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About Geoffrey
Biography
Geoff Grindeland is a trial lawyer who regularly defends police officers, municipalities, manufacturers, and other individuals and businesses in high-stakes litigation arising out of airplane crashes, officer-involved shootings, fatal accidents, and other serious incidents. Prior to attending law school, Geoff was a Navy pilot who managed safety, flight-training, and aircraft-maintenance programs. He is particularly proud of his work defending police officers, and he also enjoys cases that involve scientific, engineering, or other technical issues. Super Lawyers Magazine has selected Geoff to its “Super Lawyers” list each year since 2013.
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Licensed in Oregon for 13 years
State: Oregon
Acquired: 2012
No misconduct found
Licensed in Alaska for 13 years
State: Alaska
Acquired: 2012
No misconduct found
Licensed in Washington for 21 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 2004
No misconduct found
Location
Seamark Law Group PLLC
400 Winslow Way E, Ste 230, Bainbridge Island, WA, 98110
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Experience
Honors
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine
2021
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine
2020
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine
2019
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine
2018
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine
2017
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine
2016
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyer Magazine
2015
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine
2014
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine
2013
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine
2012
"Rising Star", Washington Super Lawyers
2011
"Rising Star", Washington Super Lawyers
2010
"Rising Star", Washington Law & Politics Magazine
2009
"Rising Star", Washington Law & Politics Magazine
Work Experience
2019 - Present
Attorney & Managing Member, Seamark Law Group PLLC
2004 - 2018
Attorney & Principal, Mills Meyers Swartling
1990 - 2001
Pilot & Naval Officer, U.S. Navy
Associations
2019 - Present
Kitsap County Bar AssociationMember
American Bar Association
Member
Washington State Bar Association
Member
Washington Defense Trial Lawyers
Member
2017 - 2019
Washington State Bar Association, Court Rules and Procedures CommitteeMember
2014 - 2015
Helpline HousePresident
2012 - 2013
Helpline HouseVice President
2011 - 2011
Helpline HouseTreasurer
2010 - 2015
Helpline HouseBoard Member
2010 - 2010
United Way of Kitsap CountyBoard Member
2007 - 2007
King County Bar AssociationChair, Aviation Section
2006 - 2006
King County Bar AssociationVice-Chair, Aviation Section
2006 - 2009
Kitsap County Community Development Corp.Secretary
2005 - 2005
King County Bar AssociationTreasurer, Aviation Section
2005 - 2009
Kitsap County Community Development Corp.Board Member
Education
2004
University of Virginia
JD - Juris Doctor
1990
United States Naval Academy
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2022
Washington Public Risk Management Association Workshop
Avoiding Nuclear Verdicts
2018
Spring Conference, Washington State Association of Municipal Attorneys
Defense and Indemnification of Employees and Officials
2014
Pacific Northwest Aviation Law and Insurance Seminar
Game Theory and the Rational Case for Cooperation in Litigation
2013
Washington Public Risk Management Association Workshop
The 20/20 Vision of Hindsight: Police Liability for Use of Force
2013
Lorman "Police Liability" Seminar
Reasonable Force & Qualified Immunity
2012
"Recent Trends in the Law of Arrest, Search, and Seizure" CLE
The Law of Arrest
2011
Lorman "Police Liability" Seminar
Qualified Immunity: The Basics and the New Methodology
2010
In-House CLE
12 Tips on Making Your Case
2009
"Police Liability in Washington" CLE
The Rights of Onlookers--When Does Observing Police Action Become Obstruction?
2004
Pacific Northwest Aviation Law and Insurance Seminar
Aviation Case Law Update
Publications
2008
Toro Insurance Newsletter
Incorporation Is Not a Complete Shield Against Personal Liability
Languages
English