David Bowen Anderson
also known as Dave Anderson
About David
Biography
Seattle native Dave Anderson is a senior partner at Anderson Carey Williams & Neidzwski – a maritime law firm that works with clients throughout Washington and Oregon. With more than four decades of experience, he continues to apply the same passion for maritime life that he had when he saved for his first skiff. Dave has been surrounded by boats for as long as he can remember. As a young child, he saved the money he earned by selling newspapers to buy his first skiff. Even before he earned his driver's license, he had manned boats up to 40 feet long. In the decades since, he has both owned and operated sea vessels of all types. As a student, Dave studied economics at Stanford University where he graduated with honors. He spent time in the U.S. Army before enrolling in the University of Michigan Law School. During his senior year in law school, he gained experience in environmental litigation for oil tankers at a Washington D.C. based public interest law firm. After earning his juris doctor, Dave accepted a position in the maritime division of a large Seattle law firm. While there, he honed his skills in maritime law, working alongside the most distinguished maritime lawyers in the Northwest. He worked largely with ship owners and marine underwriters. Dave has served as a partner in his own law firm for more than 30 years, representing seaman injured while aboard fishing boats, tugs, ferries and deep sea vessels. He successfully achieved favorable court verdicts and settlements in many complex admiralty cases with the help of his legal team and staff. Even when confronted with the largest marine companies, Dave confidently worked to secure the best interests of his clients. When he is not practicing law, Dave remains involved in various legal associations. He has served as the president of the Whatcom County Bar Association and as a member of the Washington State Bar Association's Ethics Committee. He also has maintained the highest rating from Martindale Hubbell consistently for many years. He was also named as one of the top ten best maritime lawyers in Seattle during 2008 by CEO Magazine.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
33%-40%
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Oregon for 23 years
State: Oregon
Acquired: 2002
No misconduct found
Licensed in Alaska for 25 years
State: Alaska
Acquired: 2000
No misconduct found
Licensed in Washington for 51 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 1974
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of David Bowen Anderson
21 Bellwether Way, Suite 104, Bellingham, WA, 98225
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Experience
Honors
2014
Who's Who in American Law, Marquis
2013
Who's Who in American Law, Marquis
2012
Who's Who in American Law, Marquis
2011
Who's Who in American Law, Marquis
2010
Who's Who in American Law, Marquis
2009
Who's Who in American Law, Marquis
2008
Who's Who in American Law, Marquis
2008
Top Admiralty/Maritime Lawyer, Washington CEO Magazine
2007
Who's Who in American Law, Marquis
2006
Who's Who in American Law, Marquis
2005
Who's Who in American Law, Marquis
2004
Who's Who in American Law, Marquis
2003
Who's Who in American Law, Marquis
2002
Who's Who in American Law, Marquis
2001
Who's Who in American Law, Marquis
2000
Who's Who in American Law, Marquis
1999
Who's Who in American Law, Marquis
1998
Who's Who in American Law, Marquis
1997
Who's Who in American Law, Marquis
1996
Who's Who in American Law, Marquis
1995
Who's Who in American Law, Marquis
1994
Who's Who in American Law, Marquis
1993
Who's Who in American Law, Marquis
1992
Who's Who in American Law, Marquis
1991
Who's Who in American Law, Marquis
1990
Who's Who in American Law, Marquis
1989
Who's Who in American Law, Marquis
1988
Who's Who in American Law, Marquis
1987
Who's Who in American Law, Marquis
Work Experience
1977 - Present
Partner, Anderson Carey & Williams
1974 - 1977
Associate, Bogle & Gates
Associations
1974 - Present
Washington State Bar AssociationMember
Member
Member
Proctor Member
Commercial Arbitrator
Past President
Executive Committee
1990 - 1993
Washington State Bar AssociationRules of Professional Conduct Committee
1979 - 1985
San Juan Tug & Barge Co.President
Sample of Legal Cases
Education
1982
M.B.A.
1974
JD - Juris Doctor
1970
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
N/A
Constitutional Law
N/A
Maritime Law
N/A
Admiralty Law
N/A
Fishery Law
Languages
English