Atty. Michael Grattan Thompson
Michael Grattan Thompson is a lawyer practicing workers compensation, disability, social security and 2 other areas of law. Michael received a B.A. degree from University of Washington in 1983, and has been licensed for 39 years.
Disability & More Attorney · Serving Spokane, WA · 39+ Years Experience
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About Michael Grattan Thompson at a Glance
Michael Grattan Thompson is a Member based in Spokane, Washington, practicing at Michael G. Thompson Attorney at Law, PLLC. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on personal injury, workers comp, ssd, and securities. Admitted to practice in Washington (1987). Educated at Gonzaga University School of Law (J.D., 1986) and University of Washington (B.A. Speech, 1983). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Spokane County, Washington State (Member: Creditor-Debtor Law Section) Federal and American Bar Associations. Serves clients in Spokane, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael Grattan Thompson
- Michael Grattan Thompson is a lawyer practicing workers compensation, disability, social security and 2 other areas of law
- Michael received a B.A. degree from University of Washington in 1983, and has been licensed for 39 years
- Michael practices at Michael G. Thompson Attorney at Law, PLLC in Spokane, WA
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Michael Grattan Thompson's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Grattan Thompson handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Spokane.
Personal Injury in Spokane
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.
Michael Grattan Thompson is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Washington →
Workers Compensation in Spokane
Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.
Michael Grattan Thompson is one of 54,932 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Washington →
Social Security Disability in Spokane
SSDI and SSI attorneys for disability claims, denied benefits, and Social Security appeals.
Michael Grattan Thompson is one of 26,311 ssd attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ssd attorneys in Washington →
Securities Law in Spokane
Michael Grattan Thompson is one of 64,075 securities attorneys indexed nationally. Browse securities attorneys in Washington →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Spokane
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 Spokane 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.
Spokane Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Spokane-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 Spokane Choose Michael Grattan Thompson
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 Michael Grattan Thompson's practice in the field of personal injury, workers comp, ssd, and securities.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael Grattan Thompson brings 39+ 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 personal injury, workers comp, and ssd, Michael Grattan Thompson can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Spokane
A Spokane-based practice means Michael Grattan Thompson 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 Michael Grattan Thompson Handles in Spokane
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Michael Grattan Thompson 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 Michael Grattan Thompson directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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