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ADOPTION The procedures and requirements to establish a legal parent-child relationship between adults and orphaned children or children who do not have a biological parent-child relationship.

Mark Iverson, 10 Gonzaga University School of Law Mark R. Iverson, P.S. Adoption & Guardianship Legal Services www.adoptionwa.com

APPEALS The application of rules and procedures for challenging an adverse final judgment of an administrative agency or a lower court.

Thomas Jarrard, 10 Gonzaga University School of Law Law Office of Thomas G. Jarrard http://servicememberlaw.com

BANKINGThe regulation of banks, bank officials, and banking services.

Jody McCormick, 10 University of Montana School of Law Witherspoon Kelley www.witherspoonkelley.com

BANKRUPTCY & DEBTGuidance for debtors who may be individuals, businesses, or municipalities and who are insolvent and unable to pay creditors.

Thomas Bassett, 10 Gonzaga University School of Law K&L Gates www.klgates.com

Jeremy Davidson, 10 Seattle University School of LawDavidson Backman Medeiros, PLLC www.dbm-law.net Barry Davidson, 10 Gonzaga University School of Law Davidson Backman Medeiros PLLC www.dbm-law.net David Eash, 9.8 Gonzaga University School of LawEwing Anderson, P.S. Attorneys At Lawwww.ewinganderson.com Elizabeth McBride, 9.9 Gonzaga University School of Law McBride Law Officewww.lisamcbride.com Michael Paukert, 10 Gonzaga University School of Law Paukert & Troppmann PLLC www.paukertlawgroup.com

BUSINESSA cross-section of legal areas that apply to businesses’ formations and life cycles. April Anderson, 10 Gonzaga University School of Law Workland & Witherspoon, PLLC http://workwith.com

In a celebration of the greatest legal minds in the Spokane area, we are pleased to reveal the Top Lawyer 2015 list. Lawyers serve a great role in our lives, and here in Spokane we are proud of the great lawyers who better our community on a daily basis. What better way to applaud them than to shine a little light on some of our community’s top lawyers?

The lawyers on this list are not selected by Spokane Coeur d’Alene Living magazine, and are in no way determined by advertising. Avvo, Inc., a Seattle company that rates and profiles attorneys nationwide, has teamed up with Spokane Coeur d’Alene Living magazine to present a list of the top lawyers in Spokane. Attorneys are ranked according to Avvo’s proprietary algorithms, and the Avvo Rating is a score on a 10-point scale distilled from the raw rankings generated by Avvo.

According to Avvo, “The Avvo Rating is our effort to evaluate a lawyer’s background, based on the information we know about the lawyer. The rating is calculated using a mathematical model that considers the information shown in a lawyer’s profile, including a lawyer’s years in practice, disciplinary history, professional achievements and industry recognition - all factors that, in our opinion, are relevant to assessing a lawyer’s qualifications.”

As with any list, there are going to be some who disagree with those who made it and those who were left off. “You forgot so-and-so,” they might say remembering the fabulous lawyer who helped them resolve their problem with the plumber, or they might even question why some names appear at all. The goal is to have an unbiased list showcasing some of our region’s greatest talent in the field of law. There are many incredible, talented and dedicated lawyers whose names don’t appear, but who still contribute to the legal community. So congratulations to the 152 lawyers listed here, and thank you to all of the local lawyers who give their time, their knowledge and their passion for the law, all in order to make Spokane an even better place to live! (Please note: legal field descriptions are from Lawyer.com unless otherwise noted. These give a general overview of the type of work lawyers in that category do. It does not mean that is a complete description of their work, nor fully encases their total workload.)

James Black 9.9 University of Washington School of Law Lukins & Annis, PS www.lukins.com Jacob Brennan, 10 Gonzaga University School of Law Lukins & Annis, PS www.lukins.com William Buckholdt, 10 Gonzaga University School of Law Randall Danskin, PS http://randalldanskin.com Christopher Crago, 10 Gonzaga University School of Law McNeice Wheeler, PLLCwww.mcneicewheeler.com Robert Dunn, 10 Gonzaga University School of Law Dunn Black & Roberts PS www.dunnandblack.com Gregory Johnson, 10 University of Puget Sound School of Law Paine Hamblen LLP www.painehamblen.com Alicia Levy, 10 Gonzaga University School of Law The Levy Law Firm, PLLC www.levy-lawfirm.com Gary Randall, 10 University of Idaho College of Law Workland & Witherspoon, PLLC http://workwith.com Eric Sachtjen, 10 Gonzaga University School of Law Paine Hamblen, LLP www.painehamblen.com Peter Witherspoon, 10 University of Washington School of Law Workland & Witherspoon, PLLC http://workwith.com

CAR ACCIDENTSConcerns the tort liability (liability for private or civil wrongs) of owners and operators of motor vehicles for property damage, personal injuries and death resulting from auto accidents or collisions.

Richard Lewis, 10 Gonzaga University School of Law Richard E. Lewis, PS http://richardlewislaw.com

by Blythe Thimsen

TOP LAWYERS 2015

TOP LAWYERS 2015

SuSan nelSon2013 and 2014 Rising Star Super Lawyer – Washington Law & Politics2013 and 2014 Top Women LawyersAVVO Superb Rating “10”2015 AVVO Client’s Choice AwardSpokane Coeur d’Alene Living magazine “Spokane’s Best Lawyers” 2011 – 2015

N. 111 Post Street, Suite 300, Spokane, WA 99201p. 509 455 8711 | f. 509 455 8734 | lawyers@dunnandblack.com

Dunn & Black, p.s.

