James V Hill, attorney at Russell & Hill, PLLC, is a lifelong Washingtonian and has spent time calling both sides of the Cascades “home.” Jim has devoted his law practice to helping people obtain the benefits and compensation they deserve, both in personal injury cases as well as social security disability claims. After graduating with academic honors from Seattle University School of Law, Jim went to work at a law firm that provided legal defense for multiple insurance companies. Working as a lawyer for the insurance companies provided valuable experience and insight into how insurance companies do business, how they value claims, and what they look for when litigating a claim against a plaintiff. In 2002, with the knowledge and information he learned to work as an insurance defense attorney, Jim transitioned his legal practice to focus solely on representing injured people against the insurance companies. Jim’s experience working for insurance companies has given him the knowledge to bring a successful claim for injury and the insight to avoid the pitfalls that exist in the settlement and litigation process. Jim has successfully represented thousands of Washingtonians in personal injury claims. In 2005, Jim Hill had a handful of personal injury clients ask him for help with their applications for Social Security Disability benefits. After successfully helping these clients obtain disability benefits, Jim noticed similarities between the two areas of legal practice. In both instances, injured people need help fighting for the compensation that they deserved against entities much larger than an individual – whether the fight was against an insurance company or the federal government. Out of that experience grew a passion to help people with disabilities obtain their rightful benefits. When a physical or mental health condition leaves a person unable to work on a full time, sustained basis, Jim represents the client in all proceedings with the Social Security Administration to get his clients the disability benefits they need and deserve. Most clients have a hearing in front of a federal administrative law judge, and Jim makes sure that his cases are prepared thoroughly and presented in a manner that will best deliver a favorable ruling. Jim Hill continues to be busy with his vibrant and growing law practice at Russell & Hill, PLLC. He splits his time representing hundreds of local people in both personal injury claims and disability claims.

Mark Cassell is Twyford Law Office’s newest Partner. He began at Twyford Law Office in 2016 after graduating from the University of Denver School of Law. He started as an associate attorney at the firm, focusing primarily on Divorce and Family Law. Mark has successfully handled hundreds of family law and divorce cases. He is well known in the community as a strong advocate for his clients and a tremendous trial lawyer. Mark believes in client-centered lawyering, bringing this view to all the cases he works on. He creates a strong bond with each client, viewing cases as a team effort where the client is the captain of the ship. He ensures each client is steered in the proper direction to achieve their goals. Mark is experienced in all areas of family law, including negotiation, mediation, motions, and trial. Mark’s background in engineering and math allows him to excel in high asset and business valuation cases. He has extensive knowledge in these areas and has successfully navigated high asset divorce matters for his clients in both negotiation and trial. Mark earned his J.D. from the University of Denver Sturm College of Law in 2016, where he graduated with Academic Distinction. He graduated with the highest grades in classes including Evidence, Evidence Practicum, and Family Law: The Divorce. Before earning his J.D., he graduated from the University of Washington with a B.S. in Chemical Engineering and a minor in Mathematics. He is admitted to the Washington State Bar. Call our offices to begin your journey toward legal success with a firm you can trust. We offer our services in Seattle, Spokane, Bellevue, WA and surrounding areas. Visit one of our offices today: Twyford Law Office - Seattle Office 814 Second Avenue, Suite 515, Seattle, WA 98104 (206) 590-7085 Monday-Friday 8:00 am-5:00 pm Twyford Law Office - Spokane Office 430 W Indiana Ave, Spokane, WA 99205. (509) 327 0777 Monday-Friday 8:00 am-5:00 pm Twyford Law Office - Bellevue Office 1408 140th Pl NE Suite 400, Bellevue, WA 98007 (425) 517-3350 Monday-Friday 8:00 am-5:00 pm

