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Best Lawyers recognized five HLFT attorneys for their excellence in litigation. Art Harrigan (Emeritus) – Appellate Practice, Commercial Litigation, Bet the Company Litigation Tim Leyh – Appellate Practice, Commercial Litigation, Litigation – Securities.  Tyler Farmer...

Harrigan Leyh Farmer & Thomsen, LLP, rated among the top civil litigation firms in Washington State, seeks an associate attorney with three or more years of complex litigation experience. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated attorney in search of a...

Once again, several of the firm’s trial lawyers have been recognized for their excellence by Super Lawyers.  Tim Leyh, Art Harrigan (Emeritus), Tyler Farmer,  Randall Thomsen, and Shane Cramer were named Super Lawyers while Chelsey Mam is recognized as a Rising Star....

Following a six-week trial involving over two dozen witnesses, on June 29, 2022 a jury awarded our client, King County, over $18 million as a result of defective piping installed throughout the county jail. The case spanned four years and ultimately resulted in the...

In its 2023 guide, Chambers ranked HLFT among the top handful of firms in Washington in the category of Litigation; General Commercial. Three of the firm’s partners – Arthur W. Harrigan, Jr., Timothy Leyh, and Tyler Farmer – also received individual honors. Chambers...

Tyler Farmer has contributed three chapters to the Seventh Edition of The Comprehensive Guide to Economic Damages published by Business Valuation Resources.  This edition marks the fifth time that Tyler’s work has been included the Guide, which is considered a leading...

Following an eight-day bench trial, on December 30, 2022, Judge Ricardo Martinez granted our client the Upper Skagit Indian Tribe’s motion and entered judgment in the Tribe’s favor.  In a subproceeding of the U.S. v. Washington case, the Court found that the evidence...

On December 7, the Washington State Supreme Court denied plaintiff – appellant’s petition to review a May 31, 2022 Court of Appeals ruling. In a complex case involving an international securities transaction and claims under the Washington State Securities Act (WSSA),...

U.S. News released its annual Best Law Firms rankings, again recognizing Harrigan Leyh Farmer Thomsen LLP. This year, U.S. News recognized the firm ins seven practice areas, including Tier 1 regional rankings for five practice areas: Tier 1: Appellate Practice...

HLFT and six of its partners have been recognized in Benchmark Litigation 2023, a guide that provides analysis of litigation firms in the United States.  For the eighth consecutive year, Benchmark Litigation recognized HLFT as “Highly Recommended” – the top...

Best Lawyers recognized four HLFT partners for their excellence in litigation. Art Harrigan – Appellate Practice, Commercial Litigation, Bet the Company Litigation, Litigation – Construction, Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions – Defendants, Intellectual Property...

Elisabeth joins the firm after serving as an Active Duty Captain in the United States Air Force JAG Corps.  During her most recent assignment as Special Victims’ Counsel, Elisabeth provided legal representation to victims of sexual assault and domestic violence at all...

Once again, several of the firm’s trial lawyers have been recognized for their excellence by Super Lawyers.  For the 17th year in a row, Tim Leyh is honored in the Top 100 of the Washington Super Lawyers list. Tyler Farmer was named to the Top 100 list for the fifth...

In a complex case involving an international securities transaction and claims under the Washington State Securities Act (WSSA), HLFT obtained a post-verdict ruling dismissing the plaintiff’s sole claim against our client.  The Court of Appeals affirmed the trial win,...

The firm recently defeated plaintiffs’ attempt to secure certification by the WD Washington federal court (Judge Tom Zilly) of a class of about 5,000 businesses and residents, asserting damages arising from the “CHOP.”  The CHOP refers to events occurring in...

Harrigan Leyh is pleased to announce that Bill Beaver and Chelsey Mam have joined the firm. Bill has 40 years’ experience practicing law in the Seattle area handling a wide variety of matters ranging from advising companies on employment relations and business matters...

HLFT and six of its partners have been recognized in Benchmark Litigation 2022, a guide that provides analysis of litigation firms in the United States.  For the seventh consecutive year, Benchmark Litigation recognized HLFT as “Highly Recommended” – the top...

Harrigan Leyh Farmer & Thomsen LLP is pleased to announce that Ariel Martinez has been elected to partner effective January 1, 2022.  Ariel is a trial lawyer and appellate advocate who represents state and local governments, individuals, and businesses in complex...

ASSOCIATE – COMPLEX LITIGATION. Harrigan Leyh Farmer & Thomsen, LLP, rated among the top civil litigation firms in Washington State, seeks an associate attorney with three or more years of complex litigation experience. This is an excellent opportunity for a...

