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Michael Bradley Love

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  • Spokane, WA
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Michael Bradley Love
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About Michael

I have been an attorney for almost 29 years.  I started my career as a deputy prosecutor for the City of Spokane in 1991.  As a deputy prosecutor I had the opportunity to try over 25 bench and jury trials to a verdict with most of them being successful prosecutions on behalf of the people of the City of Spokane.

 

My practice is exclusively devoted to the area of labor and employment law, with advice work and consultation in those areas, as well as litigation and appellate work in those specific areas of law.  I have continued my career as a trial lawyer by successfully prevailing at both summary judgment, trial and on appeal on behalf of my clients.

 

For 27 years I have provided representation both advice and litigation to numerous large, medium size and small businesses through out the state of Washington in the area of labor and employment law, contract and tort law.  I also have extensive experience in representing public sector employers.  The specific industries that I have represented employers include, but are not limited to, the following:  architectural, healthcare, trucking, autombile, retail, mining, fire services, timber, engineering, banking, construction, restaurant, employment for disabled and government.  I have also represented individuals with regard to employment law matters, including Veterans involving claims of discrimination and retaliation under The Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA) and non-Veterans in the area of discrimination and retaliation under Washington's Law Against Discrimination and federal law relating to Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, Americans With Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 1981, and Landrum Griffith.

 

For 27 years I have dealt with a variety of legal issues, including, but not limited to, providing advice, consultation, litigation and appellate work relating to Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Washington's Law Against Discrimination, Equal Pay Act, Age Discrimination and Employment Act, Americans with Disabilities Act, Fair Labor Standards Act, Washington's Minimum Wage Act, Family Medical Leave Act, National Labor Relations Act, WARN Act, Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (COBRA), Uniform Trade Secrets Act, Non-Competition Agreements, contract and tort law and other areas encompassing both federal and state law.

 

I have also been retained as an independent investigator by employers, law firms and human resource consultants to perform investigations relating to allegations of workplace misconduct and potential violations of the employment laws.

 

I have also provided continuing legal education to lawyers for 27 years in the area of labor and employment law.

 

I have also taught at the undergraduate level for Gonzaga University as an adjunct professor in the areas of preparing students to take the Law School Admissions Test and introducing students to the law of employment discrimination.  I have also provided mentoring to both undergraduate and law students as they prepare for a career in the legal field.

 

I have been happily married for 22 years to my lovely wife Dana.  We have 4 children who are very successful in their own right.

 

Please feel free to contact me if you are in need of the legal services I can provide.

 

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Practice areas

Employment and laborLitigation
  1. Litigation: 75%

    In the practice area of litigation 100% of my practice is confined to civil litigation in state and federal courts primarily involving issues of discrimination, retaliation and wrongful discharge.

    28 years, 500 cases

  2. Employment and labor: 25%

    Most of my cases involve advice work and litigation in the area of employment and labor law.

