Business Details
34 Years
experience
Emergency
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Civil Litigation Attorneys in Seattle
Founded in 1992 by Mark Northcraft, our law firm specializes in civil litigation, representing clients in aviation, construction, employment law, insurance defense, product liability, personal injury, and public entities. With decades of combined experience, we provide strategic legal solutions tailored to each client's unique needs. Our team of attorneys and legal professionals is committed to delivering high-quality representation in state and federal courts across the Pacific Northwest. We leverage advanced research tools and technology to ensure efficient case management while maintaining a strong focus on client communication and satisfaction.Our shareholders have successfully litigated complex cases before the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals, Washington Court of Appeals, and Washington Supreme Court. For over 30 years, we have built a reputation for excellence through meticulous preparation, courtroom expertise, and a client-centered approach that prioritizes achieving favorable outcomes. Our immediate response services for urgent construction-related matters demonstrate our commitment to timely and effective legal support.
Services
Aviation Law
Construction Defects
Employment Law
Insurance Defense
Insurance Coverage
Municipal Liability
Personal Injury
Product Liability
School Liability
Sports Injuries
Details
- Year established: 1992
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years of experience in civil litigation and appellate practice
- Our attorneys handle complex cases across multiple jurisdictions in the Pacific Northwest
- We utilize state-of-the-art research and technology for efficient case management
- Our shareholders have successfully litigated before the Washington Supreme Court and Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals
- We offer immediate response services for urgent construction-related legal matters
Services
Aviation Law
Our aviation law practice handles cases involving aircraft manufacturers, air carriers, and airport operations. We litigate issues ranging from manufacturing defects to pilot error and FAA regulation compliance. With expertise in federal aviation regulations and extensive experience in major personal injury litigation, we represent domestic and international clients in complex aviation disputes.
Construction Defects
We provide comprehensive legal representation for construction-related disputes involving design professionals, contractors, and insurers. Our services include immediate response for urgent matters, expert retention, arbitration, and trial representation. We handle cases from planning stages through post-completion defect claims across all phases of construction projects in the Pacific Northwest.
Employment Law
Our employment law practice focuses on defending management in workplace disputes and regulatory compliance matters. We handle harassment investigations, discrimination claims, and employment litigation while providing proactive advice on workplace policies, medical leave, and employee handbooks. Our attorneys have obtained favorable verdicts in employment cases throughout Washington state.
Insurance Defense
We offer strategic defense representation for insurance companies in personal injury and property damage claims. Our services cover aviation, employment, municipal, and product liability cases. With experienced appellate practitioners on our team, we develop comprehensive defense strategies tailored to each insured's specific needs while maintaining cost-effective solutions.
Personal Injury
Our personal injury practice represents clients in motor vehicle accidents, slip and fall cases, dog bites, and traumatic brain injuries. We focus on securing fair compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering. Our attorneys prepare every case for trial while utilizing mediation and arbitration when appropriate to achieve optimal client outcomes.
People
Mark S. Northcraft
Managing Shareholder
Founder of Northcraft Bigby & Biggs PC with over 30 years of civil litigation experience. Past chairperson of the ABA Aviation Litigation Committee and developer of the ABA Aviation Litigation Newsletter. Specializes in aviation law and complex litigation matters.
Aaron D. Bigby
Attorney
Head of the Employment Law section with extensive experience in workplace disputes, harassment investigations, and employment litigation. Provides strategic counsel on compliance with local, state, and federal employment regulations.
Melissa A. Daniels
Attorney
Experienced litigator handling civil litigation matters across multiple practice areas including insurance defense, municipal liability, and personal injury claims. Provides dedicated legal representation focused on client needs.
Questions
What areas of law does Northcraft Bigby specialize in?
We specialize in civil litigation with focus areas including aviation law, construction defects, employment law, insurance defense, personal injury, product liability, and municipal liability cases.
Do you handle cases outside Washington state?
Yes, our attorneys represent clients in state and federal courts throughout the Pacific Northwest including Oregon, California, Idaho, and Montana.
How experienced is your legal team?
Our shareholders have over 30 years of combined experience, including appellate practice before the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals and Washington Supreme Court.
What types of personal injury cases do you handle?
We handle motor vehicle accidents, slip and fall injuries, dog bites, traumatic brain injuries, and catastrophic sports injuries cases.
Do you offer immediate legal response for urgent matters?
Yes, we provide immediate response services for urgent construction-related legal issues with rapid deployment throughout the Northwest.
