Vera Fomina

Vera Fomina

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 14 years

Employment and labor Lawyer at Seattle, WA
Practice Areas: Employment & Labor, Sexual Harassment, Discrimination ... +2 more

1001 Fourth Avenue, Ste 4368, Seattle, WA

About Vera

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 20 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 10 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 2015

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Texas for 14 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 2011

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

Skidmore & Fomina

1001 Fourth Avenue, Ste 4368, Seattle, WA, 98154

Skidmore & Fomina, PLLC

14205 SE 36th Street, Suite 100, Bellevue, WA, 98006

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Vera Fomina's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

51 Client Reviews

Showing 6 - 10 of 51 reviews

Posted by Wayne | June 22, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Wrongful Termination

Outstanding! - Highly recommended

Vera is brilliant! She is knowledgeable, professional and honest. She truly cares about her clients and negotiates for their best interests. I was referred to Vera, after many attorneys I had contacted would not consider my case. I met with Vera and Greg and they were willing to take my extre...mely complicated, long term embedded contractor and wrongful termination case. They were also willing to take my case on a contingency fee basis and immediately started to take action. Vera has extensive knowledge of employment law. Vera and her team researched every possible option and took the time to explain them in detail. She will help you decide which option is best for you. Vera and her team quickly respond to calls and emails. She is not intimidated by giant corporations and their many attorneys. She always remains calm and focused. Vera is also a great negotiator. She was able to settle the case in Mediation before it went to court. The settlement included ending the lawsuit that was filed against my company related to my case. Vera and everyone on her team worked together to achieve a successful settlement, with the best possible outcome in our favor, after almost three years of negotiations with many corporate attorneys.

Posted by Ofer | June 20, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Excellent attorney

Vera did an incredible job for me. Not only is she knowledgeable, but she also understands the process, how the other side thinks, and what they most likely will happen next. She is very calm, and with a positive yet logical attitude. Last but definitely not least, she is great at negotiation, and de...finitely exceeded any expectations I had before starting the process.

Posted by Scott | September 03, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Wrongful Termination

A true Pro

Vera brought her A game in our wrongful termination suit resulting in a great outcome. She asked the right questions and saw the points of leverage at every interaction. She had persistence and patience throughout. I’m glad she was on our side.

Posted by Егор | July 07, 2020

Great attorney

Vera was very honest, professional, and confident. When it came to dealing with the other side, Vera was tough and relentless. She truly fights for her clients. I highly recommend her.

Posted by Marina Almagro | June 25, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor

Excellent attorney

Vera is an attorney with extensive knowledge of employment law and remarkable ability to think outside the box. I appreciated Vera’s patience, resourcefulness and honesty and would recommend her to anyone who is dealing with an employment matter.

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Vera Fomina's Lawyer Endorsements

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Jason Schauer

Sexual harassment lawyer | Jul 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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D. Delue

Employment and labor lawyer | Jan 06

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Vera Fomina is a formidable lawyer, savvy, brilliant, and no one to tangle with! She also is honest and a fair adversary, who I would recommend for anyone seeking a fantastic lawyer. I enjoyed working against her so much, we teamed up on the next case!"

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David Benson

Employment and labor lawyer | May 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Vera. She is a very smart and talented lawyer and does exceptional work for her clients. Our firm has been opposite her and think highly of her legal skills. She is a strong advocate for her employee clients."

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Damien Villarreal

Employment and labor lawyer | Dec 27

Relationship: Co-worker

"I have worked with Vera on a many cases and I can firmly state that she is a talented attorney who tirelessly advocates for her clients. I endorse Vera and would recommend her without hesitation to anyone seeking legal representation."

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Robert Smith

Employment and labor lawyer | Nov 13

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have had the pleasure of working with Vera Fomina for several years. Vera is a hardworking attorney who puts her clients’ needs first. I appreciate her integrity and commitment to each case she undertakes. She zealously advocates for her clients. I highly endorse this attorney."

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Karen Kruse

Employment and labor lawyer | Nov 11

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Vera was a conscientious, collegial and ethical opposing counsel. She has the ability to advocate well for her client while not alienating the other party's representative. Her employment law experience is already strong and will only grow as she continues in practice. I look forward to working with (or against) her in the future."

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Timothy Pauley

Employment and labor lawyer | Apr 28

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. Vera is a very good attorney and excels in her representation of her clients in labor and employment matters in both an advisory capacity and in litigation on their behalf. She is sensitive to her clients' business and personal needs and expectations and is a formidable advocate on their behalf. Vera is also a great colleague to work with."

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Fatema Burkey

Business lawyer | Feb 08

Relationship: Co-worker

"Highly recommended! Ms. Fomina is an exceptional attorney. She is a well-versed, organized and efficient practitioner, approachable and always professional."

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Melinda Moss

Employment and labor lawyer | Feb 07

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse Vera. She is passionate about representing her clients, knows how to drive a case, and stays on top of the recent employment caselaw."

