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  • Spokane, WA
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Janelle Marie Carney
Janelle Marie Carney
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About Janelle

Janelle M. Carney is the Managing Shareholder for the Spokane and Tri-Cities offices of GLP Attorneys. Janelle has a background in insurance, and it was this experience that led her to believe that representing plaintiffs was her true passion. She understood the importance of advocating for those that were unable to advocate for themselves. She prides herself on her compassion for her clients and working on every case to the best of her ability, whether large or small in value.

Janelle focuses her law practice on all aspects of personal injury law, including wrongful death claims, premises liability, and insurance bad faith law all over Eastern Washington. Janelle is a former chair of the Insurance Law group for Washington State Association for Justice. Janelle is passionate about insurance bad faith law and doing everything she can to make sure insurance companies do the right thing. She consistently presents on the topic of insurance law throughout the State of Washington. She has moderated the Insurance Law Seminar on the Insurance Fair Conduct Act and presented on bad faith in both underinsured motorist claims and personal injury protection claims.

Janelle has been consistently awarded as one of Spokane/Coeur D’Alene’s Top Lawyers from 2014 to present. She has been awarded the Rising Star Super Lawyers Award for the past 8 years, which is awarded to the top 2.5% of attorneys in the State of Washington. She has also been consistently awarded the National Top 100 Trial Lawyers Award, an award for a select few in the United States. Janelle has also been granted membership into the Million Dollar Advocates Form as well as the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum, of which fewer than 1% of U.S. Lawyers are members. In 2020, she was admitted into the Top 100 Registry for Lawyers nationally, which recognizes people of distinction in law.

