Attendees can expect to learn about various Seattle labor ordinances and how they will impact anyone working in Seattle, but particularly remote employees who are returning to work in Seattle. Ordinances discussed with include the new Independent Contractor Protections Ordinance, the Wage Theft Ordinance, Paid Sick and Safe Time Ordinance, the Minimum Wage Ordinance, and…
Attorneys can expect to learn everything they need to about expungements and sealings of criminal records. Starting with outlining the differences between expungement and sealing. Then hearing who can have their records expunged/sealed. Beginning with expungement, it will be explained exactly what parameters must be in place in order for an individual to get their…
The Washington Court of Appeals recently held that time spent on out-of-town travel is “hours worked” and compensable. In this presentation, participants can expect to learn about the new law, as well as an overview of Washington laws regarding travel that is and is not compensable. Participants can also expect to learn about related laws…
Matthew Philbrook · Barbara A. Bowden · Nathan Webb · Claire Kintanar
Session I - Client Interview: Information Gathering, Written Fee Agreement, DOL Hearing, and Ascertaining the Client’s Goal – Matthew Philbrook Effective DUI defense begins when the phone rings. Matthew Philbrook will discuss information and strategies helpful to reduce bad evidence after the arrest but before the BAC test and DUI Investigation Interview. For many clients…
Mark Baumann · Kenneth Brewe · Kevin Scudder · Heather E. Forrler · Brian Edwards
Session I – Client counseling with the Integrative Client-Centered Model – Mark Baumann Client counseling involves complex relationship skills which take years to develop. The learning process can be sped up with a general organizing framework. We’ll look at two frameworks, one for understanding the psychology, neurobiology and social aspects which describe the underlying reasons…
Washington State Cannabis Laws – Aaron Pelley & Fabiola Jimenez In this CLE, Cannabis Attorneys Aaron Pelley and Fabiola Jimenez will cover the state of the law in Cannabis and what is allowed in adult recreational use. In addition, they will cover recent developments in the legislature on cannabis use, advertising, and licensing. Key Topics…