John Randall Layman

John Randall Layman

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 42 years

Car accident Lawyer at Spokane, WA
Practice Areas: Car Accidents, Personal Injury, Brain Injury

601 South Division Street, Spokane, WA

About John

Biography

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes

Contingency

33%-40%


Payment Methods

  • Check

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Licenses

Licensed in Idaho for 22 years

State: Idaho

Acquired: 2003

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Washington for 42 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 1983

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Layman Law Firm, PLLP

601 South Division Street, Spokane, WA, 99202

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Posted by Roberta | March 30, 2011 | Ethics & Professional Responsibility

an outstanding attorney

John represented me in a legal malpractice suit regarding a trust account. He took over when my previous attoney died, and he was up to speed in no time at all. He was very professional, and cares very much for his clients.

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John Randall Layman's Lawyer Endorsements

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Lina Stillman

Brain injury lawyer | Nov 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I am proud to endorse John Layman as an attorney. He is careful and thoughtful. he always does her best to help her clients. He is creative and always strives to improve his practice. If you are looking for a highly qualified, intelligent and compassionate attorney, then John is the way to go! He will treat you with respect and courtesy. A true humanitarian and one of the most compassionate people I have ever met. There is true passion and concern that comes from him and it automatically puts you at ease regardless of the circumstance. I highly recommend John to anyone who has gone through a catastrophic accident or a loved one who has in need of great representation."

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Russell Goodrow

Brain injury lawyer | Oct 16

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"John's ability to analyze a case and develop a case plan is like none other I have seen in my 12 years as a lawyer. John serves to help humans fight for justice against the powerful entities in our society. This is a lawyer I heartily endorse."

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Lucas Watson

Personal injury lawyer | Oct 15

Relationship: Friend

"A mentor, friend, and teacher. A model for all lawyers to follow."

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Michael Waddington

Personal injury lawyer | Jun 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse John. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Brandon Feldman

Personal injury lawyer | Feb 28

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"John is a tremendous advocate for his clients. I worked with him on several technical product liability cases and his ability to navigate the complexity of those matters was an asset to the case resulting in a successful outcome. I would trust John with all personal injury cases as his skill and leadership are without question."

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Nikalous Armitage

Brain injury lawyer | Feb 27

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"You'd be hard pressed to find a more passionate and skilled advocate than John Layman. Whether you need representation in a case involving a traumatic brain injury or complex business matters, John is your man."

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Timothy Fennessy

Personal injury lawyer | Nov 17

Relationship: Co-worker

"John is a sharp businessman, who has a strong understanding of the difficulties that come from being injured by someone else's negligence. His compassion and tough competitive nature are not commonly found together, but make him an excellent advocate and formidable trial lawyer."

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J.J. Thompson

Brain injury lawyer | Nov 16

Relationship: Co-worker

"I strongly endorse John. John is a compassionate advocate and hardened litigator. Having worked with John on cases since 2006, I have witnessed fist hand how his extensive experience and knowledge of the complexities of a traumatic brain injury allow him to achieve successful results for his clients time and time again. John is respected by opposing counsel from Seattle to Spokane for a reason – a respect that undoubtedly benefits his clients."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2026

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2013

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, American Trial Lawyers Association

2012

Best Attorneys in Washington, Best Lawyers

2011

Top Lawyer, Annual Guide to Commercial Litigation

2011

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, American Trial Lawyers Association

2011

Best Lawyers in Spokane, Spokane Coeur d'Alene Living Magazine

2011

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2010

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, American Trial Lawyers Association

2010

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2010

Top 100 Trial Lawyers in America, The National Trial Lawyers

2010

Recognized, Washington Super Lawyers

2009

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2009

Recognized, Washington Super Lawyers

2008

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2008

Recognized, Washington Super Lawyers

2007

Recognized, Washington Super Lawyers

2007

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

Work Experience

1983 - Present

Partner, Layman Law Firm, PLLP

Associations

2011 - Present

Life Chiropractic College West

Board of Regents

1986 - Present

Washington State Association for Justice

Eagle Member

1983 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

1983 - Present

Spokane County Bar Association

Member

1983 - Present

Washington State Bar Association

Member

1983 - Present

American Association for Justice

Member

Brain Injury Association of Eastern Washington

Past President

INHS Foundation

President

St. Luke's Rehabilitation Hospital

Past President

Valley Hospital Foundation

Past Board of Directors

Sample of Legal Cases

Traumatic Brain Injury

Verdict for Plaintiff

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Education

1983

Gonzaga University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1980

Washington State University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2013

11th Annual NABIS Legal Conference The Unconscious Mind and Traumatic Brain Injury

2011

Washington State Association for Justice

What's on the Horizon for Proving Traumatic Brain Injuries

2007

Washington State Bar Association

The Financial Crisis - Current Situation and the Legislative Response

2006

National Business Institute

Plaintiff's Personal Injury Practice Tips

2006

Handling The Traumatic Brain Injury Case

Traumatic Brain Injury

2004

Brain Injury Association of Washington

Handling the Traumatic Brain Injury Case: Direct Examination of Plaintiff's Neuropsychologist

2002

Washington State Bar Association

Tort Damages: Objective Evidence is Hard to Come By

2002

Brain Injury Association of Washington

Handling the Traumatic Brain Injury Case: The Chiropractor’s Role

2000

Brain Injury Association of Washington

Closed Head Injuries

1994

Brain Injury Association of Washington

Handling the Traumatic Brain Injury Case Speaker: Identifying and Assembling the Post Concussion Syndrome Case

N/A

Washington State Trial Lawyers Association

Common Problems with Post-Concussion Syndrome Cases

N/A

Washington State Trial Lawyers Association

Defense Tactics in Post-Concussion Syndrome Cases

N/A

Washington State Trial Lawyers Association

Handling the Head Injury

N/A

Spokane County Bar Association

All You Need to Know About Head Injury Cases

N/A

Brain Injury Association of Washington

12th Annual Conference for Attorneys Winning Brain Injury Cases: Legal and Medical

Publications

2007

CLE Materials The Financial Crisis: Current Situation and the Legislative Response

2006

CLE Materials Plaintiff's Personal Injury Practice Tips

2006

CLE Materials Traumatic Brain Injury

Languages

English

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