Atty. John-Paul Gustad

Atty. John-Paul Gustad

John-Paul Gustad has represented more than 5,000 people in their claims for Social Security Disability and Supplemental Security Income benefits from the Social Security Administration. Additionally, John-Paul is accredited by the Veterans Administration (VA) and represents Veterans throughout the United States in their claims for Service Connected Disability Compensation claims from the VA.

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Profile Summary

About John-Paul Gustad at a glance

John-Paul Gustad is a Principal based in Seattle, Washington, practicing at Gustad Law Group, PLLC. They have 25+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2001. Their practice focuses on car accidents, truck accidents, medical malpractice, wrongful death, and personal injury. Admitted to practice in Washington (2001). Educated at University of North Dakota School of Law (J.D., 1999) and University of Minnesota, Duluth (M.F.A., 1990). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in Seattle, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • John-Paul Gustad has represented more than 5,000 people in their claims for Social Security Disability and Supplemental Security Income benefits from the Social Security Administration
  • Additionally, John-Paul is accredited by the Veterans Administration (VA) and represents Veterans throughout the United States in their claims for Service Connected Disability Compensation claims from the VA
  • John-Paul works diligently for Veterans in all types of Service Connected claims
  • John-Paul has developed expertise in assisting Veterans suffering from military sexual trauma (MST) and understands the complex nature of how to effectively work with the Veteran while aggressively pursuing the claim against the VA
  • John-Paul represents individuals who have been injured by the negligence of another in personal injury claims
  • John-Paul assists individuals in estate planning so that they are able to effectively protect their assets and plan for their future
  • John-Paul provides personalized and passionate representation to his clients and often represents an individual with multiple legal issues
  • John-Paul is admitted to practice in the State of Washington, the United States District Court, Western District of Washington and the U.S
  • Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims
  • John-Paul is a member of the National Organization of Social Security Representatives, the National Organization of Veterans' Advocates, the American Bar Association, Washington State Bar Association, as well as the King and Tacoma-Pierce County Bar Associations
  • John-Paul graduated from the University of North Dakota, School of Law in 1999, obtained his Masters of Fine Arts in 2000 and obtained his BFA from the University of Minnesota in 1991
  • John-Paul is committed to representing individuals against institutional injustice
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Practice Areas Explained

John-Paul Gustad's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John-Paul Gustad handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

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Truck Accidents

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Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

John-Paul Gustad is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Washington →

Wrongful Death

John-Paul Gustad is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Washington →

Personal Injury

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.

John-Paul Gustad is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury 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 andnue, 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about John-Paul Gustad

Where is John-Paul Gustad's law office located?
John-Paul Gustad's law practice is located in Seattle, Washington. The firm is Gustad Law Group, PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John-Paul Gustad handle?
John-Paul Gustad focuses on car accidents, truck accidents, medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Washington.
How long has John-Paul Gustad practiced law?
John-Paul Gustad has 25+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2001.
Where did John-Paul Gustad go to law school?
John-Paul Gustad earned their education at (J.D., 1999); (M.F.A., 1990).
How can I contact John-Paul Gustad for a consultation?
You can contact John-Paul Gustad directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has John-Paul Gustad received?
John-Paul Gustad's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
University of North Dakota School of Law
- 1999
M.F.A.
University of Minnesota, Duluth
- 1990

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Washington
Admitted: 2001

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