Shawn B. Briggs

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Shawn B. Briggs

4.9
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 39 years

Personal injury Lawyer at Lakewood, WA
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Car Accidents

10222 Gravelly Lake Drive SW, Lakewood, WA

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About Shawn

Biography

I Would Be Pleased To Answer Any Questions About Your Auto Accident Or Personal Injury Claim.

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Car Accident 50%

40 years

50%
Personal Injury 50%

40 years

50%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes

Contingency

25%-40%

Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 39 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 1986

Active

No misconduct found

Location

The Law Offices of Briggs & Briggs

10222 Gravelly Lake Drive SW, Lakewood, WA, 98499

briggsandbriggs.com/

Shawn B. Briggs's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

51 Client Reviews

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Posted by Jeff | February 25, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Insurance

Excellent Attorney

We are so thankful we chose Shawn Briggs, Personal Injury Attorney, to represent us in our case. At first, I really didn't know if we even had a case or if an attorney would take it. The driver who hit us didn't have any insurance. And we didn't have PIP coverage on our own insurance. But Shawn fough...t for us and we were able to settle with our own insurance company. From the first day, Shawn and his team made us feel at ease, listened intently, and patiently answered all of our questions. He’s very sharp, professional, extremely knowledgeable. Most importantly, he is true to his word. We couldn’t be more grateful. Shawn and his associates will give you the best legal representation.

Posted by Victoria | January 16, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Insurance

So thankful

I hired Shawn Briggs and his Law Firm two years ago after I was rear-ended and the insurance company was denying my claim. Mr. Briggs is so personal and also professional at the same time his staff was always available when I needed to speak to one of them. Words cannot express how thankful I am,... my claim went from being denied to Mr. Briggs getting all my medical paid and also getting the insurance to agree it was not my fault. The staff is amazing and take you under their wing, you feel very protected and stress free. Thank you so much, if you need a good attorney Briggs and Briggs is an excellent law firm.

Posted by Francine | November 16, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Insurance

Amazing, Efficient, and Excellent work!

Jenny is a complete sweetheart that gives you updates as soon as you need them. She is willing to go the extra mile to make sure that any of your questions are answered, and I definitely appreciate that a lot! Shawn is also amazing with negotiating and his work! The other insurance decided that they ...only wanted to pay $13,000 which Shawn did not agree with, so we filed a lawsuit against them for more money. They ended up settling to pay out the maximum for their insurance, but Shawn was determined that that was still not enough for the accident that was caused, so he negotiated with my insurance company to get more. My PIP reimbursement ($5,000) was completely waived, I received $25,400 from the other insurance, and $20,000 from my insurance. The whole process took only a matter of 2-3 months after being discharged from the doctors and they received all of my medical chart. I'm currently just waiting on my final settlement check to go through now, but should receive it within the next 2-3 weeks. I couldn't be any more happier with the end results and will definitely recommend using them to anyone interested in looking for lawyer.

Posted by Laura | April 28, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Insurance

Auto accident/Personal Injury

Shawn Briggs and his caring professional staff are the best thing that could have happened for me and my small family- in which I am the sole bread winner. Insurance companies have a way of manipulating and taking advantage of innocent, injured victims. I was inundated with Dr. appointments, therap...ies, surgery-not to mention being in a great deal of pain. Shawn Briggs and his staff were a much needed reprieve! They handled communication with the insurance companies, and my medical billers. Things got much worse before they got better. I almost lost my job and home because of the accident and injuries. As a single grandparent raising a grandchild from birth, I was terrified of losing the only home my grand daughter had ever known. Stress does not help with the healing process! Honestly Shawn Briggs and his staff came in like a knight in shinning armor, rescuing the damsel in distress. In the end my home was preserved and medical bills were taken care of. Insurance companies are ruthless and very uncaring. I highly recommend Shawn Briggs to anybody who is injured and trying to heal/recover. I needed an advocate! I was so fortunate to choose the right attorney! Choosing the right attorney is a life changing decision! You want an attorney who is experienced and knowledgeable, knowing the in's and outs of complicated law, paperwork, and procedure. I highly recommend Shawn and his team!

Posted by Jeff | January 28, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Insurance

Best lawyer in the field bar none. Avvo needs 10 stars for this guy.

