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For nearly 35 years, Kevin Coluccio has been helping seriously injured people and the families of wrongful death victims.
In that time, Coluccio has earned over $300 million dollars in trial verdicts and case settlements for injury and death claims.
His firm, Coluccio Law, is dedicated to creating real and positive change in the lives of injured people and their families.
Coluccio Law offers a free consultation for:
- Auto accident/Car Crash Injuries
- Commercial Truck Crashes
- Wrongful Death Claims
- Bicycle and pedestrian Collisions
- Motorcycle crash Injuries
- Spinal Cord Injuries
- Brain Injuries
- Burn Injuries
Kevin Coluccio is the only Washington State-based attorney certified in Truck Accident Law by the National Board of Trial Advocacy.
Washington Super Lawyers named Kevin Coluccio one of the "Top 10" Lawyers for 2011, 2012, and 2013 – and one of the "Top 100" every year since 2003.
Coluccio is listed in Best Lawyers In America, and has an “AV” rating from Martindale-Hubbell. He is a proud member of the Washington State Association for Justice (WSAJ - EAGLE member), the Oregon Trial Lawyers Association (OTLA), and the American Association for Justice (AAJ).
Practice areas
- Trucking accident: 35%
The only Washington-based lawyer certified in Truck Accident Law by the National Board of Trial Advocacy. Helping people hurt or killed by commercial motor vehicles and semi-trucks - starting with a free consultation.
36 years, 100 cases
- Car accident: 30%
One of the most experienced car crash lawyers in Washington, Coluccio takes on a limited number of cases in order to offer high-quality, personalized legal service — and get the best possible result for every client.
36 years, 1,000 cases
- Wrongful death: 25%
If you’ve recently lost someone, it's hard to read about the details of wrongful death claims. You can talk with an experienced lawyer who understands what you're going through—and who knows how to help you through the legal system.
36 years, 80 cases
- Motorcycle accident: 10%
Languages spoken
English
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Coluccio Law
2120 1st Avenue North
#201
Seattle, WA, 98109
Resume
| State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| OR | Active | 2002 | 06/12/2022 |
| WA | Active | 1986 | 05/07/2022 |
| Legal answers | 3247 |
| Legal guides | 0 |
| Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
|---|---|---|
| Board Certified: Truck Accident Law | National Board of Trial Advocacy | 2021 |
| Top 100 Lawyers in the State of Washington | Super Lawyers | 2020 |
| Top 100 Lawyers in the State of Washington | Super Lawyers | 2019 |
| Best Law Frims | U.S. News | 2018 |
| Best Lawyers in America | Best Lawyers in America | 2018 |
| Top 100 Lawyers in the State of Washington | SuperLawyers | 2018 |
| AV Preeminent Rated - Judicial Edition | Martindale-Hubbell | 2017 |
| Top 100 Super Lawyer Washington State | SuperLawyers | 2017 |
| Best Law Firms in Washington | U.S. News & World Report | 2017 |
| Best Law Firms | Best Lawyers | 2016 |
| Best Law Frims | U.S. News & World Report | 2016 |
| Top 100 Washington Lawyers | SuperLawyers | 2015 |
| Plaintiff's Personal Injury Litigation | Best Lawyers in America | 2015 |
| Best Law Firm | Best Lawyers | 2015 |
| Best Law Firms | U.S. News & World Report | 2015 |
| Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs | Best Lawyers in America | 2014 |
| Seattle's Top Rated Lawyers | AV Preeminent Attorneys | 2014 |
| Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs | Best Lawyers in America | 2013 |
| Top Ten Washington Super Lawyers | Washington Law & Politics Magazine | 2013 |
| Top Lawyer | Seattle Metropolitan Magazine | 2013 |
| Best in the Business | Seattle Magazine | 2013 |