Julie Twyford has built her life around helping people. For 40 years she has dedicated her life to the law, and the pursuit of equality and fairness. Ms. Twyford has long been recognized as one of the premier trial lawyers in Spokane, and in Washington. Ms. Twyford’s practice exclusively focuses on family law and criminal law matters. Ms. Twyford has extensive family law litigation experience. She has built a team of attorneys and staff to ensure her clients receive the results they deserve. She is intimately familiar with contested divorces, child custody disputes, and high asset and complex business divorces. As a skilled Spokane divorce attorney, she has secured thousands of positives outcomes for her clients over the years, and brings her expertise and experience to each and every case. Julie Twyford has built her life around helping people. For 40 years, she has dedicated her life to the law and the pursuit of equality and fairness. Ms. Twyford has long been recognized as one of the premier trial lawyers in Spokane and Washington. Ms. Twyford’s practice exclusively focuses on family law and criminal law matters. Ms. Twyford has extensive family law litigation experience. She has built a team of attorneys and staff to ensure her clients receive the results they deserve. She is intimately familiar with contested divorces, child custody disputes, and high asset and complex business divorces. As a skilled Spokane divorce attorney, she has secured thousands of positive outcomes for her clients over the years and brings her expertise and experience to each and every case. Ms. Twyford is also well known across Washington State for her experience and background in criminal defense. After first working in the public defender office in 1977 as an intern, she joined the office a few years later after passing the bar. She worked at the public defender office until she became a partner at the well-respected local firm of Evans, Craven & Lackie. Ms. Twyford ultimately left the firm in 1990 to start her own practice at Twyford Law Office. Ms. Twyford was the past president of the Washington Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (WACDL), as well as the president of the local organization she established, SAFE (Spokane Attorneys For Equality). Ms. Twyford has handled numerous jury and non-jury trials with great success for her clients. Ms. Twyford has been recognized as one of the Nation’s Top One Percent Lawyer, by the National Association of Distinguished Counsel. She has a 10.0, a superb rating from Avvo.com. She was also recognized by Spokane Coeur D’Alene Living as one of the Top Lawyers in the area many years in a row, most recently in the 2019 edition. She has been invited to be a speaker at numerous CLE (Continuing Legal Education) classes over the years due to her expertise in Family Law and Criminal Defense.’’

Jillian Jordan offers a thoughtful and reassuring approach to the complexities of family law. Since beginning her practice in 2020, she has developed a reputation for her direct communication and innovative strategies. Jillian strongly believes in solution-oriented lawyering, prioritizing the resolution of conflicts through creative problem-solving rather than escalation. Jillian is Twyford Law Office’s newest partner, a role she has stepped into seamlessly Jillian is well recognized in the community for her advocacy and effectiveness for her clients. She has demonstrated her capabilities in the courtroom, handling high-stakes litigation with both precision and grace. With trial experience in high-asset divorces involving intricate financial portfolios and in contentious parenting cases where the well-being of families is paramount, Jillian zealously advocates for her clients. While she favors collaboration as a first step, but she is also prepared to defend her clients’ interests, and pursue those avenues necessary to protect her clients. Jillian collaborates closely with her clients to help them achieve their individual goals, skillfully balancing empathy for their concerns with a candid and transparent evaluation of their cases. She graduated Cum Laude from Gonzaga School of Law in 2019 and earned a B.A. in Psychology with a minor in Business from Washington State University. This educational background equips her to navigate the emotional and financial complexities of family law with a unique perspective. Jillian is licensed to practice in Washington and is an engaged member of the Spokane County Bar Association.

Olivia Gonsior is an Associate Attorney at Twyford Law Office, where she focuses her practice on divorce and family law. She began her journey with the firm as an intern, quickly distinguishing herself through her dedication and aptitude before transitioning into her current role. Olivia is a thoughtful and effective advocate, both in and outside of the courtroom. She is committed to a solution-oriented approach, working collaboratively with clients to understand their priorities and achieve meaningful, lasting results. Olivia is attentive to the emotional complexities of family law matters while remaining steadfast in protecting her clients’ best interests. She strives to resolve disputes efficiently and constructively, but when litigation becomes necessary, she is fully prepared to advocate with strength and precision. She has grown to be recognized as a well respected member of the bar. While in law school, Olivia built a strong foundation in family law through her work with the YWCA. She also gained valuable experience in legal ethics as an intern with the Washington State Bar Association’s Office of Disciplinary Counsel. Additionally, she externed for the Honorable Judge Michelle Szambelan, where she further developed her legal research, writing, and courtroom insight. Olivia earned her Juris Doctor from Gonzaga School of Law in 2024. She also holds a Bachelor of Science in Human Resources Development, with a minor in Public Health, from the University of Minnesota. Olivia is admitted to practice in Washington State and is an active member of the Spokane Bar Association. She also serves on the Spokane New Attorneys Division Board of Trustees.

