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Christian Linville
About Christian
Biography
A lot of my practice involves litigation, so I know the importance of fortifying the client's position and preparing for trial. However, litigation is oftentimes avoidable, and in many cases, not in the best interest of the client. Lawsuits can be expensive, emotional, and time consuming. The best lawyers are skilled at avoiding them. Everything revolves around the client. Phones, libraries, conference rooms, bar numbers... would all be meaningless if there was no client. I never forget that. I put myself in my clients' shoes whenever I give advice.
I was born and raised in Seattle. I love it here. I received my B.A. degree from the University of Washington in philosophy. When my professional philosophizing career did not exactly materialize, I applied for law school. In truth, philosophy provided me with an excellent foundation to learn the art of logical reasoning and argument. They say the master philosopher (not lawyer, mind you) is capable of starting with a few premises that noone would deny, and deducing them to a conclusion with which noone would concur. The better a lawyer is at filtering through hype, posturing, and flawed reasoning, the more effective the lawyer is at serving the client's interests. Philosophy was also a good place to learn the fundamentals of ethics. I attended the University of Oregon School of Law in Eugene. Yes, that makes me both a Husky and a Duck, which is arguably a contradiction in terms. Within those three years of lawschool, I pursued studies and programs that served to develop my skills of persuasion, advocacy, and articulation.
Legal matters always involve a client. Always. Furthermore, the client is always more important than the legal matter. Always. The reverse is never true. Never. I fully communicate with the client and work with the client to get to the optimum outcome. Where's our direction, our perspective, what is logical, practical, how best to persuade the other side? Our firm's clients are almost always businesspersons. I work with them to determine which facts are important and which are not important so that the appropriate strategy can be developed. Hollywood and television are infatuated with the courtroom, the legal process, the detective work, and most of all, the truth. But "the truth" can rarely be agreed upon by all. Rather, the practice of law and my work as a lawyer involves determination of the "proof". Proof that is logical and persuasive.
As a lawyer, my job entails finding a balance between or among conflicting, inconsistent or adversarial positions. Lawyers and judges attempt to fashion this balance. The better lawyers are able to work with their clients and opposing counsel to define and strike this balance. Other lawyers spend time in the courtroom asking the judge to strike a balance that the lawyer was unable to achieve on behalf of his client. Taking matters to trial, though costly and time consuming, is sometimes necessary. A lot of my work entails helping my clients avoid disputes, e.g., with a good contract. When a dispute develops, I always exhaust every imaginable effort to create a workable solution. My role as a lawyer is not to make cases and arguments where they do not exist. Rather, I see my role as narrowing the issues, sorting out what is undisputed from what is disputed, and putting together a legal strategy that is aimed at an efficient, fair, and economical resolution.
My hobbies include soccer, windsurfing, surfing, badmitten, golf, hiking, snowboarding, running, swimming, and pretty much everything else.
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Licensed in Washington for 22 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 2003
No misconduct found
Location
Linville Law Firm PLLC
4025 Delridge Way SW, Suite 540, Seattle, WA, 98106
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Posted by anonymous | October 14, 2020 | Hired Attorney
Poor tactics
Does not negotiate in good faith. Pushes responsibility entirely onto his client and then ghosts you. Sends a letter that says he represents said party and then doesn't. I could go on.
Posted by Deborah | February 04, 2015 | Construction & Development
1st Construction Client
Luck of the draw landed me in Christian's office and I officially became Christian's 1st Client 12 years ago & he became my 1st lawyer. Time has passed and I have not lost my devotion to the Linville Law firm. The field of law can quickly become tangled and messy. Christian's work is based on removin...
Posted by Andy Cheng | February 04, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes
The One I Trust
Christian represent me in three Lawsuits starting from 2009. Initially, I was very stressful and frightened to deal with legal matter. Christian was very patient to help me, provide professional advice, follow through my case very carefully. Always consider my difficulties and concern. He treat me li...
Posted by Makenzy Jones | February 04, 2015 | Business
Great professional help for those in need!
Running a business is no easy thing. One has to take care of their customers and employees all the same. There are many challenges to being successful and one of them is navigating the legal system. Christian is that guy if you need some help in becoming familiar with the way courts (and other compan...
Posted by vince | February 03, 2015 | Construction & Development
subcontractor
Have known Christian and his father Larry for over 15 years now. Have only required their services a couple of times. Have taken their seminars in the past to learn more about the Washington State Construction laws. Their knowledge and expertise is by far top of the line. Learn something new each ti...
