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Biography
Over 26 years trial and appeal experience.
Practice Areas
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Practice Area
Personal Injury
100%
31 years
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Licensed in Idaho for 29 years
State: Idaho
Acquired: 1996
No misconduct found
Licensed in Washington for 30 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 1995
No misconduct found
Location
Luvera Law Firm
701 5th Ave., Ste. 6700, Seattle, WA, 98104
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Posted by Marilyn Crossroads | August 14, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Business
Crossroads Pregnancy Resource Center
George has represented our organization on a number of different levels. He reviewed and helped edit our employee manual, reviewed our articles of incorporation, rewrote our by-laws and was always available to answer any legal questions. What stands out about George is his high level of integrity an...
Posted by anonymous | March 30, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Professional and knowledgeable
George Ahrend is our attorney. We have seen him present in county court, all the way to state Supreme Court. George is very well spoken and knows the law. I trust George to always make the right decisions and stand behind what he believes in. He is a strong family man and an asset to the Colimbia Bas...
Posted by Stacy | June 30, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Fantastic Attorney
Mr. Ahrend represented our family in two frivolous lawsuits filed against our family business. From the moment we retained his services, he went above and beyond to ensure we were fully informed of all of our options and educated us on the legal process along the way. Mr. Ahrend worked hard on our ...
Posted by Jerry | June 29, 2015
Great Lawyer
I’ve had the privilege to be a client of Mr. Ahrend. He is a very compassionate man and knowledgeable in what he does. With Mr. Ahrend’s high level of enthusiasm and energy, he is always professional and focused on getting the job done. I especially appreciated Mr. Ahrend’s office always keepi...
George M Ahrend's Lawyer Endorsements
"George is a rare find among lawyers. A brilliant mind, diligent as you could ask for, and a genuinely kind and decent human being. Hands down the best practicing appellate attorney I know of in Washington State. For any critical must win case, I wouldn't hesitate to use George for an appeal or refer clients to him."
"George is an amazing wealth of legal knowledge. His ability to analyze the law is above and beyond many others in the field. He is great to work with and an amazing attorney. He is passionate about the practice of law and seeking justice for the people. He is very well respected in the judicial community. I strongly endorse George."
"George is considered one of the premier lawyers in the area. He has been a resource to me in a number of cases, and his advice has helped facilitate excellent resolutions for my clients. I would strongly recommend utilizing his services, for prospective clients, and would suggest soliciting his recommendations for colleagues."
"I endorse this lawyer. George is an excellent attorney whose understanding of the development and application of the law is unsurpassed. He is highly respected by his fellow attorneys and the judiciary because of his exceptional brief writing and oratory skills as well as his impeccable character. I highly recommend George without reservation."
"I have worked with George on a number of cases, and he has always demonstrated a commitment to serving his clients ethically and with the highest level of professonalism. He is a gifted advocate and writer who keeps his eye on the human dimension of the law while at the same time bringing a sharp analytical mind to bear on his clients' problems. If I had a legal problem, I would without hesitation consult with George. His experience, his training and his dedication to his clients all make him an outstanding attorney."
"George Ahrend is one of the most skilled and most respected appellate lawyers in the state. He is an excellent writer, strategist, and oral advocate. His years of experience in appellate work have given him judgment that few lawyers can match. He is also a gracious and sincere person who is a pleasure to deal with."
"Mr. Ahrend is an extremely knowledgeable appellate attorney who has selflessly donated his time and energy to the community."
"I endorse this lawyer."