Rich Barker is a partner at Singleton Schreiber’s Spokane office, where he focuses on personal injury, whistleblower and False Claims Act matters, tribal litigation, public entity law, and wildfire litigation. He brings more than a decade of experience as a federal prosecutor and litigator, having served in senior leadership roles in both the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Washington and the District of Columbia. Most recently, Mr. Barker served as the Acting United States Attorney for the Eastern District of Washington, where he led the prosecution of federal criminal and civil cases across twenty counties. Barker led high-profile prosecutions, including a double homicide trial on the Colville Indian Reservation, a dark web murder-for-hire case, and the conviction of a major drug trafficker responsible for distributing over 100 pounds of narcotics across state lines. A career prosecutor, Barker also oversaw major fentanyl trafficking cases and helped establish a dedicated federal role to combat the opioid crisis in Spokane. As First Assistant U.S. Attorney, Barker oversaw the Criminal, Civil, and Appellate Divisions and held several key positions, including Computer Crime and Intellectual Property Coordinator, Digital Asset Coordinator, Tribal Liaison, and Public Affairs Officer. Over the course of his government service, he was lead counsel in hundreds of federal matters, ranging from white collar offenses to violent crimes, and tried more than 40 cases to verdict in federal courts across Washington and the Nation’s Capital. Barker is widely recognized for his commitment to tribal justice and was instrumental in hiring the first Missing and Murdered Indigenous Persons (MMIP) prosecutor for the Northwest United States. In 2024, he received a Department of Justice Director’s Award for his work with Native American communities and leadership on public safety initiatives. Before joining the Department of Justice, Mr. Barker was a litigation associate at a major global law firm in Washington, D.C., where he represented institutional and individual clients in complex investigations and regulatory actions involving the SEC, DOJ, and other federal agencies. Mr. Barker began his legal career clerking for the Honorable G. Murray Snow of the U.S. District Court for the District of Arizona and the Honorable J. Clifford Wallace of the U.S. Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals. He currently serves as an adjunct professor at Gonzaga University School of Law, where he teaches Trial Advocacy and Conflicts of Law. Barker also serves on the Executive Committee for the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals Judicial Conference, where he works with appellate and district judges, as well as other legal professionals, to plan and organize the Ninth Circuit’s annual judicial conference.