| Top 10 SuperLawyers | Law & Politics Magazine | 2012 |
| Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs | Best Lawyers in America | 2012 |
| Top Lawyer | Seattle Metropolitan Magazine | 2012 |
| Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs | Best Lawyers in America | 2011 |
| Super Lawyer | Washington Law & Politics Magazine | 2011 |
| Top 10 Washington Super Lawyers | Washington Law & Politics Magazine | 2011 |
| 25 Years of Service | Washington State Association for Justice | 2011 |
| Top 100 Lawyers | National Trial Lawyers Association | 2011 |
| Top Lawyer | Seattle Metropolitan Magazine | 2011 |
| Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs | Best Lawyers in America | 2010 |
| Super Lawyer | Washington Law & Politics Magazine | 2010 |
| Top 100 Super Lawyer | Washington Law & Politics Magazine | 2010 |
| Fellowship | Litigation counsel of America | 2010 |
| Guardians Club | Oregon Trial Lawyers Association | 2010 |
| Guardian of Civil Justice | Oregon Trial Lawyers Association | 2010 |
| Top 100 Lawyers | National Trial Lawyers Association | 2010 |
| Top Lawyer | Seattle Metropolitan Magazine | 2010 |
| Best Lawyers in America | Best Lawyers in America | 2010 |
| Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs | Best Lawyers in America | 2009 |
| Super Lawyer | Washington Law & Politics Magazine | 2009 |
| Top 100 Super Lawyer | Washington Law & Politics Magazine | 2009 |
| Guardian of Civil Justice | Oregon Trial Lawyers Association | 2009 |
| Super Lawyer | Washington Law & Politics Magazine | 2008 |
| Top 100 Super Lawyer | Washington Law & Politics Magazine | 2008 |
| Washington's Top 100 Super Lawyers | 2007 | |
| Super Lawyer | 2007 | |
| Super Lawyer | 2006 | |
| Washington's Top 100 Super Lawyers | 2006 | |
| Advocate | American Association for Justice | 2006 |
| Super Lawyer | 2005 | |
| Washington's Top 100 Super Lawyers | 2005 | |
| Super Lawyer | 2004 | |
| Washington's Top 100 Super Lawyers | 2004 | |
| Super Lawyer | 2003 | |
| Washington's Top 100 Super Lawyers | 2003 | |
| Invited Member | Million Dollar Advocates Forum | 2002 |
| Super Lawyer | 2002 | |
| Washington's Top 100 Super Lawyers | 2002 | |
| Certificate of Achievement | American Bar Association | 2002 |
| Certificate of Achievement - National Trial Academy | American Bar Association, Tort Trial & Insurance Practice Section | 2002 |
| Super Lawyer | 2001 | |
| Washington's Top 100 Super Lawyers | 2001 | |
| Super Lawyer | 2000 | |
| Washington's Top 100 Super Lawyers | 2000 | |
| Super Lawyer | 1999 |
| Title | Company name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Owner | Coluccio Law | 2014 - Present |
| Partner | Stritmatter Kessler Whelan Coluccio | 1997 - 2013 |
| Partner | Schroeter Goldmark Bender | 1993 - 1997 |
| Associate | Schroeter Goldmark & Bender | 1990 - 1992 |
| Associate | Kargianis & Austin | 1986 - 1990 |
| Association name | Position name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Brain Injury Alliance of Oregon | Member | 2012 - Present |
| Railroad Accident Trial Lawyers Association | Member | 2012 - Present |
| American Society of Legal Advocates | Top 100 Litigation Lawyer - WA State | 2012 - Present |
| Headstrong for Life | Member | 2012 - Present |
| Motor Vehicle Trial Lawyers Association | Member | 2011 - Present |
| The National Brain Injury Trial Lawyers Association | Member | 2011 - Present |
| American Association for Justice - Tramatic Brain Injury Group | Member | 2011 - Present |
| Multnomah Bar Association | Member | 2011 - Present |
| American Association for Justice, Nursing Homes Litigation Group | Member | 2010 - Present |
| Litigation Counsel of America | Fellow | 2010 - Present |
| National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys | Member | 2009 - Present |
