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Richard has represented injured people for thirty years in Spokane, Washington. Richard has tried cases throughout Eastern Washington and represented injured people in several western states, including Idaho, Montana, California, Wyoming, Oregon and Arizona.
Richard's experience is extensive, representing injured people in automobile and trucking accidents, aviation crashes, medical negligence and claims involving property defects. His cases include an emphasis on injuries to children, brain injuries, burn injuries, amputations and wrongful death cases. These successful representations include million dollar recoveries.
Richard has served for many years as a member of the Board of Governors of the Washington State Trial Lawyers Association, the American Association for Justice and the invitation only Association of Attorneys for Injured Victims. Richard is regarded as one of the bestplaintiff's lawyers in the Spokane area. His clients receive the level of representation an injured person deserves.
Richard is often asked to speak at legal seminars to share his experience and insights on topics related to the representation of injured people.
Richard attended Whitworth College in Spokane, Washington, graduating with majors in both economics and history. He graduated from Gonzaga University Law School with honors in 1978, where he was a member of the Law Review. Hemovich, Smith & Nappi (a specialized trial practice firm) hired Richard, where he worked until 1981, when he was asked to join Humphries & Patterson. He has been a partner there since 1981, handling a wide variety of personal injury cases, including severely injured children. Richard is frequently appointed by the court as a settlement guardian ad litem to represent the interests of injured children.
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421 W Riverside Ave, Suite 512, Spokane, WA, 99201
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Posted by Carol | October 30, 2020 | Hired Attorney
Richard resolved my case resulting from a car accident and he did a fantastic job. He kept me informed every step of the way; consulted with me at every juncture and got an excellent settlement for me. I would highly recommend him to anyone who needs help.
Posted by anonymous | May 1, 2019 | Hired Attorney
The day I met Richard I was surrounded by a team of friends who were there to help me navigate finding the best attorney to represent my dire situation. It was overwhelming, my daughter had just been killed by a drunk driver and I had no idea where to even start, I only knew it was imperative to find...
Posted by Michelle & Wayne | April 13, 2017 | Hired Attorney
We chose Mr. Lewis because he was voted the best personal injury attorney BY HIS PEERS. He is articulate, honest, kind, and explained each step of the process. When we had questions he would respond quickly, either by phone or email, and even text messages sometimes. We could NOT have made it thr...
Posted by Heather | November 20, 2014
I never thought I would have to use legal services and was very scared but Richard Lewis was an amazing, attentive lawyer for me in my time of need. I can not thank him enough for helping me negotiate my case with Safeco Insurance. I was in a car accident in July 2013. There was not fault on my ...
Posted by shelbie | October 1, 2014
Richard assisted me with a claim against my insurance, the day I hired him it was like a weight was lifted from my shoulders. He did a great job collecting the data and presenting my case. I am very pleased with all Richard all he and Frank did. If I have the opportuntiy I will refer people his direc...
"Rich is an excellent lawyer. The degree of preparation he brings to every court proceeding impresses me a great deal. He leaves no stone unturned in pursuing his clients' interests, thoroughly explores the legal issues they face, and is straightforward about his assessments of their claims. His professionalism is beyond reproach. I would recommend Rich to anyone."
"I endorse this lawyer' s work. Rich is very experienced and a very good lawyer. I have had cases with him and against him. I am impressed with his knowledge and expertise. I highly recommend Rich as a personal injury attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Very organized. Excellent in court. Willing to go to bat for his clients even at great risk of a defense verdict. Cordial, with very good communication skills with his clients. Tireless legal researcher and investigator."
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2020
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2020
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2011
Spokane's Best Lawyers, Spokane Coeur d' Alene Living Magazine
2010
Best Lawyers in Spokane, Spokane Coeur d'Alene Living Magazine
2009
Spokane's Best Personal Injury Lawyers, Spokane Magazine
2008
Insurance Fair Conduct Act Award, Washington State Trial Lawyers Association
2008
Spokane's Best Personal Injury Lawyers, Spokane Magazine
2013 - Present
Lawyer, Richard Lewis P.S.
1981 - Present
Partner, Humphries Patterson Lewis
1978 - 1981
Attorney, Hemovich & Nappi
2009 - Present
Washington State Association for JusticeEagle Member
2005 - 2008
Washington State Trial Lawyers AssociationExecutive Committee
2004 - 2008
Washington State Trial Lawyers AssociationBoard of Governor
1996 - 2008
American Association of JusticeMember
1978
JD - Juris Doctor W/ Honors
1972
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2019
Trial Advocacy
2007
Ethics in Subrogation
2006
Uninsured and Underinsured motorist claims
2005
Uninsured Auto Claims
2005
Ethics
1998
Jury Bias
English
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