$ 560-560 per hour
Lawrence Ronald Cock
About Lawrence
Biography
Lawrence Cock emphasizes employment law, including agreements to not compete and trade secret misappropriation. Mr. Cock was involved in the creation and passage of Washington's new noncompete statute, RCW 49.62. Mr. Cock represents employees and employers in transitions and litigation. Mr. Cock also emphasizes securities law and investment fraud, representing brokers, broker-dealers, Investment Advisers, customers, and investors in matters involving securities fraud. Mr. Cock also represents firms, brokers, and individuals facing legal proceedings by regulators such as the Securities and Exchange Commission, FINRA, and Washington's Department of Financial Institutions (DFI).
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Employment and Labor
75%
32 years | 250 cases
Licensing
15%
19 years | 30 cases
Securities and Investment Fraud
10%
29 years | 30 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Contingency
33%-40%
Payment Methods
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Oregon for 15 years
State: Oregon
Acquired: 2010
No misconduct found
Licensed in Washington for 35 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 1991
No misconduct found
Location
CFL Law, LLP
3045 42nd Ave. West, Seattle, WA, 98199
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Posted by Elise Oras | February 16, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor
You want Lawrence on your team.
Upon our first call, Lawrence gave me the confidence I needed to fight a (pretty BS) non-compete agreement. He worked hard for me, was very clear and transparent through the entire process, and was always reachable (by email, text, call, etc.). I would highly recommend talking to Lawrence before sign...
Posted by Craig | August 24, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Outstanding Advocate - You Want Lawrence Fighting for You!
Lawrence represented me in a complex case with significant damages against a Wall Street behemoth and we won on all points. Despite their unlimited resources, Lawrence worked more and harder; had a better grasp of the legal issues; and was just flat out better and smarter than the best they could...
Posted by anonymous | November 14, 2008 | Business
Excellent & Fair Attorney
Lawrence has represented our firm for 6 years - from it's infancy to now handling a multitude of cases. He is empathetic to all sides of the case yet always looking for a solution that is most advantageous to the company. He answers emails and takes calls after hours and on the weekends. He is als...
Lawrence Ronald Cock's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this attorney. Lawrence is an experienced, thoughtful, and highly accomplished litigator."
"I endorse this lawyer's work."
"Lawrence is an expert on employee noncompetition and nondisclosure matters as became very clear in the matter we worked on together. He is tops in the areas of restrictive covenants and transitions, and has taught classes for other attorneys on such matters. I'd recommend him to anyone with issues in these areas."
Stuart Heller
Business lawyer
Experience
Honors
1990
Order of the Coif, University of Washington, School of Law
Work Experience
2018 - Present
Partner (Sole Proprietor), CFL Law, LLP
2018 - 2021
Of Counsel, Corr Cronin, LLP
2008 - 2008
Adjunct Professor of Law, University of Washington School of Law
1999 - 1999
Juror, King County Superior Court
1997 - 2017
Chair - Litigation Department, Cable, Langenbach, Kinerk & Bauer, LLP
1994 - 1997
Clerk to The Honorable Walter Webster, Washington State Court of Appeals
1990 - 1994
Associate, Helsell Fetterman, LLP
Associations
2021 - Present
Pocock Rowing Club, a Washington nonprofitTransition Committee member
2011 - Present
U.S. District Court of OregonAdmitted to Practice
2010 - Present
Oregon State BarAdmitted to Practice
1993 - Present
U.S. District Court, E.D. WashingtonAdmitted to Practice
1993 - Present
United States Court of Appeals For the Ninth CircuitAdmitted to Practice
1991 - Present
Washington State Bar AssociationMember
1991 - Present
U.S. District Court, W.D. WashingtonAdmitted to Practice
2011 - 2017
The Bush SchoolMock Trial Coach
2009 - 2013
YMCA Camping Services Board of the YMCA of Greater SeattleMember of the Board of Directors
Sample of Legal Cases
Long Painting Co. v. Donkel, 14 Wn.App.2d 582
Court of appeals determined that e-filing was not permissible.
Tyco Integrated Sec., LLC v. Bradford
Ex-employer recovered a partial injunction and $1.00.
Sharon Graham Bingham Trust v. Wells Fargo Advisors, 2015 FINRA Arb. Lexis
Arbitration panel dismissed all claims against client. FINRA Case No. 14-01059.
Spencer v. Blakey, 2015 Wash. App. LExis 684
Secured summary judgment followed by Court of Appeals affirmance.
Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. v. Wells Fargo Advisors, 2014 FINRA Arb. Lexis 208
Successfully defended client in non-competition/trade secret case. FINRA Case No. 13-01541.
USB Fin. Servs. v. Hergert, 2013 U.S. Dist. Lexis 147016 & 2013 U.S. Dist. Lexis 155753
Obtained dissolution of temporary retraining order entered against stockbroker.
Smigaj v. Yakima Valley Mem'l Hosp. Ass'n
Summary judgment reversed.
Smigaj v. Yakima Valley Mem'l Hosp. Ass'n., 165 Wn.App. 837
Persuaded Court of Appeals to reverse summary judgment entered by Superior Court against client.
Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. v. Tinney, 2011 U.S. Dist. Lexis 120979
Obtained preliminary injunction against ex-employees.
John Mills v. Wachovia Securities, 2011 FINRA Arb.
Obtained defense verdict for broker-dealer client in case involving alleged misrepresentations and/or omissions.
Cogan v. U.S. Bancorp Investments, Inc. 2011 FINRA Arb. Lexis
Recovered some damages for individual investor against broker-dealer.
Morgan Stanley & Co., Inc. v. Johnson, 2010 FINRA Arb. Lexis
Defended registered representative on promissory note claim brought by former employer. Employer received a partial recovery.
