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For over 40 years, attorney Christopher Sharpe has been a steadfast champion for Washington’s injured individuals, guiding them through the complexities of personal injury and workers’ compensation law. Mr Sharpe is known for his honesty, empathy, and thorough knowledge of L&I and insurance regulations. Chris built his career by representing individuals against the Department of Labor & Industries and large self-insured employers, refusing to let powerful entities trample on the rights of the injured. Recognizing the daunting nature of the legal system, he has written extensively and in plain English, about insurance and L&I law. The Sharpe Law Firm website offers this free resource so that every person can learn about, understand, and assert their rights. Though he no longer takes on new cases directly, Chris remains active as Of Counsel at the Walthew Law Firm, where he consults, mentors, and refers clients to specialized L&I attorneys. His lifelong dedication to access to justice continues to fuel his work and his popular website, which empowers injured persons throughout Washington State.
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48 years | 1,000 cases
48 years | 3,500 cases
25 cases
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State: Washington
Acquired: 1978
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Posted by anonymous | November 16, 2020 | Consulted Attorney
The representative is very professional and helpful. She is very knowledgable with the law regarding L&I.
Posted by Ann | October 30, 2020 | Consulted Attorney
Cheryl took the heavy weight off my shoulders with her knowledge and recommendations. She was very professional, non-bias, and very compassionate. She gave me all the tools I needed to make informed decisions. Advised me on all the necessary documents I needed and who to get them from she went throug...
Cheryl is the best. I'm glad we could be of assistance.
Posted by anonymous | October 28, 2020 | Consulted Attorney
Very impressed... I contacted them for help with an L&I claim. They spent time reviewing the file and provided guidance on how to proceed, along with work product. They refused to bill me for what must have been at least a few hours work. They actually mean it that you don't need to hire an attorney ...
I'm glad we could help. We aim to please and seldom miss the mark.
Posted by anonymous | October 4, 2020 | Consulted Attorney
Thank you for helping me with some L & I , POOR service. The provider after L & I should loose there license. Extremely poor service!
We appreciate the opportunity to be of assistance. We like to help. If your provider continues their poor ways, you can file a provider complaint with L&I. Bad providers should find another job. Keep up the good fight. Chris Sharpe
Posted by anonymous | April 18, 2019 | Hired Attorney
At a time when my future was very uncertain, Sharp Law firm was recommended to me. After I met Chris Sharp and his team Bob,Vatlia, Cheryl and Stacey I felt like I had a team too! They took care of me. I would recommend Sharp Law Firm to anyone in need.
You, too, are a member of the team. I'm pleased we could be of assistance.
"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Chris for 20 years on companion cases where he has handled the worker's compensation claim and I have handled the third party claim. He is able to obtain superior results for his clients who have been injured on the job by advocating for his clients to ensure they receive full and fair compensation for wage loss, permanent partial disability ratings or long term pensions."
"Christopher Sharpe is a trusted, bright and hard working attorney. He is admired by his peers and feared by L&I. He is committed to helping his clients and dedicated to maximizing their benefits. If I had a worker's compensation claim, Christopher Sharpe would be my lawyer."
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Top Lawyers USA, Top Lawyers USA
2016
One of the Nations Top Injured Workers' Attorneys, Workers' Injury Law & Advocacy Group
2014
Top 100 Injured Workers' Attorneys, Workers' Injury Law & Advocacy Group
2012
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2011
Alvin Anderson Award, Washington State Association For Justice
2011
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2010
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2009
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2008
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2003
Pro Bono Publico Service Commentation, Washington State Bar Association
1970
4 Bronze Stars for Valor (4 V devices), U.S. Army
1970
Purple Heart, U.S. Army
1970
Viet Nam Tour Ribbon (2 times), U.S. Army
1979 - Present
Attorney and Owner, Sharpe Law Firm
2005 - Present
Workplace Injury Litigation Group, Inc.Member
1979 - Present
King County Bar AssociationMember
1979 - Present
Washington State Bar AssociationMember
1979 - Present
Washington State Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2007 - 2013
King County Bar Association Lawyer Referral Service CommitteeChair and member
2007 - 2013
Washington State Bar Association Adjunct Investivative Counsel PanelMember
Pension for life
Pension
Spousal pension
1977
JD - Juris Doctor
1973
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2006
Dealing with Labor and Industries Claims: the Benefits, Burdens, and How to Cut Through the Red Tape
2004
Workers' Compensation
2003
Workers' Compensation
2002
Workers' Compensation
2001
Workers' Compensation
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Christopher earned significant contribution points in 2012.
Would this be considered conflict of interest if my attorney used to work for the other side?
01 Dec 2025
What can we do? My my mother fell at a rehab center She fell and broke her neck.
23 Nov 2025
If I go to the doctor a year after workers comp injury do that has flared up do I use my insurance or bill to workers comp.
15 Oct 2025