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Mary Cullen, Business Attorney in Seattle, Washington

focused on Business, Employment, and Litigation

Seattle, WA

Trusted business attorney serving Seattle.

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Mary Cullen is an attorney based in Seattle, WASHINGTON. The practice focuses on Business, Employment, and Litigation.

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Seattle, WASHINGTON
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Business · Employment · Litigation
  • Handles Business, Employment, and Litigation matters from Seattle, WASHINGTON.
  • Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026).

About Mary Cullen: Mary Cullen is an attorney based in Seattle, WASHINGTON. The practice focuses on Business, Employment, and Litigation.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Mary takes on

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

Business cases in Seattle, Washington

Mary takes business 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 Mary agrees to represent you.

Employment cases in Seattle, Washington

Mary 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 Mary agrees to represent you.

Litigation cases in Seattle, Washington

Mary takes litigation 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 Mary agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Mary Cullen — business lawyer in Seattle

Mary Cullen is an attorney based in Seattle, WASHINGTON. The practice focuses on Business, Employment, and Litigation.

Mary Cullen is a Seattle-based attorney who focuses on civil and appellate litigation involving labor and employment, business, and intellectual property matters. She represents clients in disputes requiring strategic analysis, motion practice, and appellate advocacy.

Mary has experience handling a broad range of civil litigation matters, including employment disputes, professional malpractice claims, corporate governance issues, and personal injury cases arising from construction worksites. Her practice includes both trial-level litigation and appellate work.

Before joining Williams Kastner, Mary served as a judicial law clerk to Judge Laurel Siddoway of Division Three of the Washington State Court of Appeals, where she developed significant experience in legal research, writing, and appellate decision-making.

During law school, Mary interned with Fig. 1 Patent Law in Spokane, Washington, where she assisted with patent prosecution and the preparation of patent applications involving technologies such as e-commerce, artificial intelligence, and machine learning. She was also a member of the Saul Lefkowitz Trademark Moot Court Team.

Mary earned her J.D. from Gonzaga University School of Law and her B.S. in Biology from Denison University.

Outside of her legal practice, Mary enjoys hiking, running, camping, skiing, and spending time with friends and family.

Mary's approach to business cases

Mary Cullen is a Seattle-based attorney who focuses on civil and appellate litigation involving labor and employment, business, and intellectual property matters. She represents clients in disputes requiring strategic analysis, motion practice, and appellate advocacy. Mary has experience handling a broad range of civil litigation matters, including employment disputes, professional malpractice…

The kind of cases Mary takes

Mary reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, employment, and litigation matters in Seattle and the surrounding Washington area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • Gonzaga University

    J.D. · 2021

  • Denison University

    B.S. · 2016

Jurisdictions

Mary's state bar admissions

  • Washington, Washingt

    ACTIVE

Mary studied at J.D. in Gonzaga University and B.S. in Denison University.

Law school and academic background

Mary completed J.D. in Gonzaga University and B.S. in Denison University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Mary runs in Washington is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Recognition and thought leadership

Mary has received 6 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Transportation Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Intellectual Property Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Appellate Practice

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Transportation Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Intellectual Property Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Appellate Practice (2026).

Locations

Mary Cullen's office in Seattle

Mary's primary office is at 601 Union Street, Suite 4000, Seattle, Washington, 98101. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

601 Union Street, Suite 4000

Seattle, Washington 98101

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Hiring guide

How to hire Mary Cullen — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

Mary charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Mary'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; Mary will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a business attorney in Seattle, Washington

A short list to run through before you commit: How many business 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 Mary

Mary 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.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every business 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. Mary confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

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

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Mary Cullen

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

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

  • Does Mary offer a free consultation?

    Mary charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Mary's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Mary'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. Mary gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

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

    Mary 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 — Mary 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 Mary?

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

  • Is Mary accepting new business clients right now?

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

Areas served

Business attorneys serving Seattle, Spokane and Tacoma in Washington

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