John D Webber
About John
Biography
John D. Webber is the Managing Shareholder for GLP Attorneys based in the firm’s Seattle office. John began his practice of personal injury law in Albuquerque, New Mexico in 1995. In 2000, he moved to Seattle, and joined the personal injury attorney Seattle team at GLP Attorneys. John is an Eagle member of the Washington State Association for Justice (WSAJ), and has served the organization in various leadership roles, including as 2023 Second Vice President Legislative Affairs and Member of the Board of Governors, 2020-2022 Vice President Public Affairs, 2019-2020 Board of Governors At-Large member, and as the 2018 Co-Chair for the WSAJ Annual Convention. He earned the honor of being named a 2015-2022 SuperLawyer, and a 2007-2008 Washington Rising Star. He has earned a 10.0 rating on . He is an active member of the American Association for Justice.
John focuses his law practice on significant personal injury cases from truck or car collisions, wrongful death, pedestrian accidents, bicycle accidents, construction accidents, logging accidents, traumatic brain injuries and premise liability cases. John is a frequent speaker to the healthcare community in Western Washington regarding personal injury law in Washington State. He leads GLP Attorneys Diversity Committee, and chairs the firm’s Human Resources/Operations Committee, Finance Committee, and Marketing and Business Development Committees.
John’s passion lies in helping others overcome hardships and his service is devoted to improving access to justice and the protection of the laws for our diverse communities in the Pacific Northwest.
Practice Areas
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31 years
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31 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
33%-40%
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Licensed in Washington for 25 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 2000
No misconduct found
Licensed in New Mexico
State: New Mexico
No misconduct found
Location
GLP Attorneys, P.S., Inc.
2601 Fourth Avenue, Floor 6, Seattle, WA, 98121
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John D Webber's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 6 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Katherine | February 18, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Honest and compassionate
John Webber guided me through my case with compassion and just the right amount of detail. He fought for a fair settlement, keeping me informed every step of the way. He is ethical and smart. I was extremely pleased with my result.
Posted by Gina | February 22, 2015
Highly recommend John D. Webber
I would highly recommend John D. Webber and his exceptional legal representation from Graham Lundberg Peschel. It was very reassuring to have Mr. Webber, a partner at Graham Lundberg Peschel, attend my mediation hearing involving a slip and fall case against a major grocery store chain. I had both n...
Posted by anonymous | January 8, 2014
logging accident client
John is is a wonderful person and a great attorney..we hired him in October and was finished with a settlement in December..only two months later. He worked very hard for us. He kept us informed every step of the way. He even drove to our home every appointment which is more than a hour for him one w...
Posted by anonymous | August 15, 2013
Fought Hard for His Client
My sister was in a car accident, and the insurance company was offering her peanuts to settle the claim. Working in the legal field (having done both plaintiff and defense work), I recommended she sign up with John Webber to handle her claims. John and his team fought hard for my sister, and ultimate...
Posted by anonymous | April 29, 2013
Took the Stress Away
Dealing with a personal injury case is a very stressful thing to do. Especially when you are trying to work and get treatment. To have to talk to the insurance companies yourself is unnecessary. I had spoken to a few attorneys and felt they were either slightly rude and/or didn't believe in chiroprac...
John D Webber's Lawyer Endorsements
"I spent a summer working for John while I was in law school. It was easy to see that John was a skilled attorney. But what struck me was how calm and poised John stayed, even when the pressure was high. That can make all the difference in litigation."
"I endorse and refer cases to John as well as other attorneys in his firm. He is highly knowledgeable and skilled in his practice as are all the attorneys at this firm."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I have come to know John Webber as a zealous advocate for his injured clients, and as a kind, helping human being. I've worked John on several projects, not only personal injury claims, and truly value his insight and talents."
"John is a zealous advocate and top-notch attorney. He goes to bat for his clients and I absolutely endorse him as an attorney. I would not hesitate to call John to represent me if I were injured myself."
"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked together with John on several cases. He is always looking out for the best interest of his clients. He is skilled in his field and passionate about his work."
"I endorse John. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"John Webber is a dedicated and skilled attorney who consistently gets great results for his clients. I enjoyed working with John and am happy to endorse him."
"John has been my mentor since I began my career at Graham Lundberg Peschel as an intern in 2008. While working for John, I have observed that he has a commitment to his clients that is unmatched. Most of what I know about personal injury I have learned from John. He represents the pinnacle of legal professionalism, and I aspire in my own legal career to approximate the knowledge, skill, and expertise that I have seen him demonstrate."
