Atty. David Corey
Professional Experience David Corey is a trial attorney who exclusively defends physicians and hospitals against medical malpractice lawsuits and professional licensing proceedings. Dave has tried 19 medical malpractice jury trials, in addition to numerous other civil jury trials, bench trials and arbitration hearings and administrative hearings.
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About David Corey at a glance
David Corey is a medical malpractice, litigation, and health care attorney based in Seattle, Washington, practicing at Helsell Fetterman LLP. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Admitted to practice in Washington (1996) and Alaska (2003). Educated at Seattle University (JD, 1996) and University of Denver (BA, 1993). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Health Care Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Health Care (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants (2026). Serves clients in Seattle, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Professional Experience David Corey is a trial attorney who exclusively defends physicians and hospitals against medical malpractice lawsuits and professional licensing proceedings
- Dave has tried 19 medical malpractice jury trials, in addition to numerous other civil jury trials, bench trials and arbitration hearings and administrative hearings
- Dave frequently represents physicians in licensing proceedings before the Washington Medical Commission
- Prior to private practice, Dave was a criminal prosecutor where he tried over 60 criminal cases
- At the University of Denver, Dave was a captain of the varsity swim team and a 1990 NAIA All-American selection
- He continues to be heavily involved in swim coaching, masters swimming and open water swimming
- A Seattle native, Dave is a resident of Ballard where he serves on the board of his children’s school
Practice Areas Explained
David Corey's Areas of Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David Corey handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.
David Corey is one of 44,425 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Washington →
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
David Corey is one of 409,070 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Washington →
Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.
David Corey is one of 59,895 health care attorneys indexed nationally. Browse health care attorneys in Washington →
Jurisdictional Context
Why local counsel matters in Washington
Practicing law in Washington. Legal matters in Washington are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Seattle are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Washington state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Washington brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Washington courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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