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Shawn Timothy Newman

5.0
Rating: 8.9

Licensed for 41 years

Education Lawyer Practice Areas: Education, Constitutional, Business ... +2 more

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Education 40%

42 years

40%
Business 15%

42 years

15%

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Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 41 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 1984

Voluntarily Resigned

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Shawn Timothy Newman's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

44 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 1 of 1 review | Government

Posted by anonymous | January 23, 2008 | Government

Tacoma

Mr. Newman handled two lawsuits brought by a Gig Harbor, WA neighborhood association against the State of Washington where I was one of two people who represented that association's work with Mr. Newman. Mr. Newman successfully took our case on one of these lawsuits to the State Supreme Court where w...e won a decision against the State. Later, I was a board member of non-profit corporation that hired Mr. Newman to run another lawsuit against the State of Washington. In all cases, we were very pleased with his work and how he represented us. His interest in public issues and expertise in this legal area proved to be an asset to us and our cases. Everyone who worked with Mr. Newman felt he represented us in a competent, knowledgable and agressive manner. I would recommend Mr. Newman to anyone with issues involving areas of government. Mr. Newman also represented me personally in several legal situations that did not lead to judicial action but he was most helpful in getting my issues resolved to my complete satisfaction.

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Shawn Timothy Newman's Lawyer Endorsements

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John Kesler

Arbitration lawyer | Jan 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Shawn's combination of legal experience, intelligence, and work ethic make him ideal to serve as arbitrator. He arbitrated an extremely contentious case for me and another local attorney recently and his approach was helpful in ensuring the proceedings were conducted in an efficient manner. Shawn treated both sides fairly and applied the law without prejudice as a good arbitrator should. Shawn was very well prepared at each stage of the proceedings and he got his decision to the parties quickly once the hearing concluded. I highly recommend Shawn as an arbitrator [and attorney]."

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Michael Siegel

Constitutional lawyer | Feb 21

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. We worked together on a number of projects designed to impact public policy and encourage passage of legislation for the public good. We worked on petition drives together including a law designed to require performance audits to assess the waste, fraud and abuse in Washington state government. Shawn was a powerful ally in many of these efforts as a result of his outstanding work and experience as an attorney for the Washington State Senate and for Evergreen State College. I have had the opportunity to meet a number of Shawn's clients over the years, and without exception, this have been satisfied with his going above and beyond any reasonable standard of legal representation expectations to accomplish the best possible result for his clients. Shawn has appeared before the Washington Supreme Court and many believe he would make an excellent Supreme Court Justice. I offer my recommendation of Shawn to anyone seeking legal counsel in his areas of expertise."

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Daniel McGookey

Unknown lawyer | Jul 11

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Shawn is a very thorough and dedicated lawyer. He is tenacious in his defense of homeowners with mortgage issues. I highly recommend him to those struggling for mortgage justice!"

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Richard Walker

Constitutional lawyer | Jan 20

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Of course, his track record speaks for itself--but beyond that, when I approached him in regards to a matter of profound concern, not only to myself but to a number of other lawyers in the community, he gave generously of his time, and I was impressed with his ready knowledge and perspicacity. All in all, a credit to his profession, a servant to worthy causes."

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Ron Meyers

Employment and labor lawyer | Jun 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Shawn is a great lawyer who is not afraid to take a controversial case -- simply because he believes it is the right thing to do. He is a smart, personable and zealous advocate. A great lawyer to have on your side!"

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Adam Karp

Unknown lawyer | May 02

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Shawn brings a refreshingly personable, compassionate quality to diligent, quite capable legal representation. Over the past decade, I have come to know Shawn as a skilled and multifaceted advocate. I endorse his work and refer with confidence."

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Joseph Scuderi

Constitutional lawyer | Mar 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. He is a leader in the State of Washington for promoting civil rights and personal liberty."

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Jonathan Sprouffske

General practice lawyer | Mar 02

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Shawn continually strives to provide a high-quality level of representation for his clients. He is a great asset to the community. I have been privileged to teach courses with Shawn at St. Martin’s University, and am constantly amazed by his dedication to the practice of law."

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Experience

Rating:  8.9 (Excellent)

Speaking Engagements

2014

Thurston County Bar Association

Legal Research and Writing

2010

Lacey Boom! October Forum Luncheon

Employment Law

2009

Radio Free Washington

Washington State Constitution

2009

Mock Trial State Competition

Trial Practice

2009

2009

ANTSHE 12th Annual Conference

Avoiding Legal Pitfalls on the Path to Higher Education: taxes, bankruptcy & creditors

2009

ACLU South Sound/Olympia Chapter

SLAPP Suits: Getting Sued for Speaking Out!

2008

Youth & Government Mock Trial Competition

Trial Practice

2008

TVW Presents "How Does it Work? A Citizens' Guide to Democracy" Ballot Initiatives

Ballot Initiatives

2008

Constitution Day

Constitution

2008

Clarence Darrow: Crimes, Causes and the Courtroom

Clarence Darrow: Crimes, Causes and the Courtroom

2008

Brighter Tomorrows

Special Needs Clients; Special Education; Mental Health

2007

YMCA Mock Trial Competition

Mock Trial Judge

2007

Washington State Initiative & Referendum Symposium

Initiative & Referendum Law

2007

Clarence Darrow & Sir Thomas More

Justice, Morality & Ethics

2006

TCBA Luncheon CLE

SLAPP Suits

2006

Responsible Justice: Balancing Safety with Rehabilitation

Criminal Rehabilitation & Recidivism

2006

Inside Olympia

Initiatives & Referendum

2006

Constitution Day

Fundamental Rights & the "Nanny State"

2005

WSTLA Thurston County Roundtable

SLAPPS: Geting Sued For Speaking Out

2005

Constitution Day

Beyond the Patriot Act

Publications

2007

Trial News Washington State Trial Lawyers State anti-SLAPP law needs overhaul

2004

1983

Notre Dame Journal of Legislation Tuition Tax Credits & Educational Vouchers

1983

Notre Dame Journal of Legislation Taking Federalism on the Road
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