John BlackSelected and honored as Best Lawyer by U.S. News and World Report for2013, 2014, and 20152013-2015 Super Lawyer – Washington Law & PoliticsAVVO Superb Rating “10”Spokane Coeur d’Alene Living magazine “Spokane’s Best Lawyers"

BoB DunnSelected and honored as 2014 Spokane Litigation - Labor & Employment"Lawyer of the Year" by U.S. News and World ReportSuper Lawyer – Washington Law & Politics 2005-15Selected and honored as Best Lawyer by U.S. News and World Report for 2013-2015AV rated by Martindale-Hubbell2013 AV Preeminent AttorneyTop Attorney in Washington – Seattle Met magazine July 2013AVVO Superb Rating “10”Spokane Coeur d’Alene Living magazine “Spokane’s Best Lawyers” 2003-15

Construction - Business and Personal Injury Litigation - Labor/Employment - Eminent Domain/

Condemnation - Insurance and Real Estate Disputes.

selected and honored

by U.S. News & World Report for 2013-2016as Best Law Firm

TOP ATTORNEYS

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J.J. Thompson, 10 Gonzaga University School of Law Layman Law Firm, PLLP www.laymanlawfirm.com

CHILD CUSTODY Determinations on the care, custody and control of a minor or disabled child after a marriage is terminated or in juvenile dependency cases when the child’s parents cannot perform their parental responsibilities or the child was abused or neglected.

Douglas Hughes, 10 University of Oregon School of Law David J. Crouse & Associates, PLLC http://CrouseLawGroup.com

CIVIL RIGHTS Addresses legal issues surrounding individual liberties and privileges guaranteed by federal and state constitutions and statutes.

Breean Beggs, 10 University of Washington School of Law Paukert & Troppmann, PLLC www.paukertlawgroup.com

CLASS ACTION A class action suit involves a large number of plaintiffs who share common issues and facts, have typical claims and defenses, and seek equitable relief or money damages.

Boyd Mayo, 10 Charleston School of Law The Scott Law Group PS www.thescottlawgroup.com Matthew Zuchetto, 10 University of Washington School of Law The Scott Law Group PSwww.thescottlawgroup.com

CONSTRUCTION & DEVELOPMENT Concerns contracts for the design, building, construction or development of real estate and structures, and the relationship between construction professionals (general contractors and subcontractors) and private landowners.

John Black, 10 University of Puget Sound School of LawDunn Black & Roberts, P.S. www.dunnandblack.com Robert Crick, 9.9 Gonzaga University School of Law Robert Crick Law Firm, PLLC www.cricklawfirm.com Bradley Crockett, 10 University of Washington School of Law Wolff, Hislop & Crockett, PLLC www.whc-attorneys.com John Guin, 9.8 University of Oregon School of Law Law Office of John H. Guin, PLLCwww.guinlaw.com Casey Lund, 10 Gonzaga University School of Law Campbell & Bissell | PLLC www.campbell-bissell.com

Jason Piskel, 10 Gonzaga University School of Law Piskel Yahne Kovarik, PLLC www.pyklawyers.com Ryan Yahne, 10 Pepperdine University School of Law Piskel Yahne Kovarik, PLLC www.pyklawyers.com

CONTRACTS & AGREEMENTSAdvice on contract rules that apply to unclear or ambiguous terms, illegal subject matter, modifications, breach of contract, and remedies.

Beverly Anderson, 10 University of Puget Sound School of Law Winston & Cashatt www.winstoncashatt.com

CRIMINAL DEFENSECovers misdemeanor (minor) and felony (major) criminal offenses and the rules and procedures of the criminal justice process including arrest, arraignment, bail, guilty pleas and plea agreements, preliminary hearings, jury trials, sentencing, probation, parole, appeals, and other post-conviction relief.

Dean Chuang, 10 Gonzaga University School of Law Crary, Clark & Domanico, PS www.ccdlaw.com Dennis Cronin, 10 Gonzaga University School of Law Law Office of DC Cronin www.dccronin.com

Kevin Curtis, 10Gonzaga University School of LawWinston & Cashattwww.winstoncashatt.com Sean Downs, 9.9 Gonzaga University School of Law Grecco Downs, PLLC www.greccodowns.com Jeffry Finer, 10 New Mexico School of Law Jeffry K. Finer, PS www.finer-bering.com Courtney Garcea, 10 Gonzaga University School of Law Lukins & Annis PS www.lukins.com Stephen Graham, 9.8 Gonzaga University School of Law Law Office of Steve Graham www.grahamdefense.com

Carl Hueber, 10Gonzaga University School of LawWinston & Cashattwww.winstoncashatt.com

Timothy Note, 9.8 Gonzaga University School of Law Law Office of Timothy S. Note PLLC www.timothynotelaw.com

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Addicus Publishing is pleased to announce the release of Divorce in Washington, a comprehensive guide to the divorce legal process. Available at the Amazon, Barnes and Noble, and Apple store websites. Also available on Kindle, Nook, I-Books and at the Addicus Publishing website addicusbooks.com. This 249 page guide is written in a user-friendly question and answer format by noted Spokane divorce attorney David J. Crouse.