I found that dealing with insurance companies by myself was like being bloody while swimming in shark infested waters. Shawn and his team acted like the US Navy showing up with aircraft carriers and helicopters to pluck me from those waters. The insurance company wanted to act like there was barely ...any wrong doing by their client, after the second recorded phone call, or interrogation as I call it, they were willing to “acknowledge” fault. They drug their feet, devalued my totaled vehicle, discounted my injuries. Sadly my insurance company wasn’t very proactive either. While this was going on they kept trying to get me to take some cash sign off and walk away with no vehicle and no ability to work. After a million phone calls to yet another supervisor who was “sorry it was the most they could do for me…” I almost threw in the towel. After meeting with Shawn everything was just like the Office Depot commercial. Push the easy button. It took some time, but Shawn got me in to see the doctors and physical therapists I needed. He explained EVERYTHING that the lawyers and insurance people were saying in easy to understand terms and told me what we should do next. Some lawyers seem to be “business only”. Shaun took a personal interest in how I was doing and what I needed. The insurance company will disagree, but Shawn is a pro that is a super nice guy. Eventually, through his persistence and expert negotiation, we received a fair settlement offer that took care of all of my medical bills and compensation for the time I needed off from work for rehab. I was worried about upfront cash because I didn’t have any at the time. He didn’t need any at the onset and made sure that the settlement covered all of my needs, including his fees. I can’t say enough good things about Shawn. There are few people you meet that can change your life in such a positive way. Shaun and his team are a godsend.

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Michael Waddington

Personal injury lawyer | Jun 04

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"I endorse Shawn. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Richard Granvold

Car accident lawyer | Nov 20

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Car accident lawyer | Oct 24

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Personal injury lawyer | Oct 03

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Wolfgang Anderson

Personal injury lawyer | Dec 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Shawn is the best. He is a lawyer of the highest integrity and his skills are unmatched. I do not hesitate in recommending Shawn to my colleagues and clients."

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Marie Docter

Personal injury lawyer | Jun 11

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2019

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2018

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2017

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2016

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2015

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2014

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2013

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2012

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association

2011

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association

2010

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association

2009

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, American Trial Lawyers Association (ATLA)

2008

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The American Trial Lawyers Association

2006

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2006

Super Lawyer, Washington Law & Politics Magazine

2005

Super Lawyer, Washington Law & Politics Magazine

2005

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2004

Super Lawyer, Washington Law & Politics Magazine

2004

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2003

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2003

Fellow, National Board of Trial Advocacy

2002

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2001

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

1996

Life Member, Million Dollar Advocates Forum

1988

Graduate, National Institute for Trial Advocacy

Work Experience

1986 - Present

Partner, Law Offices of Briggs & Briggs

1985 - 1986

, Clerkship for Judge J. Kelley Arnold

Associations

1995 - Present

Association of Trial Lawyers of America

Sustaining Member

1990 - Present

Washington State Trial Lawyers Association

EAGLE member

1986 - Present

Tacoma Pierce County Bar Association

Member

2002 - 2003

Association of Trial Lawyers of America

Chair of Small Office Section

1996 - 2009

Tacoma Pierce County Bar Association

Chair-Madatory Arbitration Committee

Education

1986

University of Puget Sound School of Law

Cum Laude

Speaking Engagements

2019

Thurston County Roundtable

Using "Black Box" Data to Prove a Car Crash Case

2019

TART

Using "Black Box" Data to Prove a Car Crash Case

2019

Clark County Roundtable

Using "Black Box" Data to Prove a Car Crash Case

2018

10th Annual Tort Law Update

Using "Black Box" Data to Prove a Car Crash Case

2015

WSAJ Roundtable

Settlements for Minors

N/A

WSTLA Seminar

Cutting Edge Settlement Presentations

N/A

WSTLA Seminar

Attorney Liens

N/A

WSTLA Seminar

Demonstrative Evidence in Auto Accident Cases

N/A

WSTLA Seminar

Mandatory Arbitration

N/A

WSTLA Seminar

Settlements for Minors

N/A

WSTLA Convention

Visual Presentations at Mediation

N/A

ATLA Convention

Trial Skills-Demonstrative Evidence

N/A

ATLA Winter Convention

Practice Management--Employee Compensation

Languages

Russian

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