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A former union organizer, I believe everyone has the right to go to work in a way that provides dignity, respect, and fulfillment in addition to a living wage and time to care for our health, children, and families. I spend my career tirelessly working to achieve this right for all.
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P.O. Box 47406, Seattle, WA, 98146
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...
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 ...
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 ...
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...
"Lauren is a fierce advocate who clients can trust and rely on. I endorse Lauren and strongly recommend her services."
"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."
"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."
Personal injury lawyer
Employment and labor lawyer
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
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
2013 - Present
Washington Employment Lawyers Association
2012 - Present
King County Bar AssociationLabor & Employment Section
Benefits Allowed - overturned prior ESD decision
Benefits Allowed - overturned prior ESD decision
Benefits Allowed - overturned prior ESD decision
Benefits Allowed - overturned prior ESD decision
Benefits Allowed - overturned prior ESD decision
Benefits Allowed - overturned prior ESD decision
Benefits Allowed - overturned prior ESD decision
Benefits Allowed - overturned prior ESD decision
Benefits Allowed - overturned prior ESD decision
Benefits Allowed - overturned prior ESD decision
Benefits Allowed
Benefits Allowed - overturned prior ESD decision
Overturned benefit denial, unemployment benefits allowed
2015
JD - Juris Doctor
2007
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2015
Burien's Anti-Homeless Ordinance
2015
English
Legal Answers
If I give notice and my employer lets me go before I have worked it out, am I entitled to unemployment benefits?
23 Jul 2016
Can i sue a company who hired me then fired me after doing a background check?
23 Jul 2016