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Jenaé M. Ball is a principal at Randall | Danskin, P.S. located in Spokane, Washington. She is licensed to practice law in Washington and Idaho, and her practice focuses primarily on employment litigation and advice.
Jenaé was born and raised in Santa Rosa, California. She attended Gonzaga University and earned a BA double majoring in International Relations and French Language and Literature. During college, she studied for a year in Paris, France at the prestigious L'Institut Catholique de Paris where she earned a diplome.
Between college and law school, Jenaé studied foreign policy at American University in Washington, D.C. and interned for the International Foundation for Election Systems (“IFES”), which is a non-government organization that focuses on democracy building and election assistance in developing countries. After completing her studies at American University, she returned to her hometown and worked as a law clerk at Baddley, Oliker, and Sartori for a year prior to attending law school.
Jenaé attended Gonzaga University School of Law, during which time she served on the Student Bar Association and was awarded Representative of the Year, was member of the Moot Court Council’s National Trial Team, served as Vice President of Phi Delta Phi, received a Cali Award for Labor Law, was on the Dean’s Academic Honors List, and a member of various student council societies and caucuses. During the summer of 2003, she attended Gonzaga University School of Law’s International Law Program in Florence, Italy.
During law school and for several months post-graduation, Jenaé interned at the Spokane County Prosecuting Attorney’s office where she assisted in the implementation of the federal Drug Endangered Children program. Jenaé trained law enforcement in statutory interpretation and evidence collection procedures, worked on a variety of criminal matters, and tried felony cases.
In 2006, Jenaé was hired as a civil litigation associate with Paine Hamblen, during which time she focused primarily on employment litigation both at the state and federal levels. In 2008, she was hired by K&L Gates, where she continued to work in the area of employment litigation and advice as well as complex civil litigation and corporate advice. In 2011, she was hired by Randall | Danskin, P.S. to work in the firm's employment and labor law group.
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Licensed in Idaho for 14 years
State: Idaho
Acquired: 2011
No misconduct found
Licensed in Washington for 20 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 2005
No misconduct found
Location
Randall Danskin, P.S.
601 West Riverside, Ste 1500, Spokane, WA, 99201-5102
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Jenae Marie Ball's Reviews
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Posted by Robert | November 15, 2012
As a client Jenae helped us navigate a complicated partnership problem with great guidance and skill
Jenae is very professional and knowledgeable. I appreciated here ability to educate the principals in our business and put together an excellent strategy to address our business' legal needs.
Posted by Jane | November 14, 2012
Great listener
Over the last six years, Jenae has been a great sounding board and knowledgeable advisor to me in my role as a restaurant risk manager. She is a great listener and researcher and always provides practical recommendations for handling complicated labor issues. She has also conducted employment law tr...
Posted by Ed | November 13, 2012
Excelent Source of Information
I am in charge of a small medical practice consisting of three doctors and 30 support staff. The practice has worked with Janae's firm, Randall Danskin, for many years. Their assistance has been invaluable and guided us through some difficult times. Recently we have worked with Jenae Ball on employme...
Posted by Renee | November 12, 2012
Helpful and Knowledgeable
Jenae has been extremely helpful in educating our managment team and knowledgeable with every qeustion and issue that we ask of her, and she always get back in a timely manner. I highly recommend her.
Posted by Debra | November 10, 2012
Highly recommend
Jenae has provided thoughtful, timely and very helpful advice to me regarding employment law and other business matters on several occasions.
Jenae Marie Ball's Lawyer Endorsements
"Jenae was opposing counsel on a discrimination case I worked on and she was a pleasure to work with. She is a very knowledgeable attorney with a calm demeanor. I would be happy to work with Jenae again."
"Ms. Ball is very knowledgeable in the field of employment law. She is quick to understand and analyze issues and she quickly communicates information to her clients. I strongly endorse her."
"Jenae is an extremely knowledgable and talented employment lawyer. I have seen her work both as opposing counsel on matters my firm has handled and on matters we were aligned. In both instances, she represented her clients very well and I would recommend her to anyone looking for solid representation."
