Jay Kinney, Employment Attorney in Seattle, Washington
Over 42 years of legal practice · focused on Employment, Personal Injury, and SSD · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
MemberatLaw Office of Jay C. Kinney
Seattle, WA
Practicing employment in Seattle since 1984.
- 42+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 3
- Bar admissions
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Jay Kinney is a member based in Seattle, WA. The practice focuses on Employment, Personal Injury, and SSD. Jay has over 42 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Law Office of Jay C. Kinney. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Seattle, WA
- Experience
- over 42 years
- Known for
- Employment · Personal Injury · SSD
- Handles Employment, Personal Injury, and SSD matters from Seattle, WA.
- Over 42 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Jay Kinney: Jay Kinney is a member based in Seattle, WA. The practice focuses on Employment, Personal Injury, and SSD. Jay has over 42 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Law Office of Jay C. Kinney. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Jay takes on
Jay concentrates on employment, personal injury, ssd, and workers comp. Each area below outlines the kind of case Jay handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment
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Personal Injury
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SSD
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Workers Comp
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Employment cases in Seattle, Washington
Jay takes employment 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 Jay agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Seattle, Washington
Jay takes personal injury 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 Jay agrees to represent you.
SSD cases in Seattle, Washington
Jay takes ssd 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 Jay agrees to represent you.
Workers Comp cases in Seattle, Washington
Jay takes workers comp 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 Jay agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Jay Kinney — employment lawyer in Seattle
Jay Kinney is a member based in Seattle, WA. The practice focuses on Employment, Personal Injury, and SSD. Jay has over 42 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Law Office of Jay C. Kinney. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Jay Kinney is a lawyer practicing workers compensation, personal injury, social security disability and 1 other area of law. Jay received a B.A. degree from University of Texas in 1980, and has been licensed for 42 years. Jay practices at Law Office of Jay C. Kinney in Seattle, WA.
Working with Jay on a employment matter
Jay Kinney is a lawyer practicing workers compensation, personal injury, social security disability and 1 other area of law. Jay received a B.A. degree from University of Texas in 1980, and has been licensed for 42 years. Jay practices at Law Office of Jay C. Kinney in Seattle, WA.
Who Jay represents
Jay reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment, personal injury, and ssd matters in Seattle and the surrounding Washington area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
The University of Texas School of Law
J.D. · 1983
University of Texas
B.A. · 1980
Jurisdictions
Jay's state bar admissions
Washington
1984 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1984 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1984 · ACTIVE
Jay studied at J.D. in The University of Texas School of Law and B.A. in University of Texas.
Law school and academic background
Jay completed J.D. in The University of Texas School of Law and B.A. in University of Texas. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Jay runs in Washington is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Jay has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Locations
Jay Kinney's office in Seattle
Jay's primary office is at 810 Third Ave., Ste. 500, Seattle, WA, 98104. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Jay Kinney — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Jay. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing employment attorneys in Seattle.
5.0
1 client review
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How to hire Jay Kinney — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Jay usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Jay charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jay'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; Jay will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a employment attorney in Seattle, Washington
A short list to run through before you commit: How many employment 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 Jay
Jay discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in employment practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every employment 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. Jay confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Jay's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many employment practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Jay Kinney
How much does it cost to hire Jay for a employment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Jay walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Jay offer a free consultation?
Jay charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jay's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Jay's current terms during booking.
How long do employment cases in Washington typically take?
Simple employment 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. Jay gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Jay take my case if I'm outside Seattle?
Jay 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 — Jay 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 Jay?
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. Jay will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Jay accepting new employment clients right now?
Jay's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Employment attorneys serving Seattle, Spokane and Tacoma in Washington
Jay handles employment matters throughout Washington. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified employment attorneys in that community.
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