$ 200-250 per hour
Christopher Joseph Kerley
About Christopher
Biography
Outside-of-work interests include snow skiing, scuba diving and playing the guitar in a classic rock band
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Idaho for 33 years
State: Idaho
Acquired: 1992
No misconduct found
Licensed in Washington for 39 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 1986
No misconduct found
Location
Evans, Craven & Lackie, P.S.
818 W Riverside Ave Ste 250, Spokane, WA, 99201-0994
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Christopher Joseph Kerley's Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | July 30, 2014
Outstanding Attorney with Proven Results
We have retained Mr. Kerley in several cases. In each case, he was able to pinpoint the exact issues and focus on developing a well planned strategy. Mr. Kerley's ability to hone in on the actual matter before the court, his thoughtful strategies and thorough research led to our prevailing in each ...
Posted by Sheryl | November 13, 2012
Satisfied past and current client
I have relied on Mr. Kerley's representation since the early 90's. Back then it was for defending large commercial companies in litigation including general liability, auto liability and medical malpractice. Currently Mr. Kerley is retained for defending municipalities primarily in general liability ...
Christopher Joseph Kerley's Lawyer Endorsements
"Chris is a bright lawyer, persuasive, and experienced with many different types of civil cases."
"I endorse this lawyer. Chris is an effective advocate for his clients and is very well regarded in the legal community."
"Chris is a fine lawyer with an excellent reputation. I have no hesitation in endorsing him."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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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Experience
Honors
2013
Top Lawyer, Spokane Coer d' Alene Living Magazine
2012
BV rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2011
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2010
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2009
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2006
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2005
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2003
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2002
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2001
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2000
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1988
Excellence in Torts, Contracts and Wills and Trusts, American Jurisprudence
1986
Magna cum laude, gonzaga school of law
Work Experience
2006 - Present
Partner, Evans, Craven and Lackie P.S.
Associations
1988 - Present
Idaho State BarMember
1986 - Present
Washington State Bar AssociationMember
1986 - Present
Washington Defense Trial LawyersMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Wynn v Earin
Donahue v Quick Collect Inc
Pope v Hansen
Winkler v Giddings
Thomas v Wilfac
Kerr v Olsen
Minton v Ralston Purina
Coughlin v Beta Theta Pi
Minehart v Morningstar Boys Ranch
Birdsall v Abrams
Education
1986
Gonzaga University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor-Magna Cum Laude
1983
University of Washington
BA
Speaking Engagements
2014
Washington State Parks Association Conference
Recreational Immunity
2014
employment discrimination
civil jury trial
2013
Risk Managment Conference
Washington's Recreational Land Use Immunity Statute
2012
Civil jury trial
Civil Trial-Dental Malpractice
2011
United States District Court for ED of Wash
Civil Trial-USERRA claim
2011
Civil Appeal-Oral Argument
Civil Appeal-Abuse Reporting Statute
2010
Oral Argument
Civil Appeal-FDCPA Matter
2010
Bankruptcy Court-Eastern District of Washington
Adversary Proceeding-Property Rights
Publications
N/A
Gonzaga Law Review
Case Note-Heidebrink v Moriwaki
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers