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David P. Lancaster, Insurance Attorney in Bellevue, Washington

Over 45 years of legal practice · focused on Insurance, Litigation, and Personal Injury · 4.8/5 rating from 1 verified client review

MemberatHollenbeck Lancaster & Miller

Bellevue, WA

Practicing insurance in Bellevue since 1981.

45+
Years practicing
4.8 ★
1 client review
1
Bar admission

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David P. Lancaster is a member based in Bellevue, WA. The practice focuses on Insurance, Litigation, and Personal Injury. David has over 45 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Hollenbeck Lancaster & Miller. Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Based in
Bellevue, WA
Experience
over 45 years
Known for
Insurance · Litigation · Personal Injury
  • Handles Insurance, Litigation, and Personal Injury matters from Bellevue, WA.
  • Over 45 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
  • Recognized with AV Preeminent.

About David P. Lancaster: David P. Lancaster is a member based in Bellevue, WA. The practice focuses on Insurance, Litigation, and Personal Injury. David has over 45 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Hollenbeck Lancaster & Miller. Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Areas of practice

Legal matters David takes on

David concentrates on insurance, litigation, and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case David handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Insurance cases in Bellevue, Washington

David takes insurance matters in Bellevue, Washington. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before David agrees to represent you.

Litigation cases in Bellevue, Washington

David takes litigation matters in Bellevue, Washington. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before David agrees to represent you.

Personal Injury cases in Bellevue, Washington

David takes personal injury matters in Bellevue, Washington. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before David agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet David P. Lancaster — insurance lawyer in Bellevue

David P. Lancaster is a member based in Bellevue, WA. The practice focuses on Insurance, Litigation, and Personal Injury. David has over 45 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Hollenbeck Lancaster & Miller. Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 1 client review.

David P. Lancaster is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, insurance, personal injury. David received a B.A. degree from DePauw University in 1975, and has been licensed for 45 years. David practices at Hollenbeck Lancaster & Miller in Bellevue, WA.

Working with David on a insurance matter

David P. Lancaster is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, insurance, personal injury. David received a B.A. degree from DePauw University in 1975, and has been licensed for 45 years. David practices at Hollenbeck Lancaster & Miller in Bellevue, WA.

Clients David works with

David reviews new inquiries case-by-case for insurance, litigation, and personal injury matters in Bellevue and the surrounding Washington area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • University of Puget Sound

    J.D. · 1980

  • DePauw University

    B.A. · 1975

Jurisdictions

David's state bar admissions

  • Washington

    1981 · ACTIVE

David studied at J.D. in University of Puget Sound and B.A. in DePauw University.

Law school and academic background

David completed J.D. in University of Puget Sound and B.A. in DePauw University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice David runs in Washington is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Recognition and thought leadership

David has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • AV Preeminent

Legal awards and honors

AV Preeminent.

Locations

David P. Lancaster's office in Bellevue

David's primary office is at 15500 S.E. 30th Pl., Ste. 201, Bellevue, WA, 98007-6347. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Hollenbeck Lancaster & Miller

15500 S.E. 30th Pl., Ste. 201

Bellevue, WA 98007-6347

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Client feedback

Client reviews of David P. Lancaster — 4.8/5 rating from 1 verified client review

Every review below is from a verified client of David. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing insurance attorneys in Bellevue.

4.8

1 client review

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Hiring guide

How to hire David P. Lancaster — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new insurance attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with David usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

David charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain David's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; David will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a insurance attorney in Bellevue, Washington

A short list to run through before you commit: How many insurance matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for David

David discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in insurance practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every insurance matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. David confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

David's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many insurance practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about David P. Lancaster

  • How much does it cost to hire David for a insurance case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. David walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does David offer a free consultation?

    David charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain David's office. Some insurance attorneys offer free consults — check David's current terms during booking.

  • How long do insurance cases in Washington typically take?

    Simple insurance matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. David gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can David take my case if I'm outside Bellevue?

    David is licensed in Washington. Matters governed by Washington law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — David will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

  • What should I bring to my first meeting with David?

    Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. David will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is David accepting new insurance clients right now?

    David's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

Insurance attorneys serving Bellevue, Seattle and Spokane in Washington

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