    28 years, 1,000 cases

Languages spoken

English

Contact

Michael Love Law PLLC

905 West Riverside Ave., Ste 404
Spokane, WA, 99201

Website
http://michaellovelaw.com/ 

      Resume

      License
      StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
      WAActive199103/23/2021
      We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
      Avvo Contributions
      Legal answers5
      Legal guides0
      Awards
      Award nameGrantorDate granted
      AV Preeminent in Labor and Employment Law and LitigationMartindale-Hubbell2019
      AV Preeminent in Legal Ability and Ethical StandardsMartindale-Hubbell2019
      AV Preeminent Rated in Legal Ability and Ethical Standards 2016Martindale-Hubbell2019
      Best Lawyers in SpokaneSpokane Coeur d'Alene Living Magazine2019
      Representing Individuals in Employment LawBest Lawyers in America2019
      Super LawyerThomson Reuters2019
      Client Choice Award BadgeAVVO2014
      Work Experience
      TitleCompany nameDuration
      AttorneyMichael Love Law PLLC2015 - Present
      PartnerWorkland & Witherspoon, PLLC2010 - Present
      Adjunct Professor - LSATGonzaga University Adjunct Professor2010 - 2013
      Adjunct Professor - Employment DiscriminationGonzaga University Adjunct Professor2010 - 2013
      PartnerPaine Hamblen, LLP2001 - 2010
      Vice Chair - Labor & Employment Law Practice GroupPaine Hamblen, LLP2001 - 2010
      AttorneyPaine Hamblen, LLP1993 - 2010
      AttorneyLayman, Loft Arpin & White1993 - 1993
      Assistant City AttorneyCity of Spokane1991 - 1993
      Associations
      Association namePosition nameDuration
      American Bar AssociationMember1994 - Present
      Washington State Bar AssociationMember1991 - Present
      Spokane County Bar AssociationMember1991 - Present
      U.S. District CourtMember1991 - Present
      U.S. District Court of Eastern WashingtonMember1991 - Present
      Spokane County Bar Association Judicial Evaluation PanelMember2014 - 2014
      Publications
      Publication nameTitleDate
      Lorman Education Services publicationEmployment Recordkeeping Requirements and Effective Documentation in Washington2006
      Lorman Education ServicesEmployment Recordkeeping Requirements and Effective Documentation in Washington2006
      Education
      School nameDegreeGraduated
      Willamette UniversityJD - Juris Doctor1990
      Gonzaga UniversityBA - Bachelor of Arts1987
      Speaking Engagements
      Conference nameTitleDate
      Bi-Mart Corporation Managers MeetingWhat Employees Can Do and What Employers Can't Do2014
      Bi-Mart - Pharmacy ManagersWhat Employees Can Do and What Employers Can't Do2014
      SVZ-USAWinning Solutions to Employment Law Problems2013
      Employment Law SeminarAppropriate Drafting of Non-Competition Agreements2013
      Spokane County Bar AssociationInvestigating Workplace Issues2009
      Skils-Kin Board of Directors and Executives RetreatWinning Solutions to Employment Law Problems2009
      Lorman Education ServicesEmployment Record Keeping Requirements and Effective Documentation in Washington2006
      Labor Law ConferenceHow to Prevent Union Organizational Attempts1995
      Legal cases
      Case nameOutcome
      Waite v. Gonzaga UniversityDefense verdict in favor Gonzaga University
      Martin v. Gonzaga UniversitySummary Judgment Granted to Gonzaga University, affirmed by the Court of Appeals Division III and the Washington Supreme Court
      Zhu v. ESD 171Verdict for Plaintiff on both claims
      Hanson v. Kitsap CountyVerdict in favor of Plaintiff on USERRA and WLAD discrimination and retaliation claims.
      Crume v. Bi-Mart CorporationPrevailed on Motion for Summary Judgment on 5 of 6 employment and common law claims and successfully resolved the other claim in a settlement favorable to client
      Worley v. Providence Physician Services CompanyPrevailed on Motion for Summary Judgment
      Chaney v. Providence Health CareJury Verdict for Client on Wrongful Discharge Claim. Successful resolution of FMLA claim. Prevailed on Motion for Summary Judgment on all other claims.
      Washington State Nurses Association v. NLRBRemanded back to ALJ to reinstate decision and award.
      Thompson v. Holy Family HospitalPrevailed on Motion for Summary Judgment in Americans with Disabilities Act case
      Terri Francisco-Farrell v. Local 112 IBEW et al.Jury Verdict for Plaintiff Affirmed on Appeal by Ninth Circuit

      Reviews

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      Review Michael Love

      Mister Michael Love

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      Hired Mister love for an employment discrimination case. He is very knowledgeable and honest. He is very systemic and I appreciated that. I would definitely hire Mister Love again as my lawyer and would recommend him. He is an excellent lawyer.
      This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
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      Five Star Recommendation

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      I had an employment case that I hired Michael Love to represent me in. I searched to find who was the best employment attorney in Eastern Washington. I didn't use the Internet to locate representation, I asked multiple Law firm Office Managers who they would recommend. Michael Love's name kept coming to the surface as being the highest recommended representation that I would be able to find. During my case this proved to be true as his experience, instinct and abilities were tested and not found wanting. Hiring Michael Love was the best decision that I could have made. I appreciated his complete honesty, amazing attention to detail and ability to plan for all contingencies. During trial his experience was invaluable and contributed immensely to the success of my case. I will be eternally grateful to Michael Love and cannot give a higher recommendation or testimony on his behalf.
      This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
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      Disability discrimination