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"Jenae is a hard working and insightful lawyer. I enjoyed working with her on a matter concerning a mutual client."
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"Jenae has a deep knowledge of employment law and applies her knowledge with a balance of both precision and energy, making her an ideal advocate for employers."
"Janae is a bright, energetic lawyer. I've worked with her on a matter where client emotions were high and she was able to manage the matter and direct it towards a successful resolution in a timely, cost effective manner. I endorse Janae."
"Jenae is an outstanding lawyer and an even better person. I've known her since 2004 and she continues to impress me with her passion for the law and dedication to professionalism. I do not hesitate in offering my endorsement."
"Jenae is a bright, energetic, and detail oriented attorney. She is a high quality individual. She is able to solve her clients' issues in an efficient and effective manner. I highly endorse Jenae."
"Jenae Ball is a very effective and hard-working advocate for her clients and I highly recommend her."
"Jenae and I worked together as attorneys at Paine Hamblen and although it has been years since we worked together, I continue to recommend her for business and employment law matters. I have even recommended her to my own family members. She is a smart, caring and dedicated attorney who gets results. I endorse her whole-heartedly."
"I've worked opposite Jenae on various matters over the past 6 years and found her to be extremely diligent in her preparation and a zealous advocate for her clients."
"I have known Jenae for many years. She is a pleasure to work with. She is a strong advocate for her clients, maintains a high ethic and always keeps her clients interests at heart. I would strongly recommend Jenae to anyone in need of legal representation."
"Jenae and I worked together for nearly a year. She's a hard worker who did a wonderful job keeping her clients informed while anticipating the second and third order effects of opposing counsel's actions."
"I practiced with Jenae for three years in the Spokane community. She is a professional, knowledgeable and excellent attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer. In the years that I have known Jenae, from co-workers to opposing counsel, I have found her to be a professional, ethical attorney who will work hard for her client's welfare. I have recommended Jenae as counsel in the past and will continue to do so without hesitation."
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Experience
Honors
2017
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2016
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2015
Superb Rating, AVVO
2015
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2015
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2014
Superb Rating, AVVO
2014
Spokane Couer d'Alene Living Magazine, Top Employment Lawyer
2014
Top Employment Lawyer, Spokane Coeur d'Alene Living Magazine
2013
Top Employment Lawyer, Spokane Coeur d'Alene Living Magazine
2013
Superb Rating, Avvo
2012
Superb Rating, Avvo
2012
Exceptional Law Firm, Spokane County Bar Association, Volunteer Lawyers Program
2011
Exceptional Law Firm, Spokane County Bar Association, Volunteer Lawyers Program
2005
National Trial Team - Moot Court Council, Gonzaga University School of Law
2005
Dean's Academic Honors List, Gonzaga Unversity School of Law
2005
Student Bar Association Representative of the Year, Gonzaga University School of Law Student Bar Association
2004
Certification in Clandestine Methamphetamine Lab Processing, Spokane County Sherrif's Office
2003
CALI Labor Law, CALI
Work Experience
2011 - Present
Partner, Randall | Danskin, PS
2008 - 2011
Associate, K & L Gates
2006 - 2008
Associate, Paine Hamblen LLP
2004 - 2005
Drug Endangered Children Liaison, Spokane County Prosecuting Attorney's Office
2003 - 2004
Legal Intern, Spokane County Prosecuting Attorney's Office
2001 - 2002
Clerk, Baddeley Oliker & Sartori
2000 - 2000
Intern, International Foundation for Election Systems
Associations
2016 - Present
Spokane County Bar AssociationBoard of Trustees
2011 - Present
Federal Bar Association (Idaho chapter)Member
2011 - Present
Idaho State Bar AssociationMember
2009 - Present
Ridge at Hangman Homeowners AssociationTrustee
