Atty. Stew Cogan

Atty. Stew Cogan

Stew Cogan is a lawyer practicing arbitration, mediation, dispute resolution. Stew received a B.A. degree from University of California at Berkeley in 1973, and has been licensed for 50 years.

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Profile Summary

About Stew Cogan at a glance

Stew Cogan is a Member based in Seattle, Washington, practicing at Stew Cogan, Arbitrator-Mediator. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on litigation and adr. Admitted to practice in Washington (1976). Educated at Harvard University (J.D., 1976) and University of California at Berkeley (B.A., 1973). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Treasurer, 1981-1982 Second Vice President, 1987-1988 First Vice President, 1988-1989 President, 1989-1990), Washington State (President, Young Lawyers Section, 1982-1983) and American Bar Associations American Academy of Hospital Attorneys Washington Sta, King County. Serands clients in Seattle, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Stew Cogan is a lawyer practicing arbitration, mediation, dispute resolution
  • Stew received a B.A. degree from University of California at Berkeley in 1973, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • Stew practices at Stew Cogan, Arbitrator-Mediator in Seattle, WA

Practice Areas Explained

Stew Cogan's Areas of Practice

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

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

Stew Cogan is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr 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 Stew Cogan

Where is Stew Cogan's law office located?
Stew Cogan's law practice is located in Seattle, Washington. The firm is Stew Cogan, Arbitrator-Mediator. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Stew Cogan handle?
Stew Cogan focuses on litigation, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Washington.
How long has Stew Cogan practiced law?
Stew Cogan has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did Stew Cogan go to law school?
Stew Cogan earned their education at (J.D., 1976); (B.A., 1973).
How can I contact Stew Cogan for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Stew Cogan received?
Stew Cogan's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Harvard University
- 1976
B.A.
University of California at Berkeley
- 1973

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Washington
Admitted: 1976

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