Peter Samuel Holmes

Peter Samuel Holmes

also known as Pete Holmes

5.0
Rating: 8.6

Licensed for 41 years

Chapter 11 bankruptcy Lawyer Practice Areas: Chapter 11 Bankruptcy, Litigation
This attorney is currently not accepting new clients.
Reason: Government Attorney

About Peter

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Chapter 11 Bankruptcy 50%

Primarily representing institutional creditors; Certified Business Bankruptcy Specialist, American Bankruptcy Board of Certification

29 years

50%
Litigation 50%

Complex commercial civil litigation

39 years

50%

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Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 39 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 1986

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Ohio for 41 years

State: Ohio

Acquired: 1984

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

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Peter Samuel Holmes's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

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Posted by anonymous | October 09, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Landlord & Tenant

Tacoma house!

In 1996 I contacted Attorney Pete Holmes to represent me in a very stress causing case. The roof on the house that I rented to own was leaking all over, causing my Son and I to have to live with buckets all around the house to catch the water. The landlord, a Real estate company in Lynwood, WA did no...t want to repair the roof, spreading blue tarps across roof areas, by pounding nails into 2 by 4's to hold them down, causing the tarps to trap the rain water even more and finally having the roof collapse under the weight in the dining room area. I not only had to remove ourselves and pets to safety and stay@ a friend's place, but also had the city of Tacoma declare the place inhabitable, and not safe anymore to enter. We had to move and find a new place to live within 48 hours, causing us big financial distress. Mr. Holmes was able to resolve the case to my full satisfaction and got me my already invested money from 6 months back plus expenses. He was always professional and kind and caring and fair. A true gentleman and great lawyer. The city of Seattle is a better because of him .Thank You.

Posted by Bill | October 08, 2017 | Criminal Defense

The leader of our Prosecuters seeks justice ahead of convictions.

City Attorney Peter Holmes went beyond the call of duty for the Seattle City Attorney, to ensure that justice was served in my son's case involving the State of Washington and the State of Colorado. After reviewing his case and seeing the injustice, Mr. Holmes negotiated with the prosecutor of the S...tate of Colorado for months, and corrected an injustice that could have cost my son as much as 16 years of his life for possession of an empty bag assumed to have had a trace of illegal substance.

Posted by anonymous | May 09, 2014 | Business

banking

Pter was very helpful in a case that without his help would have been devestating to our business. I would highly recommend Pter!

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Peter Samuel Holmes's Lawyer Endorsements

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Sumeer Singla

Government lawyer | Oct 08

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer. Pete is one of the most ethical and competent attorneys I know. I am proud to have him as Seattle's City Attorney."

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Shelly Crocker

Chapter 11 bankruptcy lawyer | Apr 17

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Pete is a great lawyer. He is thorough and careful on every case, and always conscientious and strategic. He is passionate about getting a great result for his clients. He is always courteous and ethical. Pete's ability to analyze and prosecute cases is unparalleled. I am proud to recommend him."

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John Rizzardi

Litigation lawyer | Jan 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Peter for many years as a dedicated, tireless and astute litigator and strategist. His integrity is unquestionable and I can count on him if I need his ideas or input. He enjoys an excellant reputation in our community, as is demonstrated by his election as Seattle City Attorney. Voters have not been disappointed and I personally look forward to Pete's next re-election."

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John Rizzardi

Chapter 11 bankruptcy lawyer

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Francis Van Dusen

Employment and labor lawyer

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Lisa Daugaard

Criminal defense lawyer

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John Mckay

Government lawyer

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Darby DuComb

Government lawyer

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John Schochet

Government lawyer

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Shelly Crocker

Chapter 11 bankruptcy lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.6 (Excellent)

Honors

2017

Contribution to Oversight, National Association for Civilian Oversight of Law Enforcement

2012

Golden Door, Northwest Immigrant Rights Project

2012

Ancil Payne Civic Leader of the Year, Washington Cease Fire

1998

AV Preeminent, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

2009 - Present

City Attorney, Seattle City Attorney's Office

2009 - 2009

Of Counsel, Crocker Kuno, PLLC

2002 - 2008

Chair, Office of Professional Accountability Review Board

1992 - 2001

Partner, Miller Nash LLP

Associations

2015 - Present

Law Enforcement Leaders to Reduce Crime & Incarceration

Founding Member

2014 - Present

Prosecutors Against Gun Violence

Founding Member

2002 - Present

National Association for Civilian Oversight of Law Enforcement

Member

1986 - Present

Washington State Bar Association

Member

1986 - Present

King County Bar Association

Member

2011 - 2012

New Approach Washington

Initiative 502 Sponsor

Sample of Legal Cases

City of Seattle v. McKenna, No. 84483-6 (Wash. S. Ct. 2011)

Though holding that State AG lacked common law powers, petition denied without Governor's joinder.

Rifino v. United States, 245 F.3d 1083 (9th Cir. 2001)

District Court decision overruling grant of student loan hardship discharge affirmed in pro bono appeal.

Bassett v. Am. Gen. Fin., Inc. (In re Bassett), 255 B.R. 747, 760 (B.A.P. 9th Cir.2000), reversed, 285 F3d 882 (9th Cir. 2001)

Reversed by 9th Circuit Court of Appeals

Reliance Ins. Co. v. U.S. Bank of Washington, N.A., 143 F.3d 502 (9th Cir. 1998), cert denied, __U.S.__ (1999)

Successful appeal in favor of lender.

IN RE F.D. PROCESSING, 119 Wn.2d 452, P.2d 1303 (1992)

Client National Banking Association's Article 9 security interest prevailed.

McGee Steel Co. v. State for Use and Benefit of McDonald Industries Alaska, Inc.,723 P.2d 611 (Alaska 1986)

Summary judgment remanded for determination of damages.

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Education

2014

Harvard Kennedy School of Government

Executive Education

2006

Leadership Tomorrow

Certificate

1984

University of Virginia

JD - Juris Doctor

1978

Yale University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2013

International Conference on the Legalization of Cannabis

Cannabis Legalization

2013

Annual International Drug Policy Reform Drug Policy Reform

2012

Northwest Now Marijuana Reform

2011

Drug Reform Conference Marijuana Reform

2011

2011 Annual Conference, Coeur d'Alene ID Medical Cannabis Regulation

Publications

2017

2016 Annual Report Seattle City Attorney's Office

2016

2015 Annual Report Seattle City Attorney's Office

2015

2014 Annual Report Seattle City Attorney's Office

2014

2014

2013 Annual Report Seattle City Attorney's Office

2013

2012 Annual Report Seattle City Attorney's Office

2012

2011 Annual Report Seattle City Attorney's Office

2011

2010 Annual Report Seattle City Attorney's Office
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