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Experience
Honors
2013
Approved Instructor, National Association of Home Builders
2013
Certified Instructor, Associated General Contractors
2013
Certified Real Estate Instructor, Washington State Department of Licensing
2013
Approved CLE Speaker, Washington State Bar Association
2013
Certified Instructor, Northwest EcoBuilding Guild
2012
Certified Instructor, Northwest EcoBuilding Guild
2012
Approved CLE Speaker, Washington State Bar Association
2012
Approved Instructor, National Association of Home Builders
2012
Certified Real Estate Instructor, Washington State Department of Licensing
2012
Certified Instructor, Associated General Contractors
2011
Certified Instructor, Northwest EcoBuilding Guild
2011
Approved Instructor, National Association of Home Builders
2011
Approved CLE Speaker, Washington State Bar Association
2011
Certified Real Estate Instructor, Washington State Department of Licensing
2011
Certified Instructor, Associated General Contractors
2010
Approved CLE Speaker, Washington State Bar Association
2010
Certified Real Estate Instructor, Washington State Department of Licensing
2010
Educator of the Year - Honorable Mention, Pacific Legal Seminars
2010
Approved Instructor, National Association of Home Builders
2010
Certified Instructor, Northwest EcoBuilding Guild
2009
Certified Instructor, Northwest EcoBuilding Guild
2009
Certified Instructor, Associated General Contractors
2009
Approved Instructor, National Association of Home Builders
2009
Educator of the Year - Honorable Mention, Pacific Legal Seminars
2009
Certified Real Estate Instructor, Washington State Department of Licensing
2009
Approved CLE Speaker, Washington State Bar Association
2008
Certified Instructor, Northwest EcoBuilding Guild
2008
Certified Instructor, Associated General Contractors
2008
Approved Instructor, National Association of Home Builders
2008
Educator of the Year - Honorable Mention, Pacific Legal Seminars
2008
Certified Real Estate Instructor, Washington State Department of Licensing
2008
Approved CLE Speaker, Washington State Bar Association
2007
Certified Real Estate Instructor, Washington State Department of Licensing
2007
Approved Instructor, National Association of Home Builders
2007
Approved CES Provider, American Institute of Architects
Work Experience
2003 - Present
Partner, Linville Law Firm, PLLC
Associations
2008 - Present
Associated General ContractorsMember/Instructor
2006 - Present
Northwest EcoBuilding GuildMember/Instructor
2003 - Present
Master Builders Association of King-Snohomish CountiesMember/Instructor
2003 - Present
Building Industry Association of WashingtonMember/Instructor
2003 - Present
National Association of Home BuildersMember/Instructor
2003 - Present
American Institute of ArchitectsMember
2003 - Present
Washington State Bar AssociationMember
2003 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2003 - 2007
Associated Builders and ContractorsMember
Education
2002
University of Oregon School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1999
University of Washington
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2013
Linville Law Firm
Managing the Difficult Customer
2013
Linville Law Firm
Construction Contracts and Lien Law
2013
Linville Law Firm
Subcontracting
2013
Linville Law Firm
Protecting Your Business
2012
Pacific Legal Seminars
Construction Contracts & Lien Law
2012
Linville Law Firm
Managing the Difficult Customer
2012
Linville Law Firm
Subcontracting
2012
Linville Law Firm
Protecting Your Business
2012
Linville Law Firm
Construction Contracts and Lien Law
2011
Pacific Legal Seminars
Liens and Contracts
2010
Pacific Legal Seminars
Contracts - Seattle
2010
Pacific Legal Seminars
Liens and Contracts - Seattle
2010
Pacific Legal Seminars
Liens and Contracts - Seattle
2009
Pacific Legal Seminars
Liens and Contracts - Seattle
2009
Association of General Contractors
Risk Management - Seattle
2008
Pacific Legal Seminars
Construction Contracts and Lien Law - Seattle
2008
Design Trends Conference
Contracts and Subcontracts - Seattle
2008
Association of General Contractors
Risk Management - Seattle
2007
Painting and Decorating Contractors of America Seminar
Construction Contract Formation, Terms and Enforcement
2007
Pacific Legal Seminars
Preliminary Lien Notices and Recording Liens - Seattle
2007
Pacific Legal Seminars
Construction Contracts, Collecting on Change Orders, Limitation on Claims - Seattle
2007
Pacific Legal Seminars
The Perfect Credit Application - Seattle
2007
Pacific Legal Seminars
Construction Contracts and Lien Law - Seattle
2007
Northwest EcoBuilding Guild
Dealing with the Difficult Customer
2007
Master Builders Association Trade Show
Dealing with the Difficult Customer
2007
Association of Builders and Contractors
Dealing with the Difficult Customer
2006
Real Estate Seminar
Form 17 Disclosures and Broker Liens
2006
Painting and Decorating Contractors of America Conference
Protection of Business Assets
2006
Painting and Decorating Contractors of America
Contracts and Warranties
2006
Pacific Legal Seminars
Securing Payment from a Project Lender
2005
Pacific Legal Seminars
Construction Contracts
2005
Pacific Legal Seminars
Vendors' Rights Under the Uniform Commercial Code, Limited Warranties and Credit Applications - Seattle
2005
Pacfic Legal Seminars
Claims Against Registration Bonds
2005
Annual PDCA Conference
Drafting the Limited Warranty, Limitations on Claims, Warranty Exclusions and Disclaimers
2004
Pacific Legal Seminars
How to Prepare and File Claims on Public Works Projects - Seattle
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Linville Law Firm
Managing the Difficult Customer
Publications
2013
PLS Law Course Book for Suppliers
Liens, Credit Applications, Bond Claims, Uniform Commercial Code
2013
PLS Construction Lien Law Course Book
Preliminary Notice, Liens, Foreclosures, Retainages and Payment Bonds
2013
PLS Contract & Subcontract Law Course Book
Dispute Resolution, Limited Warranties, Change Orders, Correction of Work, Building Codes
2013
Business Law Manual for Architects, Engineers, Surveyors, Designers, & Consultants
Professional Services Agreements, Liens, Employment Agreements and Protection of Intellectual Property
2013
Annual PDCA Conference Notebook
Drafting the Limited Warranty, Limitations on Claims, Warranty Exclusions and Disclaimers
2013
Pacific Legal Seminars
Subcontracting in Washington State