"John Webber is a skilled and thoughtful attorney whose skills I have had the opportunity to personally observe. I do not hesitate to endorse him."
"John is a great lawyer and also a great guy. He is generous with his time, compassionate for his clients, and passionate about their causes. I have and continue to refer personal injury and medical malpractice cases to John with confidence."
"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer. I worked for John for two years in a civil litigation firm. John fights zealously to defend his clients' interests against insurance companies and their attorneys. He also reserves time to offer legal expertise and practical advice to co-workers and clients on how to reach a successful resolution in each case."
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Experience
Honors
2019
Washington Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine
2018
Washington Super Lawyer, Washington Law & Politics Magazine
2017
Washington Super Lawyer, Washington Law & Politics Magazine
2016
Washington Super Lawyer, Washington Law & Politics Magazine
2015
Washington Super Lawyer, Washington Law & Politics Magazine
2013
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers
2011
Million Dollar Advocate, Million Dollar Advocates Forum
2010
Million Dollar Advocate, Million Dollar Advocates Forum
2009
Million Dollar Advocate, Million Dollar Advocates Forum
2009
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2008
Washington Rising Star, Washington Law & Politics Magazine
2007
Washington Rising Star, Washington Law & Politics Magazine
1998
Trial Advocacy Skills, National Institute for Trial Advocacy
1990
Harry S. Truman Scholar, Harry S. Truman Foundation
Work Experience
2005 - Present
Shareholder Attorney, GLP Attorneys, P.S., Inc.
2000 - 2005
Associate Attorney, GLP Attorneys, P.S., Inc.
1999 - 2000
Associate Attorney, The Stribling Law Firm
1998 - 1999
Associate Attorney, Daniel J. O'Brien & Associates
1995 - 1998
Associate Attorney, Branch Law Firm
Associations
2016 - Present
Benton Franklin County Bar AssociationMember
2014 - Present
American Association for JusticeMember
2010 - Present
Skagit County Bar AssociationMember
2009 - Present
Million Dollar Advocates ForumMillion Dollar Advocate
2009 - Present
United States District Court for the Western District of WashingtonAdmitted
2006 - Present
Washington State Association for JusticeEagle Member
2000 - Present
Washington State Association for JusticeMember
1995 - Present
United States Court of Appeals for the Tenth CircuitAdmitted
Sample of Legal Cases
$3M settlement
$2.2M settlement
$500,000 settlement
$7 million policy limit settlement
$500,000 settlement
Settlement for $1.1 million
Education
1995
JD - Juris Doctor
1992
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2017
Full Recovery: PI Case Inception
2016
2016
Medical Liens 2016
2015
If You Pay the Lien, Does Your Client Owe the Balance?
2014
Full Treatment, Full Payment, Full Recovery
2014
What is Payment in Full and How Do You Get It
2013
Medical Liens and Your Practice: Getting Paid on 3rd Party Claims
2013
PIP Strategies and Solutions
2013
Most Outrageous Insurance Tactics
2013
Medical Records Compliance and Documentation
2012
The How and Why of L&I
2012
Simplifying Complex Cases
2012
What is Payment in Full and How Do You Get It
2012
What You Need to Know About Medical Liens
2011
Hot Topics from Your Personal Injury Practice
2011
Battling Insurance Tactics: War Stories from the Frontline
2011
Debunking the Attorney Myth
2011
Medical Liens Step-by-Step
2010
HCP Assistant Seminar
2010
IME's, Records Reviews & Other Nonsense
2010
Getting Paid in a PI Case
2010
Documentation in a Personal Injury Case
2010
Litigation Roadmap for HCP's
2009
Understanding Medical Liens
2009
Impairment Ratings and the 6th Edition to the AMA Guides
2009
PIP Issues and the Insurance Fair Conduct Act
2009
Top 10 Do's and Don'ts in a Personal Injury Case
Publications
2013
2012
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Can my attorney charge a third of the medical bills covered under PIP by my auto insurance?
21 Jan 2015
I was punched in the face by a stranger, unprovoked and with no communication. Should I pursue punitive damages?
23 Jun 2014
Do I have to accept an insurance company's lowball estimate to repair my auto damage?
05 Sep 2013