Atty. Todd W. Gardner
Todd Gardner is a partner in the firm of Swanson Gardner Meyers, PLLC, located in Renton, Washington. His practice is limited to personal injury and wrongful death litigation.
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Todd W. Gardner is a Member based in Renton, Washington, practicing at Swanson Gardner Meyers Cohon, PLLC. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on car accidents, medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, and nursing home. Admitted to practice in Washington (1980). Educated at University of Washington (J.D. Economics, 1980) and University of Washington (B.A., 1977). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of American Association for Justice (AAJ) Washington Association for Justice (WSAJ) American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA) American Academy of Trial Attorneys (AATA) Seattle - King County Bar Association Washington State Bar Association. Serands clients in Renton, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Todd Gardner is a partner in the firm of Swanson Gardner Meyers, PLLC, located in Renton, Washington
- His practice is limited to personal injury and wrongful death litigation
- Mr. Gardner received his undergraduate degree in economics from the University of Washington in 1977 where he was a member of Phi Beta Kappa and graduated magna cum laude
- Mr. Gardner graduated from the University of Washington School of Law, with honors, in 1980
- Todd Gardner's track record of success in the courtroom is unparalleled
- He has won millions for his clients and their families, and has resulted in verdicts and awards exceeding $1 million in 20 cases he has brought to trial
- His achievements include securing the largest medical negligence verdict in Washington State, a record-setting $50 million, surpassing his own previous record
- He has also achieved significant verdicts in premises liability and road design defect cases, as well as the first million-dollar verdict for the death of a child in the state
- Additionally, Todd has negotiated the state's two largest single personal injury settlements
- A remarkable highlight of his career was in March 2022, where, as a lead counsel in a complex trial involving two deaths and three disabling injuries, he secured a groundbreaking $150 million verdict
- Through his exceptional legal skills, tireless dedication, and compassionate approach, Todd continues to be a pillar of strength and advocacy for his clients, upholding the firm's commitment to justice and setting high standards in personal injury law
- Nationally Recognized Legal Excellence Todd’s dedication and expertise have often been recognized on both the local and national stage
- In 2004, the Washington State Trial Lawyers Association honored him with the Washington Trial Lawyer of the Year Award, now known as Washington State Attorneys for Justice
- This accolade was followed in 2015 with the Washington Trial Lawyer of the Year Award by the American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA)
- For over a decade, he has been named a “Super Lawyer” by Washington Law and Politics, showcasing his sustained excellence in the field
- Todd's memberships in prestigious legal circles, such as the Inner Circle of Trial Advocates, The Damage Attorneys Round Table, ABOTA, and the American Academy of Trial Attorneys, reflect his esteemed status in the legal community
- He is also a member of the Washington State Association for Justice (WSAJ), the National Trial Lawyers Association, the American College of Trial Lawyers, Public Justice, the Washington Bar Association, and the King County Bar Association
- His legal skill and ethical standards have earned him Martindale Hubbell’s Pre-eminent AV rating, the highest peer review rating for legal ability and ethics
- Honors and Awards ABOTA Washington Trial Lawyer of the Year, 2015 WSAJ Trial Lawyer of the Year, 2014 Named in "Seattle's Best Lawyers" Seattle Metropolitan Magazine Washington Super Lawyer every year since 2003 Professional Associations and Memberships Inner Circle of Trial Advocates Damage Attorney's Round Table (DART) Million Dollar Advocates American College of Trial Lawyers (ACTL) The National Trial Lawyers, Top 100 Lawyers American Association for Justice (AAJ) Washington Association for Justice (WSAJ), Eagle Member Public Justice American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA) American Academy of Trial Attorneys (AATA) Seattle - King County Bar Association Washington State Bar Association
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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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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 Renton 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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