Practice areas

Animal and dog bitesPersonal injuryWrongful deathInsurance
  1. Insurance: 32%

  2. Wrongful death: 32%

  3. Personal injury: 31%

  4. Animal and dog bites: 5%

Languages spoken

English

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Contact

601 W. Main Avenue, Suite 305
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GLP Attorneys, P.S., Inc.

601 W. Main Avenue, Suite 305
Spokane, WA, 99201

Website
http://www.glpattorneys.com/attorneys/janelle-m-carney/

Resume

License
StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
WAActive200812/23/2020
AZInactive 200811/28/2020
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
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Awards
Award nameGrantorDate granted
Top 20 Women in Business LeadershipSpokane Coeur d'Alene Living Magazine2020
Top Woman Attorneys of WashingtonSeattle Metropolitan Magazine2018
Rising StarSuper Lawyers Magazine2018
Top LawyerSpokane Coeur d'Alene Living Magazine2018
MemberMulti-Million Dollar Advocates Forum2017
Rising StarSuper Lawyers Magazine2017
Rising StarSuper Lawyers Magazine2016
Top Women Attorneys in Washington Rising StarsSeattle Met Magazine2015
Top 2015 AttorneySpokane Coeur d'Alene Living Magazine2015
Rising StarSuper Lawyers Magazine2015
Top 20 Under 40Inland Business Catalyst Magazine2014
Rising StarSuper Lawyers Magazine2014
Top 100 Trial LawyersNational Trial Lawyers2014
Top 2014 AttorneySpokane Coeur d'Alene Living Magazine2014
Top 100 Trial LawyersNational Trial Lawyers2013
Washington Outstanding Young LawyersTop Attorneys2013
Top Women AttorneysSeattle Met Magazine2013
Rising StarSuper Lawyers Magazine2013
Work Experience
TitleCompany nameDuration
Managing Partner, Spokane and Tri CitiesGLP Attorneys, P.S., Inc.2014 - Present
Managing Attorney, Spokane and Tri CitiesGLP Attorneys, P.S., Inc.2010 - Present
Associate AttorneyEly, Bettini, Ulman & Rosenblatt2007 - 2010
ExternshipArizona Court Of Appeals2006 - 2007
Law ClerkBegam, Lewis & Marks2006 - 2007
Legal InternCrowley Law Offices2003 - 2005
Associations
Association namePosition nameDuration
Washington Women LawyersMember2014 - Present
United States District Court for the Western District of WashingtonMember2014 - Present
United States District Court for the Eastern District of WashingtonMember2013 - Present
Spokane County Bar AssociationMember2012 - Present
Washington State Association for Justice, Women of WSAJ (WOW) SectionMember2012 - Present
Washington State Association for JusticeEagle Member2011 - Present
ASU Mock Trial GroupAttorney Volunteer2009 - 2009
Arizona Trial Lawyers AssociationMember2008 - 2010
Domestic Violence Shelter for Women and ChildrenPro Bono Lawyer2008 - 2010
Publications
Publication nameTitleDate
Spokane Coeur d'Alene Living MagazineWomen in Business Leadership (Page 42)2020
Inland Business CatalystTop 20 Under 40 Issue2014
Spokane Coeur d'Alene Living MagazineTop Attorney of 20142014
Education
School nameDegreeGraduated
Arizona State UniversityJD - Juris Doctor2007
University of WashingtonBA - Bachelor of Arts2005
Speaking Engagements
Conference nameTitleDate
Insurance Law Seminar, ChairRecharge Your Insurance Law Practice2019
Insurance Law SeminarUIM Bad Faith2018
NBI SeminarsNegotiating Claims with Insurance Companies2017
Washington State Association for JusticeTraumatic Brain Injuries2017
Insurance Law SeminarWinning your IFCA battle2014
GLP HCP Seminar SeriesWhat is Payment in Full and How Do You Get It2014
GLP HCP Seminar SeriesFull Treatment, Full Payment, Full Recovery2014
Legal cases
Case nameOutcome
R.F. and W.F. v. G.B. and W.M.$1,800,000
D.B. v. FarmersPolicy limits settlement
C.M. v. Farmers$110,000
J.B. v. G.R., D.A. and K.K.$162,500
K.A. v. M.S.$250,000
J.S. v. G.N. and B.Z.$400,000
S.B. v. CNA$575,000
A.H. v. E.M.$575,000
D.E. v. Victoria$1,000,000
C.B. v. F.V.V$1,100,000 settlement

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Making the impossible, Possible

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Following a devastating slip and fall injury I was told by every lawyer I talked to that it was an impossible case to win especially in our neck of the woods, but Janelle and her team took a look at all the facts and gave us hope that this case could in fact be won. Janelle was encouraging, supportive and incredibly professional during the entire process. She kept us informed and up to date the entire way so we never felt out of the loop. We cannot say enough about how hard Janelle and her team worked for us. She made the impossible, possible and we settled out of court and got our lives back on track. Thank You so much for all you do, we are truly blessed to have had you on our side.
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Hard-working, Dedicated and Honest

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I had the pleasure of being represented by Janelle for an automobile accident that really hurt me not only physically but emotionally as well. I was referred to her through the Super Lawyers website completely by chance because I was supposed to be represented by a different attorney. I could not have asked for a better "chance" to be represented. Janelle is the only attorney that I will ever refer someone to, that is need of someone to represent them in this type of matter. Janelle and Gina (her assistant) got to know not only me and my case, but they also got to know my family and how this accident affected them as well. I never felt like I was a bottom line or a dollar amount, I always felt like my wellness and healing was the most important issue because it was important to her. She always expected honesty from me, as well as herself, and it was evident in all the conversations we had from the beginning to the end. She went above my expectations and after 5 years, we settled in the second mediation without having to go to court, with a settlement that was just and fair for all of the parties involved. She is a wonderful person and has her clients' best interests above her own. She always shows compassion and keeps her client(s) involved throughout the process, which is, at times, not pleasant and sometimes painful, but she fights hard for them and will be completely honest during a very difficult time in their lives. She gets to know the person and his/her family personally and gives everything she can to make sure that person is well represented and that the end resolution is one that is best for the individual, putting them above herself. She is very approachable, humble and easy to work alongside. I will always highly recommend her and will always stand up for her and her assistant(s). They deserve any and all praise because of their dedication to the people they represent and also because of their commitment to fight for what they believe is just and fair in, not only their eyes and heart, but also the hearts of the people they dedicate themselves to serving. If there are any awards to be given for a hard-working, dedicated, humble, compassionate, honest attorney, Janelle deserves them all, as do the people that work with her (Gina and others). These individuals are what makes GLP Attorneys Law Office, in my opinion, the only law office to seek representation from. Sincerely, George R.
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Following an auto accident, I contacted Attorney Janelle Carney for legal advice and action. She graciously explained the law, what I could expect, the process and the amount of time this issue may take. She updated me periodically as she collected the necessary information to make my case. Then she brought the case to a closed with dispatch and to my satisfaction. I have no hesitation in recommending her to friends or family who need such legal services.
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Current client

