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Mary Elizabeth Schultz
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About Mary
Biography
For a more complete view of this firm, go to Exemplary News Articles Club Traditions Just Discrimination July 30, 2010, Spokesman ReviewStrong Arm of the Law What happens when someone complains a cop used excessive force? Usually, not much. June 29, 2010...more » Wrongful Death Alleged in Suicide July 23, 2009 A claim for medical negligence resulting in the death of a Spokane man from self inflicted suicide was filed today, claiming that the medical treatment and accomodations provided to this known...more » Country Club Bias Alleged Suit Bought against Country Club for Gender Discrimination/Stockholder Devaluation July 20, 2009 Three female stockholders of the Spokane Country Club have sued that club, claiming that the Club has breached their stockholder contract with the Club by according male shareolders ...more » Boeing Worker Sues Over Violated Ethics, Wrongful Termination Seattle PI May 13, 2009 Atttorney Joseph Sicilia, who worked in Boeing's ethics policing division, says that he was demoted to being an administrative assistant and then fired after raising concerns about violation of gov...more » Father files suit in son's boating death 13-year-old died in July on Lake CdA October 18, 2008 Danial Newlon struggled to learn whether his 13-year-old son was dead or alive after getting a brief phone call and seeing a blip on the news about a boating accident last July on Lake Coeur d'Alen...more » $15 million dollar oral surgery malpractice verdict in favor of dental patient August 27, 2008A Spokane jury ruled Tuesday that a local dentist was negligent in performing a series of aggressive jaw surgeries in 2000 and 2001 - awarding Kimberly Kallestad a total $14,888,525 million in economi...more »
Practice Areas
7
Practice Areas
39 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
40%-50%
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
Licenses
Licensed in California for 21 years
State: California
Acquired: 2004
No misconduct found
Licensed in Washington for 41 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 1984
No misconduct found
Location
Mary Elizabeth Schultz's Reviews
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Posted by Mike | June 20, 2011
Excellence is an Understatement
I can not recommend Mary highly enough, if you have a case which has to go to court. Her presence in the courtroom alone, is worth the price of admission.
Posted by Nick Lungu | April 19, 2011
World Class Attorney in Spokane WA
Ms. Schultz is “World Class" in terms of effective and experienced counsel. Especially on matters requiring local expertise and understanding the dynamics of the local court's personalities and processes. She knows exactly when to make a very pointed response to an argument - when bundled together al...
Posted by Alex | November 24, 2009
In another league
No joke, this is the best lawyer you will ever see in a courtroom. Just brilliant. And it’s really fun to watch. I've worked with a number of attorneys, and been to court with attorneys in business litigations. I have seen Mary Schultz try cases off and on—a lot of lawyers and others in the court sys...
Posted by anonymous | June 30, 2009
Among the Best
Mary has represented my interests and that of my family for over the past 12 years. Her knowledge and reference to the law is second to none. She truly grabs on to your case with a fierce tenacity with the intent to win. If you are looking for honest, upfront, straightforward advice, without sugar...
Posted by anonymous | June 22, 2009
A very capable, competent and trustworthy Attorney
Mary Schultz has handled contract disputes, litigation and general legal counsel/advice to our company. In addition, she has also handled personal problems for some of our Executives. Each item Ms. Schultz has handled for our Organization/people she has produced the desired outcome wanted. She is a ...
