Timothy B. Fennessy

Timothy B. Fennessy

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 42 years

Litigation Lawyer at Spokane, WA
Practice Areas: Litigation, Insurance, Business, Employment & Labor

601 South Division Street, Spokane, WA

About Timothy

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Litigation 50%

My trial work has evolved over the years, from some property disputes and family law matters early on, to primarily complex business litigation, construction disputes, trust and estate administration issues and some significant personal injury or professional negligence cases.

42 years

50%
Business 20%

From initial decisions about what business entity is most likely to fit your personal and company goals through registration and succession planning, I can help you identify the issues that must be addressed by your business plan.

29 years

20%
Insurance 20%

Cases have involved primarily Plaintiff's seeking payment of insurance benefits as a result of someone else's negligence--car wreck, professional negligence or other tort. Likewise, I have assisted clients in obtaining insurance benefits from their own insurance carrier following initial denial of benefits.

41 years

20%
Employment and Labor 10%

I have been counsel in several cases regarding wrongful termination or non-compete clauses in employment contracts. Both for the employer enforcing the clause and for the employee in resisting or limiting enforcement.

26 years

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Contingency

25%-45%


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Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 42 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 1983

Active

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Location

Layman Law Firm, PLLP

601 South Division Street, Spokane, WA, 99202-1335

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Timothy B. Fennessy's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

3 Client Reviews

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Posted by Tod | July 2, 2013

Mr. Timothy Fennessy of Layman Law Firm

Mr. Fennessy, and his team of professionals orchestrated an outstanding trial. Mr. Fennessy was retained just a few short months before my court date. I was impressed in how fast they preformed the work that was left to do and how fast they brought themselves up to speed on the work that had been ong...oing over the last couple of years. I know that it took several late hours with work on the weekends to prepare. Mr. Fennessy delivered a 100% win with all countersuits dismissed. I will recommend Mr. Fennessy to anyone needing legal counsel. Thank you for bringing this ongoing suit to a very favorable close.

Posted by Ralph | November 2, 2012

Tim Fennessy held in the highest regard by client

Tim is extremely knowledgeable about the law, and worked hard on our case to educate himself in areas that he was unfamiliar with. His communication was excellent, keeping us informed every step of the way. Any questions we had were answered respectfully and thoroughly. Tim is the epitome of the "...attorney whose brain never rests". He is full of integrity, he is very detail-oriented, and very level-headed emotionally. I would not hesitate to recommend Tim for any legal matter that he feels he is competent and qualified to take on.

Posted by Joel | September 15, 2009

Tim Fennessy Review - Excellent Attorney - Good common sense and clear communication

Mr. Fennessy handled a construction law/contract case for my family a few years ago that had caused us a lot of stress and aggravation for over a year. He resolved the issues in a professional and practical manner. He provided excellent counsel as well as a positive long-term outcome. I have also c...onsulted with Mr. Fennessy in the past on business matters regarding my company (a closely held business with over 90 employees) and he has provided insightful and practical advise. I would highly recommend Tim Fennessy as an attorney for any area of law he currently practices. He did an excellent job researching the issues regarding my case and had a clear understanding of all the facets involved, which allowed us to have a practical resolution to a frustrating situation that we could live with. He is not afraid of hard work or taking on a difficult case. He has a common sense approach and is ready to stand up for his client when confronted with a difficult opposing counsel.

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Timothy B. Fennessy's Lawyer Endorsements

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Ryan McNeice

Litigation lawyer | Nov 16

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have had the opportunity to work with Mr. Fennessy as opposing counsel on a recent matter; on a professional board; and have attended a CLE where Mr. Fennessy was the speaker. Tim is an innovative and knowledgeable attorney and is consistently professional in all matters. I have sincerely enjoyed working with Tim."

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Joseph Blumel

Litigation lawyer | Dec 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Tim for more than 20 years and he is one of the best trial lawyers in our community. Tim is known for going the distance for his clients. I have and will continue to use Tim as a referral source."

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Ashley Richards

Litigation lawyer | May 01

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Tim is an excellent attorney, and a wonderful asset to our litigation team. He works very hard and produces exceptional results for his clients. I highly endorce Tim should you ever need legal representation."

