Patrick Arthur Palace
About Patrick
Biography
PATRICK A. PALACE is the owner of Palace Law and Palace Personal Injury Law Group. Palace Law is workers' compensation firm and Palace Personal Injury Law Group is a firm dedicated to personal injury matters. He is and has been a partner in a number of joint ventures with tech companies developing new tools for lawyers.
Patrick was the President of the Washington State Bar Association (WSBA) 2013-2014. He is a member of the National Conference of Bar Presidents (NCBP)(2014-present) that prepares and trains Bar leadership nationwide. He recently completed terms serving on the NCBP Executive Counsel 2018-2020. He also Chaired the 21st Century Lawyer NCBP committee which produces monthly national webinars for bar leaders.
He currently serves on the ABA Center for Innovation Board and on the Data Standards Committee which is tasked with creating the standards by which legal innovation shall be measured.
In the Washington Bar he chaired the WSBA Future of the Profession Committee 2013-2015. Additionally, he served on the WSBA Board of Governors from 2008 – 2011, the Washington Association of Justice Board of Governors for 9 years and was WSBA Treasurer 2010-2011.
Patrick has presented at the Clio Cloud Conference, AVVOs Lawyernomics, the ABA TechShow, NCBP Annual and Midyear Conventions, and regularly presents at webinars and seminars at the local, state and national levels.
He has been interviewed on podcasts by Bob Ambrogi, the Lawyerist, Lawsome, Clienting, The Paralegal Voice, multiple podcasts on Legal Talk Network’s “On the Road”, Jeena Cho’s “The Resilient Lawyer”, and “Two Men and a Mic” podcast and more. He has aired on over 60 podcasts. He regularly writes for legal publications including ABA GPSolo Magazine, NW Lawyer, and other magazines.
Since 2001, Palace Law has been chosen by Law and Politics Magazine as a “Super Lawyer”. Patrick was the first recipient of the “Service to the Legal Profession Award”, selected by the Lawfirm 500 as one of the top 100 firms nationwide for its growth and innovation and by the “National Trial Lawyers” as one of the Nation’s Top 100 trial lawyers. He was also named as one of the “Top Attorneys in Washington.”
Patrick produced and moderated two television programs: “The Peoples Law School" and "LawTalk". These programs provide consumers with information about our legal system and their rights and remedies. Thirty-three programs were produced.
Patrick is a dedicated practitioner of yoga. He writes about mindfulness and speaks nationally of the topics regarding the future of the legal profession, data metrics, the state of legal regulation, practice management and life balance
Finally, in 2015, Patrick opened a winery, Sunken Cellars, whose vintages include Cabernet Sauvignon, Albariño and an Italian red blend (“Tesoro Rosso).()
Patrick is also a proud father who has a tendency to listen to his music (while drinking wine, and sometimes practicing yoga) louder than his three non-rocker children would like.
Email:
Twitter: @palacelaw
Practice Areas
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Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
15%-40%
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Licensed in Washington for 34 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 1992
No misconduct found
Location
Palace Law
4009 Bridgeport Way W, Suite B, University Place, WA, 98466
Palace Law
PO Box 65810, University Place, WA, 98464
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Posted by shirley | February 04, 2014 | Personal Injury
the best law firm in the state
Hi Patrick, We are the Browers' & have been with your firm for about 2 years now & we just want to give you a shout out for the wonderful service we have gotten over the years. First we want to thank Christi for all the hard work she has put in on our behalf. Without her we would be lost so that's ...
Patrick Arthur Palace's Lawyer Endorsements
"Patrick wears many hats, and wears them well. His impressive legal and medical mind allows him to be a strong advocate for his clients. He fights for what he believes in and constantly strives to improve the system."
"Patrick is one of the best attorney's I have had the pleasure of working with. He cares deeply for his clients and is a dedicated advocate. It doesn't hurt that he also loves fishing and heavy metal!"
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"I endorse Patrick. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"Pat's a nice guy who also happens to be a great lawyer. He's thoughtful and deeply engaged in the civic and legal communities."