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After trying unsuccessfully for 3 years to settle an uninsured motorist claim with the insurance company, a co-worker of mine recommended Janelle. She became aware of her while serving on jury duty. I was pleasantly surprised when Janelle agreed to meet with me, especially considering the amount of time that had lapsed since the accident occurred. We discussed the case in detail and when she agreed to handle my case, I was so excited and relieved. I knew she had my back. From that point forward, Janelle and her staff worked diligently on my behalf. I am extremely impressed with Janelle’s knowledge of the law and with her work ethic. She has kept me informed every step along the way. If I have questions or concerns, I am able to e-mail or call her and promptly receive a response. Janelle has been successful in obtaining maximum compensation for the injuries I suffered in the accident. I am so impressed and appreciative! I strongly endorse and recommend Janelle Carney as an attorney of choice. She is truly the consummate professional.

Car Accident/Bad Faith Insurance Personal Injury Claim

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I was in a car accident and went to Janelle for help in dealing with my personal injury claim. Little did I know how complicated my case would become when we learned the driver who hit me was underinsured and I needed to pursue my own insurance company coverage to meet my needs. Janelle was an absolute professional. She always responded to my calls or e-mails in a very timely manner. She thoroughly researched my case and anticipated the potential roadblocks to reaching a favorable outcome for me. She also did a great job of educating me on the insurance industry and how they operate. Janelle is calm under pressure because she does her homework and comes well prepared. I can't say enough good thinks about Janelle and her staff. I would highly recommend her to anyone in need of an excellent attorney to represent them regarding a personal injury claim or insurance bad faith issue.

more than a 10 to me

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At our first meeting Janelle listened to my concerns and assured me she would always respond to my calls and keep be informed. She more than kept her word. Her advice and attention to details made our 3 year experience a positive one. I would ,without a doubt, recommend her and her staff to my loved ones and friends. Janelle has impacted my life in a powerful life by turning my accident from a negative to a positive. She may be young but she is fearless. I would call on her in a heartbeat.

A breath of fresh air

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I was skeptical about going to a lawyer with my case, believing that I would come out behind financially or that it would create more problems. After talking with two other lawyers (who made the process clear as mud and did not give me direct answers), Janelle was a breath of fresh air. She made things very clear, and answered all my questions directly and clearly without beating around the bush. She was also very patient and always left the decisions to proceed up to me. I was SHOCKED when after only a few months she called to tell me that my case won and I would be getting far more than I hoped for. I was astounded! Janelle Carney was excellent every step of the process and I would go to no one else from here on out.

Absolutely amazing attorney & woman!

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I was in a car accident a couple of years ago and one of my doctors referred me to Janelle, and boy am I grateful he did. She was amazing through the entire process. She always kept me informed of what was going on, she gave me excellent advice and went above and beyond what I would have expected an attorney to do for me. She never pressured me into doing something I wasn't comfortable with, and was always very open and honest with me about everything, which I appreciated very, very much. She is a very talented, intelligent attorney and I was so blessed to have met her and had her on my side. There is a reason she was named one of Spokane's rising stars, she is, and my case proves it! I would tell anyone that if you have the opportunity to work with Janelle do it!

