Bullivant Houser Bailey

Next up in our Employee Spotlight Series, we interviewed Ginger Erickson-Gettel, our ace Human Resources and Benefits Administrator, and learned about her philosophy on making HR approachable and accessible, as well as her garden and her four cats! Read it here: https://lnkd.in/gvwuvpAU

Join us in congratulating 30 Bullivant attorneys for their inclusion in the 2025 Best Lawyers in America and Best Lawyers Ones to Watch lists. This talented team was recognized by their peers for their leadership, skill, and judgement in a range of practice areas, from Insurance Law and Commercial Litigation to Intellectual Property Law and Mass Tort Litigation, among many others. Our ranked Best Lawyers include: Andrew Downs, Penn Gheen, Evelyn (Evie) Winters, Jeanne Loftis, John Kreutzer, John Osburn, Laura Caldera Loera, Lloyd Bernstein, Loren Podwill, Marilyn Raia, Matt Casey, Matt Wojcik, Megan Cook, Michael Guadagno, Nicole Brodie Jackson, Peder Rigsby, Randy Arthur, Ron Richman, Samuel Ruby, Thomas Hutchinson, and Wilhelm Dingler. Our listed Ones to Watch include Bryce Adams, Amanda Bryan, Jackie Mitchson, Richard Williams, Jared Kiess, and Owen Mooney. https://lnkd.in/g5D9USUh

Jeanne Loftis – A fearless champion in sports and in courts – is expanding her team and looking for the right candidate. Jeanne Loftis is a nationally-recognized trial attorney passionate about defending companies in the Pacific Northwest during the most stressful situations they will ever face. Not only is Jeanne passionate about defending her clients in the courtroom, she is a champion for underdogs and people’s rights. As a mother of a child with an intellectual disability, she started a Catholic education nonprofit promoting inclusivity of students with special needs. A self-proclaimed thrill seeker, she enjoys outdoor activities and sports; she was a rock climber, ski instructor and rafting guide before becoming a lawyer. Read about the open position with Jeanne's team here: https://lnkd.in/g8VWe9gg

Important news from California: Shareholders Andrew Downs and Samuel Ruby explain the California Supreme Court's John's Grill decision and its implications for insurers. https://lnkd.in/gQDKwDRv

We are proud to announce that nine Bullivant Houser Washington and Oregon attorneys have been named to the 2024 Super Lawyers and Rising Stars lists. Congratulations to Super Lawyers, Evelyn (Evie) Winters, Matthew Sekits, Matt Wojcik, Michael Guadagno, Jeanne Loftis, and Loren Podwill, and also to Rising Stars Hayley Hollis, Jackie Mitchson, and Stu Cassel for their outstanding achievements in personal injury, business, insurance, surety, and civil litigation. Read more about this recognition and their accomplishments: https://lnkd.in/gAGa7cam

Well, this anniversary crept up on me. 24 years ago today my partners at Derby, Cook, Quinby & Tweedt and I merged Derby Cook into Bullivant Houser Bailey. It's still the best business decision I've ever made.

Man has this been a challenging year so far! I am ready for some fun in Walla Walla at the Washington Defense Trial Lawyers (WDTL) Annual Convention. What better way to connect than to mix wine, sun, and CLEs. Check out the list of events - great puns abound. I'll be speaking on a panel on Saturday and look forward to seeing you there! https://lnkd.in/g9dAmyZj

Subtle updates to summary judgments: Governor Newsom has signed AB 2049, effective January 1, 2025, which introduces key changes to summary judgment rules in California. Learn more from Andrew Downs about these procedural updates: https://lnkd.in/gMqrjm3G

We are proud to announce that five Bullivant Houser California attorneys have been named to the 2024 Northern California Super Lawyers, part of Thomson Reuters list. Congratulations to Andrew Downs, Ann K. Johnston, Marilyn Raia, Ron Richman, and Samuel Ruby for their outstanding achievements in insurance, transportation/maritime, and business litigation. Read more about this recognition and their accomplishments: https://lnkd.in/gDQX2sf7