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Workers compensation lawyer
Family lawyer
Workers compensation lawyer
Personal injury lawyer
Unknown lawyer
Car accident lawyer
Personal injury lawyer
Experience
Honors
2018
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine
2018
Fastcase 50, Fastcase
2017
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers
2017
Washington Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers
2016
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers
2015
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers
2015
Premier 100 Trial Attorney, American Academy of Trial Attorneys
2015
Service to the Legal Profession, Tacoma Pierce County Bar Association
2015
Nation's Top One Percent, National Association of Distinguished Counsel
2014
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers
2014
Washington Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers
2014
Client Satisfaction Award, American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys
2014
Service to the Legal Profession, Tacoma Pierce County Bar Association
2013
Washington Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers
2013
Top Attorney's in Washington, Seattle Met Magazine
2013
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers
2012
Washington Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers
2012
Outstanding Service Award, Tacoma Pierce County Bar Association
2012
Recognition Award, Tacoma Pierce County Bar Association
2011
Super Lawyer, Washington Law & Politics Magazine
2009
Who's Who in Plaintiffs' Personal Injury, Washington Law & Politics Magazine
2006
Super Lawyer, Washington Law & Politics Magazine
2005
Washington Super Lawyer Award, LexisNexis
2005
Washington Super Lawyer, LexisNexis
2005
Super Lawyer, Washington Law & Politics Magazine
2004
Super Lawyer, Washington Law & Politics Magazine
2003
Outstanding Community Service Award, Washington Society of Association Executives
2003
Super Lawyer, Washington Law & Politics Magazine
2002
Super Lawyer, Washington Law & Politics Magazine
2001
Rising Star, Washington Law & Politics Magazine
2001
Super Lawyer, Washington Law & Politics Magazine
2000
Rising Star, Washington Law & Politics Magazine
1999
Outstanding Public Service Award, American Bar Association
Work Experience
2013 - Present
Managing Partner, Palace Law Personal Injury Group, PSC
1995 - Present
Managing Partner, Palace Law
2000 - 2003
Peoples Law School Television Series, Comcast Cable Television
1997 - 1999
LawTalk television series, Comcast Cable Television
Associations
2018 - Present
American Bar Association, General Practice, Solo and Small Firm DivisionPro bono and Public Service Committee Member
2018 - Present
American Bar Association, General Practice, Solo and Small Firm Division MagazineBoard Member
2018 - Present
American Bar Association, General Practice, Solo and Small Firm DivisionE Report Board Member
2017 - Present
Mindfulness in Law SocietyBoard of Advisers
2014 - Present
Washington State Bar AssociationImmediate Past President
2014 - Present
National Conference of Bar PresidentsMember
2013 - Present
The National Trial LawyersMember
2005 - Present
Million Dollar Advocates ForumMember
2002 - Present
Public JusticeMember
1996 - Present
American Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
1993 - Present
National Organization of Social Security Claimants RepresentativesMember
1993 - Present
Washington State Association for JusticeMember (EAGLE member since 1998)
1992 - Present
Washington State Bar AssociationMember
1991 - Present
Tacoma Pierce County Bar AssociationMember
2013 - 2014
Washington State Bar Association of WashingtonPresident
2012 - 2013
Washington State Bar AssociationPresident-Elect
2011 - 2013
Law Fund of WashingtonBoard Member
2011 - 2012
Washington State Association for JusticeLiaison to WSBA Board of Governors
2010 - 2011
Washington State Bar AssociationWSBA Treasurer
2009 - 2011
YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap CountiesStong Kids Campaign Association Chair
2008 - 2011
Washington State Bar AssociationGovernor - WSBA Board of Governors
2008 - 2011
Washington State Bar AssociationGovernor, Board of Governors
2008 - 2008
Tacoma Pierce County YMCABranch Chair
2008 - 2011
Tacoma Pierce County Bar AssociationLiaison
2006 - 2007
Washington State Trial Lawyers AssociationCo-chair: HollyBall
2006 - 2007
Washington State Trial Lawyers AssociationSecond VP Judicial Relations
2005 - 2006
Washington State Bar AssociationWSBA Independence of Judiciary Blue Ribbon Task Force
2005 - 2006
Washington State Trial Lawyers AssociationSecond VP: Development Committee
2004 - 2005
Washington State Trial Lawyers AssociationVP: Membership Committee
2003 - 2004
Washington State Trial Lawyers AssociationSecretary
2002 - 2003
Tacoma Pierce County Bar AssociationJudical Selection Committee
2002 - 2003
Washington State Bar AssociationLaw Examiners Committee (Funded Position)
2002 - 2003
Washington State Trial Lawyers AssociationVP: CLE Committee
2001 - 2002
Tacoma Pierce County Bar AssociationMembership Committee
2001 - 2002
Washington State Trial Lawyers AssociationExecutive Committee
2001 - 2002
Washington State Trial Lawyers AssociationLegislative Steering Committee
2000 - 2001
Tacoma Pierce County Bar AssociationMedical-Legal Liaison Committee
2000 - 2002
