Damien Villarreal’s unique legal experience blends worker advocacy with employer-side counseling for complex business and intellectual property issues. Damien’s many years in the world of international fine arts provided him an understanding of the wide-ranging vulnerabilities and opportunities inherent in copyright, trademark and trade secret law. Solidifying and expanding this knowledge with an LL.M in Intellectual Property from the University of Washington School of Law, Damien now focuses on the art, technology, and entertainment industries to provide his clients the legal counsel their unique situations demand.
Damien has also proven to be a tireless advocate for the rights of workers in Washington State. Having represented victims of wage theft, discrimination, and retaliation in a wide swath of industries - ranging from Seattle’s active construction sites to the agricultural fields of Eastern Washington - he knows what it means to fight for workers in their time of need. Damien works passionately, blending his legal skills in both English and Spanish, to ensure every one of his clients have their voices heard and their sense of justice vindicated.
Damien is also a current board member of Pratt Fine Arts in Seattle, WA, and is actively engaged in pro bono immigration work throughout Washington State. On a personal note, Damien is a dedicated reader and enjoys pursuing historical research projects in his spare time.
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Languages spoken
English, Spanish
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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WA | Active | 2016 | 06/28/2022 |
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Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Rising Star | Super Lawyers | 2021 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Attorney | Skidmore & Fomina, PLLC | 2018 - Present |
Founding Attorney | Damien Villarreal LLC | 2017 - Present |
Associate Attorney | Robblee Detwiler & Black | 2016 - 2017 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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University of Washington School of Law | LL.M - Master of Laws | 2018 |
Seattle University School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 2015 |
University of Washington | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 2009 |
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Gregory Skidmore, Employment and labor Attorney on Dec 26, 2019
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Damien is a skilled attorney with a gift at connecting with people while also effectively explaining their legal options with compassion and professional excellence. I strongly endorse this lawyer.
Christopher Stockwell, Employment and labor Attorney on Dec 20, 2019
Relationship: Friend
I endorse this lawyer. Damien is a skilled workers' rights advocate. I would not hesitate to refer anyone to him.
Vera Fomina, Unknown Attorney on Aug 14, 2018
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I have had the pleasure of working with Damien on a number of cases. He is a hardworking attorney who zealously advocates for his clients. I endorse Damien without any reservation.
Michael Jewitt, Employment and labor Attorney on Jan 5, 2017
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
Damien is intelligent, witty, and erudite. He brings a breadth of knowledge and personal experience to his practice. I would not hesitate to hire him for any matter relevant to his practice areas.
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