When a loved one dies or is catastrophically injured , due to the fault of another person or company, monetary damages cannot bring them back or restore their health, but it can provide medical or other necessities and comforts of life to help face an uncertain future. While no lawyer can guarantee a result, I know what kind of dedication, hard work and resources it takes to successfully settle or try these types of cases.
Mike is a tenacious trial lawyer who puts every ounce of effort and enthusiasm possible into his work. His approach to each project is thorough, exhausting all possible angles to a problem. His legal research on a number of cases - from procedural issues to medical malpractice - is a trusted tool in the office. Mike has a unique understanding of the dynamics and strategies involved in preparing personal injury and wrongful death cases for trial in such a way that defendants often settle. "I can't let these people down," Mike says. "These people are hard-working, sincere in their efforts and have had the worst of all things happen to them because of physical injuries or death. Even in the era of 'tort reform,' I refuse to apologize for representing these people. It's a privilege. All I try to do is bring them back to as nearly as whole as possible within the bounds of the law, so they can rebuild their shattered lives. Perfect justice would require the undoing of the tragedy that has visited my clients. We all know, however, that that cannot be done, which is why the law requires that full compensation be paid," Mike said. "I think I'm lucky to be doing positive things for so many people."
Practice areas
20 years, 100 cases
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Languages spoken
English
Rush, Hannula, Harkins & Kyler, L.L.P.
4701 S. 19th Street
Suite 300
Tacoma, WA, 98405-1199
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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WA | Active | 2002 | 05/07/2022 |
DC | Good Standing | 1994 | 02/09/2021 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Top 10 Finalist Trial Lawyers Care Award | Trial Lawyers Care | 2014 |
Superlawyer | Washington Law & Politics Magazine | 2014 |
Top 40 under 40 | The National Trial Lawyers | 2014 |
Top 40 Under 40 | The National Trial Lawyers | 2013 |
Super Lawyer | Washington Law & Politics Magazine | 2013 |
Top 40 under 40 | The National Trial Lawyers | 2012 |
Rising Star | Washington Law & Politics Magazine | 2012 |
Rising Star | Washington Law & Politics Magazine | 2011 |
Rising Star | Washington Law & Politics Magazine | 2010 |
Rising Star | Washington Law & Politics Magazine | 2009 |
Rising Star | Washington Law & Politics Magazine | 2008 |
Who's Who in Personal Injury Attorneys | Washington Law & Politics Magazine | 2007 |
Rising Star | Washington Law & Politics Magazine | 2007 |
Certificate of Achievement | ABA TIPS National Trial Academy | 2006 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Partner | Rush, Hannula, Harkins & Kyler, L.L.P. | 2009 - Present |
Associate | Rush, Hannula, Harkins & Kyler, L.L.P. | 2002 - 2008 |
Intern | Rush, Hannula, Harkins & Kyler, L.L.P. | 2000 - 2002 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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AAJ Nursing Home Litigation Group | Member | 2008 - Present |
American Association for Justice | Member | 2003 - Present |
Washington State Association for Justice | Member | 2003 - Present |
Washington State Bar Association | Member | 2002 - Present |
Tacoma Pierce County Bar Association | Member | 2002 - Present |
Northwest Junior Rodeo Association | President | 2013 - 2015 |
Washington State Association for Justice | Board of Governors | 2011 - 2017 |
WSAJ Nursing Home Litigation Section | Chair | 2009 - 2010 |
TPCBA Young Lawyers Section | President | 2007 - 2008 |
Hon. Robert J. Bryan Inn of Court | Associate | 2007 - 2011 |
American Bar Association | Member | 2003 - 2008 |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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Trial News (Washington State Association for Justice) | "Twin careers of service: Getting to know Pierce County Superior Court Judge Jack Nevin" | 2014 |
Washington Nursing Home Litigation Desk Book | "Falls." Chapter 14 | 2013 |
Trial News (Washington State Association for Justice) | "WSAJ members help Taylor Bridge Fire Victims" | 2012 |
Trial News (Washington State Association for Justice) | "Nursing Home Dignity Claims" | 2010 |
Trial News (Washington State Association for Justice) | "Counts v. Muth and how the Allstate Litigation Strategy can be used to your advantage" | 2010 |
Trial News (Washington State Association for Justice) | "Past medical bill review: Who is best qualified to determine the reasonableness of costs" | 2010 |
Trial News (Washington State Association for Justice) | "Voir dire in the nursing home negligence case" | 2010 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Seattle University School of Law | Juris Doctor | 2002 |
University of Washington | Bachelor of Arts | 1998 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Nursing Home CLE | Developing Damages in Nursing Home Cases | 2010 |
Betrayers of Trust, Protecting the Elderly and Vulnerable | Nursing Home Negligence Litigation | 2009 |
Advanced Auto Accident Litigation | Effective Jury Selection | 2008 |
Damages CLE | Elder Abuse and Nursing Home cases | 2008 |
Tort Seminar | Nursing Home Liability Claims | 2008 |
Personal Injury CLE | Effective Discovery - A Case Study | 2005 |
Case name | Outcome |
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Alberto Mendoza v. Concrete Nor'West | Verdict $895,462.00 |
Steve Crow v. James J. Williams Bulk Haul Transport | Verdict $6,490,000.00 |
Carolyn Counts v. Valree Muth | Verdict of $2,876,950 |
Hilson v. Commercial Metal | $235,000 |
Johnson v. (Confidential) Trucking Company | $5,000,000 |
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James McCormick, Nursing home abuse and neglect Attorney on Mar 24, 2015
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Mike is one of the hardest working lawyers I know. He fights hard for his clients. He constantly is putting innovative strategies to work in his cases.
Kenneth Blanford, Personal injury Attorney on Mar 19, 2011
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer. Mike Fisher is an excellent lawyer and is very aggressive in representing his clients.
James McCormick, Nursing home abuse and neglect Attorney on Mar 24, 2015
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Mike is one of the hardest working lawyers I know. He fights hard for his clients. He constantly is putting innovative strategies to work in his cases.
Kenneth Blanford, Personal injury Attorney on Mar 19, 2011
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer. Mike Fisher is an excellent lawyer and is very aggressive in representing his clients.
Jonathan Stubbs, Personal injury Attorney on Jul 15, 2009
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer's work. Mike Fisher is an outstanding lawyer and advocate for the rights of injure people.
Daniel Crowe, Lawsuits and disputes Attorney on Jun 6, 2007
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Mr. Fisher is an excellent attorney. I have worked with him on matters and have referred matters to him. He takes a great deal of time educating his clients and his communication with them is excellent. I have no reservations about referring my clients to him for litigation work.
Steven Shaw, Personal injury Attorney on Jun 5, 2007
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Few attorneys show the dedication and focus that Mike does in his practice. He has a genuine interest in his clients and is tenacious as their advocate. I would recommend using Mike for any kind of injury claim.