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Summit Law Group, PLLC

Litigation: General Commercial

USA Guide 2026 : Washington


Summit Law Group, PLLC

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About

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Summit’s litigation team consists of trial-tested litigators who have appeared in state, federal and appellate courts throughout the nation. The right result means something different to every customer. We work with our customers to understand their goals so that we can arrive at the right outcome for their needs. This includes a commitment to getting to know our customers on our dime, and to initiate and engage in frank conversations about budgets and fee structures that align with their needs. If our client needs to take a case through trial, we do that well, having tried some of the highest profile cases in the Northwest. Our peers, the judiciary, and our clients consistently rank us at the very top of the Pacific Northwest for our skills and results.

Areas of practice
• Complex commercial litigation
• Commercial contract disputes
• Fiduciary duty and closely-held company litigation
• Trade secrets and non-compete litigation
• First Amendment litigation
• Intellectual property litigation
• Environmental litigation
• Employment disputes
• Class actions

Chambers Review

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Litigation: General Commercial - Washington

Band 3

Band 3


What the Team is Known For

Summit Law Group, PLLC is praised particularly for its work in breach of contract, data privacy and environmental litigation, and for its handling of real estate and other commercial litigation matters. The firm has an impressive client base of local, national and global names in a number of industries, including technology, energy and aviation. It wins further recognition for its expertise in competition, IP and securities litigation.

Work Highlights

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  • Summit Law Group, PLLC represented Phillips 66 in lawsuits brought by Indian Tribes for public nuisance and products liability regarding environmental damage and global climate change allegedly caused by the company's oil and gas products.

Strengths

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  • The firm has rapid response times and an ability to marshal complex and dynamic situations.

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  • There is no question that my best interest is front and center. We have a working relationship based on listening to one another and working together to come up with the best solution to situations.

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  • This team distinguishes itself in its intellectual rigor, strategic clarity and empathy. It is also technically excellent and has an ability to communicate complex concepts in plain language.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 3Alex Baehr
    Band 3Alex Baehr

    Alex Baehr

    Alex Baehr is experienced in the handling of contentious commercial matters arising in the technology, professional services and finance sectors. He is regularly called upon to represent his clients in CPA, shareholder and trade secrets disputes.

    • Alex has the unique experience of having been in-house counsel which helps him understand the underlying considerations of a corporation when approaching any lawsuit.

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    • Alex is smart, responsive and a fighter.

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    • He knows the judiciary better than anyone. His insights into Seattle case trials are top notch for me.

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Ranked Individuals at Summit Law Group, PLLC (1)

Washington

Members

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  • Jeffrey M Feldman

  • Shannon Phillips

  • Lisa Herb

  • Michael Bolasina

  • David Smith

  • Treja Miranda

  • Lawrence Locker

  • Jesse Taylor

  • Selby Brown

  • Chris Wion

  • Seth Berntsen

  • Hathaway Burden

  • Diana Siri Breaux

  • John Henry

  • David Heineck

  • Colin Boyle

  • Quinn Oppenheim

  • Jessica Goldman

  • John Lee

  • J. Chad Mitchell

  • Alex Baehr

    Head of Department

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