Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Civil Rights & Immigration Law Firm Since 1952
Since 1952, our firm has been dedicated to advancing justice, freedom, equality, and opportunity through rigorous legal advocacy. We specialize in civil rights litigation, immigration law, criminal defense, employment law, and appellate practice, representing individuals and organizations in complex cases with unwavering commitment. Our attorneys have secured landmark verdicts and settlements in high-profile matters, including police misconduct, wrongful imprisonment, disability rights, and employment discrimination. With decades of collective experience, we combine strategic litigation with community engagement to protect client rights across local and national platforms. Our practice spans state and federal courts, including the U.S.Supreme Court, and we maintain active roles in legal education and policy development. We prioritize client-centered representation, tailoring solutions to address unique legal challenges while upholding ethical standards and professional excellence. Our team includes former clerks, board members of civil liberties organizations, and recognized experts in their fields. Through consistent advocacy and innovative legal strategies, we strive to deliver justice-oriented outcomes that resonate beyond individual cases.
Services
Civil Rights Litigation
Immigration Law
Criminal Defense
Employment Law
Appellate Practice
Disability Rights
Police Misconduct Cases
Wrongful Imprisonment Claims
Employment Discrimination
Constitutional Law
Details
- Year established: 1952
Highlights and features
- We have secured over $60 million in landmark civil rights settlements since 2016
- Our attorneys have argued cases before the U.S. Supreme Court
- Recognized leaders in police accountability and disability rights litigation
- Active participants in shaping immigration policy through legal education
- Award-winning criminal defense team with appellate expertise
What people say
Landmark settlements
Experienced attorneys
Client-focused approach
Policy impact
Courtroom excellence
Services
Civil Rights Litigation
We represent clients in civil rights cases involving police misconduct, wrongful imprisonment, and constitutional violations. Our attorneys have secured landmark verdicts including $15 million settlements for families of victims and policy changes in correctional facilities. With decades of appellate experience, we handle cases from initial investigation through trial and appeals in state and federal courts.
Immigration Law
Our immigration practice covers employment-based visas, family petitions, and complex cases involving criminal records. We assist businesses with compliance and represent individuals in deportation defense. Attorneys teach immigration law at local universities and contribute to policy discussions through speaking engagements and legislative advocacy.
Criminal Defense
We defend clients facing charges from misdemeanors to capital murder in state and federal courts. Our team handles appeals and post-conviction relief, including cases overturned due to prosecutorial misconduct. We specialize in protecting non-citizens from immigration consequences and have recovered compensation for wrongful convictions through civil rights lawsuits.
Employment Law
We represent employees in discrimination, harassment, and wage disputes. Our victories include $2.2 million for disability discrimination and $415,000 for pregnancy discrimination. We advocate for policy changes through amicus briefs and legislative initiatives, with attorneys leading employment law sections in state bar associations.
Appellate Practice
Our appellate team has argued cases before the U.S. Supreme Court and multiple federal circuits. We handle civil and criminal appeals, including landmark cases on free speech and police accountability. Attorneys with judicial clerkship backgrounds develop strategic arguments that have resulted in significant legal precedents affecting national civil rights protections.
People
Andrew Chan
Attorney
Civil rights attorney with experience in police accountability cases. Admitted to practice in Washington state courts and Ninth Circuit. Focuses on constitutional violations and wrongful death claims.
Ester Greenfield
Attorney
Immigration law specialist handling employment-based visas and family petitions. Active in community outreach and policy discussions regarding immigration reform.
Jesse Wing
Attorney
Employment law advocate who helped secure landmark personnel file access legislation. Focuses on workplace discrimination and whistleblower protections.
Lauren I. Freidenberg-McBride
Attorney
Civil rights litigator serving on the National Police Accountability Projects Board. Handles police misconduct cases and contributes to legal strategy development.
Jeffrey Taren
Attorney
Appellate specialist with Supreme Court experience. Focuses on criminal defense appeals and civil rights cases involving prosecutorial misconduct.
Questions
What areas of law does MacDonald Hoague & Bayless specialize in?
We focus on civil rights litigation, immigration law, criminal defense, employment law, and appellate practice with national recognition in police accountability cases.
How long has the firm been in operation?
Since 1952, we have provided legal representation in complex cases across civil rights, immigration, and constitutional law matters.
What notable cases has the firm handled?
We've secured $15 million verdicts for police shooting victims, $13 million for wrongful imprisonment, and policy changes in correctional facilities.
Do you handle cases outside Washington state?
Yes, our attorneys practice in federal courts nationwide and have argued cases before the U.S. Supreme Court.
How does the firm approach client representation?
We combine strategic litigation with community advocacy, tailoring solutions to address each client's unique legal challenges while upholding ethical standards.
What makes your immigration practice unique?
Our immigration team includes educators who teach at local universities and contribute to policy development through legislative advocacy and speaking engagements.
