Outside-of-work interests include snow skiing, scuba diving and playing the guitar in a classic rock band
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State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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ID | Authorized to practice law | 1992 | 01/08/2021 |
WA | Active | 1986 | 12/23/2020 |
Legal answers | 5 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
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Top Lawyer | Spokane Coer d' Alene Living Magazine | 2013 |
BV rating | Martindale-Hubbell | 2012 |
BV rating | Martindale-Hubbell | 2011 |
BV rating | Martindale-Hubbell | 2010 |
BV rating | Martindale-Hubbell | 2009 |
BV rating | Martindale-Hubbell | 2008 |
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BV rating | Martindale-Hubbell | 2007 |
BV rating | Martindale-Hubbell | 2006 |
BV rating | Martindale-Hubbell | 2005 |
BV rating | Martindale-Hubbell | 2004 |
BV rating | Martindale-Hubbell | 2003 |
BV rating | Martindale-Hubbell | 2002 |
BV rating | Martindale-Hubbell | 2001 |
BV rating | Martindale-Hubbell | 2000 |
Excellence in Torts, Contracts and Wills and Trusts | American Jurisprudence | 1988 |
Magna cum laude | gonzaga school of law | 1986 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Partner | Evans, Craven and Lackie P.S. | 2006 - Present |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Idaho State Bar | Member | 1988 - Present |
Washington State Bar Association | Member | 1986 - Present |
Washington Defense Trial Lawyers | Member | 1986 - Present |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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Gonzaga Law Review | Case Note-Heidebrink v Moriwaki | N/A |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Gonzaga University School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor-Magna Cum Laude | 1986 |
University of Washington | BA | 1983 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Washington State Parks Association Conference | Recreational Immunity | 2014 |
employment discrimination | civil jury trial | 2014 |
Risk Managment Conference | Washington's Recreational Land Use Immunity Statute | 2013 |
Civil jury trial | Civil Trial-Dental Malpractice | 2012 |
United States District Court for ED of Wash | Civil Trial-USERRA claim | 2011 |
Civil Appeal-Oral Argument | Civil Appeal-Abuse Reporting Statute | 2011 |
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Oral Argument | Civil Appeal-FDCPA Matter | 2010 |
Bankruptcy Court-Eastern District of Washington | Adversary Proceeding-Property Rights | 2010 |
Case name | Outcome |
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Wynn v Earin | |
Donahue v Quick Collect Inc | |
Pope v Hansen | |
Winkler v Giddings | |
Thomas v Wilfac |
Kerr v Olsen | |
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Minton v Ralston Purina | |
Coughlin v Beta Theta Pi | |
Minehart v Morningstar Boys Ranch | |
Birdsall v Abrams |
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Raymond Clary, Litigation Attorney on May 13, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Chris is a bright lawyer, persuasive, and experienced with many different types of civil cases.
Daniel Stowe, Lawsuits and disputes Attorney on Apr 8, 2013
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer. Chris is an effective advocate for his clients and is very well regarded in the legal community.
Ronald Van Wert, Litigation Attorney on Apr 8, 2013
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Chris is a fine lawyer with an excellent reputation. I have no hesitation in endorsing him.
Matthew Ries, Insurance Attorney on Apr 6, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Chris is a highly capable attorney in handling insurance defense matters. I have worked on cases with him in the past, and found him to be professional and a skillful litigator. I endorse Chris to anyone looking for a commercial litigation attorney.
Troy Nelson, Lawsuits and disputes Attorney on Nov 13, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Chris is a bright, energetic, and detail oriented attorney. He is a high quality individual. He is able to solve clients' issues in an efficient and effective manner. I highly endorse Chris.
Paul Kirkpatrick, Litigation Attorney on Oct 31, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. I have known Chris since law school. He is extremely bright and capable lawyer who has served his clients well over the years. I have always been impressed with his legal abilities and would not hesitate to endorse Chris.
Michael Church, Litigation Attorney on Oct 16, 2012
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse Chris as an outstanding attorney and a great asset to the Spokane legal community. Chris is highly skilled, professional and experienced and I recommend him to anyone seeking legal advice or representation.
Brad Smith, Lawsuits and disputes Attorney on Oct 15, 2012
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I wholeheartedly endorse Chris. We have worked together on a couple of matters, and I've been impressed with both his knowledge and legal expertise, as well as his commitment for his clients. I have also worked on the opposite side of the case as Chris, and he is respectful and ethical, as well as a pleasure to work with and against.
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