Brad’s practice focuses on litigation, complex construction claims, contract disputes/interpretation, and resolution of bond, retainage, and lien claim situations. Through litigation, mediation, arbitration, and settlement, Brad has successfully resolved construction claims in state and federal courts, as well as before arbitration panels in the western United States, Texas, Florida, and Washington, D.C. Over the past 28 years, he has built a reputation as a leading construction litigator. Brad has extensive experience in developing, drafting and revising contract documents and procedures. He has negotiated numerous construction contracts, joint venture agreements, as well as architecture and engineering contracts and subcontracts.

Professional and Civic Involvement

American Bar Association, Public Contract Law and Forum on the Construction Industry Sections
Steering Committee, Division 2, Forum on the Construction Industry
Washington State Bar Association, Construction Law and Litigation Sections
King County Bar Association
Associated General Contractors of Washington, Legal Affairs Committee, Chairman 2006-2007

Courts

Washington State Courts
U.S. District Court, Eastern District, Washington
U.S. District Court, Western District, Washington
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
U.S. Court of Federal Claims

Education

J.D., University of Washington, with honors, 1980
B.A., University of Washington, Political Science, 1977