Daniel Cairns

Daniel Cairns

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Rating: 9.9

Licensed for 10 years

Workers compensation Lawyer Practice Areas: Workers Compensation

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Licensed in Washington for 10 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 2015

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Daniel Cairns's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

10 Client Reviews

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Posted by Lance | January 11, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Corporate & Incorporation

Business guidance

Daniel is my go-to for legal help and did a fantastic job guiding me through the business structure questions and solutions I need for my small creative agency.

Posted by Leah | December 01, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor

Grateful

Daniel has the amazing gift of listening and making you feel heard and important. I am so great full for Daniel’s attention to detail, to his understanding of the legal process, and his expertise in employment law. I had to go through some pretty emotional and despairing times but he was able to list...en but gently redirect when needed and keep me focused on the legal issues. He answered all of my questions, educated me when needed, and truly took the time to ensure that I understood every step and decision that I needed to make. I ALWAYS felt protected and was secure in the fact that he was on my side and had my best interest at heart. I am forever grateful.

Posted by Kai | July 09, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor

Great Attorney / Successful Outcome

We are a family that needed legal help to get one of us out of a very abusive work environment. It was a very complicated set of circumstances to navigate a way out of, so we asked extended family if they knew of a good lawyer. We met Daniel Cairns from an attorney recommendation that led us through... several other employment lawyers before finally connecting directly with Daniel. That vetting process was lengthy and frustrating but allowed us to briefly engage with dozens of lawyers, and it was educational for us to speak with so many attorneys. During this time we were detecting an intake pattern by the majority of attorney’s we interviewed that appeared to have a deflective nature to it. Although we had well documented evidence, organized and updated, and even chronologically classified, no one seemed to want take our case. Needless to say this process left us exhausted and feeling hopeless. ..Then we met Daniel. Daniel seemed to be the only attorney willing to listen. In today’s day and age of “Being Heard”, ironically no one is willing to listen. This is Daniel’s greatest strength we feel, and from this strength comes organization, strategy, legal intelligence, and most of all- kind hearted counseling. When someone is in a bad situation with an employer, what would and could help the most is ‘wise counsel ‘, and that’s what we got from Daniel. Daniel has an excellent balance of extremely intellectual legal skills, combined with old world care and consideration. He is a true gentleman with fierce lawful applications to protect the innocent when they need legal protecting. I recommend his 5 star professional services any day of the week, and enjoy having made a friend in him along way. Daniel Cairns is truly a great guy willing to fight for us in ways we can’t for ourselves. Thanks Daniel!!

Posted by Bridgette | January 13, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Discrimination

Advocating against Seattle Colleges a State Institution

Daniel was not afraid to represent me in the many years that I was racially discriminated by a state institution Seattle Colleges-Seattle Vocational Institute. Other attorneys appeared to be fearful to file a case against the state. Thank you Daniel for standing up for justice.

Posted by Gideon Sylvan | January 25, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor

Sharp and industrious

We hired Daniel Cairns to help structure an intricate employment contract. I was impressed with how well he listened/understood the nuances of our situation, how fast he delivered when we were ready, and how he even caught typos and inconsistencies from our previous attorneys. When I had a last minut...e question the night before, he was fast to respond with his availability and we were able to connect in time. 5-star experience through and through.

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Daniel Cairns's Lawyer Endorsements

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James Bingham

Employment and labor lawyer | Nov 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Since I do not specialize in employment law, I frequently ask Daniel questions when employment issues come up in my cases. He is extremely knowledgeable and is always able to find the correct answer."

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Gregory Wolk

Employment and labor lawyer | Oct 11

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have known Daniel for almost a year and we are currently working on a wage and hour case together. Daniel is very smart, knows the law, and cares about his clients. I recommend him and happily refer potential clients to him."

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Christopher Reed

Employment and labor lawyer | Jun 23

Relationship: Friend

"Daniel is driven, detail oriented, and an excellent advocate."

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Matthew Ennis

Employment and labor lawyer | Oct 06

Relationship: Friend

"Dan is a longtime friend and committed advocate for clients. I recommend him."

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Michael Kittleson

Employment and labor lawyer | Aug 25

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Christopher Stockwell

Employment and labor lawyer | Jun 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Dan practices labor and employment law, but so much more importantly, Dan cares about labor and employment law, and workers' rights in general. His passion is his work, and his work is his passion."

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Gregory Pyle

Employment and labor lawyer | Mar 01

Relationship: Co-worker

"I whole heartedly endorse Dan. He is a very conscientious, detail oriented professional who represents his clients with integrity."

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James Bingham

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Gregory Wolk

Employment and labor lawyer

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Matthew Ennis

Employment and labor lawyer

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Michael Kittleson

Litigation lawyer

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Christopher Stockwell

Employment and labor lawyer

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Experience

Rating:  9.9 (Superb)

Honors

2022

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2015

Best Graduate Paper, Harry Bridges Center for Labor Studies

2015

SBA Student Service Award, University of Washington School of Law

2015

Pro Bono Honors, University of Washington School of Law

2015

Jury Paper Award, University of Washington School of Law

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Labor and Employment Relations Association Scholarship, Labor and Employment Relations Association

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Samuel B. Bassett Scholarship in Labor Relations, Harry Bridges Center for Labor Studies

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Helen M. Geisness Scholarship, University of Washington School of Law

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Marjorie M. Jones Law Scholarship, University of Washington School of Law

Work Experience

2022 - Present

Industrial Appeals Judge, Board Of Industrial Insurance Appeals

2020 - 2024

Managing Member, Vashon Law Firm

2018 - 2020

Associate Attorney, Rekhi & Wolk, P.S.

2016 - 2019

Attorney, Kittleson Cairns

2015 - 2016

Associate Attorney, Robblee Detwiler & Black PLLP

2014 - 2015

Judicial Extern, King County Superior Court

2014 - 2014

Legal Unit Intern, Equal Employment Opportunity Commission

2012 - 2014

Legal Intern, Law Office Of William D. Hochberg

Associations

2018 - Present

Washington International Law Journal

Board of Directors

2020 - 2024

Vashon Household

Board Member

2015 - 2016

Washington International Law Journal

Board of Directors

2014 - 2019

Razor Clam Society

Board of Directors

2012 - 2022

Washington State Association for Justice

Education

2015

University of Washington School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2010

University of Chicago

MA - Masters

2007

University of Puget Sound

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2017

The Life of an Attorney: What It’s Really Like to Practice Law

Legal Careers

2017

Labor Careers Panel

Labor and Employment Law

2017

Introduction to Labor Studies

Careers in Labor Law

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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