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Karen P. Kruse
also known as Karen P. Clark (fka)
About Karen
Biography
Karen is inspired by, and passionate about, the workplaces on which so many of us depend for our daily livings. Karen naturally gravitated to employment and labor law after more than six years' experience before law school working for the State of Alaska in professional personnel and labor relations roles. From this pre-law experience, Karen knows something of what it's like to sit in her clients' chairs.
Karen has been privileged to work with all types of businesses and organizations, from the smallest enterprises, owned by individuals or families, to mid-sized regional organizations, to large national or multi‑national corporations. She has served clients in all economic sectors (private, nonprofit and public). Examples of the economic sectors in which Karen has represented employers include:
- Technology
- Transportation
- Hospitality
- Manufacturing
- Construction
- Healthcare and assisted living
- Retail
- Home and field services
- Insurance
- Staffing
- Professional or legal services
- Government contracting
- Energy
Whatever the context, Karen collaborates with clients to address their legal needs in ways that are consistent with their business goals.
Although the great majority of Karen's work has been on behalf of employers, she also selectively considers accepting matters on behalf of employees.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Employment and Labor
50%
35 years
Litigation
50%
35 years
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Licensed in Washington for 35 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 1990
No misconduct found
Location
Karen Kruse Law, PLLC
P.O. Box 99556, Seattle, WA, 98139-0556
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Posted by Mark | February 09, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor
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It is my pleasure to recommend Karen as employment counsel. She deftly guided us through a myriad of federal, state and local statutes and regulations when developing our company's scattered paid time off policy. She was fair on her fees, did not exceed our budget, and delivered quality work product....
Karen P. Kruse's Lawyer Endorsements
"Karen Kruse represented the opposing party in one of my employment cases. I was impressed with her extensive knowledge and understanding of employment law. I endorse Karen Kruse without any reservation."
Vera Fomina
Employment and labor lawyer
Experience
Honors
2017
Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell
2010
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
1989
Mary Ellen Krug Scholarship, King County Bar Association,Labor and Employment Section
Work Experience
2016 - Present
Owner, Karen Kruse Law, PLLC
2003 - 2016
Attorney, Jackson Lewis, P.C.
1991 - 2003
Attorney, Perkins Coie LLP
1990 - 1991
Clerk, Judge Eugene A. Wright
Associations
1991 - Present
King County Bar AssociationMember
1990 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
1990 - Present
Washington State Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Wingert v. Yellow Freight Systems, Inc., 146 Wn.2d 841 (2002)
6-3 decision for the employee plaintiffs; decided issues of first impression in Washington.
SPEEA, et al. v. Boeing Co., 139 Wn.2d 824 (2000)
Through partial summary judgment motions, substantially reduced the scope of this nationwide wage-hour class action. Successfully defended this result on appeal.
Education
1990
University of Washington School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor -- with high honors
1987
University of Alaska at Juneau
BA, magna cum laude
Speaking Engagements
2016
Legal Quick Hits
Joint Employment – Recent Developments
2015
Jackson Lewis Annual Pacific Northwest Employer Legal Update 2015
Midlife [of Employment Relationship] Issues Continued: The Gender Jigsaw
2015
Jackson Lewis Annual Pacific Northwest Employer Legal Update 2015
Great Beginnings – Hiring and Onboarding
2015
Employment Law Update (on March 25, 2015)
Significant Employment Law Developments in 2014-2015 and Issues to Watch in 2015
2015
2015 Coffee Break Series
Pregnancy Discrimination, Leave, and Accommodations
2013
January 2013 Chapter Meeting
2012 Update
2012
The Jackson Lewis 2013 Women's Employment Law Conference
News You Can Use: Federal Employment Law Update
2011
WSHHRA Spring 2011 Conference
2011 FMLA and Leave Update: The Tangled Web
2011
Jackson Lewis Women's Employment Law Conference
Addressing Substance Abuse: No grades, no make-ups, no extra credit; Does your substance testing program pass or fail?
2011
Associated Builders & Contractors Construction Management series
Hiring, Firing and Motivating Employees: a presentation in the ABC CM series
2009
Human Resource Audits: Auditing Your Procedures, Documentation and Policies
Human Resources Audits in Washington: Auditing Your Employee Handbook
2007
July 19, 2007 Luncheon Meeting
Wage-Hour Issues 2007
2007
Jackson Lewis 18th Annual Corporate Counsel Conference
Wage-Hour Trends 2007
2006
FMLA Update
Avoiding FMLA Retaliation Claims
2006
5th Annual Jackson Lewis Women's Employment Law Conference
Substance Abuse in the Privacy Age: Where Can You Test Employees and How Is It Done Lawfully?
2006
18th Annual Nortwest Regional Payroll Conference
FMLA Issues
2005
Washington Public Ports Association CLE
Understanding and Minimizing Employment Law Risks
2005
Labor and Employment Law Update 2006
Ethics for Labor and Employment Practitioners in Washington
2005
Jackson Lewis Seattle Office's Annual Seminar
Sexual Harassment Mock Trial -- played the judge
2004
The Jackson Lewis 3rd Annual Women's Employment Law Conference 2004
Collective Action Alert: Class Action Update
2004
Seminar
Overtime: How the New DOL Regulations Affect Your Clients or Your Company in Washington
2004
Seminar
Avoiding Retaliation claims When Disciplining or Terminating Employees Who Have Taken FMLA Leave
2004
Seminar
Recruitment, Screening and Selection
2004
Employment Law Best Practices Series
Promoting Attendance: Best Practices in Managing Employee Leave Rights
2004
Employment Law Best Practices Series
Best Practices for Preventing or Minimizing Retaliation and Whistleblower Claims
2004
Employment Law Best Practices Series
Best Pracices for Complying with the Wage-Hour Laws
2002
Strategies for Effective Employee Recordkeeping in Washington
Effective Wage-Hour Records for Washington State Employers
2001
Strategies for Effective Employee Recordkeeping in Washington
Effective Wage-Hour Record Keeping in Washington State
2000
Perkins Coie Labor and Employment Breakfast Briefing
Performance Reviews: Making Them Work for You
1996
Perkins Coie Employment Law Briefings
Kiss a Thousand Frogs: Hiring the Right Employee
Publications
2014
Law Practice Today (ABA)
How to Avoid the Same HR Mistakes Our Clients Make
2003
Equal Employment Opportunity Update. 8 ed.
Equal Employment Opportunity Update. 8 ed.
2000
Equal Employment Opportunity Update. 7 ed.
Equal Employment Opportunity Update. 7 ed.
1998
Washington Lawyers Practice Manual, King County Bar Association, Young Lawyers Division
Employment Discrimination Chapter
1996
Washington Lawyers Practice Manual, King County Bar Association, Young Lawyers Division
Employment Discrimination Chapter
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Non compete agreement in washington state
23 Sep 2021
Q&A
Can my job ask for a doctors note after they send me home sick?
28 Aug 2021
Q&A
Can I as an employer in Washington state force my employees to take there saved vacation and personal days at a specific time ?
29 Jul 2021