DAVID J. CROUSE has again been awarded the Top Lawyer award by Spokane Coeur d’Alene Living magazine. He has practiced family law exclusively since 1993, since graduating from Gonzaga University School of Law. While at the Gonzaga School of Law, he received the Thomas More scholarship and won the School’s 1991 Client Counseling Competition. In 1992, he won the School’s Linden Cup competition as the best oral advocate in the law school. In 1992 and 1993 he began the National Moot Court Competition, a competition designed to find the best written and oral advocates in the nation among all law schools. His partners were Ms. Debra Stephens (who is now a Washington Supreme Court Justice), and Ms. Susan Malone who now practices in a major East Coast law firm. They won the regional advocacy competition among all Pacific Northwest area law schools. They went on to the nationals competition in New York City against the winning teams from the other regional competitions. They won nationals for the legal brief component, receiving the best legal brief award. They received second place in the nation for oral advocacy. Mr. Crouse was awarded the William O. Douglas medal for courtroom advocacy. He was also elected to the Order Of Barristers for excellence in courtroom advocacy. Their written brief was published in the Gonzaga Law Review.

Mr. Crouse is the founding partner of David J. Crouse & Associates PLLC and all attorneys in his firm practice exclusively in family law. He has been recognized as a “Best Attorney” in divorce law by ratings organizations and is rated a perfect 10 by AVVO. Mr. Crouse has been a featured speaker at numerous Washington Bar Association family law conferences and other family law education seminars. He has regularly appeared on nationally syndicated radio, local radio, and television. In 2014, his book “Divorce In Washington” was published by Addicus Publishing, a major non-fiction publisher, and is available at all major booksellers. Douglas Hughes, the senior associate at David J. Crouse & Associates, has similarly been rated at a “Top Attorney” in family law by Spokane Coeur d’Alene Living magazine and is also rated a perfect 10 by AVVO. Their firm emphasizes the highest-quality family law representation.

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Carl Oreskovich, 10 University of Montana School of Law Etter McMahon Lamberson Clary & Oreskovich PC www.ettermcmahon.com Phillip Wetzel, 10 Gonzaga University School of Law Phillip J. Wetzel Attorney at Law No website available

DIVORCE & SEPARATIONCovers the termination of a marriage by divorce, dissolution or annulment and determinations on child custody, child support, spousal support and the division of marital property and assets. David Crouse, 10 Gonzaga University School of Law David J. Crouse & Associates http://crouselawgroup.com Shadan Kapri, 10 Gonzaga University School of LawKapri Law www.spokane-family-law.com Andrea Poplawski, 10 Gonzaga University School of Law Poplawski Law www.poplawskilaw.com Glenn Tanner, 10 University of Minnesota Law School Glenn E. Tanner http://thecollaborativedivorce.com Julie Twyford, 10 Gonzaga University School of Law Twyford Law Office www.twyfordlaw.com

DUI & DWIDrunk driving statutes make it a criminal offense to operate a vehicle in a public place with a blood alcohol content (BAC) at or above a certain level. This field navigates sentencing, fines, license suspension, counseling, probation, community service, or jail time. Chris Bugbee, 10 University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law Bugbee Law Office PS www.bugbeelaw.com Deanna Crull, 10 Gonzaga University School of Law Action Legal Group PLLC www.actionlegalgroupwa.com Senit Lutgen, 10 Gonzaga University School of Law Action Legal Group PLLC www.actionlegalgroupwa.com Scott Staab, 10 University of Puget Sound School of LawStaab Law PLLC www.staablaw.com

ELDER LAW Concerns welfare programs, services and protections afforded to elderly persons or senior citizens including healthcare programs such as Medicaid and Medicare, social service, rehabilitation and housing programs, and adult protective services.

Amy Goertz, 9.7Gonzaga University School of Law Elder Law Group PLLC www.spokaneelderlaw.com Lynn St. Louis, 10 University of Washington School of Law Elder Law Group PLLC www.spokaneelderlaw.com

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS Handles the regulation of group health or healthcare plans, group life insurance, pensions, retirement plans, employer managed individual retirement accounts (IRAs), profit sharing plans and other employee welfare and benefit plans that are used in compensating managers and employees.

Philip Carstens, 10 University of San Francisco, School of Law K & L Gates LLP www.klgates.com

EMPLOYMENT & LABOR Concerns the regulation of labor relations and employment issues including employment at will, employment contracts, collective bargaining, workplace discrimination, sexual harassment, retaliation and whistleblowing protections, occupational safety and wage and hour rules.

Keller Allen, 10 Gonzaga University School of Law Law Firm of Keller W. Allen PC www.kellerallen.com Jenae Ball, 10 Gonzaga University School of Law Randall Danskin, PS www.randalldanskin.com Michael Church, 10 Gonzaga University School of Law Stamper Rubens PS www.stamperlaw.com Michelle Fossum, 10Gonzaga University School of Law Sayre & Fossum, PS No website available Michael Franklin, 10 University of Oregon School of Law Lukins & Annis, PSwww.lukins.com Scott Gingras, 10 Gonzaga University School of Law Winston & Cashatt www.winstoncashatt.com Christopher Kerley, 10 Gonzaga University School of Law Evans, Craven & Lackie, PSwww.ecl-law.com

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S E R I O U S P E R S O N A L I N J U R Y & C O M P L E X C O M M E R C I A L L I T I G A T I O N

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Our mission is to provide hope, justice, and solutions to people and businesses through the highest levels of professionalism, integrity, and compassion. We believe that every person should have a voice, access to justice, and high quality advocacy. Layman Law Firm has the experience, resources and talent to provide solutions to complex disputes in Washington, Idaho and across the nation.

