Atty. Marie A. Docter

Atty. Marie A. Docter

Marie Docter is an aggressive personal injury lawyer with years of experience and success with injury claims. She has specialized in maritime law for over a decade in cases involving seamen's injuries, safety, and wage and contract claims.

Lakewood Lakewood 26 yrs experience 26 year
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About Marie A. Docter at a glance

Marie A. Docter is an Associate based in Lakewood, Washington, practicing at The Law Offices of Briggs & Briggs. They have 26+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2000. Their practice focuses on personal injury and maritime. Admitted to practice in Washington (2000). Educated at Seattle University School of Law (J.D., 2000) and The Master's College (B.A. English, 1988). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Washington State Bar Association. Serands clients in Lakewood, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Marie Docter is an aggressive personal injury lawyer with years of experience and success with injury claims
  • She has specialized in maritime law for over a decade in cases involving seamen's injuries, safety, and wage and contract claims
  • Marie graduated with academic honors from Seattle University School of Law in 2000
  • Marie represents clients in State and Federal cases related to incidents that have occurred in Washington and across the globe
  • Marie has represented clients in multi-district litigation actions for product defects as well as personal injury, wrongful death, premises liability, insurance claims, Jones Act claims, seaman and maritime claims, and class action claims associated with defective medical products
  • Marie represents personal injury clients in Pierce, Thurston, Mason, Grays Harbor, Lewis and Kitsap Counties
  • If you are unable to visit our office because of your injuries, call Marie and she will schedule a time when she can come to you

Practice Areas Explained

Marie A. Docter's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Marie A. Docter handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

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.

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Maritime & Admiralty Law

Maritime attorneys for Jones Act claims, longshore injury, cruise ship cases, and offshore matters.

Marie A. Docter is one of 11,568 maritime attorneys indexed nationally. Browse maritime 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 Lakewood 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 Marie A. Docter

Where is Marie A. Docter's law office located?
Marie A. Docter's law practice is located in Lakewood, Washington. The firm is The Law Offices of Briggs & Briggs. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Marie A. Docter handle?
Marie A. Docter focuses on personal injury, maritime. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Washington.
How long has Marie A. Docter practiced law?
Marie A. Docter has 26+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2000.
Where did Marie A. Docter go to law school?
Marie A. Docter earned their education at (J.D., 2000); (B.A. English, 1988).
How can I contact Marie A. Docter for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Marie A. Docter received?
Marie A. Docter's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Seattle University School of Law
- 2000
B.A. English
The Master's College
- 1988

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Washington
Admitted: 2000

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