Rory Drew Cosgrove

Rory Drew Cosgrove

5.0
Rating: 8.3

Licensed for 11 years

Appeals Lawyer at Seattle, WA
Practice Areas: Appeals, Litigation

701 Fifth Ave., Suite 3600, Seattle, WA

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Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


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Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 11 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 2015

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Location

Carney Badley Spellman, PS

701 Fifth Ave., Suite 3600, Seattle, WA, 98104

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Posted by anonymous | September 22, 2020

Passionate, Caring, Intelligent

Rory is a passionate member of the Washington State Bar. Having had the opportunity to work closely with Rory, including attending law school together, I can tell you that he represents all the best values of the legal community. His work is of the absolute highest quality. His intelligence is boundl...ess. While his intelligence and work quality are great, it is his passion and the amount he cares about his clients that make him a great attorney. A single conversation with Rory will quickly reveal how passionate he is about his work. For these reasons, he is exactly who I would recommend to those closest to me in search of the best legal representation.

Posted by anonymous | June 30, 2016 | Appeals

Tireless and Tenacious Advocate

Rory is beyond dedicated to the field of law. Having had the opportunity to work with him at the Court of Appeals, I witnessed firsthand his extreme work ethic and legal expertise. Rory's unique perspective of the law and ability to effectively navigate difficult legal issues are unmatched. His vi...vacious personality is infectious and only an added bonus to his professionalism and practicality. Rory is a tireless and tenacious advocate that I recommend to family and friends whenever they are in search of quality legal advice. There is no one more passionate about helping you efficiently resolve a legal dispute than Rory. He is a powerhouse.

Posted by Jeremy | June 22, 2016 | DUI & DWI

Passion, Dedication and Drive. A winning combination.

A little under 1 year ago, I found myself in a situation that has affected every aspect of my life. I was arrested for DUI, and the first call that I made was to Rory. Rory and I have known each other since college, where we were both members of the same fraternity. I had never been in a situation li...ke this before and I needed expert advice and counsel. At the time, Rory was working as a clerk with the Washington State Court of Appeals, Division One for the Honorable Judge, James Verellen. Rory explained to me that his expertise was not in that type of law. I asked him several questions and asked for his expert advice on recommendations for lawyers that specialized in DUIs. He promptly emailed me with a list of specialists. The lawyer I chose was one of Rory's top recommendations. The case just completed and I was not charged with a DUI. Had it not been for Rory's vast knowledge of his fellow colleagues, and his invaluable advice and information he gave me, this whole situation could have turned out a lot worse. I only just wish that I would have been able to hire Rory, for my trust in his judgment and immense skill, helped bring some light in a very dark moment in my life. Rory's dedication and follow-through on the recommendations he gave me only begins to highlight his passion and drive for the work that he does. I could only imagine the level of professionalism and expertise he brings to the table for an actual client, and not just a recommendation for a fellow fraternity brother. I can not begin to describe the admiration and thanks I feel for Rory, and without hesitation, I endorse him as an expert and man of the highest regard. Rory is one of the most intelligent people I have ever met, and his dedication, passion and drive know no limits.

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Sydney Safley

Appeals lawyer | Mar 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I've known Rory for over 5 years and I would enthusiastically recommend him as an advocate to anyone looking for a litigator or an appellate attorney. Rory has a natural thirst to learn about the law and his clients. He is hardworking, personable, and always has a positive attitude. Rory is also an attorney who sends the ladder down to fellow colleagues. He does not hesitate to help others learn and succeed. I am positive he is just as dedicated to his own clients' understanding of their cases and ultimate success. I happily endorse Rory Cosgrove."

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Aaron Reichenberger

Unknown lawyer | Oct 25

Relationship: Friend

"I got to know Rory very well during our time together on the Willamette Law Review. He is the consummate professional and our publication would have suffered without his leadership and talent. Now, in practice, his clients are well served by his superior intelligence, tireless work ethic, easy-going personality, and competitive drive. I cannot recommend Rory Cosgrove strongly enough."

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Travis Kuhns

Appeals lawyer | Jun 21

Relationship: Friend

"I endorse Rory Cosgrove as a lawyer and friend. In law school, Rory's dedication and passion was unmatched. This work-ethic, combined with his knowledge of the law, made him an invaluable member of our law school class. The energy, respect and overall friendliness he demonstrated each day was infectious. Our entire class benefited from sharing the halls with him. During our time in law school, Rory became one of my most trusted friends. Without hesitation, I would trust Rory to handle my legal matters and the legal matters of those closest to me."

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Michael Godfrey

Appeals lawyer | Apr 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Rory is one of the most enthusiastic and hardworking individuals I know. Without a doubt, I would recommend him as an attorney to my own friends and family."

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Experience

Rating:  8.3 (Excellent)

Honors

2022

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2021

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2020

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2019

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2018

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2014

Certificate in International and Comparative Law, Willamette University College of Law

2014

Graduating Summa Cum Laude and Second in Law-School Class, Willamette University College of Law

2012

Roy Lockenour Award for Professional Responsibility, Willamette University College of Law

2008

Yarwood Award, Top Honor Student for Languages and Literatures, Eastern Washington University

Work Experience

2016 - Present

Volunteer Attorney, Neighborhood Legal Clinic

2016 - Present

Volunteer Attorney, Housing Justice Project

2016 - Present

Attorney, Carney Badley Spellman, PS

2014 - 2016

Law Clerk, Washington State Court Of Appeals, Division I

Associations

2017 - Present

King County Bar Association, Appellate Law Section

Executive Committee Honorary Member

2017 - Present

Washington Defense Trial Lawyers

Amicus Committee

2016 - Present

Washington Defense Trial Lawyers

Member

2016 - Present

King County Bar Association

Member

2016 - Present

King County Bar Association

Appellate Law Section Member

2016 - Present

Defense Research Institute

Member

2016 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Noll v. Special Electric

Reversed and remanded.

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Education

2014

Willamette University College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2008

Eastern Washington University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Publications

Languages

French

English

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