Brett McCandlis Brown & Conner PLLC
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Founded in 1972, Brett McCandlis Brown & Conner PLLC, located primarily in Bellingham and Seattle, Washington, has been dedicated to defending the 'little guy' for over 40 years. The firm is known for its expertise in personal injury and wrongful death law, with a track record of successfully handling cases related to automobile accidents, industrial mishaps, medical malpractice, and more. Their strong commitment to their clients' well-being, coupled with their litigation experience and negotiation skills, make them a trusted choice for individuals seeking justice and compensation for their injuries.
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Mediation type
Divorce / family law, Family dispute, Community / neighbor, Small claims / civil law, Family / small business, Commercial business, Commercial property, Employment, Real estate
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Brett McCandlis Brown & Conner PLLC
1310 10th Street
Bellingham, WA 98225
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Work Experience
U.S. Magistrate Judge
Western District of Washington
2016 - Present
Managing Partner
Brett McCandlis & Brown PLLC
2015 - Present
Pro Tem Commissioner
Whatcom County Superior Court
2011 - Present
Partner
Brett Murphy Knapp McCandlis & Brown
2011 - 2015
Supervising Attorney
Law Advocates, Bellingham, Wa
2006 - 2010
Adjunct Professor
Whatcom Community College
2006 - 2009
Attorney
Paula McCandlis Attorney at Law
1997 - 2011
Partner
Brett McCandlis & Brown PLLC
2015 - Present
Magistrate Judge
United States District Court for Western District of Washington
2005 - Present
Partner
Brett Murphy Knapp McCandlis & Brown PLLC
2014 - 2015
Partner
Brett Murphy Coats Knapp McCandlis & Brown
2011 - 2014
Partner
Brett & Coats Personal Injury Attorneys
2006 - 2011
Partner
Brett & Daugert
1972 - 2006
Managing Partner
Brett McCandlis & Brown PLLC
2015 - Present
Partner
Brett Murphy Knapp McCandlis & Brown, PLLC
2011 - 2015
Attorney
Brett & Coats Personal Injury Attorneys
2009 - 2011
Deputy Public Defender
Whatcom County Public Defenders Office
2007 - 2009
Attorney
Brett McCandlis Brown & Conner, PLLC
2020 - Present
Attorney
GLP Attorneys, P.S., Inc.
2016 - 2020
In-House Counsel
Saturna Capital Corporation
2013 - 2015
Equal Employment Opportunity Specialist
U.S. Army Corps Of Engineers
2012 - 2012
Summer Associate
Hillis Clark Martin Peterson
2011 - 2011
Justice Mary Fairhurst's Chambers
Washington Supreme Court
2011 - 2011
Summer Associate
Stoel Rives
2010 - 2010
Legal Assistant
Chang & Boos
2009 - 2009
Attorney
Brett McCandlis & Brown - Washington's Injury Lawyers
2014 - Present
Education
Gonzaga University School of Law
1996
University of California - Santa Cruz
1993
Stanford University
1972
Whitman College
1968
University of Colorado School of Law
2007
University of Washington -Seattle
1999
University of Washington School of Law
2015
University of Washington School of Law
2012
University of Washington
2006
Seattle University School of Law
2014
Willamette University
2004
Stanford University
Law
1972
Whitman College
University of Colorado School of Law
2007
University of Washington -Seattle
Psychology
1999
Seattle University School of Law
Law
2014
Willamette University
Economics
2004
University of Washington School of Law
Taxation
2015
University of Washington School of Law
Law
2012
University of Washington
Economics and Spanish
2006
Gonzaga University School of Law
Law
1996
University of California - Santa Cruz
Philosophy/Legal Studies
1993
Associations & Affiliations
Whatcom County Bar Association
President
Whatcom County Bar Association
By-Law Committee Member
Washington State Trial Lawyers Association
Eagle Member
Whatcom County Bar Association
Member of Rules Committee
Whatcom County Bar Association
Vice President
Brigid Collins Family Support Center
Past President, Board of Directors
Brigid Collins Family Support Center
Board Member
Whatcom County Bar Association Newsletter
Editorial Board
American College of Trial Lawyers
Fellow
Washington State Bar Association
Local District Counsel
Association of Trial Lawyers of America
Member
Washington State Association for Justice
Eagle Member
Whatcom Museum of History and Art
Board of Directors
Bellingham-Whatcom Public Facilities District
Board of Directors
Whatcom County Bar Association
President
Washington State Association for Justice
Board of Governors
Washington State Association for Justice
Board Representative in 2nd Congressional District
Washington State Association for Justice
Roundtable Chair
Washington Association for Justice
Eagle
Whatcom County Public Defender Advisory Committee
Whatcom County Bar Association Representative
Whatcom County Bar Association
President
Washington State Association for Justice
Eagle Member
Skagit County Bar Association
Member
Whatcom County Bar Association
Member
Whatcom County Bar Association
Secretary
Whatcom County Bar Association
Vice President
Washington State Bar Association
Member
Publications
JD Supra Legal News
2013
JD Supra Legal News
2013
Washington State Association for Justice
Plaintiff's Environmental Disaster Litigation
Washington State Association for Justice
Spotting Winners and Losers Early
Washington State Association for Justice
The Use of Focus Groups (Mock Juries)
Trial News
Dram Shop Liability
Trial News
Drunk driver falls through the cracks, causes head on collision
JD Supra Legal News
2013
JD Supra Legal News
2013
Speaking Engagements
Judge Mura Retirement Dinner
Honoring Judge Mura
2013
Volunteer Appreciation Night
Master of Ceremonies
2012
Whatcom, Skagit, & Island Counties Bi-Annual Golf Tournament
Master of Ceremonies/Event Organizer
2012
Express CLE
Ethics - Client Intake
2011
Whatcom, Skagit, & Island Counties Bi-Annual Golf Tournament
Master of Ceremonies/Event Organizer
2010
Whatcom, Skagit, & Island Counties Bi-Annual Golf Tournament
Master of Ceremonies/Event Organizer
2008
Street Law 101 CLE
Family Law
2004
Electronic Discovery and Live Depositions
Taking the Expert Witness Deposition
2010
WSTLA Seminar
The Art and Science of Persuasion
Whatcom County Bar Association Seminar
How to Mediate a Personal Injury Case
University of Washington Course on Trial Advocacy
Voir Dire and Closing Argument
Seminar
Closing Argument
Legal industry speaking engagement
History and Function of Voire Dire in the American Justice System
2012
Legal industry speaking engagement
The Death Penalty in American Society
2012
Western Washington University
Mock Trial Judge
2021
Civics Class
Hot Coffee and Tort Reform
2017
Whatcom Land Trust Spring Event
Fundraising
2016
Services offered
Insurance Attorney
Mediator
Personal Injury Lawyer