“The practice of law is a service industry. We serve with integrity, communication, and dedication to you.” – Brian Davis

Since the firm was established in 1993, the skilled attorneys at Hagen & Bates P.S. have provided versatile, professional and effective solutions to a variety of our clients’ legal challenges. With over 40 years of combined experience, we are always here to provide the support and assistance you require. For his professionalism and ethics, principal attorney Wayne D. Hagen, Jr. has earned a BV® Distinguished Peer Review Rating by Martindale-Hubbell®. The unique talents, backgrounds and skills our attorneys bring to our law firm apply well to various areas of the law. With our proven courtroom skills in state and federal jurisdictions, we are experienced litigators who are prepared to do the research and understand the nuances of your case. We also have the skill to handle complex transactions.

I live in Bellingham with my wife, a mental health therapist. I moved to Seattle from Denmark in 1985 and am fluent in Danish and understand and read Swedish and Norwegian. I started work during law school for a workers' compensation firm. After law school, I began representing persons injured by other people's negligence, whether from car accidents, motorcycle accidents, slip and falls, or premises liability. I also spent several years in general practice representing people in landlord-tenant, real property, contract and family law cases. With a commitment to getting compensation for those who need it most, I started Soholm Law Firm in 2015. I strive be accessible and am always happy to chat with you about your case. As I have been a serious motorcyclist since I was a teenager, I work with a lot of motorcyclists injured by others' negligence. With more than 300,000 miles on two wheels over 40 years, I know every aspect of why we ride and what dangers we face.

Dominic Lee Bacetich is a practicing lawyer in the state of Washington.

Nicholas (Cole) Douglas is a partner at Cochran Douglas, which has its offices in Tacoma, Washington. Concentrating his practice on personal injury matters, ranging from car accidents to product liability and wrongful death, he also takes on sexual abuse cases, serving clients throughout the state of Washington. Douglas is a compassionate and empathic attorney, taking the time to listen to his clients and answering all their questions. He provides personalized solutions for each of his clients cases and understands the pain they must be going through, especially when they are injured by another person’s careless actions. Graduating cum laude and with dean’s list honors, Douglas obtained his Juris Doctor from the Seattle University School of Law. He received his bachelor’s degree in psychology from the Willamette University and a Master of Business Administration degree from Willamette University’s Atkinson Graduate School of Management. Douglas is licensed to practice in Washington and before the United States District Court for the Western and Eastern Districts of Washington. He has received much recognition for his contributions to the field of law, including being named to the Top 40 Under 40 and Top 100 by The National Trial Lawyers, and receiving an Avvo rating of 10 out of 10. Douglas was also recently selected to the 40 Under 40 List by the South Sound Business Journal. Douglas has also consistently been recognized as a Rising Star by Super Lawyers since 2018. Active in his affiliations with the legal community, Douglas is a member of the Honorable Robert J. Bryan American Inns of Court, the American Bar Association, the American Association for Justice, the King County Bar Association and the Thurston County Bar Association. He is also an Eagle member of the Washington State Association for Justice and the past president of the Tacoma-Pierce County Bar Association’s New & Young Lawyers Section.

At the law firm of Ronnie Rae, Attorney at Law, I provide dedicated legal services in a range of practice areas to meet the diverse needs of my clients. I provide experienced criminal defense against DUI/DWI, drug crimes, juvenile offenses, assault and battery and domestic violence orders. I also handle personal injury cases, providing strong advocacy for those seriously hurt in auto accidents, trucking accidents, Uber accidents and incidents involving Amazon and UPS delivery drivers. Additionally, I represent clients in work injury cases, helping them navigate Washington State's Labor & Industries (L&I) system to achieve favorable awards and claim resolutions. Based in Bellevue, my firm proudly serves Seattle, Tacoma, Everett and communities throughout Washington State.

Justine grew up in the small farming town of Woodland, California. She stayed in the area for college, graduating from the University of California, Davis with a B.A. in Anthropology in 2013. In addition to scholarships and grants, Justine funded her undergraduate education with her job as a student bus driver. After graduating, Justine attended the University of Kansas School of Law on a full-tuition scholarship. While in law school, Justine excelled academically – earning election into the Order of the Coif, the 2016-2017 Robert E. Edmunds Prize in Corporation and Securities Law, the CALI Award in Secured Transactions for Spring 2017, and the CALI Award in Trusts and Estates for Spring 2017. Justine also participated in the 2017 Transactional LawMeet, in which her team won the Midwest Regionals, advanced to the National Finals, and won the National Best Draft Award. She also served as a Publications Editor for the Kansas Journal of Law & Public Policy and as a research assistant for J.B. Smith Distinguished Professor of Constitutional Law, Richard E. Levy. In addition to her academic pursuits, Justine worked as a judicial extern for the Honorable James. P. O’Hara, United States District Court, District of Kansas, and as an elder law intern with Kansas Legal Services. She also worked as a summer law clerk for Hill’s Pet Nutrition, Inc. and a general practice law firm in Lawrence, Kansas. Justine moved to the Tri-Cities shortly after law school graduation, joining her husband who works for the railroad. She joined Leavy Schultz Davis, P.S. in the fall of 2017 as a litigation associate after successfully passing the Washington State Bar Exam.

With deep experience in family law, high-asset divorce, estate planning, and civil litigation, Collin McKean brings a strategic, no-nonsense approach to legal challenges across Oregon and Washington. As a founding partner of McKean Smith, Collin combines sharp legal insight with a background in business and accounting to help clients resolve emotionally and financially complex disputes. Known for his compassion, creative problem-solving, and unwavering advocacy, Collin is a trusted ally for clients who need clarity, confidence, and results.

Awad M. Zitawi-Vázquez is a personal injury attorney with extensive experience in both pre-suit and litigation, representing clients in Florida and Puerto Rico. Over his career, he has successfully managed hundreds of cases from beginning to end, including negotiations, mediations, depositions, and hearings. What truly distinguishes Mr. Zitawi-Vázquez is his ability to listen carefully to his clients and understand not only their cases, but also their personal struggles. He believes that the attorney-client relationship begins with genuine communication and respect. Many clients describe him as approachable, empathetic, and committed to providing outstanding customer service. Mr. Zitawi-Vázquez graduated with honors from the Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico School of Law in 2011, where he also tutored law students and contributed to the Journal of Puerto Rico Law. He later earned a Master’s Degree in Litigation and Alternative Methods, further developing his courtroom skills and advocacy strategies. Bilingual in English and Spanish, he is proud to serve a diverse community in Central Florida. His goal is always to achieve the best possible results while guiding clients through the legal process with patience and clarity. Outside the courtroom, Awad is a devoted father who enjoys spending time with his son, practicing martial arts, and playing chess. He is also passionate about technology and creative writing, with a growing interest in artificial intelligence and legal innovation. Mr. Zitawi-Vázquez’s approach to law is rooted in compassion, preparation, and service. He strives not only to obtain justice for accident victims, but also to ensure they feel heard, valued, and supported every step of the way.