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Garth Louis Dano
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Biography
Garth Dano has been practicing in Moses Lake, WA since 1980. Garth, a true Eastern Washington man, was born and raised in Ellensburg, Washington. A Gonzaga University School of Law graduate, Garth has over 30 years of experience as a trial lawyer. In 2000, Garth was honored by the Washington State Bar, and his peers when he was awarded the coveted Washington State Bar Association Courage Award. A Trial Lawyer's College graduate, Garth is a member of the Washington State Trial Lawyers Association, Washington Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, Washington Foundation for Criminal Justice, National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, American Trial Lawyers Association, and Trial Lawyers for Public Justice. Garth, a nominee for inclusion in Washington Super Lawyers for both 2011 and 2012, is one of the finest and most respected trial lawyers in the region. He is the cornerstone of this firm and represents a family who has devoted almost a century of combined commitment to the practice of law and the community of Moses Lake. We are indebted to Garth, his father, Harry, and all of the Dano family for building an infallible reputation from which this firm can expand.
"Garth exemplifies the best the legal profession has to offer. Garth Dano, as a human being, as an attorney whose actions should make all attorneys proud to be a member of the legal profession, has my endearing respect for not only taking the oath of attorney, but for living that oath." --Salvador A. Mungia, Attorney at Law (Gordon Thomas Honeywell LLP)
"Congratulations on your selection by the Washington State Bar Association for the Courageous Award. This honor was well-deserved." --Justice Philip A. Talmadge, Washington State Supreme Court Click here
"On behalf of the Gonzaga Law School community, I congratulate you on receiving the Washington State Bar Association's Courageous Award. This is a great honor and all of us are extremely proud of your accomplishment." --John E. Clute, former Dean, Gonzaga School of Law
"As a career trial lawyer, I enjoy watching good lawyers at work. As I approach retirement, I would like to commend a few lawyers who have done exceptional work before the Washington Supreme Court. You are one of those exceptional lawyers." --Justice Tom Chambers, Washington State Supreme Court
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Licensed in Washington for 45 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 1980
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2022
Location
Garth Dano Lawyer, P.S.
PO Box 2149, Moses Lake, WA, 98837-0549
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Garth Louis Dano's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 9 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Mark | June 10, 2022 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
A good man. That has my total respect.
In 2014 Garth was hired by my wife. To defend her against the state of Washington. Garth spent countless hours and days on her case. After 4 years of court chaos the charges were dropped. And numerous legal referrals were created.
Posted by anonymous | March 29, 2014
Need the best? Hire the best!
When I found myself at the lowest point of my life, I was barely able to face what I was about to unravel. The first step was to find a lawyer with whom I could trust would do the best job for my situation. After reading Garth's lengthy history and accomplishments, I called and scheduled an appointm...
Posted by Recycler Client | March 24, 2014
If you want a winner you have found the right attorney!
When we needed an attorney, we knew we wanted an attorney that was: aggressive, knowledgeable, and had a proven record; we found that with Garth Dano. Each stage of the case Mr. Dano and his staff where there for us and the end result being CASE DISMISSED! If you want a winner you have found the righ...
Posted by Suzanna | March 22, 2014
The best Attorney in the State!
In a four year long difficult court battle Garth Dano provided me with superior representation. He proved himself to be a man of excellent character and intellect. I admire his attention to every detail, but even more so I admire his courage, compassion and commitment. He made me feel like I was the ...
Posted by Joseph | March 22, 2014
A personal opinion of Garth Dano
I met Garth almost a year ago to interview him for legal services. The interview was conducted professionally and congenial and lasted longer than either of us anticipated. The time seem to fly by as each of us enjoyed the process and concluded with mutual respect. Both, Garth and I share a lot in...
Garth Louis Dano's Lawyer Endorsements
"Garth Dano is one of the best trial lawyers I have ever had the pleasure of working with. More importantly, however, he is a man of uncompromising integrity."
"Garth and I worked together on a civil rights matter involving involving his client in Washington federal court. I was privileged to be invited by Garth to assist him when aspects of the case spilled over into California courts. Garth is a true warrior for his clients and a seasoned trial lawyer. I have learned much from Garth's experience and wisdom. I wholeheartedly endorse Garth Dano. I would choose him without hesitation to represent me or my family members in my hour of need."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Dano is an exceptionally skilled and passionate advocate. He cares deeply about justice and seeks to ensure that all persons are treated equally and fairly. He is also generous with his time as he routinely gives support to other lawyers. This generosity helps raise the standard of care in the legal community and we should all be grateful to him."
"I have worked with Garth on multiple complex federal civil cases. Garth is a superb trial lawyer. He is easily among the top trial lawyers of the state. His clients can trust that Garth will give them the best representation possible. He does so with an open heart, and an undying commitment to justice."
"I endorse this lawyer. Trial advocacy is an art. Garth is Picasso. Garth can talk to any person at any time about anything. He has a keen ability to see through complexity and break things down to what really matters: the human story. I consider myself lucky to have had opportunities to work cases with Garth. Clients are lucky to have a lawyer this talented, skillful, and experienced."
"Garth Dano is a fantastic trial lawyer. His results speak for themselves and I know him to be dedicated to his craft in a way that puts him at the cutting edge of trial advocacy in both the State of Washington and beyond."
"Best trial advocate I have ever seen."
"Garth Dano is the best trial lawyer in Grant County. Nobody puts a case together and presents it better to a jury than Garth. And he has the million dollar jury awards to prove that point. If a friend or a family member needed a personal injury lawyer I would send them to Garth Dano without any hesitation."
Experience
Professional misconduct
This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2022.
Reprimand issued in WA, 2022
updated on 02/10/2023This means the attorney did something wrong, but the Bar did not suspend the lawyer. Typically in this case the lawyer's poor behavior is exposed to the public in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior.
Honors
2012
Super Lawyer, Washington Super Lawyers
2011
Super Lawyer, Washington Super Lawyers
2007
Certificate of Appreciation, Citizens for Judicial Excellence
2006
National Crime Victim's Rights Award, National Crime Victim Law Institute
2000
Courageous Award, Washington State Bar Association
1999
Professional Excellence Award, Washington Foundation for Criminal Justice
1998
President's Award, Washington Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
Work Experience
2014 - Present
Managing Partner, Garth Dano Lawyer, P.S.
2010 - 2013
Managing Partner, Dano Gilbert Law Firm
2005 - 2010
Managing Partner, Dano, Gilbert & Ahrend, PLLC
1997 - 2005
Managing Partner, Garth Dano & Associates
1986 - 1997
Partner, Dano Law Firm
1984 - 1985
Partner, Dano, Cone, Fraser and Gilreath
Associations
2013 - Present
Association of Plaintiff Interstate Trucking Lawyers of AmericaMember
2006 - Present
Citizens for Judicial ExcellenceFounding Member
1998 - Present
Washington Foundation of Criminal JusticeMember
1996 - Present
Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers College
1996 - Present
Washington Association of Criminal Defense LawyersAssociate Member
1996 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
1995 - Present
Washington State Trial Lawyers AssociationEagle Member
1980 - Present
Washington State Bar Association
Education
1996
Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers College
1980
Gonzaga University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1976
Santa Clara University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
English