Crystal McDonald’s practice focuses on civil litigation, including premise liability and motor vehicle accident cases.
Crystal graduated magna cum laude from Seattle University School of Law in May 2008. She received several scholarships including the Dean’s Diversity Scholarship as a result of her academic achievement and as the first person in her family to attend college. In 2005, Crystal graduated magna cum laude from Central Washington University where she double majored in Communication Studies and Political Science.
Crystal is an active leader in several organizations. She currently serves as the Peninsula Representative for the WSBA Washington Young Lawyer Committee, Secretary of the Kitsap County Bar Association, Secretary for the Kitsap County Washington Women Lawyers, and as Vice-President of New Members of the Washington State Association for Justice.
Growing up in Bremerton and graduating from Olympic High School in 2001 and from Olympic College in 2003 has contributed to Crystal’s passion for her community. She enjoys spending time with her family, which includes her husband, James, their Doberman, Ven, and their cat, Mr. Longfellow.
Languages spoken
English
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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WA | Active | 2008 | 06/28/2022 |
Legal answers | 0 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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2013 New Lawyer Award | Washington State Association of Justice | 2013 |
Pierce Chapter Member of the Year | Washington Women Lawyers | 2010 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Attorney | Ryan Uptegraft & Montgomery | 2014 - Present |
Principal | The Law Offices of C. J. McDonald | 2013 - 2014 |
Attorney | J. Michael Koch & Associates | 2010 - 2013 |
Attorney | Connelly Law Offices | 2008 - 2010 |
Rule 9 Intern | Connelly Law Offices | 2007 - 2008 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Washington State Association for Justice, CLE Committee | Member | 2013 - Present |
Washington State Association for Justice | Member | 2007 - Present |
Kitsap County Bar Association | Secretary | 2013 - 2014 |
Washington State Association for Justice, Professional Development Committee | Member | 2013 - 2014 |
Washington State Association for Justice, Women of WSAJ (WOW) Section | Co-Chair | 2013 - 2014 |
Kitsap County Bar Association, Young Lawyers Section | President | 2012 - 2013 |
Kitsap County Washington Women Lawyers | Secretary | 2012 - 2013 |
Kitsap County Bar Association | Trustee | 2012 - 2013 |
Washington State Association for Justice, New Member Committee | Chair | 2012 - 2013 |
Pierce County Washington Women Lawyers | President | 2009 - 2010 |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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Trial News (Washington State Trial Lawyers Association) | Starting a Family - How you can do it while managing your pratice | 2013 |
Washington State Association for Justice | Resources for New Members | 2012 |
Colorado Trial Talk | What I Learned in Trial | 2012 |
Washington State Association for Justice | What I Learned in Trial | 2010 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Seattle University School of Law | Juris Doctorate | 2008 |
Central Washington University | Bachelor of Arts | 2005 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Trial Revolution: Making the Seismic Shift | What is all the Hype about Skype? | 2012 |
Females in Non-Traditional Roles | Being a Female Trial Attorney | 2012 |
Begin Your Case with the End in Mind | Delegation: When to do it, how to do it and can you do it. | 2012 |
Medicine for Lawyers: Connective Tissue Injuries | Panel Discussion with Attorneys and Medical Professionals | 2011 |
Evidence: Getting in the Good - Keeping out the Bad | Chair | 2011 |
Auto Cases: Be Prepared! | Making an Impact in Low Impact Cases | 2011 |
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J. Koch, Personal injury Attorney on Jan 3, 2015
Relationship: Supervised lawyer
I endorse this lawyer. Crystal is a very fine young lawyer. Her writing and oral communication skills are tops. She makes a good appearance in court. I enjoyed having her practice in my former firm. Crystal is very attentive and caring but also practical.
Thomas Jaynes, Personal injury Attorney on Nov 6, 2013
Relationship: Other
From winning awards as the best new lawyer in the area, to her attention to detail on every fact, I highly endorse this lawyer as an excellent attorney in the personal injury field.
J. Koch, Personal injury Attorney on Jan 3, 2015
Relationship: Supervised lawyer
I endorse this lawyer. Crystal is a very fine young lawyer. Her writing and oral communication skills are tops. She makes a good appearance in court. I enjoyed having her practice in my former firm. Crystal is very attentive and caring but also practical.
Thomas Jaynes, Personal injury Attorney on Nov 6, 2013
Relationship: Other
From winning awards as the best new lawyer in the area, to her attention to detail on every fact, I highly endorse this lawyer as an excellent attorney in the personal injury field.
Jessica Erickson, Personal injury Attorney on Oct 29, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Crystal is a well-respected, highly competent advocate. She works hard and fights for her clients. I wholeheartedly recommend her.
Jackie Jensen, Unknown Attorney on Jun 28, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Crystal is a dedicated and thoughtful lawyer who always advocates appropriately and professionally on behalf of her clients.
Brandon Miller, Unknown Attorney on May 20, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
CJM is driven, intelligent, and she gets results.
Elizabeth Hanley, Personal injury Attorney on Apr 15, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Karen Koehler, Car accident Attorney on Apr 9, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Crystal is a compassionate, intelligent, go-getter who works hard on her client's cases.
Ronald Richmond, Personal injury Attorney on Mar 29, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Ms. McDonald is a very skilled attorney in the area of personal injury and car accident claims. I have observed her in court and with clients, and I have referred some of my own clients to her. If you have a claim, be confident in retaining her.
Chalmers Johnson, Personal injury Attorney on Jan 15, 2013
Relationship: Co-worker
Crystal is a relentless advocate in court and a personable and caring advisor to her clients. I have watched her carry out blistering cross examinations of expert witnesses at trial and deliver moving closing arguments. Her research is immaculate and her "people skills" are exceptional.
Herbert Ellis, Car accident Attorney on Dec 30, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Michael Altman, Personal injury Attorney on Jul 13, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Crystal is a smart, hard working attorney who is willing to take a case to trial-I highly endorse her work!