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Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2025
Best Lawyer, Medical Malpractice, Best Lawyers in America
2025
Best Lawyer, Employment Litigation, Best Lawyers in America
2024
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2020
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2019
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2018
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2017
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2016
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2015
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2014
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2014
Spokane's Top Lawyers, Spokane Couer D' Alene Living Magazine
2014
Spokane's Top Medical Malpractice Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America
2014
Best Lawyers in America- Medical,Employment, Best Lawyers in America 2014
2013
Washington Superlawyer, Washington Journal of Law & Politics
2013
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2013
Labor and Employment Law Firm of the year WA, Mergers and Acquisitions International
2013
Best Lawyers in America 2013, Best Lawyers in America
2012
Superlawyer, Washington Journal of Law & Politics
2012
Lawyer of the Year 2012 Litigation- Employment , for Spokane WA, Best Lawyers in America
2012
Best US Law Firms - Tier 1, Best Lawyers in America
2012
Top Women Lawyers in Washington, Washington Journal of Law & Politics
2012
Spokane's Top Lawyers, Spokane Couer D Alene Living
2012
Best Lawyers in America for 2012, Best Lawyers in America
2012
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2011
Washington Superlawyer, Washington Journal of Law and Politics
2011
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2011
Best Lawyer designation for 2011--10 year inclusion group, Best Lawyers in America
2011
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2010
Washington Superlawyer, Washington Journal of Law & Politics
2010
Best Lawyers in America 2010, Best Lawyers in America
2010
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2009
Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America
2009
Washington Superlawyers, Washington Journal of Law & Politics
2009
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2009
Spokane's Top Medical Negligence Lawyer, Spokane Couer D'Alene Living Magazine
2009
Spokane's Best Lawyers, Spokane Couer D Alene Living Magazine
2008
Washington Superlawyers, Washington Journal of Law & Politics
2008
Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America
2007
Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America
2007
Washington Chair, Litigation Counsel of America
2007
Founding Member, Litigation Counsel of America
2006
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2006
Washington Superlawyers, Washington Journal of Law & Politics
2005
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2001
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2000
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
N/A
Washington Superlawyers, Washington Journal of Law & Politics
Work Experience
2013 - Present
Admitted, admitted to USDC Northern District of California
2006 - Present
Admitted, United States Supreme Court
1989 - Present
Admitted, Ninth Circuit Appeals Court
1986 - Present
Admitted, U.S. District Court Western District of Washington
1986 - Present
Admitted, Tenth Circuit Appeals Court
1985 - Present
Admitted, U.S. District Court Eastern District of Washington
1985 - Present
Principal, Mary Schultz Law P.S.
2012 - 2013
Admitted, United States Distrit Court Central District of California
Associations
2007 - Present
Litigation Counsel of AmericaFounding Member
2007 - Present
Litigation Counsel of America, WashingtonChair
2004 - Present
California State Bar AssociationMember
2004 - Present
Los Angeles County Bar AssociationMember
2004 - Present
National Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2004 - Present
Spokane County Bar AssociationMember
1994 - Present
American Association for JusticeMember
1994 - Present
Washington Association for JusticeMember
1984 - Present
Washington State Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Washington Supreme Court ruling reversed a ruling preventing the case from proceeding and has remanded it for trial
$1.5 million settlement in favor of Mary Schultz law client Jennifer Tyler.
$19,480,000 jury verdict for defamation and employment discrimination in favor of Mary Schultz Law client Jeffrey Thurman and his wife Kaycie Thurman.
Jury Verdict of $879,190 in favor of Mary Schultz Law client Thomas Neal MD
Plaintiffs verdict for $580,000 with attorney fees and costs to follow, and injunctive relief
$36,640,000 judgment on trial default
$14.8 million jury verdict
$4 million jury verdict, plus $1.7 million in add.
$1.5 million jury verdict
Education
1983
JD - Juris Doctor
1981
International Law in Thessaloniki Greece
1980
BA - Bachelor of Arts cum laude et ampla
Speaking Engagements
2010
Voir Dire Techniques
2010
If I Had Known Then
2009
Effective Depositions for Trial
2009
Appellate--Creating a record for review
2009
Trial Techniques
2009
Ensuring a Proper Trial Court Record at Trial
2005
Winning the Tough Cases
2003
Trial Stars- WSTLA Best Of
2000
Self Defense Verdicts in Assault Cases
2000
Managing a Law Practice- Small Firm Management
2000
Maintenance in Dissolution Cases
1997
Custody Modifications
1997
Juror Questionnaires for Criminal Defense Voir Dire
1996
Utilization of Staff in Family Law Cases
1995
Criminal Law in Review
1993
Issues Relating to the Interview of a Child Witness
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers