims and Litigation Management AllianceMember
2009 - Present
WSBA Alternative Dispute Resolution SectionMember
2009 - Present
Washington State Bar Association, Litigation SectionMember
2002 - Present
King County Bar AssociationLegal Clinic Volunteer
1993 - Present
Washington State Bar AssociationMember
King County Bar Association
Member
U.S. District Court, Western District of Washington
Rule 39.1 Mediator
Federal Bar Association, Western District of WA
Member
Washington Women Lawyers (King County chapter)
Member
WSBA Alternative Dispute Resolution Section
2012 - 2014
Magnolia Community CouncilPast President
2010 - 2012
Magnolia Community CouncilPresident
2009 - 2009
Magnolia Community CouncilVice President
2008 - 2009
Magnolia Community CouncilTrustee
2006 - 2007
Safeco Street LawVolunteer
2006 - 2007
Safeco National CLE CommitteeMember
2003 - 2008
Safeco Seattle Legal DepartmentLaw Clerk Committee Chair
2002 - 2008
Safeco Seattle Legal DepartmentLaw Clerk Mentor
2001 - 2001
Riddell Williams P.S.Summer Associate Hiring Chair
Education
1993
Seattle University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor, Summa Cum Laude
1987
University of Washington
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2013
10th Annual Ethics Workout
Ethical Pitfalls of Using Social Media for Legal Marketing
2012
Washington Defense Trial Lawyers Defense Practice Academy
Tips for Successful Motions Practice
2012
Starbucks Lunch & Learn
Avoiding Ethical Pitfalls with E-Discovery
2011
WSBA CLE How to Handle Your First/Next Motor Vehicle Accident Case
MAR Cases: An Arbirtator's Perspective
2011
NBI How to Deal with Impossible Clients, Witnesses and Opposing Counsel in Litigation
Ethical Conduct - Recognizing When Your Advocacy Exceeds the Bounds of "Conscientious and Ardent"
2011
King County Bar Association YLD, Bridging the Gap Program
Ethical Obligations of Lawyers Tweeting, Blogging and Marketing
2011
E-Discovery for Fun and Profit: Federal Law, Washington Law, and Practical Considerations CLE
Avoiding Ethical Pitfalls with E-Discovery and Social Media
2010
WSBA Office of Disciplinary Counsel Internal CLE
Potential Ethical Pitfalls of Attorney Online Social Networking & Advertising
2010
Schwabe, Williamson & Wyatt Ethics CLE
Potential Ethical Pitfalls Associated with Attorney Use of Social Network Sites for Marketing
2010
Lawyer as Detective: Effectively & Ethically Doing Informal Discovery
Risk/Reward of Using Informal Evidence in Mediations, Motions, and at Trial
2010
Ethical Use of Business and Law Office Technologies- Half Moon CLE
Recognizing Legal and Ethical Issues in Internet Communications
2010
8th Annual Law of Lawyering CLE
Ethical Obligations of Tweeting, Blogging & Marketing & Advertising
2009
NBI Lessons Learned from Key Bad Faith Court Rulings
When an Insurer's Unreasonable Delay in Claims Handling & Payment Can Give Rise to a Bad Faith Action
2009
NBI Lessons Learned from Key Bad Faith Court Rulings
Underpayment of Benefits and Bad Faith
2009
NBI Handling The Auto Injury Claim
Initial Investigations, Evidence Considerations, & Preparing Trial Witnesses
2008
Advanced Automobile Accident Litigation
2008 Case Law & Legislative Update
2007
Safeco Fast Forward Leadership Program
Risk-taking
2007
Practicing Law in Seattle: A Symposium for Minority Summer Associates
Internal and External Effects of Corporate Diversity
2006
Safeco Street Law Program
Mock Trial
2004
Career Services Panelist, Seattle University Law School
Insurance Defense Practice
2001
Riddell Williams Client Briefing
Litigating Technology Disputes
2001
Mealey’s IT Systems Failure Conference
Where the Tire Meets the Road: Whether to Accept or Reject a Troubled System
Publications
2011
NBI How to Deal with Impossible Clients, Witnesses and Opposing Counsel in Litigation
Ethical Conduct - Recognizing When Your Advocacy Exceeds the Bounds of "Conscientious and Ardent"
2010
Washington State Bar Association
Lawyers Tweeting, Blogging, and IMing — Oh My!
2010
Ethical Use of Business and Law Office Technologies -Half Moon CLE
Recognizing Legal and Ethical Issues in Internet Communications
2010
Seattle Times
Sound Transit buying Beacon Hill house on edge of hole
2009
NBI Lessons Learned from Key Bad Faith Court Rulings
When an Insurer’s “Unreasonable” Delay in Claims Handling & Payment Can Give Rise to a Bad Faith Action
2009
NBI Handling The Auto Injury Claim
Initial Investigations, Evidence Considerations, & Preparing Trial Witnesses
2009
NBI Lessons Learned from Key Bad Faith Court Rulings
Underpayment of Benefits and Bad Faith
2008
NBI Advanced Automobile Accident Litigation CLE
2008 Case Law & Legislative Update
2001
Mealey’s IT Systems Failure Conference
Co-author “Where the Tire Meets the Road: Whether to Accept or Reject a Troubled System"
Languages
English