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John Layman

Commercial real estate lawyer | Nov 17

Relationship: Co-worker

"Tim is a very professional and outstanding lawyer. He is an experienced trial lawyer and commercial lawyer. He provides his clients with sound practical assistance."

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Wesley Mortensen

Litigation lawyer | Oct 22

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer's work."

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John Black

Litigation lawyer | Sep 28

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer's work."

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Kevin Roberts

Litigation lawyer | Sep 02

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer's work."

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Nicholas Kovarik

Litigation lawyer | Sep 02

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer's work."

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Michael Tucker

Litigation lawyer | Sep 02

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer's work."

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Ryan McNeice

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Joseph Blumel

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Kenneth Kato

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John Layman

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John Layman

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Patti Foster

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Bradley Crockett

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J.J. Thompson

Personal injury lawyer

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John Black

Construction and development lawyer

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Wesley Mortensen

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Kevin Roberts

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2015

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2014

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2013

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2012

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2011

Top Lawyer's of 2011, Spokane Coeur d'Alene Living Magazine

2011

Super Lawyer, Washington Law & Politics Magazine

2010

Spokane's Top Lawyers 2010, Spokane Coeur d'Alene Living Magazine

2009

Spokane's Top Lawyers 2009, Spokane Coeur D'Alene Living Magazine

2008

Spokane's Top 100 Lawyers, Coeur d'Alene/Spokane Living Magazine

1980

Presidential Scholarship, Gonzaga University School of Law

Work Experience

2010 - Present

Attorney, Layman Law Firm, PLLP

2006 - 2010

Principal, Dunn & Black, P.S.

2000 - 2006

Shareholder, Eymann Allison Fennessy Hunter Jones, P.S.

1995 - 2000

Partner, Layman, Layman & Fennessy

1985 - 1995

Associate, D. E. McKelvey, Jr., P.S.

Associations

2009 - Present

Gonzaga School of Law, Alumni Association

Executive Committee

2007 - Present

Associated General Contractors

Member

2007 - Present

Associated Builders and Contractors

Member

2005 - Present

Gonzaga University School of Law Board of Advisors

Member

1986 - Present

Washington State Trial Lawyers Association

Member

1983 - Present

Spokane County Bar Association

Member

1983 - Present

Washington State Bar Association

Member

2002 - 2006

Trial Lawyers for Public Justice

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Burchfiel, et ux v. The Boeing Corp., et. al.

Appellate Court re-instated jury verdict.

Coffield v. State of Washington Dept. of Transportation

Plaintiff verdict in excess of $725,000

Bernard Baxley v. Empire Health Services d/b/a Deaconess Medical Center

Binding Arbitration (Confidential)

Tincani v. Walk in the Wild Zoo

Plaintiff's verdict with some comparitive fault

Steele v. Kootenai Medical Center

Confidential Settlement

Steele v. Kootenai Medical Center

Trial Court's dismissal was reversed.

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Education

1983

Gonzaga University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1979

Gonzaga University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2010

Mechanics of Washington Civil Procedure

Overview of the Court System and Discovery

2009

Fundamentals of Employment Law

Sexual, Racial and Other Harassment in the Workplace

2009

Evidence and Expert Testimony Best Practices

Ethics, Evidence & Experts; Evidence, Experts & Hearsay

2009

Employment Law Update

Employment Arbitration and Mediation Agreements: Mandatory vs. Voluntary

2007

Employment Law Update in Washington

Hot Topics: The Latest Interpretations of Current Employment Law

2007

December Ethics Seminar

Chairperson and Moderator

2006

Recent Developments in Employment Law

Privacy in the Workplace and Conducting an Internal Investigation

2006

Recent Developments in Employment Law

Immigration and Employment Law

2006

Annual Insurance Law Seminar

Insurance Bad Faith

1996

Trial of the Case

Plaintiff's Perspective

1995

Premises Liability: Preparation and Trial in WA.

Ethics, Proof Problems & Practical Pointers

1994

Essentials of Evidence

Use of Documentary Evidence

1994

Annual Tort Law Update

Update Professional Liability

1993

Essentials of Evidence

Evidence

Publications

2009

Sterling Education Services, Inc. Employment Arbitration and Mediation Agreements

2006

Plaintiff's Personal Injury: Practice Tips and Application Statutes Which Affect Liability Evaluation

Languages

English

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