Atty. W. Mitchell Cogdill

Atty. W. Mitchell Cogdill

I have been a trial lawyer my entire career and the senior partner in Cogdill Nichols Rein Wartelle Andrews. While the firm provides a wide range of services and expertise, including estate planning, family law, boundary line matters and criminal law, my experience is unique, specific, and well honed.

Everett Everett 58 yrs experience 58 year
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Car, Truck & Motorcycle Accident Cases & More Attorney · Serving Everett, WA · 58+ Years Experience

Profile Summary

About W. Mitchell Cogdill at a Glance

W. Mitchell Cogdill is a Partner based in Everett, Washington, practicing at Cogdill Nichols Rein Wartelle Andrews. They have 58+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1968. Their practice focuses on car accidents, medical malpractice, personal injury, employment, and motorcycle. Admitted to practice in Washington (1968). Educated at University of Washington School of Law (J.D., 1968) and University of Washington (B.A. Political, 1965). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Everett, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated October 2026

About W. Mitchell Cogdill

  • I have been a trial lawyer my entire career and the senior partner in Cogdill Nichols Rein Wartelle Andrews
  • While the firm provides a wide range of services and expertise, including estate planning, family law, boundary line matters and criminal law, my experience is unique, specific, and well honed
  • This experience includes many jury trials, complex commercial litigation, complex dissolution matters, lengthy medical malpractice trials and resolution, as well as the every day automobile collision injury case
  • I started practicing as a general practitioner and have handled a capital murder case and other criminal jury trials, as well as numerous labor related issues, both Union side and employer side
  • Over the past several years, I have concentrated on litigation involving personal injuries, medical related issues, as well as complex commercial and labor litigation
  • I enjoy in my time out of the office spending time with my family, fishing and traveling

Practice Areas Explained

W. Mitchell Cogdill's Areas of Legal Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases W. Mitchell Cogdill handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Everett.

Car Accidents in Everett

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

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Medical Malpractice in Everett

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

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Personal Injury in Everett

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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Employment Law in Everett

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Motorcycle Accidents in Everett

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Jurisdictional Context

Why Local Counsel Matters in Everett

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 Everett 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.

Everett Courts and Legal Process

Choosing a Everett-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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Frequently Asked

Common Questions About W. Mitchell Cogdill

Where is W. Mitchell Cogdill's law office located?
W. Mitchell Cogdill's law practice is located in Everett, Washington. The firm is Cogdill Nichols Rein Wartelle Andrews. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does W. Mitchell Cogdill handle?
W. Mitchell Cogdill focuses on car accidents, medical malpractice, personal injury, employment, motorcycle. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Washington.
How long has W. Mitchell Cogdill practiced law?
W. Mitchell Cogdill has 58+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1968.
Where did W. Mitchell Cogdill go to law school?
W. Mitchell Cogdill earned their education at (J.D., 1968); (B.A. Political, 1965).
How can I contact W. Mitchell Cogdill for a consultation?
You can contact W. Mitchell Cogdill directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has W. Mitchell Cogdill received?
W. Mitchell Cogdill's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Professional Profile

Why Clients in Everett Choose W. Mitchell Cogdill

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 W. Mitchell Cogdill's practice in the field of car accidents, medical malpractice, personal injury, employment, and motorcycle.

Decade-Tested Legal Experience

W. Mitchell Cogdill brings 58+ 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 car accidents, medical malpractice, and personal injury, W. Mitchell Cogdill can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.

Local Presence in Everett

A Everett-based practice means W. Mitchell Cogdill attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.

Case Types

Common Legal Issues W. Mitchell Cogdill Handles in Everett

Below is a representative sample of the types of matters W. Mitchell Cogdill 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.

Surgical error claims
Medical Malpractice
Misdiagnosis and delayed diagnosis
Medical Malpractice
Birth injury lawsuits
Medical Malpractice
Hospital negligence
Medical Malpractice
Car accident injury claims
Personal Injury
Slip and fall cases
Personal Injury
Wrongful death suits
Personal Injury
Workers' compensation appeals
Personal Injury
Wrongful termination claims
Employment
Workplace discrimination
Employment
Wage and hour disputes
Employment
Non-compete agreement review
Employment

This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact W. Mitchell Cogdill directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.

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Education & Law School Background

J.D.
University of Washington School of Law
- 1968
B.A. Political
University of Washington
- 1965

Awards & Professional Honors

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions & Licensed Jurisdictions

Washington
Admitted: 1968

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