Dan Fruchter is a partner at Singleton Schreiber’s Spokane office and managing partner of the firm’s Whistleblower and False Claims Act practice group. Dan’s work is focused on consumer and financial fraud, environmental protection, personal injury, fire litigation, public entity, and civil rights law. Mr. Fruchter brings a wealth of experience from decades of Department of Justice service prosecuting False Claims Act, health care fraud, environmental violations, and other complex civil and criminal matters on behalf of the public. During a distinguished two-decade career prosecuting whistleblower and financial fraud cases on behalf of the public, Mr. Fruchter was repeatedly recognized by government and private bar colleagues. In 2023, Mr. Fruchter received the prestigious Director’s Award from the Executive Office for United States Attorneys; in 2024, the Anti-Fraud Coalition honored him with the “Honest Abe” Award for Integrity in Government for his False Claims Act work with whistleblowers on behalf of the public. Cases in which Mr. Fruchter has been lead attorney have returned billions of dollars to the public, held wrongdoers accountable, and protected vital public programs such as SNAP benefits, Medicare and Medicaid, veterans benefits programs, drug and food safety, housing programs, and public health and environmental priorities such as the vital environmental cleanup effort at the Department of Energy’s Hanford Site in Eastern Washington. While with the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Washington between 2017 and 2025, Mr. Fruchter served as Chief of the Fraud and White-Collar Crime Unit, prosecuting civil and criminal fraud, False Claims Act matters, health care fraud, environmental violations, civil rights abuses, and consumer protection cases. In addition to investigating and prosecuting violations of federal criminal and civil law, Mr. Fruchter partnered with whistleblowers, advocacy groups, community organizations, and federal, state, local, and tribal agencies to identify concerns and develop bold and innovative ways to address them by enforcing existing laws and increasing collaboration and communication. Before joining the Spokane U.S. Attorney’s Office in 2017, Mr. Fruchter served as Assistant United States Attorney and Health Care Fraud Coordinator at the U.S. Attorney’s Office in Madison, Wisconsin, and as a Trial Attorney at the Department of Justice, Commercial Litigation Branch, Fraud Section, handling False Claims Act matters involving government contractors, health care providers, pharmaceutical companies, and banks and mortgage lenders. Prior to joining DOJ in 2009, Mr. Fruchter worked at the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission, handling high-stakes regulatory, contract, and tort matters. As a partner at Singleton Schreiber's Spokane office, Mr. Fruchter leads litigation for multiple cases in the Pacific Northwest region, including the Tunnel Five fire, Gray fire, and Rowena fire. Mr. Fruchter also lead’s Singleton Schreiber’s nationwide Whistleblower & False Claims Act practice group, investigating and litigating cases and coordinating with state and federal government investigators and prosecutors across the country on behalf of courageous whistleblowers who come forward to expose fraud and abuse of public programs and funds. These matters include health care providers, mortgage lenders, government contracts and grants, customs tariffs and duties, cybersecurity, and other high-stakes and sensitive matters requiring deep knowledge of government operations and investigations. Mr. Fruchter’s deep knowledge and experience in government investigations and enforcement strengthen Singleton Schreiber’s ability to hold corporations accountable and advocate for those harmed by corporate fraud and malfeasance. Mr. Fruchter is excited to bring this experience and passion to bear with Singleton Schreiber and to continue to work with whistleblowers to fight fraud and to advocate on behalf of individuals and communities that have been harmed by fraud, negligence, and wrongdoing. Mr. Fruchter received his B.A., magna cum laude, from Tulane University, and his J.D., with the highest honors, from the University of Maryland School of Law. He also serves on the Advisory Board and Membership Committee of the Federal Bar Association’s Qui Tam Section. When not practicing law, Mr. Fruchter enjoys cooking, making music, and spending time with his family outdoors in the beautiful Pacific Northwest.

Peyton Healy is a family law attorney with experience assisting clients in divorce, parenting plans, child support, and relocation cases. She is committed to helping families through difficult times. Peyton has considerable experience working in King County and Snohomish County as a family law attorney. She is a former Parents; Defense Attorney, where she worked to support and reunify families after intervention by the Department of Children and Youth Services. In her work representing parents in dependency cases, Peyton developed an understanding of the dynamics that influence family law decisions. Peyton has also completed training regarding a trauma-informed approach when working with families. Throughout her legal career and education, Peyton has advocated for her clients and argued the law in their favor. She brings her compassion and advocacy to each and every case. She understands the importance of providing clear, direct, and timely advice. No matter their issues, Peyton is committed to working with her clients to find the best resolution.

