Atty. William J. Dow

Atty. William J. Dow

William ("Bill") Dow joined Floyd, Pflueger, Kearns, Nedderman & Gress as an Associate in August 2017 and was promoted to Partner in June 2021. His practice focuses on general litigation and insurance defense.

Seattle Seattle 10 yrs experience 10 year
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Profile Summary

About William J. Dow at a glance

William J. Dow is a personal injury, real estate, estate litigation, and insurance attorney based in Seattle, Washington, practicing at Floyd, Pflueger, Kearns, Nedderman & Gress PS. They have 10+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2016. Admitted to practice in Washington (2016). Educated at Seattle University (JD, 2016) and University of Washington (—, 2013). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Real Estate (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants (2026). Serands clients in Seattle, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • William ("Bill") Dow joined Floyd, Pflueger, Kearns, Nedderman & Gress as an Associate in August 2017 and was promoted to Partner in June 2021
  • His practice focuses on general litigation and insurance defense
  • Prior to joining the firm, Bill practiced personal injury and general litigation at two plaintiff law firms in Seattle, both as a clerk during law school and as an associate upon graduation
  • He also served as a judicial extern to both the Honorable Ronald B. Leighton of the U.S
  • District Court for the Western District Court of Washington, and to the Honorable Carol Schapira of the King County Superior Court
  • Bill graduated from the University of Washington in 2013 with a B.S. in Economics and a B.A. in International Studies
  • He graduated from the Seattle University School of Law magna cum laude in 2016, where he received the CALI Excellence for the Future Award six times-twice in Constitutional Law, twice in Torts, and once in both Medical Liability and Criminal Procedure
  • Bill was also an Associate Editor of the Law Review
  • Since joining the firm, Bill has successfully obtained summary judgment on behalf of numerous tribal entities and individuals, and has resolved even more cases favorably for contractors, small businesses, and other clients
  • Bill has also been selected as a Super Lawyers Rising Star, a distinction awarded to less than 2.5 percent of attorneys statewide
  • A native of Issaquah, Bill enjoys running, playing ice hockey, and volunteering to prevent homelessness and housing instability

Practice Areas Explained

William J. Dow's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

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.

William J. Dow is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Washington →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

William J. Dow is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Washington →

Estate & Trust Litigation

William J. Dow is one of 20,023 estate litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate litigation attorneys in Washington →

Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

William J. Dow is one of 121,912 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance 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 William J. Dow

Where is William J. Dow's law office located?
William J. Dow's law practice is located in Seattle, Washington. The firm is Floyd, Pflueger, Kearns, Nedderman & Gress PS. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William J. Dow handle?
William J. Dow focuses on personal injury, real estate, estate litigation, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Washington.
How long has William J. Dow practiced law?
William J. Dow has 10+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2016.
Where did William J. Dow go to law school?
William J. Dow earned their education at (JD, 2016); (—, 2013).
How can I contact William J. Dow for a consultation?
You can contact William J. Dow 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 William J. Dow received?
William J. Dow's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Real Estate; Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants.

Education

JD
Seattle University
- 2016
University of Washington
- 2013

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Real Estate
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants
- 2026

Bar Admissions

Washington
Admitted: 2016

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