Hathaway Burden, Business Attorney in Seattle, Washington

Hathaway concentrates on business, employment, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Hathaway handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

• Business

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• Employment

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• Litigation

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Hathaway's primary office is at 315 Fifth Avenue South, Suite 1000, Seattle, Washington, 98104-2682. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

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

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

• How much does it cost to hire Hathaway for a business case?

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

• Does Hathaway offer a free consultation?

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

• How long do business cases in Washington typically take?

  Simple business 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. Hathaway gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

• Can Hathaway take my case if I'm outside Seattle?

  Hathaway 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 — Hathaway 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 Hathaway?

  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. Hathaway will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

• Is Hathaway accepting new business clients right now?

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