Irene M. Hecht, Insurance Attorney in Seattle, Washington
Over 46 years of legal practice · 5.0/5 rating from 2 verified client reviews
AttorneyatKeller Rohrback L.L.P.
Seattle, WA
Practicing insurance in Seattle since 1980.
- 46+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 2 client reviews
- 4
- Bar admissions
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Irene M. Hecht is an attorney based in Seattle, WA. The practice focuses on Insurance. Irene has over 46 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Keller Rohrback L.L.P.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.
- Based in
- Seattle, WA
- Experience
- over 46 years
- Known for
- Insurance
- Handles Insurance matters from Seattle, WA.
- Over 46 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Irene M. Hecht: Irene M. Hecht is an attorney based in Seattle, WA. The practice focuses on Insurance. Irene has over 46 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Keller Rohrback L.L.P.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Irene takes on
Irene concentrates on insurance. Each area below outlines the kind of case Irene handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Insurance cases in Seattle, Washington
Irene takes insurance matters in Seattle, 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 Irene agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Irene M. Hecht — insurance lawyer in Seattle
Irene M. Hecht is an attorney based in Seattle, WA. The practice focuses on Insurance. Irene has over 46 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Keller Rohrback L.L.P.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.
Irene Hecht is an experienced trial lawyer whose practice emphasizes insurance law, particularly in coverage and bad faith litigation. She also has an active appellate practice and has represented insurance companies in trial courts, the Court of Appeals, and before the Washington State Supreme Court. Ms. Hecht has over 38 years of experience in coverage analysis and representation, including both commercial and personal lines, umbrella and excess coverage, and first- and third-party coverage. She has dealt with a wide variety of coverage issues including: advertising injury, personal injury, construction defect, automobile, underinsured motorist, personal injury protection, homeowners, products-completed operations, E&O, and D&O. Ms. Hecht also actively advises and represents both insureds and insurers in bad faith litigation, with respect to both first- and third-party matters.
Articles & Presentations
•Speaker, Bifurcation in UIM Cases, Washington Defense Trial Lawyers Annual Insurance Law Update (2017).
•Speaker, Update on the Duty to Defend and the Duty to Explore Settlement, Washington Defense Trial Lawyers Annual Insurance Law Update (2015).
•Presentation, An Overview of Bad Faith Law In Washington (2014).
•Presentation, USAA v. Speed: Road Rage-No Coverage or Duty to Defend, Northwest Insurance Coverage Association (2014).
•Speaker, Hot Topics in UIM Coverage, Washington Defense Trial Lawyers Annual Insurance Law Update (2012).
•Speaker, Duty to Settle, Washington Defense Trial Lawyers Annual Insurance Law Update (2011).
•Editor, Washington Motor Vehicle Accident Insurance Deskbook: 2009 Supplement, Chapter 3: Exclusions to Liability Coverage, Washington Bar Association (2009).
•National Business Institute, Inc., Challenges In Washington Insurance Coverage Litigation--Analyzing Insurance Contract Provisions & Bad Faith Litigation (2003).
•Speaker, Multiple Claims, Inadequate Limits: What is an Insurer to Do? Northwest Insurance Coverage Association (2002).
•Editor, Washington Motor Vehicle Accident Insurance Deskbook: 2d ed., Chapter 3: Liability Insurance: Exclusions, Washington State Bar Association (2001).
•National Business Institute, Inc., Insurance Law: Third-Party Coverage in Washington--Automobile Insurance & Rules of Professional Conduct and Conflicts of Interest (1998).
•National Business Institute, Inc., Insurance Law: Third-Party Coverage in Washington - Automobile Coverage (1996).
•Speaker, The Liability Insurance Policy - The Duties to Defend, Pay and Settle, Reservations of Rights Situations, King County Bar Association (1996).
•Speaker, Special Issues in Defending an Insured, Seattle King County Bar Association (1993).
•Speaker, Annual Nuts and Bolts of Insurance Coverage, Part II - Special Issues in Defending an Insured, Seattle King County Bar Association (1992).
•Speaker, How to Read an Insurance Policy, Seattle-King County Bar Association (1990).
Recognitions
Honors & Awards
•Named to Super Lawyers list in Super Lawyers - Washington, 2001, 2003, 2007, 2010-2025
Irene's approach to insurance cases
Irene Hecht is currently of counsel with the firm. Irene Hecht is an experienced trial lawyer whose practice emphasizes insurance law, particularly in coverage and bad faith litigation. She also has an active appellate practice and has represented insurance companies in trial courts, the Court of Appeals, and before the Washington State Supreme Court. Ms. Hecht has over 38 years of experience in…
Clients Irene works with
Irene reviews new inquiries case-by-case for insurance matters in Seattle and the surrounding Washington area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of Washington School of Law
J.D. · 1980
University of Washington
B.A. Speech · 1977
Jurisdictions
Irene's state bar admissions
U.S. Court of Appeal
1998 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court
1990 · ACTIVE
Washington
1980 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court
1980 · ACTIVE
Irene studied at J.D. in University of Washington School of Law and B.A. Speech in University of Washington.
Law school and academic background
Irene completed J.D. in University of Washington School of Law and B.A. Speech in University of Washington. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Irene runs in Washington is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Irene has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Locations
Irene M. Hecht's office in Seattle
Irene's primary office is at 1201 Third Avenue, Suite 3400, Seattle, WA, 98101. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Irene M. Hecht — 5.0/5 rating from 2 verified client reviews
Every review below is from a verified client of Irene. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing insurance attorneys in Seattle.
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How to hire Irene M. Hecht — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new insurance attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Irene usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Irene charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Irene'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; Irene will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a insurance attorney in Seattle, 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 Irene
Irene 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. Irene confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Irene'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 Irene M. Hecht
How much does it cost to hire Irene for a insurance case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Irene walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Irene offer a free consultation?
Irene charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Irene's office. Some insurance attorneys offer free consults — check Irene'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. Irene gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Irene take my case if I'm outside Seattle?
Irene 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 — Irene 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 Irene?
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. Irene will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Irene accepting new insurance clients right now?
Irene's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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