Katie Loberstein defends employers in state and federal courts against a wide range of claims, including wrongful termination, noncompete violations, discrimination, retaliation, wage and hour violations, breach of contract, and protected leave interference. She also represents employers in investigations initiated by agencies such as the EEOC, Washington State Human Rights Commission, Seattle Office of Civil Rights, and the Washington State Attorney General's Office.
Katie understands that employers often face unique industry-related employment challenges and enjoys tailoring her approach to fit the individual needs of her clients and the industries in which they work. She has extensive experience working with educational institutions, technology companies, restaurants, healthcare organizations, financial institutions, and supermarkets, among others.
Admitted to Practice
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Washington, 2016
Education
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J.D., Seattle University School of Law, 2016, cum laude
- Notes & Comments Executive Editor, Law Review
- Women's Law Caucus
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B.A., Political Science, University of Washington, 2008, cum laude
Memberships & Affiliations
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- King County Bar Association, 2016 to present
- Washington State Bar Association, 2016 to present
- Federal Bar Association, 2016 to present
- Washington State Representative, Employment Law Alliance, 2020-2021
- Pro Bono Attorney, Kids in Need of Defense (KIND), 2017-2022
- Board Member, Intiman Theatre, 2018-2020
- Assistant, Southeast Neighborhood Legal Clinic, King County Bar Association, 2012-2016
Professional Recognition
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- Selected to a list of "Ones to Watch" in Labor and Employment Litigation by Best Lawyers, 2022
- Named "One to Watch" by Best Lawyers in Litigation - Labor and Employment, 2022-2025
- Selected to "Washington Rising Stars," Thompson Reuters, 2019-2024
Background
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- Associate, 2016-2022; Summer Associate, 2015 — Miller Nash LLP, Seattle
- Student Counsel, Civil Rights Amicus Clinic, Fred T. Korematsu Center for Law and Equality, Seattle, 2015-2016
- Legal Intern, King County Prosecuting Attorney's Office, Kent, Wash., 2014
- Court Operations Specialist, 2012-2013; Administrative Specialist, 2009-2012 — King County Superior Court, Seattle