SENIOR LITIGATION PARALEGAL HLFT is seeking a full-time experienced Senior Litigation Paralegal with 5+ years of complex litigation experience, including trial experience.  The candidate should have strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.  He...

On August 30, 2021, the Washington State Court of Appeals affirmed the King County Superior Court’s dismissal of a lawsuit seeking to restrict news programming broadcast by HLFT’s client.  HLFT partner Tyler Farmer handled oral argument via a remote video conference. ...

On August 19, 2021  Best Lawyers recognized five HLFT partners and 1 associate for their excellence in litigation. Art Harrigan – Appellate Practice, Commercial Litigation, Bet the Company Litigation, Litigation – Construction, Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions –...

Once again, several of the firm’s trial lawyers have been recognized for their excellence by Super Lawyers. Tim Leyh is again honored on the Super Lawyers  Top Ten list. For the 16th year in a row, he also was named to the Top 100 of the Washington Super Lawyers...

In its 2021 guide, Chambers ranked HLFT among the top handful of firms in Washington in the category of Litigation; General Commercial. Four of the firm’s partners – Arthur W. Harrigan, Jr., Timothy Leyh, Kristin Ballinger, and Tyler Farmer – also received individual...

HLFT and five of its partners have been recognized in Benchmark Litigation 2021, a guide that provides analysis of litigation firms in the United States.  For the sixth consecutive year, Benchmark Litigation recognized HLFT as “Highly Recommended” – the top...

ASSOCIATE – COMPLEX LITIGATION.  Harrigan Leyh Farmer & Thomsen, LLP, AV-rated firm specializing in complex litigation seeks an associate with two – four years of litigation and/or judicial clerkship experience.  This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated...

Tyler Farmer has contributed three chapters to the Fifth Edition of The Comprehensive Guide to Economic Damages published by Business Valuation Resources.  This edition marks the fourth time that Tyler’s work has been included the Guide, which is considered a leading...

On August 20, 2020 Best Lawyers recognized five HLFT partners and 2 associates for their excellence in litigation. Art Harrigan – Appellate Practice, Commercial Litigation, Bet the Company Litigation, Litigation – Construction, Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions –...

Once again, several of the firm’s trial lawyers have been recognized for their excellence by Super Lawyers. HLFT's Managing Partner Tim Leyh is honored on the Super Lawyers  Top Ten list. For the 15th year in a row, he also was named to the Top 100 of the Washington...

The firm is pleased to announce that our client, the State of Washington, has reached a $95 million settlement with Monsanto in State of Washington v. Monsanto (King County Sup. Ct.), over Monsanto’s manufacturing, marketing, and distribution of toxic polychlorinated...

In its 2020 guide, Chambers ranked HLFT among the top handful of practices in Washington in the category of Litigation; General Commercial. Four of the firm’s partners – Arthur W. Harrigan, Jr., Timothy Leyh, Kristin Ballinger, and Tyler Farmer – also received...

On April 7, 2020, the Washington State Court of Appeals affirmed a $2.1 million judgment in favor of Whitepages, Inc. against one of its competitors.  Spokeo, Inc. had sought $27 million in damages against Whitepages.  After defeating Spokeo’s claims at a five-week...

In a complex case involving an international securities transaction and claims under the Washington State Securities Act (WSSA), HLFT obtained a post-verdict ruling dismissing the plaintiff’s sole claim against our client.  The trial win protects a bequest to HLFT’s...

Earlier this month, Flynn’s Harp ranked its most important stories of the 2010 decade.  Coming out on top are two stories about HLFT founding partner Art Harrigan.  Flynn writes: The story that may have been the most impactful on the Seattle area in several ways was...

HLFT and five of its partners have been recognized in Benchmark Litigation 2020, a guide that provides analysis of litigation firms in the United States.  For the fifth consecutive year, Benchmark Litigation recognized HLFT as “Highly Recommended” – the top...

Firms included in the 2020 Edition of U.S. News – Best Lawyers “Best Law Firms” are recognized for professional excellence with consistently impressive ratings from clients and peers. To be eligible for a ranking, a firm must first have a lawyer recognized in The Best...

On August 15, 2019 Best Lawyers recognized all four named partners for their excellence in litigation. Tyler Farmer – Commercial Litigation Art Harrigan – Commercial Litigation, Bet the Company Litigation, Litigation – Construction, Mass Tort Litigation / Class...