| Washington Brain Injury Association | Member | 2009 - Present |
| The Brain Injury Association of Oregon | Member | 2009 - Present |
| Association of Plaintiff Interstate Trucking Lawyers of America | National Board Member | 2009 - Present |
| The Verdict Club | Member | 2008 - Present |
| American Association for Justice | Leaders Forum | 2007 - Present |
| Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum | Member | 2007 - Present |
| Tacoma-Pierce County Bar Association | Member | 2006 - Present |
| American Association for Justice, Leaders Forum | Member | 2006 - Present |
| National Trial Lawyers Association | Member | 2006 - Present |
| Western Trial Lawyers Association | Member | 2005 - Present |
| The College of Master Advocates & Barristers | Senior Counsel | 2002 - Present |
| Oregon Trial Lawyers Association | Stalwart | 2002 - Present |
| American Bar Association, Litigation Section | Member | 2002 - Present |
| American College of Barristers | Member | 2002 - Present |
| National Crime Victim Bar Association | Member | 2002 - Present |
| Million Dollar Advocates Forum | Member | 2002 - Present |
| Oregon Trial Lawyers Association | Guardians Club | 2002 - Present |
| Oregon State Bar | Member | 2002 - Present |
| American Bar Association | Member | 2000 - Present |
| American Association of Justice | Sustaining Member | 1998 - Present |
| Public Justice | Member | 1997 - Present |
| Maritime Law Association of the United States | Proctor | 1994 - Present |
| American Academy of Rail Labor Attorneys | Founding Member | 1989 - Present |
| Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals | Member | 1986 - Present |
| Federal Court - Eastern District of Washington | Member | 1986 - Present |
| Federal Court - Western District of Washington | Member | 1986 - Present |
| Washington State Bar Association | Member | 1986 - Present |
| Federal Bar Association | Member | 1986 - Present |
| American Association for Justice | Advocate | 1984 - Present |
| Washington State Association for Justice | Board of Governors | 2014 - 2017 |
| Washington State Association for Justice | Board of Governors | 2013 - 2017 |
| Washington State Association for Justice | Board of Governors | 1998 - 2006 |
| Washington State Association for Justice | Maritime section chairperson | 1996 - 1998 |
| International Association of Machinist & Aerospace Workers | Designated Counsel | 1994 - 2010 |
| Publication name | Title | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Trial News | Personal Injury: System Failures in Street Sweeper Case | 2020 |
| Trial News Washington State Trial Lawyers | Jurisdiction and Venue can enhance Case Value | 2019 |
| Trial News | Everybody matters - including the elderly | 2018 |
| Trial News | The Failure to Prepare Causes the Skagit River Bridge to Collapse | 2016 |
| Trial News (Washington State Trial Lawyers Association) | Everyone Counts: Death of our older clients | 2014 |
| The Lawyer's Log Book | Everyone Matters or Nobody Matters - Death of our older clients | 2013 |
| The Lawyer's Log Book | Proper Speed and a Safe Following Distance - Two Rules too Often Broken | 2013 |
| AAJ Trial | Tips for Proving Non-Obvious Injuries | 2013 |
| The Lawyer's Log Book | Everybody Matters or Nobody Matters - Injuries to our older clients | 2012 |
| AAJ Trial | Free your client from the liability release | 2004 |
| Victim advocate | Negligent supervision of Parolees | 2001 |
| Trial News (Washington State Trial Lawyers Association) | Navigable Waters | 1999 |
| Trial News (Washington State Trial Lawyers Association) | Seaworthiness | 1999 |
| Trial News (Washington State Trial Lawyers Association) | Seaman's Rights | 1998 |
| Trial News Washington State Trial Lawyers | Application of Maritime Law provides basis for settlement | 1998 |
