Business Details
48 Years
experience
Your Trusted Olympia Legal Partner
Established in 1978, Budd Bay Law has provided comprehensive legal representation across Thurston, Lewis, Mason, Pierce, and Grays Harbor counties. Our team of seasoned attorneys combines decades of experience with a client-centered approach, offering tailored solutions in personal injury, family law, criminal defense, and business law. Recognized for excellence through AV ratings from Martindale-Hubbell and SuperLawyers listings, we prioritize integrity and results. Our attorneys, including practitioners with backgrounds under Washington Supreme Court justices, have secured significant settlements and verdicts, including multi-million-dollar recoveries.We focus on resolving matters efficiently while maintaining a strong commitment to community service and client advocacy. Our reputation for diligence and professionalism has fostered trust through generations, with many clients referred by past satisfied individuals and legal peers. We balance courtroom readiness with strategic negotiation to achieve favorable outcomes, addressing both immediate legal challenges and long-term planning needs.
Services
Personal Injury
Auto Accidents
Family Law
Criminal Defense
DUI
Wills and Trusts
Probate
Business Law
Mediation
Details
- Year established: 1978
Highlights and features
- 45+ years of combined legal experience since 1978
- AV-rated attorneys by Martindale-Hubbell for ethical standards
- Multi-million-dollar settlements in personal injury cases
- Client-focused approach with personalized legal strategies
- Recognized in SuperLawyers for excellence in Washington law
Associations and certifications
- Martindale-Hubbell AV Rating
What people say
Exceptional lawyer
Compassionate support
Incredible team
Smooth process
Knowledgeable attorneys
Services
Personal Injury
Our attorneys handle auto accidents, slip-and-falls, and wrongful death cases with a focus on maximizing compensation for clients. With decades of experience, we navigate insurance negotiations and litigation to recover medical costs, lost wages, and pain and suffering. Our proven track record includes multi-million-dollar verdicts for catastrophic injuries.
Family Law
We represent clients in divorce, child custody, and property division matters, emphasizing fair outcomes that protect family interests. Our team balances compassionate guidance with aggressive advocacy, addressing unique needs from prenuptial agreements to complex spousal support cases in Washington's evolving legal landscape.
Criminal Defense
Defending against DUIs, drug crimes, and felonies, we leverage courtroom experience to challenge evidence and protect constitutional rights. Our attorneys have secured dismissals, reduced charges, and alternative sentencing for clients facing life-altering consequences in local and state courts.
Wills & Trusts
We create customized estate plans to preserve assets and ensure wishes are honored through revocable trusts, wills, and advance directives. Our approach minimizes probate complications while addressing tax implications and incapacity planning for families across western Washington.
Mediation
Neutral mediation services help parties resolve conflicts efficiently outside courtroom settings. Our trained mediators facilitate constructive dialogue in family law, business disputes, and civil matters, aiming for cost-effective, mutually beneficial solutions.
People
C. Scott Kee
Managing Partner
With over 30 years of legal experience, C. Scott Kee specializes in personal injury litigation, maintaining an AV rating from Martindale-Hubbell. He has represented clients in complex cases involving catastrophic injuries and wrongful death, securing significant recoveries.
Megan D. Card
Attorney
Megan Card focuses on family law and estate planning, recognized for her compassionate approach in high-conflict custody cases. She serves on the Washington Young Lawyers Division, providing strategic advocacy in divorce proceedings and probate matters.
Brian M. Barnes
Attorney
Brian Barnes handles criminal defense and DUI cases, known for challenging evidence in complex prosecutions. His practice emphasizes protecting clients from overzealous law enforcement, with a deep understanding of Washington's criminal justice system.
Thomas J. Westbrook
Attorney
Thomas Westbrook specializes in business law, representing small enterprises in contract disputes and corporate formation. He provides practical legal counsel to help businesses avoid litigation through proactive compliance and risk management strategies.
Brandon J. Koenig
Attorney
Brandon Koenig focuses on appellate advocacy and complex civil litigation, maintaining a strong record in overturning unfavorable trial decisions. His expertise extends to legal research and crafting persuasive briefs for state and federal courts.
Questions
What legal areas does Budd Bay Law specialize in?
We focus on personal injury, family law, criminal defense, DUI cases, estate planning, and business law, serving clients in western Washington.
How do I schedule a consultation?
Contact us at (360) 866-4000 or through our website to arrange a free initial consultation with an experienced attorney.
Can I get help with out-of-state legal issues?
While based in Washington, our attorneys can assist with specific out-of-state matters through special appearances or collaboration with local counsel.
Do you handle courtroom trials or just settlements?
We prepare every case for trial while pursuing favorable settlements, leveraging courtroom experience to strengthen negotiation positions.
What makes Budd Bay Law different from other firms?
Our combination of multi-generational experience, AV-rated attorneys, and personalized approach creates customized solutions for complex legal challenges.
How long does a typical family law case take?
Simple cases may resolve in months, while contested matters can take longer. We streamline procedures to minimize emotional and financial strain.
