Leslie J Hagin

Leslie J Hagin

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 31 years

Employment and labor Lawyer at Seattle, WA
Practice Areas: Employment & Labor, Criminal Defense

1500 Hoge Building, 705 Second Avenue; Ste. 1500, Seattle, WA

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Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 26 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 1999

Inactive

No misconduct found

Licensed in District of Columbia for 29 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 1997

Administratively Suspended - Non-Payment of Dues

No misconduct found

Licensed in Texas for 31 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 1994

Not Eligible to Practice - Administrative Suspension

No misconduct found

Location

MacDonald Hoague & Bayless

1500 Hoge Building, 705 Second Avenue; Ste. 1500, Seattle, WA, 98104

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Leslie J Hagin's Reviews

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11 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | May 05, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor

Relentless Advocate

Leslie Hagin is an remarkable attorney. She is a relentless advocate for her clients and her care, professionalism, empathy and determination are surpassed by none. Her rich knowledge of employment law, her directness, and her trust made this experience incredibly empowering for me. I was in a p...lace of overwhelm and defeat when I first met with Leslie. I had experienced difficulties with my employer that had rendered me confused and upset. I was in a bit of disbelief regarding how I (and others) were treated and how something like this could happen. As I shared my case at that first consultation, Leslie listened patiently. She was understanding and compassionate. At the end of our meeting when she told me she would be honored to take my case, I felt like I was able to finally breathe again. Leslie fought for me and believed in my case for a long time, to successful outcome. This journey, and the particular conclusion Leslie advocated for, has been restorative, healing and hopeful. My family and I could not have asked for a better resolution. I have Leslie Hagin and her boldness to thank for that. I am incredibly lucky to have been referred to her.

Posted by S. | December 14, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor

Absolutely the Best

Leslie Hagin has been my legal counsel for years. We've worked on a range of issues: HR, LLC formation, and merger contractual negotiations. We have had successful outcomes under some complicated circumstances. That success is due to Leslie's astute ability to quickly understand needs and to devel...op effective strategies. She patiently keeps me on track with direct, clear communication. Her client support and availability are superb. She is approachable and completely trustworthy. I'm so very grateful for Leslie's direction and legal expertise. Her guidance helped create a better work environment for me. This, in turn, allowed me to explore some exciting life opportunities. Should you have a need for legal advice and/or representation, in my opinion, there is no better attorney to have with you.

Posted by anonymous | December 13, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor

Leslie worked miracles for me!

I was in a very difficult employment situation and facing intense discrimination from supervisors and co-workers who tried to interfere with my work and who retaliated against me for complaining about discrimination. It was incredibly stressful and taking a great toll on my health, and I was powerles...s to end the discrimination on my own. It took months but with help from Leslie and two other attorneys, I obtained a settlement agreement that will enable me to get away from a very stressful work environment without being ruined financially. She just took all the stress off of me and handled it. I highly recommend Leslie Hagin. She is smart, hard-working and a great negotiator.

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Leslie J Hagin's Lawyer Endorsements

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Litigation lawyer | Dec 04

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"Leslie Hagin is a highly-skilled litigator with an outstanding reputation in the legal community. She has a brilliant mind and fights extremely hard to get the best results for her clients. Whether it's a criminal or civil case, you are in great hands with Leslie. I fully endorse her."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2016

Elected Chair, WSBA Labor & Employment Section (Two Terms), Washington State Bar Association

2014

Elected Fellow, American Bar Foundation

2006

Rising Star,

2005

Rising Star,

2004

Rising Star,

2003

Rising Star,

2000

Elected Board Member (two terms, nationwide election), National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

1999

Marshal Stern Award for Legislative Achievement, National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

1991

Nathan Burkan Memorial Competition National Prize, American Society of Composers Authors and Publishers (ASCAP)

Work Experience

2014 - Present

Director/Member, MacDonald Hoague & Bayless

2006 - Present

Partner/Member, McNaul Ebel Nawrot & Helgren PLLC

1999 - 2006

Associate, McNaul Ebel Nawrot & Helgren (formerly McNaul Ebel Nawrot Helgren & Vance)

1995 - 1999

Legislative Director and Counsel, National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

1994 - 1995

Associate Counsel, Subcomittee on Commercial and Economic Law, U.S. Congress, House Judiciary Committee