Washington State Trial Lawyers AssociationChair: Public Affairs Committee (Two Terms)
2000 - 2001
Washington State Trial Lawyers AssociationChair: New Members Committee
2000 - 2002
Washington State Trial Lawyers AssociationMember: New Members Committee
2000 - 2002
Washington State Trial Lawyers AssociationExecutive Commitee
1999 - 2008
Washington State Association for JusticeWSAJ Board of Govenors (9 Elected Terms)
1999 - 1999
American Bar AssociationWA State Delegate to the National ABA/YLD General Assembly
1999 - 2000
Washington State Bar AssociationLaw Day 2000 Committee Member
1999 - 2000
Washington State Trial Lawyers AssociationLiaison to the WSBA Board of Governors
1999 - 2000
Washington State Trial Lawyers AssociationWSTLA Board Member: 6th District Representative
1999 - 2000
American Bar AssociationMember Solo and Small Firm Committee
1998 - 2000
Washington State Trial Lawyers AssociationCo-Chair: Peoples Law School (Statewide)
1998 - 2002
Washington State Trial Lawyers AssociationPublic Affairs Committee Member
1998 - 2004
Washington State Association for JusticeChair: Pierce County Peoples Law School
1998 - 1999
Washington State Trial Lawyers AssociationChair: Speakers Bureau
1998 - 1999
Tacoma Pierce County Bar AssociationMember of the Superior Court Liaison Committee
1998 - 1999
Washington State Bar Association, Young Lawyers DivisionPresident
1998 - 2000
Washington State Bar AssociationPublic Legal Education Workgropu Taskforce-Appointed Position
1998 - 1998
American Bar AssociationWA State Delegate to the National ABA/YLD General Assembly
1997 - 2007
Tacoma Pierce County Bar AssociationTPCBA Convention Planning Committee
1997 - 1999
Washington State Bar Association, Young Lawyers Division
1997 - 1998
Washington State Bar Association, Young Lawyers DivisionPresident-Elect
1996 - 2000
Washington State Bar Association, Young Lawyers Division
1996 - 1996
American Bar AssociationWA State Delegate to the National ABA/YLD General Assembly
1996 - 1999
Washington State Trial Lawyers AssociationCLE Committee Member
1996 - 1999
Washington State Trial Lawyers AssociationChair: Holly Ball Committee
1996 - 1998
Tacoma Pierce County Bar Association-Young Lawyers DivisionTrustee TPCBA-YLD Board
1996 - 2000
Washington State Bar Association, Young Lawyers Division
1995 - 1997
Washington State Bar Association, Young Lawyers Division
1995 - 1997
Washington State Bar Association, Young Lawyers Division
1995 - 1997
Tacoma Pierce County Bar Association-Young Lawyers DivisionChair: Continuing Legal Education Committee
1995 - 1996
Tacoma Pierce County Bar AssociationMember Public Relations Committee
1995 - 1997
Washington State Bar Association, Young Lawyers Division
1995 - 2004
American Bar AssociationMember
1993 - 1997
Washington State Bar Association, Young Lawyers Division
1992 - 2000
Washington State Bar Association, Young Lawyers DivisionMember
1991 - 2000
Tacoma Pierce County Bar Association-Young Lawyers DivisionMember TPCBA-YLD
Sample of Legal Cases
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A win for all injured workers
Education
1991
1988
BBA
Speaking Engagements
2018
Top 10 Reasons Injured Workers Hire Lawyers
2018
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Creating Joint Ventures with Tech Companies to Innovate Solutions for Small Firms
2018
Mindful or Mind full?
2018
The Power of Attitude
2018
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2017
2017
Mindfulness 101- Patrick Palace with Jess McMahon
2017
2017
Resetting Your Law Firm - Patrick Palace & Nora Bergman
2017
Using Web Toos to Deliver Legal Services - Patrick Palace & Penn Dodson
2016
2015
Being Successful and Living a Balanced Life
2015
Past, Present & Future
2015
LLLT's and The Future of the Legal Profession
2014
Retooling Your Practice for the Future
2014
Choose the Future of Your Practice
2011
Managing Your Practice
2011
Getting Started
2010
Using Social Media
2008
Using Evidence for Maximum Effect
2008
Top 10 Tips for Power Use of Word
2007
Using Workers Compensation Law to Power up Your PI Practice
2006
Creative Ethical Marketing on Different Budgets
2005
Physical and Fiscal Health
2005
Winning with Multimedia Pleadings, Training for Trial
2003
Winning with Multimedia Pleadings
2003
Using Video Technology at the BIIA
2003
Helping the Worker through Difficult Times
2003
Using the Defense Medical Expert
2002
Excluding Tencer with the Defenses' Best Case
2002
What is Ethical Marketing Tools and Techniques
2001
DME's Sham or Opportunity
2001
The Orthopedic Examination: Separating the Right from the Wrong
2000
WSTLA Convention
2000
The New, The Tried, The Proven
2000
Cross Examination of Defense Medical Examiners
2000
Cross Examination of Defense Medical Examiners
1999
Client Relationships/Marketing
1998
Personal Injury
1998
Personal Injury
1997
Disability Ratings from Chiropractors: What are they Being Told?
1997
Direct and Cross Examination Tips & Demonstration of a Chiropratic Exam
1997
Workers Copensation and Third Party Claims: Getting the Doctors Paid
1997
Personal Injury
1997
Disability Ratings
1996
Personal Injury
1996
Litigation
1996
Litigation
1996
Litigation
1996
Bankruptcy
1995
Litigation
1995
Personal Injury
Publications
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Languages
English
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