Layman Law Firm, PLLP is proud to have all four of its members ranked among Spokane's Top Lawyers.

(from left to right) J.J. Thompson, Nik Armitage, Timothy Fennessy* and John Layman

Rated by AVVO Attorney Ranking Service

Layman Law Firm, PLLP601 South Division StreetSpokane, WA 99202Office: 509-455-8883

Layman Law Firm, PLLP233 E. Harrison AvenueCoeur d'Alene, ID 83814Office: 1-800-377-8883

Layman Law Firm, PLLP800 5th Avenue., Ste. 4100Seattle, WA 98104Office: 206-340-1314

Our firm’s attorneys are active members of the community, serving on boards at Banner Bank, St. Luke’s Rehabilitation Institute, Brain Injury Alliance of Washington Spokane Chapter, Life Chiropractic College, Gonzaga School of Law Board of Advisors, and Washington State Association for Justice.

*Timothy Fennessy is not licensed in Idaho.

TOP ATTORNEYS

2015

Lawyers licensed in Washington, Idaho, &

Tribal Courts

BUSINESS LAW

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Adrienne Sue ThommesCriminal Defense Attorney

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Lawrence Kuznetz, 10 Hofstra University School of Law Powell, Kuznetz & Parker, PS www.spokanelitigationlawyers.com Michael Love, 10Willamette University College of Law Michael Love Law Firm PLLC www.michaellovelaw.com

Michael McMahon, 10 Gonzaga University School of Law Etter McMahon Lamberson Clary & Oreskovich PC www.ettermcmahon.com Michael Nienstedt, 10 Gonzaga University School of Law Witherspoon Kelley www.witherspoonkelley.com Eowen Rosentrater, 10 Gonzaga University School of Law Eowen S. Rosentrater, Attorneys www.eowenlawoffice.com Milton Rowland, 10 Gonzaga University School of Law Foster Pepper PLLC www.foster.com Kammi Smith, 10Gonzaga University School of LawWinston & Cashattwww.winstoncashatt.com

William Symmes, 10 Southern Methodist University Witherspoon, Kelley www.witherspoonkelley.com Thomas McLane, 10 Gonzaga University School of Law Randall Danskin PS http://randalldanskin.com Susan Troppmann, 10 Gonzaga University School of Law Paukert & Troppmann PLLC www.pt-law.com Ronald Van Wert, 10 University of California, Hastings College of the Law Etter, McMahon, Lamberson, Van Wert & Oreskovich, PC www.ettermcmahon.com

ESTATE PLANNING Concerns the legal strategies and techniques to accumulate and dispose of an individual’s estate or property by testamentary wills or other instruments, trusts, charitable bequests or gifts, and inter vivos transfers or conveyances during the lifetime.

Steven Anderson, 10 University of Florida, Levin College of Law Stamper Rubens, PS www.stamperlaw.com Kimmer Callahan, 10 Gonzaga University School of Law Callahan & Associates, Chtd. www.idahoestatelaw.com

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Practicing Employment, Business, Estate Planning, Bankruptcy, and Personal Injury Law

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FROM LEFT TO RIGHT: Yvonne Leveque Kobluk, Breean L. Beggs , Susan W . Troppmann,

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The Firm has been rated as Tier 1 by U.S. News – Best Law Firms® in 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, and 2015

EMLVO has attorneys who have been elected to the American College of Trial Lawyers, the International Society of Barristers, the Federation of Defense and Corporate Counsel and The American Board of Trial Advocates

EMLVO has attorneys who belong to the Defense Research Institute, Washington Defense Trial Lawyers, Washington State Association for Justice, and the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

EMLVO has attorneys admitted to practice in Washington, Idaho, Montana, Arizona, and the Kalispel Tribal Court

We litigate cases in state and federal courts, administrative tribunals in diverse areas, including civil, criminal, contract disputes, employment and labor, health care, insurance, personal injury, professional liability and licensing, municipal law and real estate.

William F. EtterMember

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Michael J. McMahonMemberTop Attorney

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Carl J. Oreskovich Managing Member

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Jeffrey R. GallowayAssociate

(509) 747-9100 618 West Riverside Avenue, Suite #210 Spokane, WA 99201

Congratulations to our Top Attorneys!

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TOP ATTORNEYS

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Frederic Emry, 10 Gonzaga University School of Law Paine Hamblen LLP www.painehamblen.com Paul Fitzpatrick, 10 Gonzaga University School of Law K&L Gates, LLP www.klgates.com Rial Moulton, 9.7 Seattle University School of Law Moulton Law Offices www.moultonlaw.com Donald Querna, 10 Willamette University College of Law Randall & Danskin PS http://randalldanskin.com Karen Sayre, 10 Gonzaga University School of Law Sayre, Sayre & Fossum, PS www.sayrelaw.com

FAMILYCovers the state regulation of family relationships including spouses, parents, children, guardians, wards and domestic partners.