1993 - 1994

Law Clerk to Hon. Robert M. Parker, U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit

1992 - 1993

Law Clerk to Chief Judge Robert M. Parker, U.S. District Court, E.D. Texas

1991 - 1991

Law Clerk, Institute of Government, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

1991 - 1991

Legal Intern to Hon. Barefoot Sanders, U.S. District Court, N.D. Texas

1989 - 1991

Research Assistant to Prof. Michael E. Tigar, University of Texas, Austin

Associations

2012 - Present

Washington State Bar Association

Elected Section Chair (2015-2016), Labor & Employment Section

2006 - Present

Washington Employment Lawyers Association

Member

2005 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

2001 - Present

Washington Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

1999 - Present

Washington State Bar Association

Member

1995 - Present

District of Columbia Bar

Member

1994 - Present

State Bar of Texas

Member

2000 - 2006

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Elected Member, Board of Directors

2000 - 2006

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Chair, Legislative Comm.

1990 - 1991

American Journal of Criminal Law

Notes Editor

1990 - 1991

Texas International Law Journal

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Representative Civil Matter

Former Hospital CEO awarded $350,000 for defamation

Representative Civil Matter

Obtained payment to Fire Marshall of $255,000 in wrongful termination matter.

Representaive Civil Case

Client awarded over $322,000

Representative Civil Case

Client awarded $25,000 for single Privacy Act violation, as well as award of attorney's fees and costs.

Representative Civil Case

Obtained payment to former CFO of $350,000 in wrongful termination matter

Representative Civil Case

Obtained payment to former Yakima County employee of $150,000 in gender discrimination and retaliation matter

Representative Civil Case

Obtained payment to former fire chief of $125,000.

Representative Civil Case

Early and complete dismissal of all claims against company and its national sales manager

Representative Civil Case

Dismissal affirmed

Representative Civil Matter

Dismissal of all charges

Representative Criminal Case

Sentence of probation, no prison

Representative Criminal Case

Dismissal of all charges

Representative Criminal Case

Decision not to charge or prosecute Chief Engineer in environmental crime investigation

Representative Criminal Case

Sentence of sentence of probation; no prison.

Representative Criminal Case

Deferred prosecutions or sentences and dismissal of charges

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Education

1991

University of Texas, Austin

J.D.

1988

Austin College

BA - Bachelor of Arts, With High Honors

Speaking Engagements

2016

Pacific Coast Labor & Employment Law Conference

Panel Moderator, "Women in Tech: Is There a Silicon Ceiling?"

2012

ABA 6th Annual Labor & Employment Law Conference

Workplace Cybercrimes

2011

ABA 5th Annual Labor & Employment Conference

Representing Employees in Criminal (and Potentially Criminal) Matters

2008

Fed. Bar. Assn, Current Issues in White Collar Litigation

Issues Re: Representation of Executives and Other Employees in White Collar Criminal Investigations

1998

U.S. House Judiciary Comm. Hearing Citizen Protection Act of 1998 (Bounty Hunter Abuses)

1997

CNN Burden of Proof Legal Commentator Constitutional Rights for Victims

1996

National Public Radio (NPR) Terrorism/Habeas Corpus Legislation

1996

Democracy Now (Pacifica Radio)

Terrorism/Habeas Corpus Legislation

Publications

2012

ABA 6th Annual Labor & Employment Law Conference Workplace Cybercrimes

1994

Mississippi College Law Review Federal Courts at the Crossroads: Adapt or Lose! (with Hon. Robert M. Parker)

1993

SMU Law Review "ADR" Techniques in the Reformation Model of Civil Dispute Resolution (with Hon. Robert M. Parker)

1991

Texas International Law Journal A Comparative Analysis of Laws Applied to Fashion Works: Renewing the Proposal for Folding Fashion Works Into the United States Copyright Regime

1991

ASCAP Copyright Law Symposium A Comparative Analysis of Laws Applied to Fashion Works

1991

Institute of Government, Univ. of North Carolina, Chapel Hill A Review of the Constitutionality of the North Carolina In Rem Tax Lien Forclosure Procedure

1990

American Journal of Criminal Law A "Verbal" Analysis of Proper Venue for the Alleged Remote Aider or Abettor in Federal Prosecutions

Languages

English

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