Vanessa Waldref, former U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of Washington, is a partner and founding member of Singleton Schreiber’s Washington office, focusing on environmental protection, wildfire litigation, public entity, consumer and financial fraud, personal injury, Tribal litigation, and civil rights. Ms. Waldref became the United States Attorney for the Eastern District of Washington in October 2021, after being nominated by President Biden and unanimously confirmed by the Senate. Ms. Waldref was the first woman to serve in this role. As U.S. Attorney, Ms. Waldref worked tirelessly to deliver concrete results for residents of Washington, building strong partnerships between federal, state, local, and Tribal law enforcement to make the community safer and stronger. A relentless advocate for clients and her community, Ms. Waldref successfully opened a new Tri-Cities DOJ branch office to better protect Southeastern Washington communities and fight fraud that impedes the environmental remediation of the Hanford Nuclear Site. Ms. Waldref was also a leader within the Department of Justice on Native American Issues, working closely with Tribal Nations to support Tribal sovereignty, protect treaty rights and Tribal homelands, reduce violent crime on Native American Reservations, and address the crisis of Missing or Murdered Indigenous People (MMIP). Ms. Waldref is a nationally recognized leader in environmental enforcement. She was selected by the U.S. Attorney General to chair his Subcommittee on Environmental Justice & Environmental Issues, and she launched Eastern Washington's Environmental Task Force that tackled regional, national, and international cases under the Clean Water Act, Clean Air Act, and federal laws that protect public health and safety. She also spearheaded civil rights enforcement and hate crime prevention efforts across the district. Ms. Waldref continues this community engagement through her leadership as Board President of Human Rights Spokane. Before her appointment as U.S. Attorney, Ms. Waldref served within the Department of Justice as an Assistant U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of Washington and a Trial Attorney in the Environment and Natural Resources Division. Under Ms. Waldref’s leadership, the Eastern District of Washington played a key role in the Department of Justice’s fraud-fighting efforts, where she and her Fraud and White-Collar team prosecuted civil and criminal fraud matters, launched an award-winning COVID Fraud Strike Force, and recovered hundreds of millions of dollars for taxpayers under the False Claims Act. Ms. Waldref has first-hand experience working with whistleblowers, as well as negotiating False Claims Act cases at the highest level of the Department of Justice. Ms. Waldref is passionate about mentoring the next generation of attorneys and has taught several courses at Gonzaga University School of Law, including Environmental Law, Labor & Employment Law, and Conflict of Laws. Before her federal service, she worked in private practice in Spokane and in Washington, D.C., representing Tribes, companies, labor unions, and individuals in employment, trade secret, and other high-stakes litigation. Ms. Waldref received her B.A., magna cum laude, from Georgetown University, and her J.D., magna cum laude, from Georgetown University Law Center. After law school, she served as a law clerk to the Honorable John D. Bates on the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia. Ms. Waldref is a proud Spokanite and loves raising her family in her beautiful hometown.

Alexandria Drake serves as Senior Counsel in Singleton Schreiber's Spokane, Washington office, where her practice focuses on personal injury, civil rights, employment discrimination/wrongful discharge, and public entity litigation. With substantial experience litigating cases in both federal and state courts, Alexandria is dedicated to advocating for those whose lives have been shattered by negligence or whose rights have been violated. Before joining Singleton Schreiber, Alexandria served as a Principal at a highly respected litigation firm in Spokane, Washington, where she built a reputation as a seasoned trial attorney and civil litigator. Her courtroom experience and commitment to fighting for justice have made her a trusted advocate for clients navigating some of the most challenging moments of their lives. Alexandria's exceptional legal work has earned her consistent recognition from her peers and the legal community. She has been named a Rising Star by Washington Super Lawyers from 2023 to 2025 and has been recognized by Best Lawyers as "Ones to Watch" from 2021 to 2025. She was also honored by Spokane Coeur d'Alene Living Magazine as one of "Spokane's Best Lawyers" from 2018 to 2021. Alexandria's path to law was shaped by her service to her country. Born and raised in northern California, she earned her Bachelor of Science degree from Park University while serving enlisted in the United States Navy. Her time in the Navy reinforced her determination to attend law school and ensure that all people are afforded equal treatment and access to justice. After her discharge, Alexandria attended Gonzaga University School of Law, where she graduated magna cum laude. When not in the office, Alexandria enjoys spending time with her husband and her two very active young sons. In between attending her kids' sports events, she can often be found baking or cheering on her favorite teams, the Gonzaga Bulldogs and the San Francisco 49ers.