Angel Base, 10 Gonzaga University School of Law Angel M. Base, Attorney At Law No website available Teresa Border, 10 Gonzaga University School of Law Border Law Firm www.borderlawfirm.com Matthew Fischer, 10 Gonzaga University School of Law Burke Law Group, PLLC www.burkelg.com Paul Mack, 9.7 Gonzaga University School of Law The Law Office of Paul B. Mack http://paulbmack.com Kenneth Zigler, 10 Western New England College School of Law Burke Law Group www.ziglerlawoffice.com

FEDERAL CRIMEA federal crime is prosecuted under federal law, not state. Federal charges can come from crimes committed on federal lands, or from offenses like tax evasion.**

John McEntire, 10 National Criminal Defense College - Mercer Law School Federal Defenders of Eastern Washington and ID www.fd.org

TOP LAWYERS 2015

MARK R. IVERSON & JODI M. FELICE, ATTORNEYS AT LAW

Mark R. Iverson and Jodi M. Felice primarily practice in the area of adoption.

Mr. Iverson is a 1985 graduate of Gonzaga University School of Law and fellow of the American Academy of Adoption Attorneys.

Ms. Felice is a 2002 graduate of Gonzaga University School of Law.

Mr. Iverson and Ms. Felice are licensed to practice in the states of Washington and Idaho, providing legal services for adoptive families in the following areas: Foster Care Adoption; Step Parent Adoption; Private Adoption; International Adoption; Agency Adoption; and Adult Adoption.

In addition, Mr. Iverson and Ms. Felice handle guardianship matters.

Adoption Services | Mark R. Iverson, P.S.921 West Broadway, Suite 305Spokane, WA 99201

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For a FREE half-hour consultation call

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2015

Congratulations to ELEVEN of the TOP LAWYERS in Spokane

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From Left to Right: Matt Andersen, Beverly Anderson, Patrick Cronin, Kevin Curtis, Scott Gingras, Michael Howard,Carl Hueber, Collette Leland, Lisa Milpass, Kammi Mencke Smith, Elizabeth Tellessen.

Top ranked law firm by FORTUNE magazinePhone: 509.245.3522 • Fax: 509.245.3308

www.MarySchultzLaw.com • E-mail: mary@mschultz.com

• 2016 Best Lawyers in America - Since 2001• 2016 US News & World Report - Best Law Firms, Medical

Malpractice (Since 2013) & Employment Litigation• 2015 National Trial Lawyers Top 100• 2015 AVVO - "Superb" Rating -Since 2012• 2015 Washington Super Lawyers - Since 2001• Washington's Top 50 Women Attorneys - WA Super Lawyers- 2014• Best Lawyers in America - Spokane's Medical Malpractice Plaintiff's

Lawyer of the Year- 2014• Mergers & Aquisition International - Labor & Employment Law Firm

of the Year- 2013• Best Lawyers - Lawyer of the Year, Labor & Employment Litigation for

Spokane, WA- 2012• Fellow - Litigation Counsel of America

Practice Focus:• Employment discrimination/wrongful

termination• Medical, oral surgical negligence• Elder abuse/nursing home neglect• Whistleblower claims

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FINANCIAL MARKETS AND SERVICES Generally covers loan and account services. An attorney can review loan documents, financing or collateral statements, and promissory notes or provide advice on investment or loan options, hidden fees and penalties, asset protection, default terms, accelerated payment terms, and liability issues.

Peter Moye, 9.8Gonzaga University School of Law Workland & Witherspoon, PLLC http://workwith.com

GOVERNMENT Addresses government interactions on a national scale.*

Patrick Johnson, 10 Gonzaga University School of Law Patrick T. Johnson JR http://lawyers.law.cornell.edu

GUARDIANSHIP Concerns the legal appointment of a competent adult as guardian, guardian ad litem or conservator to assume the legal responsibility for a ward (a minor or incompetent or incapacitated adult) and the ward’s estate.

Lisa Malpass, 10 Gonzaga University School of Law Winston & Cashattwww.winstoncashatt.com

HEALTH CARE The regulation of hospitals, healthcare facilities, health maintenance organizations and health care professionals such as doctors, physicians, dentists, psychiatrists, psychologists, nurses and other health care practitioners.

Mary Giannini, 10 University of Idaho College of Law Witherspoon Kelleywww.witherspoonkelley.com Teresa Sherman, 10 Gonzaga University School of Law Sherman Law Office PLLC http://tshermanlaw.com

IMMIGRATION Regulation and control of aliens, noncitizens or immigrants and includes the admission and removal of aliens or foreigners, visa categories, asylum, naturalization, immigration crimes, denaturalization and deportation.

Hector Quiroga, 9.9 Gonzaga University School of Law Quiroga Law Office, PLLC www.quirogalawoffice.com

INSURANCE Concerns the regulation of the insurance industry including insurer and producer, licensing or certification and approval of types of insurance policies or plans covering life, health or managed care, property and casualty lines of business.

Janelle Carney, 10 Arizona State University College of Law Graham Lundberg Peschel www.glpattorneys.com/attorneys Brad Smith, 10 University of Washington School of Law Ewing Anderson, P.S. www.ewinganderson.com

INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY Concerns the federal and state antitrust and protective regulations afforded to intellectual property including copyrights, patents, inventions, trademarks and trade secrets.

Whitney Stowe, 9.7Michigan State University College of Law K&L Gates LLP www.klgates.com

LANDLORD & TENANT Regulates the duties and obligations of landlords and tenants and the content of lease or rental agreements including rent control provisions and remedies for breach or statutory violations.

