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John Robert Connelly JR
also known as Jack
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Biography
John R. (Jack) Connelly, Jr. has been practicing in Tacoma and Seattle since 1981. A graduate of Stanford University and Hastings Law School, Connelly, has been selected to membership in Best Lawyers in America, was honored as Washington's Trial Lawyer of the Year in 2000, is an elected member of the American Board of Trial Advocates, and selected as Superlawyer and one of Washington's top 40 personal injury lawyer's by Washington Law and Politics Magazine. He is a past President of WSTLA.
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Personal Injury
60%
Civil Rights
20%
Government
20%
Fees and Rates
Awards
Licenses
Licensed in Washington for 44 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 1981
No misconduct found
Location
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Posted by anonymous | January 23, 2008 | Wrongful Death
A tenacious advocate
Jack represented our family in a wrongful death lawsuit against the Department of Corrections. At first glance, many may have seen this matter as a simple case of an inmate dying in prison. Our family new that a grave injustice had been committed and Jack agreed. His tireless work and tenacious advoc...
John Robert Connelly JR's Lawyer Endorsements
"Jack is a phenomenal trial litigator who has been a long time advocate for victims, He is tenacious and relentless in seeking justice for those who often are overlooked in the system. A real trailblazer. Thank You Jack for making this world a better place! Bev Grant"
"I endorse John. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer. Jack does great work for his clients. I have not worked with a more dedicated or relentless attorney."
" Jack is without peer in the area of governmental liability, and has been the author of many amazing jury verdicts for those injured by improperly supervised felons (DOC liability) or children not properly supervised by DSHS. As President of the Washington State Trial Lawyers Association, Jack also guided our association to victory relevant to Initiative 330, an effort by the medical and insurance interets to strip injured people in Washington of their rights. Clearly in the top 1% of lawyers in this State. Brad Fulton, lawyer, Everett, WA."
"I endorse this lawyer's work."
Thaddeus Martin
Personal injury lawyer
Lincoln Beauregard
Personal injury lawyer
Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2020
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2019
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2018
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2017
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2016
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
Distinguished Law Firm or Agency Award, Tacoma Pierce County Bar Association
2016
Top 100 Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers
2016
Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers
2016
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2015
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2014
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2013
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2012
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2011
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2010
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2009
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2008
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2007
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2007
Top 40 Personal Injury Lawyers,
2007
Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers
2006
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2006
Top 100 Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers
2005
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2005
Top 100 Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers
2004
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2004
Top 100 Super Lawyers,
2003
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2002
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2001
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2001
American Board of Trial Adovcates - Election to Membership,
2000
Trial Lawyer of the Year,
Work Experience
2006 - Present
Managing Partner, Law Offices of John R. Connelly, Jr.
1981 - Present
, Gordon, Thomas, Honeywell, Malanca, Peterson & Daheim
Associations
2002 - Present
Trial Lawyers for Public JusticeMember
2000 - Present
Washington State Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
1995 - Present
Washington State Trial Lawyers AssociationBoard of Governors
Tacoma Pierce County Bar Association
Member
Federal Bar Association
Member
Washington State Bar Association
Member
American Bar Association
Member
American Board of Trial Advocates
Member
American Trial Lawyers Association
Member
National Crime Victim Bar Association
Member
2005 - 2006
Washington State Trial Lawyers AssociationPresident
2003 - 2004
WSTLA FoundationPresident
1998 - 2000
Tacoma Pierce County Bar AssociationBoard of Trustees
1991 - 1992
Tacoma Pierce County Bar AssociationBoard of Trustees
Sample of Legal Cases
Aba Sheikh vs. Choe, et al., 156 Wn.2d 441 (2006)
4.8 million dollar settlement
Education
1981
University of California, Hastings College of the Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1978
Stanford University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2006
Trial Stars 2006
Opening Statement
2006
Not Above the Law - The Government as a Defendant
Dealing with Tegman
2005
Washington State Young Trial Advocacy Program
Closing Argument and Damages
2005
Handling Death Cases
Handling Wrongful Death Cases
2005
Advanced Mediation and Advocacy Skills Training
Mediation - What Does It Take To Be A Good Mediator?
2004
Tort Law Update
Governmental Liability
2004
Superior Court Judge's Conference - Semiahmoo
Advanced Trial Management - Panel Member
2003
Washington State Bar - Young Lawyer's Trial Advocacy Program
Closing Argument and Damages
Publications
2006
Trial News Washington State Trial Lawyers
Eternal Vigilance - The Price of Liberty
2006
Trial News Washington State Trial Lawyers
The Threat is Real and It Is Here
2006
Trial News Washington State Trial Lawyers
The WSTLA Communications Plan
2006
Trial News Washington State Trial Lawyers
Proud To Be A Trial Lawyer
2006
Trial News Washington State Trial Lawyers
I Am An Immigrant
2005
Trial News Washington State Trial Lawyers
Thanksgiving 2005; From Yard Signs to Tracking Polls
Languages
English