| Trial News (Washington State Trial Lawyers Association) | Maritime Damages | 1998 |
| Trial News (Washington State Trial Lawyers Association) | Injuries at Sea: Establishing Liability | 1998 |
| Trial News (Washington State Trial Lawyers Association) | Status: Defining a Seaman | 1997 |
| Trial News (Washington State Trial Lawyers Association) | Vessels "In Navigation": determining admiralty jursidiction | 1997 |
| School name | Degree | Graduated |
|---|---|---|
| Gerry Spence's Trial Lawyers College | Warrior | 2010 |
| Seattle University School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 1986 |
| Seattle University | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 1982 |
| Conference name | Title | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Trucking Crash Cases - Gaining Knowledge and pursuing Justice | Trucking Crash Cases | 2017 |
| Advance Trial Advocacy Conference | Brevity - Developing Damages by Paring Presentations | 2015 |
| Getting Started Series | Litigation Roadmaps | 2015 |
| Automobile Cases in Washington | Distracted Driving: Cell Phones, Texting and much more | 2014 |
| Handling the Traumatic Brain Injury Case | Mild Traumatic Brain Injuries | 2014 |
| Handling the Traumatic Brain Injury Case in Oregon | Mild Traumatic Brain Injuries | 2014 |
| Rules for the unwary | Washington and Oregon Law | 2013 |
| Profit Before Patient$: Corporate Neglect of Vulnerable Adults | Everyone Matters or Nobody Matters - Damages for the elderly | 2013 |
| High Value Personal Injury | How to Manage a Large Value Case from Start to Finish | 2013 |
| Practicing in Oreg and Washington | Washington legal issues | 2013 |
| All the Right Moves in Tort Litigation: Learn From Masters of the Game | Discovery | 2012 |
| All the Right Moves in Tort Litigation: Learn from the Masters of the Game | Mastering the Art of Pleading Your Case and Propounding Discovery | 2012 |
| Trying UIM and PIP Cases | Hammer or Be Hammer | 2011 |
| Betrayers of Trust | Nursing Home Litigation | 2009 |
| Traumatic Brain Injuries | Co-Chair | 2009 |
| Nursing Home Litigation | Corporation Structure | 2009 |
| TransportationTorts | Trucking Law | 2009 |
| Obtaining Fair Settlements | Obtaining Fair Settlements | 2008 |
| Trucking litigation and D.O.T. Regulations | Trucking litigation | 2007 |
| Washington State Bar Association | General Practice and Procedure | 2006 |
| Defense Medical Examinations | Defense Medical Examinations | 2005 |
| Insurance Law Update | Insurance Law | 2005 |
| Civil Procedure/Rules | Civil Procedure/Trial rules | 2004 |
| Defense Medical Examination | Defense Medical Examination | 2004 |
| Discovery/Deposition | Discovery/Depositions | 2004 |
| Insurance Law Update | Insurance law update Washington | 2004 |
| Jury Bias | The Jury Bias Phenomenon | 2004 |
| Nuts & Bolts of Personal Injury | Personal Injury general | 2003 |
| Nuts & Bolts of Personal Injury Practice | Discovery | 2003 |
| Experts | Expert witnesses | 2002 |
| Convention | Trial Presentation | 2002 |
| Oregon Reciprocity | Reciprocity | 2001 |
| Convention | Personal Injury Practice | 2001 |
| Tort Law Update | How Washington Courts make sense of Product Liability Claims | 2000 |
| Auto Cases | Presenting damages | 1999 |
| Subrogation | Battling Federal Subrogation Claims | 1998 |
| Maritime Personal Injury | Damages | 1998 |
| Best of WSTLA | Evidence | 1996 |
| Plaintiff's Practice | The Defense Medical Examination | N/A |
| Case name | Outcome |
|---|---|
| Wilson v. Trucking Company | Case resolved for all insurance policy limits |
| Meza v. Trucking Company | Settlement for $1,500,000 |
| Thornton v. Trucking Company | Case resolved for $1,000,000 |
| Lau v. Transport Company | Case resolved for $2,160,000 |
Highly Recommend
5.0 stars
Posted by Alexandria
December 24, 2020
Highly Recommend Kevin!
