About Paul
Biography
I have been practicing law for 30+ years in a wide variety of areas. These areas include personal injury, insurance defense, municipality litigation, constitutional law matters, professional malpractice and employment law. I also have been a mediator since 2006 and have successfully mediated over 200 cases.
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
25%-40%
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Montana for 33 years
State: Montana
Acquired: 1992
No misconduct found
Licensed in Washington for 39 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 1986
No misconduct found
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Paul L. Kirkpatrick's Reviews
Avvo Review Score
5 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 3 of 3 reviews | Advocacy
Posted by Katy | December 28, 2014 | State, Local And Municipal Law
Highly recommended!
My husband and I recently worked with Paul Kirkpatrick on a case involving the Washington state government. He was very thorough and took time with us whenever we had questions. When we requested updates, he wrote clear, concise letters to the appropriate people and received expedited responses. I...
Posted by Karen | May 20, 2013 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Outstanding Service, Support and Outcome
Paul was always professional in our interactions but at the same time was very personable which made me feel very comfortable. Once he took my case, my stress level regarding my accident was diminished substantially. He worked hard to ensure the best outcome possible for me and continually considere...
Posted by Debra Aslett | May 17, 2013 | Personal Injury
Great Defense Attorney.
I worked with Paul in his capacity as outside defense counsel representing our insured in an auto injury accident case. Paul came highly recommended by a fellow claims professional in Washington for a case I was handling venued in the upper northwest corner of Idaho. Paul did an excellent job iden...
Paul L. Kirkpatrick's Lawyer Endorsements
"Paul is a wealth of wisdom and knowledge. Excellent attorney!"
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse Paul. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"I have had the pleasure to work with Paul on a number of matters over the past few years. He is one of the most thorough attorneys I know. He prepares cases carefully and methodically, looking at them from every angle and building strong legal arguments. He routinely obtains excellent results for his clients. I can recommend Paul without hesitation."
"I worked as an associate for Paul for many years and he was not only a great lawyer, but a great boss as well. He's very knowledgeable and a great litigator, in addition to having a calm and approachable demeanor."
"Paul Kirkpatrick is an extraordinarily talented lawyer and a great mediator.You can't go wrong with this true gentleman.....first class all the way..."
"I have worked with Paul on many matters. He is an excellent lawyer. He is always well prepared and very professional. I recommend him without reservation to anyone who is in need of legal representation."
"Paul is intelligent, practical and well spoken. He has decades of experience with diverse cases, and is client committed."
"Paul is an outstanding lawyer. He does an exceptional job for his clients and I highly recommend him."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Paul since law school and have worked with him on a number of matters over the years. He is an extremely bright, hard working and dedicated lawyer who looks for innovative solutions to legal problems."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Paul on cases and have also been opposing counsel. Paul is an excellent lawyer. I highly recommend him."
"I endorse Paul to anyone looking for quality representation in the area of mediation or litigation. I worked with him in the past, and was impressed with his legal knowledge and experience, as well as his personable behavior."
"I endorse this lawyer. Paul has been successful in resolving every case I have taken to him as a mediator. These results are directly attributable to Paul's skill and credibility with the respective parties and their counsel."
"In addition to being an experience litigator, Paul also has committed himself to being an effective mediator. He has mediated a difficult case on behalf of one of my clients, and did a professional and effective job in bringing the matter to a resolution."
"I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. Paul is a contentious, ethical and hard working attorney. He is skilled as both a litigator and as a mediator."
"Paul is an experienced attorney and mediator. His ability to manage both the "big picture" and the critical details in a case make him an outstanding advocate and counselor to his clients."
"Paul is a tireless advocate for his clients. His experience in and knowledge of many areas of the law makes him an outstanding attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Mr. Kirkpatrick is an exceptional attorney and I would highly recommend him."
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Experience
Honors
2011
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
1988 - Present
Partner, Kirkpatrick & Startzel, PS
Associations
Member
Sample of Legal Cases
Successfully defended against ins. coverage claim
Education
1986
JD - Juris Doctor
1982
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2010
Avoiding malpractice claims
Publications
1986
Activity
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