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Steven L Shaw
also known as Steve Shaw
About Steven
Biography
I have practiced personal injury law in the Puget Sound area since 2002. I handle all types of personal injury claims for things like motor vehicle collisions and 'slip and falls' which cause serious injury. I also represent individuals with claims against their insurance companies for insurer misconduct and/or insurers that fail to pay for losses which their policy should cover.
Over the past ten years, I have also become a Medicare Secondary Payer consultant, helping attorneys with Medicare issues, from lien resolution to set-aside evaluation. I am a Certified Medicare Secondary Payer Professional and specialize in helping other attorneys navigate the Medicare Secondary Payer process.
My wife and I have four children, and we live in Bothell. Born in North Carolina and raised in Northern California, I have come to consider the Puget Sound my home.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Car Accident
50%
23 years
Medicaid and Medicare
20%
17 years
Personal Injury
20%
23 years
Insurance
10%
19 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 400-500 per hour
Contingency
33%-40%
Payment Methods
- Check
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Licensed in Washington for 23 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 2002
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Steven L Shaw
4738 11th Ave NE, Seattle, WA, 98105
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Steven L Shaw's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 9 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Carie | August 28, 2019 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
True Professional
After a traumatic car accident that left me with a severe concussion, nerve damage, hearing loss, and months of physical and occupational therapy, I originally retained an another attorney to help me with my mounting medical bills. My original attorney dropped the ball and almost missed a deadline, a...
Steven Shaw
Replied last September 12, 2019Thanks, Carie. It really helps when you have a great client!
Posted by Christina | September 15, 2009
Great attorney, would hire again
I was referred to him by a family friend and we were pleased with his work and would refer him to anyone needing representation for a car accident. The case took about 3 years to settle but that was because we had to go through medical treatment and weren't in any rush to settle. I am so glad I hired...
Posted by Steve | September 5, 2009
Ethical and highly competent
Steven Shaw and the LePley Law Firm did a great job representing us. Steven is highly ethical and always fighting for his clients. We got a successful settlement from our insurance company and he fought all the way to the end to ensure that we received what we were owed. I would highly recommend Stev...
Posted by anonymous | December 8, 2008
Adams case
Steve was truly a life saver for us. We were very unsure how the whole process works and feel we would have been taken advantage of by the insurance companies had it not been for Steve. He did an excelent job of taking the stress off of my wife so she could deal with more important issues.
Posted by anonymous | November 8, 2008
Steven L Shaw did a great job!!!
I needed Steven Shaw's services to deal with an insurance company who did not want to cover an auto accident which was of no fault of my own. Through his hard work and dedication, we were able to get them to cover all medical and auto claims as well as to pay something towards any future damages. I...
Steven L Shaw's Lawyer Endorsements
"I have worked with Steve in the past on a variety of legal matters. He always has a top notch answer when we are discussing certain issues. Finally, I also have consulted with him on Medicare reimbursement. I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Steve has a great understanding of how Medicare effects car accidents claims, which he shares with the legal community. Thank you Steve!"
"I’ve gotten to know Steve over many years as a fellow lawyer practicing in the same area. Steve has deep understanding of presenting a case from beginning to end. Recently, I was lucky enough to co-counsel a case with Steve. His work-up of a case is smart, efficient, and highly seasoned. During trial, Steve is a natural with jurors. Steve cares deeply for his clients and their families. I highly recommend Steve."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Mr. Shaw on several matters, and have seen how hard he works for his clients. I endorse him without reservation."
"I endorse Mr. Shaw. He is an experienced personal injury attorney. Mr. Shaw is dedicated providing his clients with the highest level of legal representation."
"Steve is one of the most helpful, generous, and intelligent attorneys I know in the community. He is a tremendous personal injury attorney and he is also very involved in many organizations that further the protections of the public welfare and civil rights. We have consulted on many matters together over the years and he is always an amazing help to other attorneys in the community. I feel very lucky to know Steve. I endorse this lawyer."
"I first met Steve when he was a law student. Over the years I've had the pleasure of watching him grow into a wonderful lawyer. He takes great care with his clients' cases and always gives his very best."
"I have know Steven Shaw for several years now and admire his dedication to his clients and the legal community as well as his creativity and thoughtfulness in tackling legal issues."
"Along with being a smart personal injury lawyer, Steve Shaw is a darn nice guy. If you are looking for a quality lawyer, but one you can relate to and trust, you can't do better than Steve Shaw."
"Steve is a fantastic lawyer and an excellent advocate for his clients. Some lawyers can see only a case's details, and other lawyers can only see the bigger picture. Steve can see the bigger picture of a client's case and the details contained within, and he's a personable lawyer too. Clients would do well to work with Steve."
"I have known Steve since we both began practicing law. He is the lawyer I call when I need advice. Steve will aggressively fight for his clients, even against the most powerful opponenets. I endorse Steve without hesitation."
"Steve is why my career took off as it did. He is a wonderful motivator and a strong leader in the legal community. In addition, he is a great advocate for his clients and is passionate and loves what he does."
"Steven Shaw works very hard for his clients. I would recommend him to anyone looking for help related to personal injuries."
