About the Law Office of Paul W. Routt, PLLC
Paul W. Routt
Paul W. Routt is an attorney and the founder of the Law Office of Paul W. Routt, PLLC. A Seattle area native, he brings a strong educational background and years of legal experience to his work with clients throughout the region.
Education and Background
Paul earned his BA and JD law degrees from Seattle University and MBA degree from University of Puget Sound. His academic background reflects a broad foundation in both business and law, supporting the professional approach he brings to his legal practice.
Practicing Since 2000
Paul has been practicing law since 2000. Over the years, he has worked with clients who need guidance through legal matters that may feel unfamiliar or difficult to navigate. He understands the importance of professionalism, clear communication, and careful attention to each client’s needs.
Background
Experience and Perspective
Before practicing law, Paul worked in title insurance, procurement, and book-binding. These real-world experiences gave him insight into workplace concerns, employment issues, wage differences, and on-the-job injuries.
His legal practice has included workers’ compensation claims, personal injury actions, wills, powers of attorney, health care directives, probate of wills, and contract matters. This broad background helps him understand the challenges clients bring to his office.
Philosophy and Approach
Paul’s philosophy for success is built on hard work and self-confidence, guided by ethics, honesty, and fairness. He believes hard work means being diligent, timely, prepared, and ready to pursue a matter effectively. His self-confidence comes from knowing he can advocate his position clearly and persuasively.
Paul understands that every case begins with someone who believes justice is needed. His role is to evaluate the situation, provide his honest opinion, and help clients understand whether pursuing a matter may be worth the time and expense.
Experience and Perspective
Before practicing law, Paul worked in title insurance, procurement, and book-binding. These real-world experiences gave him insight into workplace concerns, employment issues, wage differences, and on-the-job injuries.
His legal practice has included workers’ compensation claims, personal injury actions, wills, powers of attorney, health care directives, probate of wills, and contract matters. This broad background helps him understand the challenges clients bring to his office.
Philosophy and Approach
Paul’s philosophy for success is built on hard work and self-confidence, guided by ethics, honesty, and fairness. He believes hard work means being diligent, timely, prepared, and ready to pursue a matter effectively. His self-confidence comes from knowing he can advocate his position clearly and persuasively.
Paul understands that every case begins with someone who believes justice is needed. His role is to evaluate the situation, provide his honest opinion, and help clients understand whether pursuing a matter may be worth the time and expense.
Legal Information
Where Paul Litigates
Paul Routt litigates mostly in King County Superior Court, including downtown Seattle and Kent. He also accepts actions in other courts and counties. When necessary, he litigates before the Court of Appeals and the US Bankruptcy Court.
His Role in a Legal Action
In a typical legal action, Paul may deal with the opposing party and witnesses, manage discovery, communicate with doctors involved in the matter, and appear in court.
For workers’ compensation claims, he works with the Department of Labor & Industries and litigates before the Board of Industrial Insurance Appeals. He also deals with employers, their representatives, and their doctors.
Additional Legal Matters
Paul prepares wills, powers of attorney, and health care directives, also known as living wills. He also handles will contest litigation, probate matters, administrative hearings for unemployment compensation claims, and driver’s license suspensions.
Initial Consultation
There is no charge for an initial consultation. If a client is in a hospital or otherwise unable to come to his office, Paul will go to the client.
Legal Fees and Costs
Depending on the type and expected outcome of the legal action, Paul works on either an hourly or contingency basis. Some matters require an upfront retainer, which must be refreshed before it is exhausted.
Clients are responsible for costs and expenses incurred, as required by the Washington State Bar Association. These may include filing fees, postage, copies, service of process, deposition costs, expert witnesses, and related expenses.
Client Responsibilities
A legal action is a partnership between attorney and client. Paul believes both must carry out their responsibilities, and the client’s role is just as important as the attorney’s.
Where Paul Litigates
Paul Routt litigates mostly in King County Superior Court, including downtown Seattle and Kent. He also accepts actions in other courts and counties. When necessary, he litigates before the Court of Appeals and the US Bankruptcy Court.
His Role in a Legal Action
In a typical legal action, Paul may deal with the opposing party and witnesses, manage discovery, communicate with doctors involved in the matter, and appear in court.
For workers’ compensation claims, he works with the Department of Labor & Industries and litigates before the Board of Industrial Insurance Appeals. He also deals with employers, their representatives, and their doctors.
Additional Legal Matters
Paul prepares wills, powers of attorney, and health care directives, also known as living wills. He also handles will contest litigation, probate matters, administrative hearings for unemployment compensation claims, and driver’s license suspensions.
Initial Consultation
There is no charge for an initial consultation. If a client is in a hospital or otherwise unable to come to his office, Paul will go to the client.
Legal Fees and Costs
Depending on the type and expected outcome of the legal action, Paul works on either an hourly or contingency basis. Some matters require an upfront retainer, which must be refreshed before it is exhausted.
Clients are responsible for costs and expenses incurred, as required by the Washington State Bar Association. These may include filing fees, postage, copies, service of process, deposition costs, expert witnesses, and related expenses.
Client Responsibilities
A legal action is a partnership between attorney and client. Paul believes both must carry out their responsibilities, and the client’s role is just as important as the attorney’s.