Atty. Matthew Sturtevant
Matt Sturtevant is a Seattle-based attorney who focuses on civil litigation involving construction matters, personal injury, and insurance coverage. He represents clients in disputes arising from construction projects and related liability claims.
Commercial Litigation Attorney · Serving Seattle, WA
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About Matthew Sturtevant at a Glance
Matthew Sturtevant is a business and litigation attorney based in Seattle, Washington, practicing at Williams Kastner. Admitted to practice in Washington, Washington State Bar Association. Educated at University of Washington (J.D., 2015) and Washington State University (B.A., 2011). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Environmental (2026). Serves clients in Seattle, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Matthew Sturtevant
- Matt Sturtevant is a Seattle-based attorney who focuses on civil litigation involving construction matters, personal injury, and insurance coverage
- He represents clients in disputes arising from construction projects and related liability claims
- Matt has experience defending general contractors in construction defect and worksite injury litigation and regularly works with expert witnesses in construction-related matters
- His practice also includes handling municipal law issues and insurance-related disputes
- Before joining Williams Kastner, Matt practiced in construction litigation and municipal law, developing experience in both project-related disputes and public sector matters
- Matt earned his J.D. from the University of Washington School of Law and his undergraduate degree from Washington State University
Practice Areas Explained
Matthew Sturtevant's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Matthew Sturtevant handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Seattle.
Business & Corporate Law in Seattle
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Civil Litigation in Seattle
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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 Matthew Sturtevant
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 Matthew Sturtevant's practice in the field of business and litigation.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business and litigation, Matthew Sturtevant 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 Matthew Sturtevant attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Matthew Sturtevant Handles in Seattle
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