Helac Corporation v. De La Pena
Nonsuit, followed by attorney fee award.
Westview Investments, Ltd and Tukwila Self Storage, LLC v. U.S. Bank, N.A.
Won appeal reversing court's summary judgment.
Lawson v. Raymond James Financial Services, Inc.
Recovered damages for investment losses.
Grohs v. Anderson and Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith, Inc.
Recovered damages for investment losses. FINRA Case No. 04-01273.
Staton v. Bank of America Investment Services, Inc. 2004 NASD Arb. Lexis
Represented individual investor; arbitration award entered for opposing party (a broker-dealer).
In re Jean F. Gardner Amended Blind Trust
Won appeal confirming order compelling arbitration
Chelius v. Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith, Inc.
Recovered damages for investment losses. FINRA Case No. 00-05231
Morgan Stanley, D.W. v. Curtis
Northwest Designs, Inc. v. Opalchuke
Temporary restraining order dissolved.
Kennelly v. US Bancorp Investments, Inc. and Wilmot, 1999 NASD Arb.
Recovered some damages for individual investor against broker-dealer.
Education
1990
University of Washington School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1986
University of Washington -Seattle
MA - Masters
1983
Whitman College
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2022
25th Annual Labor & Employment Law Conference
Reforms to Non-Compete Principles Gather Momentum
2021
24th Annual Labor & Employment Law Conference
Working from Home - a Panel Discussion
2020
2017
20th Annual Labor & Employment Conference
Unfair Competition: The Defend Trade Secrets Act of 2016 & Economic Espionage Act
2016
Navigating Elder Law Systems: Advising Clients in a Complex World
Financial Institutions Their Integration with Elder Law
2016
19th Annual Labor & Employment Law
Unfair Competition, Non-Competes and Exiting Employees
2015
RPPT Section King County Bar
Civil Remedies for Exploitation of Vulnerable Adults
2015
18th Annual Labor & Employment Law
Transitioning Employees
2014
17th Annual Labor & Employment Law
Non-Competition and Non-Solicitation Agreements
2013
Investment Advisors: Best Practices in Securities Enforcement and Litigation
Disputes Between Customers and Investment Advisors
2013
16th Annual Labor & Employment Law Seminar
Washington’s Trade Secrets Act
2012
Making the Most of Motions Practice
Injunctions: Nature, Purpose, & Strategy
2012
Labor and Employment Law Bootcamp
Restrictive Covenants: Enforceability, Injunctions, and Advice
2012
15th Annual Labor & Employment Law Seminar
Employee Privacy Versus Employer Monitoring of Computer Usage
2011
Labor and Employment Law Bootcamp
Restrictive Covenants in Employment: A Comparative Analysis of Washington, Oregon, and California Law
2011
14th Annual Labor & Employment Seminar
Non-Competition and Non-Solicitation Agreements: Are They Really Enforceable?
2010
Document Retention and Destruction
Ethical Issues for Attorneys in Records Management
2009
Employment Boot Camp
Sexual Harassment
2009
Deposition Skills: Northwest
Northwest Deposition Program
2009
16th Annual Northwest Dispute Resolution Conference
Resolving Investment Disputes
2008
The 2008 Business Law Section Midyear
Protecting your Client's Business When Hiring an Employee from a Competitor: Managing Competitive Tort Claims
2008
Securities Fraud: Prosecuting and Defending Securities Fraud Claims & Defense of Regulatory Action
Civil Liability Under the Securities Act of Washington
2008
Best of CLE
Helping Avoid A Lawsuit When Hiring From A Competitor
2008
15th Annual Employment Law Institute
Restrictive Covenants: Are Employers Asking for the Sun, Moon and Stars? Are Employees Giving Away the Farm?
2007
Non-Competition Covenants, Trade Secrets, and Related Unfair Competion Claims
Covenants to Not-Compete, Non-Solicit, and Not Accept Business, Effective Drafting and Trade Secrets Law
2007
14th Annual Employment Law Institute
Seeking and Defending Injunctions in Employment Cases
2006
Drafting and Enforcing Trade Secrecy and Non-Competition Agreements
Drafting and Enforcing Trade Secrecy and Non-Competition Agreements
2006
Council on Education in Management
Good Faith Efforts To Comply With Title VII: Avoiding Punitive Damages
2006
9th Annual Labor & Employment Law
Protecting Your Business When Hiring an Employee from a Competitor: Best Practices to Ensure a Litigation Free Transition.
2005
National Business Institute CLE
Trade Secrecy and Noncompetition Covenants in Washington: Effective Drafting & Enforcement
2004
WELA's Fall Jamboree: Employment Law Strategy and Ethics
Washington's Uniform Trade Secrets Act and the Computer Fraud and Abuse Act.
2004
Washington State Bar Association Employment Meeting
Noncompetition Covenants: Counseling & Defending the Departing Employee
2004
Trade Secrecy and Non-Competition Covenants in Washington
Effective Drafting and Enforcement
2003
National Business Institute CLE
Stockbroker Fraud in Washington
Publications
2019
King County Bar Bulletin
Too many, too broad, too long: Washington overhauls non-compete agreements (RCW 49.62)
2019
WSBA: NW Lawyer
Reshaping Noncompetes in Washington
2019
Washington State Association for Justice: Trial News - co-author
Noncompetition Covenants: No More Free Ride for Employers
2010
King County Bar Bulletin
Securities Act Poses Risk for Outside Investors
2010
King County Bar Bulletin
RIFS, Sacks and Non competes: A Primer
2008
King County Bar Bulletin
Court Ruling Fails Washington Investors
2008
King County Bar Bulletin
Lawyer's Lament: The Uncertain Law of Noncompetition Covenants
2007
King County Bar Bulletin
Joining Client May Raise Competition Issue
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Guides