Once again, several of the firm’s trial lawyers have been recognized for their excellence by Super Lawyers. For the 14th year in a row, Tim Leyh was named to the Top 100 of the Washington Super Lawyers list. Tyler Farmer was named to the Top 100 list for the second...

In its 2019 guide, Chambers, one of the oldest and most respected lawyer ratings firms, ranked HLFT among the top handful of practices in Washington in the category of Litigation; General Commercial. Four of the firm’s partners – Arthur W. Harrigan, Jr., Timothy Leyh,...

Ariel joins the firm from Ropes & Gray LLP, where she worked on matters involving complex litigation and government investigations relating to antitrust, securities enforcement, and anti-corruption. Ariel graduated with honors from Harvard Law School,...

On January 9, the State of Washington represented by Timothy Leyh, Randall Thomsen, and Shane Cramer prevailed at the United States District Court in a lawsuit against the State of Washington where the plaintiff alleged the State violated her civil rights,...

On December, 31, 2018, the Court of Appeals affirmed the trial court’s dismissal of the claims brought against Snohomish County for the deaths and property damage caused by the Oso Landside.  Harrigan Leyh attorneys Timothy Leyh, Randall Thomsen, and Kristin Ballinger...

On November 1, U.S. News released its Best Law Firms rankings, recognizing Harrigan Leyh Farmer Thomsen LLP in six different practice areas, including Tier 1 for Commercial Litigation.  U.S. News honored the firm’s practice...

On October 10, 2018 Benchmark Litigation released its 2019 edition, in which it recognizes six HLFT lawyers as Local Litigation Stars.  In addition, Benchmark Litigation included the Firm in the top tier (“Highly Recommended”) of Washington litigation firms. The...

We are happy to announce that HLFT Partner Tyler Farmer has been named a Fellow of the American Bar Foundation, which is among the world's leading research institutes for the empirical and interdisciplinary study of law. The Fellows comprise a global honorary society...

Tyler Farmer has contributed three chapters to the Fifth Edition of The Comprehensive Guide to Economic Damages published by Business Valuation Resources.  This edition marks the third time that Tyler’s work has been included the Guide, which is considered...

On August 15, 2018 Best Lawyers (2018) recognized three HLFT trial lawyers for their excellence in litigation. Tyler Farmer – Commercial Litigation Art Harrigan – Commercial Litigation, Bet the Company Litigation, Litigation – Construction, Mass Tort Litigation /...

On August 3, the Port of Seattle, represented by Timothy Leyh, Randall Thomsen, and Kristin Ballinger, prevailed at the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals in a lawsuit concerning the Rails to Trails Act, 16 U.S.C. § 1247(d).  The Port and other local...

Capping a significant win at trial, on August 1, HLFT client Whitepages, Inc., prevailed on all post-trial motions in a lawsuit brought by competitor Spokeo, Inc.  In February, the five-week trial ended with the jury finding in favor of Whitepages on four...

Harrigan Leyh Farmer & Thomsen LLP, a top ranked, AV- rated Seattle firm focusing on complex litigation seeks an associate with two – four years of litigation and/or judicial clerkship experience.  This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated...

Once again, several of the firm’s trial lawyers have been recognized for their excellence by Super Lawyers. For the 13th year in a row, Tim Leyh was named to the Top 100 of the Washington Super Lawyers list.  Art Harrigan, Tyler Farmer, Randall Thomsen and...

Today, in a 7-2 decision in Upper Skagit Indian Tribe v. Lundgren, No. 17-387, the United States Supreme Court reversed and remanded a decision by the Washington State Supreme Court adverse to the Tribe.  In 2013, the Tribe bought approximately 40 acres of...

In its 2018 guide, Chambers ranked the firm among the top handful of practices in Washington in the category of Litigation; General Commercial. Two of the firm’s partners – Arthur W. Harrigan, Jr., and Timothy Leyh – also received individual ranking...

Yesterday, a 12 person King County Superior Court jury rejected multi-million dollar damage claims made against a Seattle technology company defended by Harrigan Leyh attorneys Timothy Leyh, Tyler Farmer, Kristin Ballinger and Shane Cramer, and paralegals...

On Friday, December 8, 2017, the United States Supreme Court agreed to review the Washington State Supreme Court’s decision in Lundgren v. Upper Skagit Indian Tribe, 187 Wn.2d 857, 389 P.3d 569 (2017).  The petition for certiorari, which was filed by the...

On October 3, 2017 Benchmark Litigation released its 2018 edition, in which it recognizes six HLFT lawyers as Local Litigation Stars.  In addition, Benchmark Litigation included the Firm in the top tier (“Highly Recommended”) of Washington litigation...

