About Adam
Biography
Adam is an attorney at Brett McCandlis Brown & Conner PLLC. He attended the University of Washington School of Law, completing his Juris Doctorate in 2012 and his LL.M. in Taxation in 2015. In 2011, Adam served as an extern to Justice Mary Fairhurst of the Washington Supreme Court.
Before commencing his legal career, Adam graduated from the University of Washington with a double major in economics and Spanish. Adam worked his way through college starring as a principal singer-dancer alongside the Rockettes in over 500 performances of the Radio City Music Hall Christmas Spectacular, which included a solo performance in 66 shows at the Grand Ole Opry. Adam was also a winning contestant on the television game shows Wheel of Fortune and Who Wants to Be a Millionaire?
Adam studied abroad in Mexico, Ecuador, and Spain and volunteered as a medical interpreter in Honduras and Bolivia. Today, Adam takes pride in representing his firm’s Spanish-speaking clients.
After law school, Adam worked as in-house counsel for Saturna Capital Corporation. Prior to joining Brett McCandlis Brown & Conner, Adam worked for one of Washington’s largest personal injury firms.
Adam was elected President of the Whatcom County Bar Association in 2024.
When not practicing law, Adam can be found screaming at children from the sidelines in his coveted role as Head Coach of the Flaming Hot Dogs, Whatcom County's fiercest 7-year-old soccer team.
Practice Areas
10
Practice Areas
13 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
33%-40%
Payment Methods
- Credit Card
Awards
Licenses
Licensed in Washington for 12 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 2013
No misconduct found
Location
Brett McCandlis Brown & Conner
200 W. Chestnut Street, Bellingham, WA, 98225
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Adam Engst's Reviews
Avvo Review Score
33 Client Reviews
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Posted by Natalie | November 14, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Car Accidents
Best Experience !
Adam made my experience the best. I went in after having a lot of issues with the other drivers auto insurance. Adam was very direct straight to the point and when I had questions was more than helpful to answer any doubts I had. I did not have to stress one bit when working with Adam I am so gratefu...
Posted by Venice | September 04, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Car Accidents
Auto Insurance Claims Extraordinaire
After being repeatedly ignored by my auto insurance company, I contacted GLP Attorneys for assistance in getting my claim processed. Adam shortly responded with a phone call and set up an in person meeting. The consultation with Adam was relaxed and reassured me that working him and GLP was the right...
Posted by Mark | February 15, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury
Stress reliever. After accident
I was involved in a rare accident collision. It was really hard for me to work with the insurance company to get my car fixed and get medical bills taken care of because of back issues. After giving a call to Adam inks from GLP attorneys I haven’t had to worry about the accident and what is going...
Adam Engst's Lawyer Endorsements
"Adam is a great guy and a great lawyer, and I'm happy to endorse him."
"I work with Adam and have seen how dedicated he is to his clients. He is smart and cares. I endorse him."
"I have had the opportunity to work with Adam on personal injury matters at GLP Attorneys, and he has impressed me with his compassion and understanding of the law. He is a terrific advocate and trial attorney, and I am happy to endorse him."
"I endorse Adam for his skills as a personal injury attorney. Since joining GLP Attorneys I have seen his passion and dedication for his clients. He does great work for his clients."
Personal injury lawyer
Experience
Honors
2013
Scholarship, Ctr. for Adv. Study and Research on Innovation, University of Washington School of Law
2012
John Price Scholarship, Washington State Bar Association
2006
Outstanding Scholar in Economics, University of Washington
2006
UW Undergraduate Scholar Award, University of Washington
N/A
Honors Program, University of Washington
Work Experience
2020 - Present
Attorney, Brett McCandlis Brown & Conner, PLLC
1900 - Present
Attorney, Brett McCandlis Brown & Conner PLLC
2016 - 2020
Attorney, GLP Attorneys, P.S., Inc.
2013 - 2015
In-House Counsel, Saturna Capital Corporation
2012 - 2012
Equal Employment Opportunity Specialist, U.S. Army Corps Of Engineers
2011 - 2011
Summer Associate, Hillis Clark Martin Peterson
2011 - 2011
Justice Mary Fairhurst's Chambers, Washington Supreme Court
2010 - 2010
Summer Associate, Stoel Rives
2009 - 2009
Legal Assistant, Chang & Boos
Associations
2016 - Present
Washington State Association for JusticeEagle Member
2016 - Present
Skagit County Bar AssociationMember
2013 - Present
Whatcom County Bar AssociationMember
2022 - 2022
Whatcom County Bar AssociationSecretary
2022 - 2022
Whatcom County Bar AssociationVice President
Sample of Legal Cases
Over $137,000.00 for woman alleging she suffered a miscarriage as a result of a motor vehicle collision
$110,000.00 for man who injured foot in motorcycle collision
$231,630.32 for wife injured in collision caused in part by her husband
$435,000.00 for man rear-ended by King County bus
$165,000.00 for woman who suffered severe exacerbation of pre-existing fibromyalgia
$210,000.00 for pedestrian struck while walking in the roadway at night
$110,000.00 for pedestrian after tracking down the hit-and-run driver
$110,000.00 for woman who suffered shoulder injury
$100,000.00 for woman who was partially at-fault for serious collision
$295,000.00 for man who suffered serious spinal injury in low-impact collision
$140,000.00 for man injured by heavy equipment at construction site
$125,000.00 hand injury
$150,000.00 for woman who admitted she already needed shoulder surgery on recorded statement
$323,000 for woman who suffered knee injury after falling on ice
$327,000.00 for woman who suffered neck injury in car accident then re-injured herself in several falls before being referred for surgery
Recovered $345,000 for pedestrian hit in a crosswalk
Recovered $370,000.00 for client who suffered permanent tinnitus due to motor vehicle collision
Gross recovery of $515,000.00
Secured settlement over $1 million
Recovered $150,000.00 for client in roll-over collision
Recovered $250,000.00 for client who suffered serious internal bleed
Recovered $125,000.00 for client rear-ended at high speed
$135,000.00 settlement for pedestrian struck in parking lot
$110,000.00 settlement for client with serious pre-existing conditions
Secured $100,000.00 policy limits for motorcyclist injured in collision
Recovered $300,000.00 for dog bite victim
Settled rear-end collision case for $120,000.00
Secured $120,000.00 settlement for jaywalking pedestrian
$1,800,000.00 million judgment for pedestrian struck by hit-and-run driver
Education
2015
LL.M. - Master's Degree in Law
2012
JD - Juris Doctor
2006
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2021
Mock Trial Judge
2017
Hot Coffee and Tort Reform
Publications
2014
2009
Languages
English
Spanish