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SCB has more than 90 years of experience in litigation. More than half of our firm's attorneys are trial lawyers with extensive experience in all facets of civil litigation. Our clients' problems determine the subjects of our litigation .
Our trial attorneys have appeared in all levels of our state and federal court system, every county in Washington, and in multiple Western States. Half of our litigation partners were selected by their peers as among the best civil litigators in Washington.
We work in the following areas:
LitigationWe represent clients in litigation over non-competition agreements, non-solicitation agreements, non-raiding agreements, license agreements and disclosure of trade secrets.
Unfair Trade Practices
Our attorneys assist clients in resolving unfair trade practice claims including antitrust, trademark, commercial disparagement and interference with business relationships.
Fraudulent Practices
Our attorneys litigate anti-fraud claims including Consumer Protection Act, RICO, corporate oppression, franchise and securities claims.
Contract Disputes
We handle major contract disputes including commercial lease claims, real estate development disputes and partnership divisions.
Defense of Employment Claims
We aggressively defend our clients in a variety of employment related litigation, including claims of wrongful discharge, wage and hour violations, quasi-contract, discrimination and breach of contract.
Environmental Law
Working with lawyers from other sections, we litigate claims regarding hazardous substances and natural resource allocation.
Problems in the Workplace
Our attorneys analyze and respond to workplace employment problems, including sexual harassment claims, requests for accommodation of disability, workplace violence, and termination decisions.
Competition by Former Employees
We evaluate and respond to business threats, including departure of employees with knowledge of trade secrets, competition by former employees, and raiding by former employees or competitors.
Unfair Trade Practices
Our attorneys investigate and respond to unfair business practices including interference with contract relationships, unauthorized use of trademarks, commercial disparagement, modification or termination of key business agreements.
Commercial Litigation Attorneys
Paul Dayton, chair