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Russell Andrew Knight

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  • Tacoma, WA
  • Licensed for 11 years
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About Russell

My practice focuses on litigation of business and real estate disputes. I also represents both employees and employers in employment matters including employment discrimination and wage claims. Please feel free to give me a call at (253) 627-1091 to discuss your legal concern.

Practice areas

Real estateBusinessEmployment and laborLitigation
  1. Litigation: 40%

  2. Employment and labor: 20%

  3. Business: 20%

  4. Real estate: 20%

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1501 Dock Street
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Smith Alling PS

1501 Dock Street
Tacoma, WA, 98402-3526

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License
StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
WAActive200812/05/2019
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
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Awards
Award nameGrantorDate granted
Super LawyerSuper Lawyers2019
Super LawyerSuper Lawyers2018
Super LawyerSuper Lawyers2017
Rising StarSuper Lawyers2016
Rising StarSuper Lawyers2015
Work Experience
TitleCompany nameDuration
PartnerSmith Alling, P.S.2013 - Present
Associate AttorneySmith Alling, P.S.2008 - 2012
Rule 9 InternDelay Curran Thompson Pontarolo & Walker2007 - 2008
Judicial ExternSpokane County Superior Court Hon. Neal Q. Rielly2006 - 2007
Associations
Association namePosition nameDuration
Washington State Bar Association Board of GovernorsGovernor2018 - Present
Tacoma-Pierce County Bar FoundationTrustee2015 - 2015
Tacoma Pierce County Bar Association, Young Lawyers SectionPresident2014 - 2014
Publications
Publication nameTitleDate
Tacoma Pierce County Bar AssociationCo-author, Road map to the Courthouse CLE materials2016
Education
School nameDegreeGraduated
Gonzaga University School of LawJD2008
University of Puget SoundBachelor of Arts2005
Speaking Engagements
Conference nameTitleDate
Judicial Skit NightCLE Moderator, Rules of Professional Conduct2014
Legal cases
Case nameOutcome
CalPortland v. Levelone Concrete, LLCIn reversing the trial Court, the Court of Appeals found in favor of my client and clarified the law on construction liens Washington.
Mills v. BudilThe Court of Appeals affirmed the decision of the trial court in favor of my client.
Omer v. Anco Investments, LLCThe Court of Appeals affirmed the decision of the trial court in favor of my client.

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We had Russel help my company with a couple different legal issues and questions we needed help addressing. He was great and now we feel confident that we have a trusted, local law firm we can go to for help with our future needs.
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Securities Fraud Trial by Jury

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I hired Russell in the Fall of 2013 to represent me in a multi million dollar securities fraud lawsuit. The lawsuit came to an end in the Fall of 2015 after a three week trial by jury in which we prevailed on all counts. I cannot say enough good things about Russell Knight! He is very through and organized. He took well over 5000 pages of documents and testimony, wove it into a story that the jury could understand and lead them day by day to the final outcome. Russell is as steady as they come. Do not let his boyish face and soft demeanor fool you. I guarantee that he will not let anyone take advantage of him or the situation. Most importantly, the jury really liked Russell. After the verdict, both sides sat down with a couple of the jurors to get their feedback. They stated that Russell had presented a full, concise, believable story, which they appreciated. If you have a large case, which this was, and need an attorney that will spend whatever time is necessary and keep you informed every step of the way, you cannot do better than Russell Knight. Obviously, I highly recommend Russell and the entire Smith Alling firm!
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Kjersti Stroup, Estate planning Attorney on Sep 17, 2019
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Russell is a skilled litigator and the first person I send prospective clients with business and employment law matters. He’s thoughtful, diligent, and works hard to get the best results for his clients. Russell is also a valued Governor of the Washington State Bar Association and wonderful to work with in that leadership capacity.

Ingrid McLeod, Litigation Attorney on Oct 25, 2017
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Margaret Lund, Personal injury Attorney on Jun 27, 2017
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John Wallace, Personal injury Attorney on Jul 6, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer. I have known Russell for years as a fellow lawyer in the community. In fact, I use him for personally for my rental properties. Russell is very competent and a pleasure to work with.

Jeffrey Johnson, Medical malpractice Attorney on Jul 15, 2015
Relationship: Worked together on matter

Russell is an excellent attorney. I would recommend him to any person or company needing assistance with legal matters pertaining to business or real estate.

Lindsay Noel, Divorce and separation Attorney on Apr 27, 2015
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Danielle LaBelle, Divorce and separation Attorney on Apr 24, 2015
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Justin Bristol, Contracts and agreements Attorney on Mar 23, 2015
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

Russell is a tenacious attorney and always professional. He enjoys a very good reputation with the Judges in Pierce County.

Favian Valencia, Personal injury Attorney on Jun 8, 2014
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Awesome attorney, would recommend Russell to anyone who needs efficient and effective legal services.

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