James Studt, 10 Gonzaga University School of Law James L. Studt Law Office www.StudtLaw.com

LAWSUITS & DISPUTES The law provides several other methods to resolve disputes and all offer unique advantages. A lawyer who specializes in disputes reviews your paperwork and tells you what method will best serve your needs and budget.**

Lisa Dickinson, 10 University of Washington School of Law Dickinson Law Firm, PLLC www.dickinsonlawfirm.com

LITIGATIONConcerns all lawsuits, cases or disputes other than criminal that are brought before a civil court.

Charles Andersen, 10 Gonzaga University School of Law Winston & Cashatt www.winstoncashatt.com Matthew Crotty, 10 Gonzaga University School of Law Crotty & Son Law Firm, PLLCwww.crottyandson.com Timothy Fennessy, 10 Gonzaga University School of Law Layman Law Firm, PLLP www.laymanlawfirm.com

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Unlocking the Mysteries of Social Security

The economic turmoil of the last decade has forced many Americans to delay retirement or to consider working during retirement to meet their income needs.

One of the traditional mainstays of retirement has included Social Security. Social Security was created in 1935 to help Americans supplement their retirement income. While almost everyone is familiar with the idea of Social Security, it is a complex system and can often cause confusion.

Many people I speak with have a lot of questions and concerns about Social Security. For instance, many wonder if it will be there when they need it. They also are concerned about knowing the right time to take their benefit—is it better earlier or later—and when, exactly, do they reach full retirement age? Also, terms such as “spousal” and “survivor” benefits need to be considered. To make matters worse, people hear talk of strategies to maximize the Social Security benefit, such as filing a “restricted application” or to use the “file and suspend” tactic.

Many of my clients are surprised that their benefit is likely to be taxed, and have concerns about how Medicare premiums will affect their benefits.

With all of this confusing information, many people find it beneficial to work with a financial professional trained in Social Security. With proper planning, Americans can maximize their Social Security benefits, minimize their taxes, and provide better security for their families.

For 80 years, Social Security has been an essential aspect of retirement planning for a majority of Americans.

At Star Financial and Insurance Services, we can help you to decide how to use Social Security to help you achieve your retirement goals.

Melissa S. WilliamsLUTCF, CLTC, President

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2015

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Aaron Goforth, 10 William and Mary School of Law Davidson Backman Medeiros PLLC www.dbm-law.net Robin Haynes, 10 Gonzaga University School of Law Witherspoon, Kelley, Davenport & Toole, PS http://witherspoonkelley.com Steven Hughes, 10 Gonzaga University School of Law Ewing Anderson, PS Attorneys At Law www.ewinganderson.com William Hyslop, 10 Gonzaga University School of Law Lukins & Annis, PS www.lukins.com Nicholas Kovarik, 10 Gonzaga University School of Law Piskel Yahne Kovarik, PLLC www.pyklawyers.com Collette Leland, 10 Gonzaga University School of Law Winston & Cashatt www.winstoncashatt.com James McPhee, 10 Gonzaga University School of Law Workland & Witherspoon PLLC http://workwith.com Susan Nelson, 10 Case Western Reserve School of Law Dunn & Black, PS www.dunnandblack.com Troy Nelson, 10 Gonzaga University School of Law Randall Danskin PS www.randalldanskin.com John Nelson, 10 University of Utah S.J. Quinney College of Law Foster Pepper PLLC www.foster.com/attorneys Daniel Stowe, 10 Gonzaga University School of Law Law Offices of Raymond W. Schutts No website available Kevin Roberts, 10 University of Idaho College of Law Dunn, Black & Roberts PS www.dunnandblack.com Eric Roth, 10 University of Washington School of Law Roth Law Offices No website available

Geana Van Dessel, 10 Gonzaga University School of Law Lee & Hayes, PLLC www.leehayes.com

MEDIATION An alternative dispute resolution method where parties attempt to resolve their dispute with a mediator.

Frank Hoover, 10 Gonzaga University School of Law Law Offices of Frank Hoover, PS www.frankhoover.com

MEDICAL MALPRACTICE The civil or tort liability of medical or healthcare professionals, physicians, doctors, surgeons or nurses for wrongful acts or omissions, negligence or misconduct during the performance of professional services.

Ryan Beaudoin, 10 Gonzaga University School of Law Witherspoon Kelley www.witherspoonkelley.com William Etter, 10 Gonzaga University School of Law Etter McMahon Lamberson Clary & Oreskovich PC www.ettermcmahon.com Stephen Haskell, 9.6 Gonzaga University School of Law Stephen Haskell Law Offices www.haskellaw.com Mark Kamitomo, 10 Gonzaga University School of Law The Markam Group Inc., PS www.markamgrp.com Stephen Lamberson, 10 Gonzaga University School of Law Etter McMahon Lamberson Clary & Oreskovich, PC www.ettermcmahon.com Mary Schultz, 10 Gonzaga University School of Law Mary Schultz Law, PS www.maryschultzlaw.com

PATENT APPLICATION Concerns the regulation of the rights to patents or inventions including ownership and transfer rights, licensing agreements, patentable subject matter, patent infringement, and statutory bars or prohibitions.

Deepak Malhotra, 10 Marquette University Law School Malhotra Law Firm, PLLC www.patentsusa.com

PERSONAL INJURY The recovery of money or monetary damages as compensation for physical or psychological damages suffered by a person that results from tortuous conduct or a private or civil wrong or injury caused by another person or entity.