Excellent lawyer

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Janelle treated my family with respect and dignity. She was helpful in explaining options and ensured we understood the risks associated with our case. She responded to questions and concerns in a timely manner. She showed compassion and loyalty in all aspects. She was approachable and made it seem as if we had known her for some time vice just meeting her. Overall, I would recommend Janelle very highly should you need a lawyer.

Janelle Carney's Review in representing me in a traffic accident.

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I wish to start my review with a very positive notation. Janelle Carney was an exceptional attorney and was so forth right in all of our communications. I have been involved with many different attorney's as my profession involved the attorneys in almost all matters. When one has Personal Injury as I did you truly need someone that goes to bat for you. The insurance company always tries to get out as inexpensive as possible so that their stockholders make money. If you need an attorney there is no one better than Janelle Carney and her firm. They share the facts of the case on a regular basis to help you feel better and they carry your burden to the conclusion of your case. I certainly recommend Janelle and her firm to everyone that has encountered any type of claim. They are terrific in getting you what you deserve for your loss of wages, pain and suffering and medical bills. I highly recommend her as well as her firm to everyone that has experienced some type of loss.
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Sara Maleki, Personal injury Attorney on Sep 15, 2015
Relationship: Worked for lawyer

Janelle is a powerhouse and truly a zealous advocate. She fights her way to justice for every single case. If I ever needed an attorney myself, I would call Janelle.

Jeffrey Kreutz, Personal injury Attorney on Nov 13, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer.

John Webber, Personal injury Attorney on Sep 28, 2013
Relationship: Co-worker

I have had the pleasure of working with Janelle as she manages Graham Lundberg Peschel's Spokane office. I am impressed every day by Janelle's intelligence, work ethic and dedication to her clients. She is one of the best and brightest trial attorneys I have met and I recommend her without hesitation to any one in need of a great personal injury attorney.

William Kimberly, Personal injury Attorney on May 17, 2013
Relationship: Worked for lawyer

I had the privilege of working for Janelle Carney at Graham Lundberg & Peschel. Ms. Carney is both knowledgeable and professional. She is also committed to protecting her clients' best interests. I highly endorse this lawyer.

Emily Sullivan, Personal injury Attorney on Dec 7, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Janelle is a very professional and hard working attorney. She strives to ensure that her client's are represented to the fullest and works hard for each and every one of them. Her knowledge and ability to work with insurance companies and fight for what she knows is right is evident in all that she does at GLP.

Jazmin Alagha

I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Carney is a dedicated attorney with impressive work ethic. In the time I have known her, I have come to respect her committment, character, and ability to advocate for her clients. She is well respected in her field.

Amanda Martin, Personal injury Attorney on Nov 27, 2012
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

I endorse this lawyer. Janelle Carney is a phenomenal and dedicated attorney who practices with the utmost competence, respect, and class.

Courtney Garcea, Personal injury Attorney on Nov 27, 2012
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

Ms. Carney is a talented and capable attorney. She is a true advocate for her clients and works hard to maximize their recovery.

Venessa Bragg, Insurance Attorney on Nov 27, 2012
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

Ms. Carney is an incredibly talented and professional lawyer. Although we worked on opposite sides of the case, we had a great working relationship. She is knowledgeable in all areas of civil personal injury practice and is an asset to both the Arizona and Washington legal communities.

Amy Miller, Personal injury Attorney on Nov 26, 2012
Relationship: Co-worker

I have worked both opposite Janelle and with her in the personal injury arena. She is well versed in all aspects of a personal injury suit, getting maximum dollar settlements and verdicts for her clients. I endorse this lawyer.

Alicia Funkhouser, Personal injury Attorney on Aug 10, 2012
Relationship: Co-worker

Janelle and I worked together for several years at my personal injury boutique firm here in Phoneix, Arizona. She is a highly skilled legal professional. Janelle will leave no stone unturned in her quest to obtain maximum recovery for her clients. She has many years of experience and has consistently focused her work on protecting the rights of individuals against large corporate insurance companies. If I were ever in an accident in Washington, I have no doubt that I would hire Janelle to represent me.

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