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State: Washington
Acquired: 1990
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Acquired: 1991
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Posted by Ryan | April 20, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Wrongful Termination
The best of the best!
Spencer worked with me for an unlawful termination and he was amazing. As a lawyer, he had to navigate all the typical challenges that come from this type of suit, but also the fact that as a reservist, it involved laws protecting military service members. He fought for me and my family every step of...
Posted by anonymous | December 10, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor
Attorney Services
I hired Spencer to assist me with an employment contract. He was extremely knowledgeable and very responsive. He made recommendations and gave me great advice on what to do. The outcome was wonderful and it was because of his expertise that it worked out so well. I would definitely recommend him t...
Posted by Kristi | August 31, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Probate
Estate Settlement
Spencer was hired by my family to help resolve an estate settlement for my parents. Even though there were times I'm sure my family gave him a hard time throughout this whole process, he maintained his professionalism and gave his honest opinions. He also tried to keep the cost down as much as possi...
Posted by Shannon | June 08, 2019 | Employment & Labor
Highly recommended
I engaged Mr. Thal for a consultation related to an employment matter. He reviewed the severance agreement I had been offered, pointing out potential landmines and possible responses as I considered a negotiating position. At all times, he was thorough, competent and utterly professional. I would not...
Posted by Dave | June 01, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Justice
I am grateful to have been introduced to Spencer. He was generous with his time in reviewing my case and eventually accepted to represent me. My case had legal complexity and Spencer, throughout the whole process, remained neutral yet affirming, while gathering appropriate information so that he cou...
"I fully endorse Spencer. He has proven himself to be extremely knowledgeable and effective counsel. He is also very responsive to communications being sure to inform you of major developments every step of the way. Spencer will be my first contact for possible referrals of plaintiff side employment related matters."
"I endorse this lawyer. I've worked with Spencer at several different public agencies. He is a zealous advocate for his clients, but also fair and reasonable. If you're looking for legal counsel on labor & employment matters, look no further."
"Without reservation, I endorse Spencer. He is straightforward, honest, and easy to work with both as a lawyer and as a client of his. He has a talent for getting insurance companies to respond and negotiate in PI cases, and his wealth of knowledge in labor cases is formidable."
"I endorse this lawyer. Spencer is an excellent, creative and highly experienced labor and employment attorney."
"Spencer is one of the best (if not the best) employment attorneys in the Seattle area. He is like a ninja, only faster and smarter. Employers respect him and some employers fear him because they know he will go to the mat for workers. Spencer will use legal jiu jitsu on employers, stunning them into submission and creating victory for Spencer’s smart, hard-working clients. Wise workers have Spencer in their corner."
"I have worked with Spencer on Bar-related matters and cases. He is smart, committed and great fun to work with. I would trust him implicitly to represent me."
"I have known Spencer and his work for almost 20 years. I can unreservedly recommend him for his professionalism, expertise, honesty and work ethic. Any worker who is in need of legal services would be well-advised to give Spencer a call."
"Avvo will only let me endorse Spencer Thal in one category which is unfortunate because in addition to being a fantastic labor and employment lawyer, he is also a highly capable personal injury attorney. Spencer has a razor sharp mind and consistently achieves outstanding results for his clients. I am proud to call Spencer a top notch lawyer, a partner and a friend."
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2018
Appointment to Public Employment Relations Commission, Governor Jay Inslee
2001
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
1989
Harlan Fiske Stone Scholar, Columbia Law School
2016 - 2017
Senior Labor Relations Counsel, Air Line Pilots Association
2015 - 2017
Managing Attorney, Vanguard Law
2012 - 2015
Managing Partner, Swedlow Thal, PLLC
1996 - 2016
General Counsel, Teamsters Local Union No. 117
1993 - 1996
Attorney, Schwerin Campbell Barnard
1990 - 1993
Associate, Heller Ehrman
2018 - 2019
Public Employment Relations CommissionCommissioner
2005 - 2005
Washington State Bar AssociationChair, Labor and Employment Section
2003 - 2005
Washington State Bar AsssociationExecutive Committee, Labor and Employment Section
Victory
Significant Settlement
Significant Settlement
Victory
Victory
Victory
1994
MA - Masters
1990
J.D.
1986
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2018
Labor and Employment Law Meets Contract (CBA)
2017
Advanced Contract Negotiations
2016
Grievance, Gripe or Unfair Labor Practice
2015
Advanced Collective Bargaining
2015
Contract Negotiations and Enforcement
2013
Contract Negotiations: Layers of Players
2012
Union Representation
2011
Information Technology and Employee Rights
2010
Negotiation Ethics
2009
Advanced Contract Interpretation
2009
Advanced Arbitration
2008
Bargaining and Costing Contracts
2007
Hard Bargaining and Bad Faith
2006
Negotiating Economics
1986
English
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