Matthew Albrecht, 10 Gonzaga University School of Law Albrecht Law PLLC www.trialappeallaw.com

Nikalous Armitage, 10 Gonzaga University School of Law Layman Law Firm, PLLP www.laymanlawfirm.com James Bendell, 10 Rutgers University Law School The Bendell Law Firm www.injuryinidaho.com Edward Bruya, 10 Gonzaga University School of Law Keefe, Bowman & Bruya, PS No website available Lewis (Dallas) Cooney, 10 Gonzaga University School of Law Cooney Law Offices, PS www.jcooney.com Robert Crary, 10 Gonzaga University School of Law The Firm of Crary Clark & Domanico PS www.ccdlaw.com

Patrick Cronin, 10Gonzaga University School of LawWinston & Cashattwww.winstoncashatt.com

James Domanico, 10 Gonzaga University School of Law The Firm of Crary Clark & Domanico PS www.ccdlaw.com Richard Eymann, 10 Gonzaga University School of Law Eymann, Allison, Hunter, Jones, PS www.eahjlaw.com William Gilbert, 10 Gonzaga University School of Law Gilbert Law Firm421 W. Riverside Ave., Suite 353Spokane, WA 99201(509) 321-0750www.wagilbert.com Robert Hahn, 10 Gonzaga University School of Law Robert C. Hahn, III, PS www.rhahn.com Michael Howard, 10 University of Idaho College of Law Winston & Cashatt www.winstoncashatt.com John G. Layman, 10 Gonzaga University School of Law Layman Law Firm, PLLP www.laymanlawfirm.com

John R. Layman, 10 Gonzaga University School of Law Layman Law Firm, PLLP www.laymanlawfirm.com Wesley Mortensen, 10 Brigham Young University’s J. Reuben Clark Law School Craig Swapp & Associates www.craigswapp.com Kathleen Paukert, 10 Gonzaga University School of Law Paukert & Troppmann, PLLC www.paukertlawgroup.com

LAWYER PROFILES

SERVING RESIDENTS OF SPOKANE and Eastern Washington, Crary, Clark, Domanico, & Chuang, P.S., (CCD Law) is known as a leading personal injury and criminal defense law firm in the Spokane area. More than six decades of dedicated service to the community has earned CCD Law recognition as one of Spokane’s best. CCD Law is the go-to firm for major negligence claims, and is regularly hired to represent other attorneys.

Offering their clients more than 65 years of effective legal advocacy, lawyers Robert Crary, James Domanico and Dean Chuang comprise the professional and dedicated team at Crary, Clark, Domanico, & Chuang, P.S. Standing up for the rights of negligence victims, this practice, originated in Spokane in 1948, stands committed to individualized, personal service to the Spokane Community.

Personal injury attorney Robert Crary achieved his juris doctorate degree from Gonzaga University School of Law in 1980. He was admitted to practice before the Washington Supreme Court and the Eastern District Washington Federal Court in 1981. In 1998, he was admitted to practice before the Northern Idaho Federal Court. Crary is an arbitrator on the Spokane County Mandatory Arbitration Panel, as well as a member of Washington State Association for Justice and Washington State Association of Justice.

James A. Domanico, personal injury and constitutional law lawyer and graduate of the Gonzaga University School of Law, is admitted to practice in all the State Courts in Washington and Wisconsin, the Federal Court in the Eastern District of Washington and before the United States Supreme Court. He is the regional legal counsel for the NRA. Domanico is a member of Washington State Association for Justice. He has handled cases in most Washington counties and on a limited basis in Idaho, California, Montana and Oregon.

Dean Chuang leads their criminal defense practice. Mentored by John R. Clark, he began his legal career in 2006 after graduating with his juris doctorate degree from Gonzaga University School of Law. Chuang is a Washington State Bar Association Leadership Institute 2012 fellow and the Civil Bar Liaison for the Spokane County Veteran’s Court. He is also a member of the National College for DUI Defense, the Washington Defender Association and the Washington Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. Chuang has appeared on Fox & Friends, CNN and Good Morning America. He also was featured in the Wall Street Journal, Associated Press and in local media outlets.

This year, all three principals of Crary, Clark, Domanico, & Chuang were honored with making the Top Attorneys list in our region. “After thirty years practicing in this community, to have all of us recognized in such a way, is a humbling honor,” admits Rob Crary. “We work hard to obtain the best possible solution for our clients’ problems. Partnering with them to find resolution is central to our mission.”

CRARY, CLARK, DOMANICO, & CHUANG, P.S.Attorneys At Law

9417 East Trent Ave.Spokane Valley, WA 99206509-850-3118www.ccdlaw.com

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LAWYER PROFILES

ELDER LAW GROUP PLLC is Eastern Washington’s largest law firm dedicated exclusively to Elder Law. We are a team of compassionate professionals focused on the needs of seniors and their families. Elder Law Group PLLC serves clients throughout the Inland Northwest, including North Idaho, with offices in Spokane and the Tri-Cities. Attorneys at Elder Law Group PLLC include Top Lawyers Lynn St. Louis and Amy J. Goertz, and up and coming lawyers Elizabeth C. Wallace and Jennifer H. Ballantyne. Our primary focus is preserving assets in the face of Long-Term Care expenses, leveraging government benefits, and ensuring Estate Planning documents that safeguard the senior while protecting assets. We understand the tremendous financial and emotional costs when a loved one needs Long-Term Care. Our goal at Elder Law Group PLLC is to lessen a family’s burden with advance planning, asset-protection and effective Medicaid Asset Preservation Strategies®, which we can implement even at the time of need. We help families navigate the complex world of Long-Term Care, giving the peace of mind that comes with knowing their loved one’s Long-Term Care needs will be met while preserving assets.

