Atty. David E Chawes
David E Chawes is a lawyer practicing administrative/ regulatory, appellate, civil litigation and 7 other areas of law. David received a B.S. degree from University of Washington in 1978, and has been licensed for 21 years.
Administrative/ Regulatory & More Attorney · Serving Seattle, WA · 21+ Years Experience
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About David E Chawes at a Glance
David E Chawes is an Associate based in Seattle, Washington, practicing at Preg O'Donnell & Gillett PLLC. They have 21+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2005. Their practice focuses on contracts, personal injury, workers comp, litigation, and environmental. Admitted to practice in Washington (2005). Educated at Seattle University (J.D., 2004) and University of Washington (B.S. M.S.P.H., 1978). Active member of Washington State Bar Association Washington Defense Trial Lawyers Association. Serves clients in Seattle, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About David E Chawes
- David E Chawes is a lawyer practicing administrative/ regulatory, appellate, civil litigation and 7 other areas of law
- David received a B.S. degree from University of Washington in 1978, and has been licensed for 21 years
- David practices at Preg O'Donnell & Gillett PLLC in Seattle, WA
Practice Areas Explained
David E Chawes's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David E Chawes handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Seattle.
Contracts in Seattle
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Personal Injury in Seattle
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
David E Chawes is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Washington →
Workers Compensation in Seattle
Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.
David E Chawes is one of 54,932 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Washington →
Civil Litigation in Seattle
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
David E Chawes is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Washington →
Environmental Law in Seattle
Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.
David E Chawes is one of 55,977 environmental attorneys indexed nationally. Browse environmental attorneys in Washington →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Seattle
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.
Seattle Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Seattle-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Seattle Choose David E Chawes
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish David E Chawes's practice in the field of contracts, personal injury, workers comp, litigation, and environmental.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
David E Chawes brings 21+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering contracts, personal injury, and workers comp, David E Chawes can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Seattle
A Seattle-based practice means David E Chawes attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues David E Chawes Handles in Seattle
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters David E Chawes has experience with under Washington law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact David E Chawes directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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