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      I was fired by my federal employer shortly after telling them I had a disability. A government investigator declared that my claim had no merit, but Mr. Love was one of three attorneys who believed otherwise (the other two being Matthew and Ryan). They determined that I had a valid disability discrimination case, and pursued it to a successful conclusion. At all times, Mr. Love kept me informed and answered all my questions. He was respectful, supportive, straight-forward, and helpful in preparing me for the various stages of the process including depositions. I feel extremely lucky to have found Mr. Love.
      This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
      Hired attorney

      Well qualified and experienced

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      Michael Love is a well qualified and experienced employment attorney who thoroughly analyzes and case and provides sound advice to his clients.
      This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
      Consulted attorney

      Experienced employment law expert

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      I highly recommend Mike Love for employment matters and have consulted him a number of times with excellent results. He has an extensive knowledge of employment law , responds promptly to communications, is personable, professional and highly ethical.

      Outstanding Legal Representation

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      Mike Love recently assisted my firm in regard to contract/payment issues for a large building project. His input and advice for the firm proved invaluable. In addition, he was always very responsive to our last minute demands which was greatly appreciated. It is apparent clients' needs are a very high priority with Mike Love. We highly recommend Mike Love.

      Mike Crandell Owner Molly's Family Restaurant

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      Mr. Love has been the attorney for my business for last eight years. During that time he has shown nothing but professionalism and competency in every matter he has handled for my business. Mr. Love drafted a new employee manual that was so well done I received a discount on my Employee Practices Insurance. Also Mr. Love has always been very punctual at responding to all of my phone calls and questions usually within the same day. As a small business owner for over the last 13 years I would highly endorse Mr. Love to ANY small business owner.

      Excellence and experience

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      I have worked both with and against Mike over the years. I find him very knowledgeable, courteous and very aggressive in his representation of his clients. In my opinion he is one of the very best labor employment attorneys in the region and I would never hesitate to recommend him.

      Mike Love - Very Capable

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      In my experience, Mike always comports himself professionally, respectfully and attentively Mike is knowledgeable, self confident (while humble) and his easy manner grows client confidence. He is able to quickly zero-in to the basics and ask the right questions to gain full understanding of the issues. He knows his own limits and knows where to go to get the additional/detailed information he needs to serve his clients. I consider him one of the best legal professionals I have known in my 35 years in business.

      Mike Love, Corporate Attorney

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      Mike Love is our corporate attorney and advises us on employee law and contract law. Mike has a deep breadth of knowledge and case law experience which he brings to every issue we face. His written advice is very thoughtful, specific and pertinent to the case at hand. We feel that Mike takes a personal interest in whatever matter our firm faces. His follow-through is outstanding and he responds swiftly to phone calls and requests for advice. We often have questions that need immediate answers and Mike is always there. We strongly recommend Mike Love.
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      Matthew Mensik, Litigation Attorney on Aug 10, 2020
      Relationship: Worked together on matter

      Mike is very seasoned, very capable trial attorney. Mike and I have been on the same side in cases, and we have also been on opposing sides in cases. In both instances, Mike proved to be an ethical, fair and tenacious advocate for his client. If you want a fighter, and someone that is not afraid to take a case to trial, hire Mike.

      Heather Barden, Employment and labor Attorney on Nov 13, 2019
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      Mike is always professional and considerate to all parties. He is very knowledgeable in the area of employment law and has great trial skills. I endorse this attorney.

      Peter Witherspoon, Employment and labor Attorney on Nov 26, 2014
      Relationship: Worked together on matter

      I have referred several clients to Mike to represent them in employment and labor law matters and I am continually impressed by his knowledge, ethical standards and ability to effectively communicate with and inform clients about complex employment issues. I highly endorse Mike.

      J. Curran, Employment and labor Attorney on Nov 5, 2014
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      Mike has a fine analytical mind and is a good communicator.

