Lauren Heather Berkowitz

Lauren Heather Berkowitz

5.0
Rating: 8.2

Licensed for 10 years

Employment and labor Lawyer at Seattle, WA
Practice Areas: Employment & Labor, Employee Benefits, Animal Law

P.O. Box 47406, Seattle, WA

About Lauren

Biography

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 40-300 per hour

Contingency

30%-40%

Pro bono

5 %


Payment Methods

  • Check

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Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 10 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 2015

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Lauren H. Berkowitz, Attorney at Law, LLC

P.O. Box 47406, Seattle, WA, 98146

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Lauren Heather Berkowitz's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

9 Client Reviews

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Posted by Katherine | June 29, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Libel & Slander

PERC Complaint

We retained Lauren to fight our union in PERC and to represent us in a defamation lawsuit. Lauren provided excellent counsel for us and even successful in obtaining a protection order for us. Even though our outcome wasn't favorable for PERC, it was for the lawsuit. But Lauren was upfront and hone...st about our chances and kept us well informed. It was a lengthy lawsuit with appeals on both sides. Lauren was tenacious. I really liked that she was available through text, email, or phone and explained all the matters and our options...Lauren believed in us... the length of time in the Court was the failure of legal system and in no way a reflection of Lauren's work. There isn't room enough in this box for me to express how grateful we are for all she has done for us. Thank you Lauren.....

Posted by G | June 29, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor

Defamation suit and PERC Complaint

Lauren stood by our side for nearly five years while we were attacked by our own union and their lawyers. She won the bigger part of the lawsuit and if the PERC system wasn't so rigged toward unions, she should have won that too. While my faith in our justice system is severely shaken and my faith ...in unions is almost destroyed, this is the one shining example of a true legal professional who cares about her clients first and will take on any and all lawyers, unions or government bureaucracies that are destroying people's lives. If you have a problem that seems insurmountable against a union, an employer or especially a government bureaucracy then Lauren is a must to hire!! She also won't BS you just to make a buck. She will be honest about your chances of winning a case. She became like family by the time our five year ordeal had ended and we were almost sad because she was so awesome and we will truly miss her.

Posted by John | June 03, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor

Excellent, committed attorney

Lauren represented me in my appeal after denial of unemployment benefits. She was knowledgeable, conscientious, and committed. I could not have hoped for better representation.

Posted by Zane | December 13, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor

Best legal experience I could hope for

When I was unfairly discharged from my previous employer and denied unemployment, it rocked my world. A good friend who had a similar problem recommended Mrs. Berkowitz and I gave her a call. She walked me through the process with expert guidance. Her fantastic knowledge of the situation and kind ...demeanor really helped make a highly stressful situation much easier to deal with. I'm incredibly grateful for the successful case, but even more grateful for how much stress she took off my mind during this ordeal. This amazing woman knows her stuff.

Posted by Krystal | September 19, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Mediation

Thoughtful, Prepared & Calming

Lauren took the time to listen to my case, ask clarifying questions, and - what's more - validate my experiences. I cannot stress how empowering it was to hear that I was not alone and that what I was experiencing was real; it made the difference between me following through on my case and dropping i...t. With active listening, obvious expertise and clear direction, Lauren guided me through an emotional mediation by setting expectations, answering questions immediately (sometimes in the middle of the night!) and always telling me the truth - even if it was difficult to hear. I could not recommend her services highly enough.

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Lauren Heather Berkowitz's Lawyer Endorsements

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Jordan Taren

Employment and labor lawyer | Apr 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Lauren is a fierce advocate who clients can trust and rely on. I endorse Lauren and strongly recommend her services."

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Michael Geoghegan

Employment and labor lawyer | Feb 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I refer to Lauren any matters that relate to unemployment compensation. She is great! Lauren is committed to her clients, genuine and direct. She'll tell you whether you have a leg to stand on and go to bat for you."

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Andres Munoz

Employment and labor lawyer | Jul 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Lauren is a dedicated and passionate employment attorney who cares deeply for workers' rights. Along with bringing experience and a hard work ethic, Lauren provides a practice rooted in compassion to her clients and their needs."

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Andres Munoz

Employment and labor lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.2 (Excellent)

Honors

2015

Women of WSAJ Scholarship, Washington State Association for Justice

2015

Mary Ellen Krug Scholarship Fund, King County Bar Association

2015

Avvo Scholars Circle, Avvo

2014

2014 Goldmark Internship, Equal Justice Foundation

2013

WWL Scholarship, King County Washington Women Lawyers

2013

Labor & Employment Summer Clerkship, Washington State Bar Association

Work Experience

2014 - Present

Associate, McKenzie Rothwell Barlow & Coughran, PS

2014 - Present

City Councilmember, City of Burien

2014 - 2014

Goldmark Intern, Unemployment Law Project

2013 - 2013

Intern, Teamsters Local 117

2009 - 2012

Union Organizer, Washington Federation of State Employees, AFSCME Council 28

2008 - 2009

Labor Organizer, UFCW Local 21

Associations

2013 - Present

Washington Employment Lawyers Association

2012 - Present

King County Bar Association

Labor & Employment Section

Sample of Legal Cases

In re CF

Benefits Allowed - overturned prior ESD decision

In re RF

Benefits Allowed - overturned prior ESD decision

In re SH

Benefits Allowed - overturned prior ESD decision

In re JH

Benefits Allowed - overturned prior ESD decision

In re CP

Benefits Allowed - overturned prior ESD decision

In re VT

Benefits Allowed - overturned prior ESD decision

In re EH

Benefits Allowed - overturned prior ESD decision

In re IA

Benefits Allowed - overturned prior ESD decision

In re SS

Benefits Allowed - overturned prior ESD decision

In re MC

Benefits Allowed - overturned prior ESD decision

In re RS

Benefits Allowed

In re AK

Benefits Allowed - overturned prior ESD decision

In re DH

Overturned benefit denial, unemployment benefits allowed

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Education

2015

University of Washington School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2007

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2015

King County Democrats

Burien's Anti-Homeless Ordinance

Publications

2015

Public Emails and Social Media Multiple Updates re Burien Social Justice Issues

Languages

English

Activity

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