Lynn St. Louis is the founding attorney of Elder Law Group PLLC. She is celebrating 30 years of practice in 2015, has a Superb 10.0 Avvo rating and an “AV Preeminent” ranking by Martindale-Hubbell. Lynn is one of only 5% of female attorneys to be selected for Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers – the highest possible rating for legal ability and ethical standards. Her high ratings reflect her knowledge of Elder Law and Medicaid Long-Term Care benefits, as well as her capable and compassionate service to seniors and their families. Lynn brings practical and realistic solutions to the problems faced by seniors and their families, having experienced first-hand the unique challenges facing those in need of Long-Term Care.

Amy J. Goertz joined Elder Law Group PLLC in 2015. She is celebrating 20 years in practice in 2015 and also has a Superb 10.0 Avvo rating. Amy grew up in Spokane, where she attended NCHS, EWU and GU School of Law. She truly cares about helping her hometown families with Elder Law issues. Amy is an excellent attorney, talented writer, and a frequent speaker on Estate Planning and Probate topics throughout Washington. She brings a down-to-earth approach to problem-solving and is adept at finding solutions to complex Elder Law issues.

ELDER LAW GROUP PLLCLynn St. Louis & Amy J. Goertz

207 W. Nora AvenueSpokane, WA 99205 (509) 468-0551ElderLawGroupWA.com

AFTER ACHIEVING HER MBA at Cornell University, Giannini worked in health care administration in California, Nevada and Idaho. Through this experience, she realized a need and subsequent passion for healthcare law. Giannini found herself back in school. Law school. She has focused on health care law at Witherspoon Kelley for the past twenty-six years (since 1989), becoming the first female partner in the firm’s Spokane office and being named as a best healthcare lawyer by Best Lawyers in America since 2008. Giannini’s healthcare experience assisted her in business formation, contracts, reimbursement, regulatory compliance, employment, privacy issues and health care ventures.

Beyond her interest in the health care industry, Giannini has found it gratifying to work with health care practitioners and institutions, translating the complexities of healthcare law and regulations, negotiating contracts, and finding the most effective way to carry out transactions. Giannini admits, “The work is challenging, but for better or worse we all engage in the healthcare system at one point or another. Offering the services I do, makes me feel as if the work I do matters.”

Giannini is transitioning now from full time practice to a part time position as a compliance person for Medication Review, a tele-pharmacy and pharmacy management services company in Spokane. Medication Review serves primarily small and rural hospitals in our region. “The part time schedule allows more time for family, travel, hobbies and activities I’ve only dreamed about for years without retiring completely from health care and issues that drive our regional and national economy.”

MARY R. GIANNINIWhitherspoon Kelley

422 W. Riverside Ave, Ste 1100, Spokane, WA 99201(509) 624-5265 | witherspoonkelley.com

Cynthia Schwartz, 10 University of Oregon School of Law Law Office of Cynthia L Schwartz http://cynthialschwartz.com Geoffrey Swindler, 10 Seattle University School of Law Law Office of Geoffrey D. Swindler www.swindlerlaw.com

PUBLIC FINANCE & TAX EXEMPT FINANCEFinance law concerns the regulation of personal, business and government financing practices and procedures.

Jeffrey Nave, 10University of California, Hastings College of the Law Foster Pepper PLLC www.foster.com

REAL ESTATE Regulates the relationships between landowners and the right to possess, use and enjoy land, to own or hold present and future interests in real estate, and to sell, transfer and convey interests in real estate.

Michael Hague, 10 University of Idaho College of Law Hague Law Offices, PLLC www.haguelawoffices.com

Kathryn McKinley, 10 Gonzaga University School of Law Paine Hamblen LLP www.painehamblen.com Spencer Stromberg, 10 University of Washington School of Law Lucent Law, PLLC www.lucentlaw.com Brett Sullivan, 10 Gonzaga University School of Law Lucent Law, PLLC www.lucentlaw.com Elizabeth Tellessen, 10 Gonzaga University School of Law Winston & Cashatt www.winstoncashatt.com

SOCIAL SECURITY Concerns the regulation of family and individual welfare assistance and relief programs including medical assistance programs, Medicaid, Medicare, temporary assistance programs, disability benefits (SSD), supplemental security income (SSI), and retirement and survivors benefits.

Michael Thompson, 10 Gonzaga University School of Law Michael G. Thompson, Attorney at Law, PLLC No website available

TAX Concerns the imposition and collection of federal, state and local taxes including the income tax, real estate or property tax, estate and gift tax, corporate taxes, excise tax, sales or use tax and international taxation.

Gair Petrie, 10 Gonzaga University School of Law Randall Danskin PS http://randalldanskin.com James Workland, 9.8 Gonzaga University School of Law Workland & Witherspoon, PLLC http://workwith.com

WORKERS COMPENSATIONLegal issues concerning workers compensation include the extent of the employer’s liability or degree of fault, the nature and extent of the employee’s injuries and rehabilitation, and the measure or calculation of benefits.

Michael Pontarolo, 10 Gonzaga University School of Law Delay, Curran, Thompson, Pontarolo & Walker, PS http://delayandcurran.com

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