      Nick Pontarolo, Employment and labor Attorney on Nov 3, 2014
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      Mike is a competent and professional lawyer. His depth of knowledge knowledge in the fields of employment and labor law is impressive. I highly endorse Mike's work.

      Susan Troppmann, Employment and labor Attorney on Oct 30, 2014
      Relationship: Worked for lawyer

      I endorse this lawyer.

      Michael Maurer, Employment and labor Attorney on Oct 24, 2014
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      Michael is excellent lawyer and very qualified in the employment/labor practice area.

      Kammi Smith, Employment and labor Attorney on Oct 22, 2014
      Relationship: Worked together on matter

      I endorse this lawyer. We worked together on the defense of a case. Mike is very knowledgeable on employment law issues, and has great rapport with his clients.

      Anita Redline, Employment and labor Attorney on Oct 21, 2014
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      When I requested a solution to a complex employment case, Michael Love provided a state supreme court case that was on point. He quickly responded to my inquiry with great accuracy, which is the reason I am endorsing Mr. Love.

      Troy Nelson, Employment and labor Attorney on Oct 21, 2014
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse Mike. I know him to be diligent and knowledgeable.

      Ronald Van Wert, Employment and labor Attorney on Oct 16, 2014
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      Mike is an accomplished and knowledgeable trial lawyer,especially in the area of employment law.

      Michael Franklin, Employment and labor Attorney on Oct 16, 2014
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      Mike is a tremendously skilled, hard-working and devoted advocate for his clients. He combines a superb knowledge of the law with a common sense approach to achieve exceptional results for his clients. It is a pleasure to endorse this lawyer.

      Raymond Clary, Employment and labor Attorney on Oct 15, 2014
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      Mike is an excellent lawyer. He is thoughtful, persuasive, well versed in labor and employment law and committed to his clients.

      Michael McMahon, Employment and labor Attorney on Oct 14, 2014
      Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

      I have known Mike Love for over 20 years, and have worked with and against him in legal disputes, including litigation. He is knowledgeable and capable in the field of labor and employment law. I endorse him and his legal skills without hesitation.

      Scott Gingras, Employment and labor Attorney on Oct 14, 2014
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      Michael is a fantastic lawyer and a terrific advocate for his clients.

      Jessica Allen, Employment and labor Attorney on Oct 14, 2014
      Relationship: Worked together on matter

      Mike is a talented litigator, and he provides excellent service to his clients in the areas of labor and employment. I strongly endorse him.

      William Buckholdt, Employment and labor Attorney on Oct 14, 2014
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I am endorsing Mike because of his knowledge and experience in handling labor and employment matters. From counseling clients to litigating a matter, Mike takes a practical approach to meeting his client's objectives.

      Ryan Best, Litigation Attorney on Oct 13, 2014
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      Mike Love is an excellent litigation lawyer. He has argued and tried many, many matters. His legal knowledge of the employment law is excellent. I have seen him prevail in front of several local Spokane area judges. He had good judgment and character. I highly endorse Michael Love for any litigation or employment litigation matter.

      Thomas Jarrard, Employment and labor Attorney on Oct 13, 2014
      Relationship: Worked together on matter

      I respect this lawyer. I have worked both with and had to oppose Mike Love in employment law matters. He is consummate professional as a colleague and as the opposition. My first-hand experience is that he performs excellently at trial, he is very resilient under pressure, and sharp in response to the unexpected and unfavorable circumstances. This is a testament to his focus and preparation in that case. An unprepared lawyer does not have the faculties to overcome those obstacles in real time. I look forward to working with Mike again.

      Matthew Crotty, Employment and labor Attorney on Oct 13, 2014
      Relationship: Worked together on matter

      I have known Mike for the past seven years and have worked with Mike litigating various state and federal employment discrimination cases, including the ADA, WLAD, and USERRA. During that time, Mike and I tried an employment discrimination jury trial in federal district court. Mike's leadership during the trial, voir dire, and cross examination of key adverse witnesses was second-to-none. In fact, Mike's cross examination of the defense's strongest witness was devastating. I would recommend Mike for any employment related case, plaintiff or defense.

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