5.0 stars
Posted by Krisstin
April 2, 2019
Better than I could have possibly hoped for
5.0 stars
Posted by anonymous
November 28, 2018
Truck Accident - Wrongful Death Case
5.0 stars
Posted by Stacy
August 2, 2018
Can't Thank Him Enough
5.0 stars
Posted by Kristi
August 1, 2018
Deserves more than 5 stars!
5.0 stars
Posted by Sandi
July 19, 2018
Highly recommended!
5.0 stars
Posted by Scott
July 19, 2018
Highly recommend Kevin.
5.0 stars
Posted by Aaron
April 18, 2018
Highest Recommendation Possible!
5.0 stars
Posted by Beth
September 9, 2017
Highly Recommended
5.0 stars
Posted by Diana
May 26, 2017
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Attorney endorsements
(145)
Nicholas Ferraro, Trucking accident Attorney on Feb 27, 2018
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Kevin is a devoted and excellent advocate for his clients.
Brian Wright, Personal injury Attorney on Feb 17, 2016
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Kevin Coluccio is a highly experienced, tenacious, and compassionate advocate for his clients. I endorse him unequivocally.
Nicholas Ferraro, Trucking accident Attorney on Feb 27, 2018
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Kevin is a devoted and excellent advocate for his clients.
Brian Wright, Personal injury Attorney on Feb 17, 2016
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Kevin Coluccio is a highly experienced, tenacious, and compassionate advocate for his clients. I endorse him unequivocally.
Jeremy Johnston, Personal injury Attorney on Feb 17, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
My office has had the pleasure of working with Kevin on several matters and I have personally seen the quality service he provides to his clients. Kevin is an exceptional attorney and skilled litigator. I highly endorse Kevin.
Mark Clay, Car accident Attorney on Aug 21, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I highly endorse Mr. Coluccio. Very knowledgeable and caring attorney who achieves great results in representing clients! I want all people to contact him for help.
Adam Studnicki, Unknown Attorney on Aug 19, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Mr. Coluccio is a valuable asset to this community. His dedication to the law and his clients is admirable.
Terri Herron, Car accident Attorney on May 11, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Lawrence Flick, Car accident Attorney on Apr 2, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Mark Murad, Unknown Attorney on Mar 21, 2015
Relationship: Other
I endorse this lawyer. He is one of the best lawyers!
Daniel Laurence, Personal injury Attorney on Jan 5, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I have known Kevin by his excellent reputation for many years and have come to know him personally in the last few years through the work he has done on personal injury matters. He is a clear-headed, tenacious, caring and effective advocate who is admired even by his opponents.
Judd Nemiro, Unknown Attorney on Nov 25, 2014
Relationship: Other
Excellent, compassionate and wonderful lawyer. I endorse this lawyer.
Douglas Borthwick, Car accident Attorney on Oct 31, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Robert von Dohlen, Trucking accident Attorney on Oct 3, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Dmitriy Shakhnevich, Brain injury Attorney on Sep 28, 2014
Relationship: Other
I endorse this lawyer.
Simon Kabzan, Car accident Attorney on Sep 11, 2014
Relationship: Other
I endorse this individual as a highly respected and knowledgable lawyer in their practice.
Kenneth Golden, Personal injury Attorney on Sep 11, 2014
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Kevin is one of the best attorneys I have ever met in handling complex cases with catastrophic injuries. I endorse Keven without hesitation.
Richard Rosenstein, Unknown Attorney on Jul 15, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Hovanes Margarian, Trucking accident Attorney on Jul 2, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Sean Cleary, Brain injury Attorney on May 20, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. A highly skilled and respected lawyer in the legal community.
Dean Perkins, Personal injury Attorney on May 13, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse Kevin Coluccio. He has been one of the preeminent personal injury lawyers in Washington State for the past twenty years.
John O'Brien, Brain injury Attorney on May 1, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. A brilliant and highly respected attorney in the legal community.
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