Josh frequently advises clients on day-to-day compliance issues regarding both state and federal employment laws and spends a considerable amount of time drafting policies and procedures that serve as a tool for compliance.
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Joshua “Josh” is a member in the firm's Employment and Labor group. His practice focuses on litigation with an emphasis in employment law. He has represented public and private employers in employment matters involving allegations of discrimination, wrongful termination, harassment, and retaliation. Josh has investigated and successfully defended employers against claims of harassment and discrimination in the workplace.
When he is able to spare some free time, Josh enjoys basketball, snowboarding, golf and playing the guitar.
- J.D., Seattle University
- Presidential Law Scholarship, Receiver
- Cheney/Metzger Legal Writing Scholarship, Finalist
- Alpha Sigma Nu Honor Society, Member
- Homeless Rights Advocacy Project, Member
- B.A., University of Washington
- Double major: Political Science and Philosophy
- Author, “Washington’s Paid Family Medical Leave Act,” King County Bar Bulletin, (February 2020)
- Author, “Silenced No More Act; Equal Pay and Opportunities Act; Ending Forced Arbitration of Sexual Assault and Harassment Act.“
- Author, “At What Cost: The Minimum Cost of Criminalizing Homelessness in Seattle and Spokane,” Social Science Research Network (SSRN), (May 2015)
- Josh frequently conducts client presentations regarding compliance with state and federal laws regarding discrimination, harassment, and employee leave.
- Washington State Bar Association
- King County Bar Association
- U.S. District Court, Western District of Washington
- U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Washington
- U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
- Seattle Clemency Project (Board Member)
