Timothy L. "Tim" Boller, IP Attorney in Seattle, Washington
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Timothy L. "Tim" Boller is an attorney based in Seattle, WASHINGTON. The practice focuses on IP.
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- Seattle, WASHINGTON
- Experience
- attorney
- Known for
- IP
- Handles IP matters from Seattle, WASHINGTON.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Intellectual Property (2026).
About Timothy L. "Tim" Boller: Timothy L. "Tim" Boller is an attorney based in Seattle, WASHINGTON. The practice focuses on IP.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Timothy takes on
Timothy concentrates on ip. Each area below outlines the kind of case Timothy handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
IP cases in Seattle, Washington
Timothy takes ip 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 Timothy agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Timothy L. "Tim" Boller — ip lawyer in Seattle
Timothy L. "Tim" Boller is an attorney based in Seattle, WASHINGTON. The practice focuses on IP.
BACKGROUND
Tim Boller's practice focuses on electrical patent prosecution and intellectual property litigation. He graduated from the University of Kansas with a B.S. in Electrical Engineering (1986) and received a J.D. from Georgetown University Law Center (1994).
EXPERIENCE
After receiving his J.D., Tim was a judicial clerk to U.S. District Court Judge J. Thomas Marten and was a research attorney for the Kansas Court of Appeals. He has extensive research and legislative assistant experience, including five years with U.S. Representative Jim Slattery.
AFFILIATIONS
Tim is admitted to the Washington State Bar (1999), U.S. Federal Court of Appeals for the 9th Circuit, and the U.S. Federal Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit. He is registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Tim is a member of the Washington State Patent Law Association and the Washington State Bar Association.
Working with Timothy on a ip matter
BACKGROUND Tim Boller's practice focuses on electrical patent prosecution and intellectual property litigation. He graduated from the University of Kansas with a B.S. in Electrical Engineering (1986) and received a J.D. from Georgetown University Law Center (1994). EXPERIENCE After receiving his J.D., Tim was a judicial clerk to U.S. District Court Judge J. Thomas Marten and was a research…
Clients Timothy works with
Timothy reviews new inquiries case-by-case for ip matters in Seattle and the surrounding Washington area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Georgetown University
J.D. · 1999
Timothy studied at J.D. in Georgetown University.
Law school and academic background
Timothy completed J.D. in Georgetown University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Timothy runs in Washington is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Timothy has received 9 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Intellectual Property
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Patent Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Information Technology Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Trade Secrets Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Mediation
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Listed in the Best Lawyers in America, 2021-2026
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Rated as Distinguished™ for 15+ Years, Martindale-Hubbell
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Intellectual Property (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Patent Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Information Technology Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Trade Secrets Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Mediation (2026).
Locations
Timothy L. "Tim" Boller's office in Seattle
Timothy's primary office is at 701 Fifth Avenue, Suite 5400, Seattle, Washington, 98104-7064. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Timothy L. "Tim" Boller — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new ip attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Timothy usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Timothy charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Timothy'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; Timothy will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a ip attorney in Seattle, Washington
A short list to run through before you commit: How many ip 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 Timothy
Timothy discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in ip practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every ip 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. Timothy confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Timothy's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many ip practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Timothy L. "Tim" Boller
How much does it cost to hire Timothy for a ip case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Timothy walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Timothy offer a free consultation?
Timothy charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Timothy's office. Some ip attorneys offer free consults — check Timothy's current terms during booking.
How long do ip cases in Washington typically take?
Simple ip 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. Timothy gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Timothy take my case if I'm outside Seattle?
Timothy 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 — Timothy 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 Timothy?
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. Timothy will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Timothy accepting new ip clients right now?
Timothy's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
IP attorneys serving Seattle, Spokane and Tacoma in Washington
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