2007 - Present
Federal Bar Association (Eastern District of Washington chapter)
2006 - Present
PonderosaVice President
2005 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2005 - Present
Washington State Bar AssociationMember
2005 - Present
Phi Delta Phi legal fraternityMember
2005 - Present
Spokane County Bar AssociationMember
Society for Human Resource Management
Member
2006 - 2008
Big Brothers Big SistersBig Sister
2005 - 2008
Washington Defense Trial LawyersMember
2004 - 2005
Moot Court Council
2004 - 2005
National Trial Team
2004 - 2005
Phi Delta Phi legal fraternitySecretary
2004 - 2005
Gonzaga University School of Law Student Bar AssociationRepresentative
2003 - 2004
Phi Delta Phi legal fraternityVice President
2003 - 2005
International Law SocietyMember
2003 - 2004
MultiCultural Law CaucusSecretary
2002 - 2005
Women's Law CaucusMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Marshall v. Spokane Emergency Physicians
Dismissal for Client
Marshall v. Spokane Emergency Physicians
Successfully defeated a motion for class action certification
City of Pullman v. Parry
Client Verdict
Hollenback v. Shriners Hospitals for Children
Summary Judgment for Client
Paurus v. Guardian Life Insurance Company
Favorable Settlement
Intermountain Fair Housing Council v. The Society of St. Vincent de Paul
Favorable Settlement
Uhlenkott v. Tri-State Memorial Hospital
Favorable Settlement
Muzzal v. Skylstad
Summary Judgment for Client
Window Products, Inc. v. Queen Anne Restoration & Remodel
Judgment for Client
Window Products, Inc. v. CLF
Summary Judgment for Client
Wilson v. Kootenai Health
Dismissal for Client
Lindgren v. Kootenai Health
Dismissal of EEOC Charge for Client
James v. Kootenai Health
EEOC Dismissal for Client
Education
2005
Gonzaga University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2000
Gonzaga University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
1999
L'Institut Catholique de Paris, France
Diplome
N/A
American University
Speaking Engagements
2014
Employment Law: 2014 Comprehensive Guide
Monitoring Employees & Dealing with the Troubling Employee
2013
Spokane County Bar Association , Employment Law CLE
Discrimination New Developments
2013
Randall Danskin
Waiver of Attorney-Client Privilege
2012
Third Annual Labor & Employment Law
New Developments in Race, Sex, Religious and Other Types of Harassment; The Blurred Line Between a Hostile Work Environment and Quid Pro Quo
2012
Legal Ethics for Everyday Practice
Electronic Communications Challenges
2012
CLE
Social Media Policy
2012
CLE
Electronic Records Retention Policies
2011
The Practice of Law
The Associate Trenches
2011
Macs & Tax
Litigation Holds
2011
Idaho State Bar
Estate & Trust Controversies: What Every Practitioner Needs to Know About Evidence Preservation
2011
Client Seminar and Training
Litigation Holds
2011
Client Seminar and Training
Disability Discrimination Training
2011
CLE
Evidence Preservation
2009
Client Seminar and Training
Harassment and Discrimination Training and What to Do In the Event of A Complaint
2007
Employer Workship
Sexual Harassment & Discrimination
2004
Clandestine Methamphetamine Lab Processing
Evidence Collection Procedures for Drug Endangered Children Prosecutions
Publications
2015
Lexis Nexis Publishing
Employment in Washington, 2015 Update
2014
Matthew Bender publication
Employment In Washington, 2014 Update
2014
National Business Institute Seminar
Monitoring Employees & Dealing with the Troubling Employee
2013
Spokane County Bar Association
Discrimination New Developments
2012
The Seminar Group
New Developments in Race, Sex, Religious and Other Types of Harassment; The Blurred Line Between a Hostile Work Environment and Quid Pro Quo
2011
Randall Danskin
Litigation Holds
2011
Randall Danskin
Sexual Harassment and Discrimination
2011
Idaho State Bar Association
Estate & Trust Controversies: What Every Practitioner Needs to Know About Evidence Preservation
2009
K&L Gates
Don't Clam Up! Harassment and Discrimination Training and What To Do In the Event of A Complaint
2007
Paine Hamblen
Harassment & Discrimination Training
2007
American Law Firm Association (ALFA)
Washington Update - Stipulated Liability
2000
International Foundation for Election Systems
Nigerian Political Party Laws
Languages
French
English
Activity
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