Kathryn Potvin
Personal injury lawyer
Garth Dano
Personal injury lawyer
Kristina Nichols
Appeals lawyer
Experience
Honors
2022
2022 Super Lawyer, Thomson Reuters
2021
2021 Super Lawyer, Thomson Reuters
2020
2020 Washington Super Lawyer/ Rising Star for Appellate, Super Lawyers
2019
2019 Washington Super Lawyers Top Rated Appellate Lawyer, Super Lawyers
Work Experience
2010 - Present
Member, Ahrend Law Firm PLLC
Associations
1996 - Present
Idaho State BarMember
1995 - Present
Washington State Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Fergen v. Sestero, ___ P.3d ___, WL 1086516 (2015)
Martin v. Dematic, 182 Wash.2d 281, 340 P.3d 834 (2014)
Kathryn Learner Family Trust v. Wilson, 183 Wash.App. 494, 333 P.3d 552 (2014)
Lee ex rel. Office of Grant County Prosecuting Attorney v. Jasman, 183 Wash.App. 27, 332 P.3d 1106 (2014)
Keck v. Collins, 181 Wash.App. 67, 325 P.3d 306 (2014)
Rushing ex rel. Estate of Coon v. Franklin Hills Health & Rehabilitation, 179 Wash.App. 1081 (2014)
Estate of Dormaier ex rel. Dormaier v. Columbia Basin Anesthesia, P.L.L.C., 177 Wash.App. 828, 313 P.3d 431 (2013)
Kofmehl v. Baseline Lake, LLC, 177 Wash.2d 584, 305 P.3d 230 (2013)
Rose v. FMS, Inc., 174 Wash.App. 1065 (2013)
In re Kelly and Moesslang, 170 Wash.App. 722, 287 P.3d 12 (2012)
Smith v. Stockdale, 166 Wash.App. 557, 271 P.3d 917 (2012)
Brown v. Hereford, 163 Wash.App. 1015 (2011)
Michaels v. CH2M Hill, Inc., 171 Wash.2d 587, 257 P.3d 532 (2011)
Diversified Wood Recycling, Inc. v. Johnson, 161 Wn. App. 891, 251 P.3d 908, rev. denied, 172 Wn.2d 1025 (2011)
Majerus Constr., Inc. v. Clifton, 155 Wash. App. 1041 (2010)
State v. ANJ, 168 Wash.2d 91 (2010)
Reversal of a wrongful conviction
Vargas v. Earl, U.S. Dist. Court for the Eastern Dist. of WA, No. CV-06-146-JLQ
$3 million jury verdict
In re King, 144 Wash. App. 1029 (2008)
Alvarado v. Stander, 124 Wash. App. 1003 (2004)
Barney v. Ramsden, 107 Wash. App. 1059 (2001)
Doe v. Gonzaga Univ., 143 Wash. 2d 687, 24 P.3d 390 (2001)
United States v. Tiong, 224 F.3d 1136 (2000)
Lybbert v. Grant County, 141 Wash. 2d 29, 1 P.3d 1124 (2000)
Mollotte v. Lightfoot, 99 Wash. App. 1048 (2000)
Richau v. Rayner, 98 Wash. App. 190, 988 P.2d 1052 (1999)
Argent v. United States, 124 F.3d 1277 (1997)
Nuveen Quality Income Muni. Fund Inc. v. Prudential Equity Group, LLC, 262 Fed. Appx. 822 (2008)
Keystone Fruit Marketing, Inc. v. Brownfield, 318 Fed. Appx. 459 (2008)
Education
2005
Princeton Theological Seminary
M.Div.
1995
Gonzaga University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor (magna cum laude)
1991
Wheaton College, Wheaton IL
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2015
WSAJ Annual Convention
Year in Review in the Supreme Court
2015
Benton Franklin Legal Aid - Spring CLE & Fundraiser
Overview of Appellate Law & Practice
2014
WSAJ Annual Convention
Tort Law Update – Recent Appellate Decisions
2014
Tort Law Seminar
Tort Law – Important New Supreme Court Rulings & WSAJ Amicus Committee Actions
2014
SLAPP-ocalypse: The Trap of Anti-SLAPP
The Basic Overview--What Does It Stand For And What Is It For?
2014
SLAPP-ocalypse: The Trap of Anti-SLAPP
Current Status of Issues in Appeals Courts
2013
WSAJ’s 35th Annual Insurance Law Seminar
Hot Topics in Insurance Law – Matsyuk: Show Me The Money
2013
WSAJ Pierce County Roundtable Meeting
WSAJ Amicus Case Review
2013
A Nightmare on Tort Street
The Ever-Changing Landscape
2012
WSAJ Annual Convention
Trial Court Reservation of Error
2012
Tort Law: A Year of Significant Changes
Proving Causation Without a Witness to the Incident
2012
Tort Law: A Year of Significant Changes
Proving Causation
2012
King County Office of Public Defense Noon CLE
State v. ANJ, Standards, Civil Liability, & State Constitutional Right to Counsel
2011
WSAJ Annual Convention
Developments on Arbitration and the Right to Trial by Jury—Some Scary Stuff!
2010
Tort Law Update & The Power of Being Positive
The Substantial Factor Causation Test Revisited: An Alternative To “But For” Causation
2009
WSAJ Annual Convention
WSAJ Amicus Update
2009
Washington State Office of Public Defense Appellate CLE
Effective Brief Writing
2009
Tort Trends & Victories 2009
Tort Law Appellate Case Update
Publications
2013
Gonzaga Law Review
Legislative History of the Insurance Fair Conduct Act
2013
Washington Employment Law Deskbook 3rd Edition
Overview of Employment Discrimination
Languages
English