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Lori Hurl

Employment and labor lawyer | Jan 19

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Vera was opposing counsel on an employment matter I recently handled. It's not often that after you settle the case, you commend opposing counsel, but I did so with Vera because she kept me on my toes. She's direct, but also friendly and great to work with. I highly recommend her."

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Jaime Cole

Employment and labor lawyer | Jul 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I confidently endorse Vera. We've been colleagues for some time now and I value her advice on employment law related matters. She has an in-depth knowledge of employment law and a sharp intuition when it comes to her clients' situations. I have, on multiple occasions, referred clients to her when I have a conflict. She is extremely responsive and detail oriented. Any potential client should have full confidence in her ability to represent them."

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Staci Erwin

Employment and labor lawyer | Jun 20

Relationship: Co-worker

"I have known Ms. Fomina since her legal start. I highly recommend her as legal counsel, an attorney, friend, and confidant. I have had the opportunity to witness not only her dedication to mastering the law in law school, but witnessing her work with numerous clients, both as a co-worker, and as a fellow attorney. Her dedication to her practice is by far stellar. She will bring an depth knowledge of the law to the table every time. What sets her far from the rest is her ability to apply this law to the particular facts of the case in a way that is unparalleled. Most importantly, she cares; and it will show in your results."

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Erin Fairley

Employment and labor lawyer | Jun 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Vera Fomina is a skilled, responsive and experienced employment law attorney whom I wholeheartedly endorse. I recommend her whenever my clients require advice regarding employment issues."

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Cathryn Dammel

Employment and labor lawyer | Jun 16

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Vera is a thoughtful, passionate, and creative advocate. I am continually impressed by her breadth of knowledge and how she interweaves what she knows into practical, compelling argument. Plus, she is a joy to work with."

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Gregory Skidmore

Employment and labor lawyer | Jun 16

Relationship: Co-worker

"Vera Fomina is a professional in every sense of the word. She represents clients with dignity and grace while zealously advocating on their behalf. As an experienced counselor on employment matters, Vera has vast experience in assisting both employees and employers navigate various employment issues."

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Karen Kruse

Employment and labor lawyer

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Timothy Pauley

Employment and labor lawyer

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Douglas Davies

Employment and labor lawyer

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Fatema Burkey

Litigation lawyer

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Melinda Moss

Litigation lawyer

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Lori Hurl

Employment and labor lawyer

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Jaime Cole

Employment and labor lawyer

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Staci Erwin

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2022

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2022

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2021

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2021

Lawyer of Distinction, Employment Law, Lawyers of Distinction

2020

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2020

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2020

Recognizing Excellence, Lawyers of Distinction

2020

Lawyer of Distinction, Employment Law, Lawyers of Distinction

2019

Lawyer of Distinction, Employment Law, Lawyers of Distinction

2019

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2014

Best Lawyer in San Antonio, Scene in SA Magazine

Work Experience

2018 - Present

Founding Member, Skidmore & Fomina, PLLC

2017 - 2018

Shareholder, Mercer Island Law Group, PLLC

2014 - 2016

Attorney, Advocates Law Group, PLLC

2012 - 2014

Attorney, Rougeux & Associates, PLLC

2011 - 2012

Attorney, Mani, Sloan & Little, PLLC

2009 - 2010

Intern, Office of Attorney General, San Antonio, Texas

Associations

2017 - Present

Washington Employment Lawyers Association

Member

2015 - Present

Washington State Bar Association, Labor and Employment Section

Member

2015 - Present

King County Bar Association, Labor and Employment Law Section

Member

2011 - Present

State Bar of Texas

Member

2017 - 2018

Pacific Coast Labor & Employment Law Conference, Planning Committee

Member

2015 - 2016

Mercer Island Chamber of Commerce

Member

2013 - 2014

Hill Country Human Resources Management Association

Board Member

2012 - 2014

Society for Human Resources Management

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Wrongful Termination Case

Settlement over $200,000

Gender Discrimination and Wrongful Termination Case

Settlement over $200,000

Gender Discrimination and Wrongful Termination Case

Settlement over $620,000

Wage and Hour and Wrongful Termination Case

Settlement over $600,000

Age Discrimination Case

Settlement over $230,000

Riggs v. Life Care Centers of America, Inc.

$1.5M verdict for the Plaintiff

Wrongful Termination Case (2019)

Settlement over $450,000

Breach of Contract Case (2020)

Settlement over $150,000

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Education

2011

St. Marys University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2008

University of Texas at San Antonio

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2016

Mercer Island Chamber of Commerce Brown Bag Luncheon

"I Hired an Independent Contractor!"

2015

Comprehensive Risk Management Webinar

"Congratulations, You're Hired/Fired!"

Publications

2016

National Business Institute "Analyzing Key Employment Documents and Examination of Witnesses"

Languages

Russian

Swedish

German

Activity

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