On August 15, 2017 Best Lawyers (2018) recognized three HLFT lawyers for their legal excellence. Art Harrigan – Litigation – Intellectual Property, Commercial Litigation, Bet the Company Litigation, Litigation – Construction, Mass Tort Litigation / Class...

Once again, several of the firm’s trial lawyers have been recognized for their excellence by Super Lawyers.  Art Harrigan, Tim Leyh, Tyler Farmer, Randall Thomsen and Val Tollefson were named Super Lawyers.  Each year, no more than five percent of the...

Harrigan Leyh Farmer & Thomsen LLP once again ranked as a top-tier commercial litigation firm in Chambers USA, one of the legal industry’s most respected rankings lists. In its 2017 guide, Chambers ranked the firm among the top handful of practices in...

On April 24, 2017, Fox 13 broadcast a story covering HLFT partner Art Harrigan’s role in keeping the Mariners in Seattle.  The full broadcast is available here.

On March 28, 2017, the Ninth Circuit affirmed summary judgment in favor of the Port of Seattle against a Port employee’s claim that the Port had breached certain promises contained in its employee handbook.  The Ninth Circuit previously had affirmed...

Seattle attorney Tyler L. Farmer, of the law firm Harrigan Leyh Farmer & Thomsen, LLP, has been selected as a Fellow of the Litigation Counsel of America.  Tyler has represented numerous clients in federal and state courts throughout the country. ...

Best Lawyers, among the oldest and most respected peer review publication in the United States, has honored HLFT partners Art Harrigan and Tim Leyh.  In the Winter 2017 edition, Best Lawyers recognized Art Harrigan for Bet-the-Company Litigation,...

Harrigan Leyh Farmer & Thomsen is pleased to announce that Kristin Ballinger has been elected to partner effective January 1, 2017.  Kristin is a trial lawyer and appellate advocate who represents state and local governments, individuals, and...

Working closely with members of the Snohomish County Prosecutor’s office, HLFT attorneys Tim Leyh, Randall Thomsen, and Kristin Ballinger obtained a judgment dismissing all claims against the County in four consolidated cases arising out of the tragic 2014...

In its 2016 edition, Benchmark Litigation recognized six HLFT lawyers as Local Litigation Stars: Michelle Buhler – Insurance, Maritime Tyler Farmer -  General Commercial Art Harrigan – Competition, General Commercial, Professional Liability Chip Jordan -...

Flynn's Harp Covers Art Harrigan's Role in Seattle Sports Franchise Litigation The May 18, 2016 column of Flynn’s Harp recounts the role of CHLE co-founder, Art Harrigan, in key litigation that kept two of the city’s professional sports franchises in...

In March 2016, Harrigan Leyh Farmer & Thomsen Managing Partner Timothy G. Leyh was inducted as a Fellow into the American College of Trial Lawyers.  Tim joins Art Harrigan and Val Tollefson as Fellows. Founded in 1950, the College is composed of the...

On May 27, 2016, Chambers & Partners USA announced that it once again ranks Art Harrigan and Tim Leyh among the top trial lawyers in the state. The full Chambers USA editorial review is available here The Chambers USA honor follows Benchmark...

HLFT obtained unanimous rulings in two related cases from the Washington State Supreme Court.  The firm represented the State of Washington and the Department of Retirement Systems in defending two class actions by current and former state employees who...

Harrigan Leyh is pleased to announce that its partner Tyler Farmer was named to the Top 100 2015 Washington Super Lawyers List by Washington Law & Politics Magazine/Thomson Reuters. Tyler’s practice emphasizes complex commercial litigation, including...

Once again, the firm’s attorneys have been honored by Super Lawyers.  Art Harrigan, Tim Leyh, Tyler Farmer, Randall Thomsen and Val Tollefson were named Super Lawyers.  Each year, no more than five percent of the lawyers in the state are selected by Super...

Harrigan Leyh obtained a unanimous ruling from the Washington State Supreme Court in Cedar River Water and Sewer District, et al. v. King County.  The firm represented King County against approximately $250 million in claims brought by two local water and...

The firm recently obtained a $14.5 million verdict on behalf of its client, Microsoft, in Microsoft Corp. v. Motorola, Inc., et al., No. 10-cv-1823 JLR (W.D. Wash.).  The case involved Motorola’s breach of commitments it made to standard setting...

The firm recently obtained what one commentator described as “a rare and important Robinson-Patman decision” in the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals, affirming a federal district court summary judgment in favor of defendant Allied Exhaust Systems, Inc.,...