"Steve is a hard working and dedicated attorney who has obtained significant results for clients in even the most difficult cases. His guidance and opinions on legal issues is a trusted tool that I rely on in my practice. "
" Steve Shaw is one of the best young lawyers in the State of Washington, competently handling all kinds of personal injury actions. Steve is also much involved in the Washington State Trial Lawyers Association, Young Lawyers section, and thus helps others become better lawyers. Steve should be judged not on age, but by his ability! He is a credit to our profession."
"Steve does top notch work and is always on top of recent developments. He is not just a good lawyer, but he is a good person."
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Experience
Honors
2020
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2019
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2018
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine
2017
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine
2016
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine
2015
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine
2014
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine
2013
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine
2012
Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine
2011
Rising Star, Washington Law & Politics Magazine
2009
Rising Star, Washington Law & Politics Magazine
2008
Rising Star, Washington Law & Politics Magazine
2007
Rising Star, Washington Law & Politics Magazine
2006
Rising Star, Washington Law & Politics Magazine
2005
Rising Star, Washington Law & Politics Magazine
Work Experience
2015 - Present
Owner, Shaw Legal Solutions
2012 - 2015
Senior Associate, The Pearson Law Firm
2010 - 2012
Owner, Shaw Law Firm
2002 - 2010
Junior Associate, LePley Law Firm
2000 - 2002
Intern, LePley & Koehler, PLLC
2000 - 2000
Law Clerk, Washington State Attorney General's Office - Labor and Industries Division
Associations
2020 - Present
National Medicare Secondary Payer NetworkMember
2003 - Present
J. Reuben Clark Law SocietyMember
2002 - Present
American Association for JusticeMember
2002 - Present
Washington State Bar AssociationMember
2002 - Present
King County Bar AssociationMember
2001 - Present
Washington State Association for JusticeMember
1999 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2016 - 2020
National Association of Medicare Set-Aside ProfessionalsMember
2012 - 2013
American Association for JusticeBoard of Governors
2012 - 2013
Washington State Association for JusticeBoard of Governors
2007 - 2009
Washington State Association for JusticeBoard of Governors
2007 - 2009
WSAJ Trial News Editorial BoardEditor
2006 - 2011
AAJ New Lawyer DivisionBoard of Governors
2004 - 2007
WSTLA New Member CommitteeChairman
Sample of Legal Cases
Northwick v. Long
Defendant's Appeal Denied
Rear-end Collision
Settlement for Confidential Sum
Side Impact Collision
Jury Verdict for $338,500
Rear-end Collision
Settlement for $150,000
Rear-end Collision by Tow Truck
Settlement for $90,000
Construction Site Negligence
Settlement for $107,500
Drunk Driver Injures Passenger
Settlement for $133,000
Side-Impact Collision
Settlement for $70,000
Side-Impact Collision and Slip & Fall
Settlment for $250,000
Pedestrian hit by Car
Settlement of $50,000
Education
2018
Louisiana Association of Self-Insured Employers
Certified Medicare Secondary Payer Professional - Fellow
2017
Louisana Association of Self-Insured Employers
Certified Medicare Secondary Payer Professional
2005
National Institute for Trial Advocacy
Certificate
2002
Seattle University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1998
California State University, San Jose State University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2016
Making your case
Effective Intakes
2014
Spokane County Roundtable
Medicare - Before, During & After Settlement
2014
Auto Cases 2014
Medicare, Medicaid & ERISA Updates
2012
Medicare and The Personal Injury Claim
The Mechanics of Lien Resolution & the New Medicare Recovery Portal
2012
34th Annual Insurance Law Seminar
Creating Leverage in UIM Litigation
2011
Insurance & Subrogation Basics
Medicare, Medicaid and L&I Subrogation
2011
Evidence: Getting in the Good - Keeping out the Bad
The Practice and Pitfalls of Internet Discovery
2011
2011 Annual Meeting & Convention
Ethical Dilemmas of Promoting Your Firm with Social Media
2009
Washington State Association for Justice, CLE Committee
e-Discovery: An Introduction to "the why"
2009
On Being Your Own Techie
PowerPoint Presentations Jurors Like - and the Ones They Don't
2008
eTrial 101
Top Ten Programs Every Litigator Must Have
2007
Taking on Case Management Software
Choosing the right hardware and software for CMS
2007
Merging Your Legal Practice with Case Management Software
Infrastructure Requirements for Case Management Software
2007
Discovery in the Digital Age
Following the email trail; e-discovery in the digital age
2007
Disciplined Discovery
Effective Video Depositions
2007
Disciplined Discovery
Electronic Discovery
2004
Trial Technology in the Courtroom
Using Technology to Tell the Plaintiff's Story
2004
Legal Tech - LA
Challenges in Electronic Discovery
2004
Auto Cases: The Road to Success
Demonstrative Evidence
2003
The Power of Negotiation & Mediation
Even YOU can use PowerPoint
2003
Strategies for the Information Age
Necessary Hardware and Software for the PI Practitioner
Publications
2005
Trial News Washington State Trial Lawyers
To Send (or Not to Send) Electronic Documents to Opposing Counsel
2004
Trial News Washington State Trial Lawyers
Getting to Know Adobe
2002
Trial News Washington State Trial Lawyers
A lesson in compassion: Allstate forced to accept responsibility
Languages
Spanish
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