Lawrence Ballis Linville

Lawrence Ballis Linville

also known as Larry Linville

4.8
Rating: 7.4

Licensed for 50 years

Construction and development Lawyer at Seattle, WA
Practice Areas: Construction & Development, Contracts & Agreements, Business, Lawsuits & Disputes

4025 Delridge Way SW Suite 540, Seattle, WA

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Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 50 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 1975

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Linville Law Firm PLLC

4025 Delridge Way SW Suite 540, Seattle, WA, 98106

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Lawrence Ballis Linville's Reviews

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4.8 /5.0

16 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 8 reviews | Lawsuits & Disputes

Posted by Ann | February 16, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

No Nonsense - They Nail It

As a small construction company we don't have an ongoing need to keep a lawyer on retainer, but whenever we have a little wrangle we call Linnville. They are absolutely present for us, focused on the issue, and providing the support we need. No nonsense. They just nail it.

Posted by Kevin | March 19, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Thanks

Our experience with Larry Linville has been excellent. Larry communicates clearly and efficiently. He is open for discussion and willing to strategize on best approach. He has listened to information we provide and tailored his own approach to help us achieve the impression we want to put forwar...d to difficult clients. His experience and background have allowed us the venting we all need, and directed the actual communication with adversaries in a useful and meaningful way. I want to thank Larry and his staff for the help they have provided and for the measure of reassuring perspective they have added to some difficult times. I genuinely and highly recommend the services provided by Larry Linville.

Posted by Jonathan | February 26, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Prompt Service

Had a small issue with a client, contacted Mr. Linvilles office from a referral, Mr. Linville offered some advice and help with my issue. I would use this office for services in the future should the situation ever arise, thank you, Jonathan

Posted by Sophie | February 11, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes

We chose well being your client!

I was really very stressed and frustrated when I got this lawsuit, I had no idea since I went to the Labor & Industries contractors class. We had never imagined the outcome of the proceedings, we thought we would lose our business. We learned so much in this litigation process. We appreciate your e...xpertise, which is your excellent legal experience and knowledge. You have handled our case very well, including good arrangements for our Chinese interpreter, saving our time, even if we speak Chinese. Prompt information and email updates were very helpful. We feel confident because you are our attorney. THANK YOU Larry!

Posted by Kelli and Gary | February 04, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Sheer Genius!

Do you like to be a winner? Of course you do. To accomplish that in the legal world you have to hire the smartest lawyer in the room. Larry Linville hands down is the smartest. If you add his wit, integrity and decades of uparalleled legal knowledge what you get is the best legal representation aroun...d. I pity the lawyer who has to argue anything against Larry. Over the years Larry has represented our small construction company in several cases. The amount of time, energy, passion and generosity he has put into helping us is hard to quantify. We owe him a debt of gratitude for representing us so well. There is no other attorney I would even consider calling. Oh, did I forget to mention we WON every single case Larry fought on our behalf? Don't be that other guy. Be the one standing in the winners cirlce. Call Larry Linville.

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Experience

Rating:  7.4 (Very Good)

Work Experience

1977 - Present

Certified Real Estate Instructor, Washington Sate Department of Licensing

1977 - Present

Approved Instructor, Department of Labor and Industries

1977 - Present

Construction Law Committee Member, Washington State Bar Association

1977 - Present

Accredited Continuing Education (CLE) Instructor, Washington State Bar Associaiton

1977 - Present

Certified Construction Law Instructor, National Association Of Home Builders

1976 - Present

Certified Real Estate Instructor, Washingtom Sate Department of Licensing

1976 - Present

Approved Continuing Education Services Instructor, American Institute of Architects

Associations

1975 - Present

Washington State Bar Association

Member

1975 - Present

National Association of Homebuilders

Member

1975 - Present

Building Industry Association of Washington

Member

Education

1975

University of Washington School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1968

University of Washington

Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2007

Master Builder Association Pacific Northwest Trade Show

The Laws and Practicalities of Change Orders

2007

Associated Builders and Contractors

Dealing with a Difficult Customer

2006

Washington State Ground Water Association

Contracts/Small Claims Court

2006

Northwest Wall & Ceiling Bureau

Bidding Mistakes on Public Works Projects

1997

Labor & Industries

Managing the Difficult Customer - Vancouver

1997

Labor & Industries

Protecting Your Business - Spokane

1997

Johnson County Contractor Licensing

Construction Contracts and Lien Law

1997

Department of Labor and Industries

Construction Contracts and Lien Law

1997

Department of Labor and Industries

Contracts and Warranties

1983

Lorman

Construction Lien Laws in Washington

1978

Master Builders Association

Construction Contracts and Lien Law

1978

Building Industry Association of Washington

Construction Contracts and Lien Law

Publications

2022

Construction Lien Law Course Book Preliminary Notices, Liens, Foreclosures, Retainage and Payment Bonds

2022

Contruction Contracts Law Course Book Dispute Resolution, Liens, Warranties, Change Orders, Correction of Work, Building Codes

2022

Building Industry Association of Washington Course Book Dealing with a Difficult Customer

2022

PLS Law Course Book Subcontracting in Washington State

2019

PLS Law Course Book for Suppliers Liens, Public Works, Uniform Commercial Code, Bond Claims, Credit Applications

2016

Manual of Business Law For Architects, Engineers, Surveyors, Designers, & Consultants Professional Services Agreements, Liens, Employment Agreements

2015

Pacific Legal Seminars Liability for Industrial Insurance Premiums

2013

Northwest Wall and Ceiling Bureau Escape From Bidding Mistakes

2004

PLS Law Course Book Lien Laws of Oregon State

Languages

English

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