Breanna Van Engelen, Class Action Attorney in Seattle, Washington
Over 11 years of legal practice · focused on Class Action and Product Liability
Hagens Berman Sobol Shapiro Llp
Seattle, WA
Practicing class action in Seattle since 2015.
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Breanna Van Engelen is an attorney based in Seattle, WASHINGTON. The practice focuses on Class Action and Product Liability. Breanna has over 11 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Hagens Berman Sobol Shapiro Llp.
- Based in
- Seattle, WASHINGTON
- Experience
- over 11 years
- Known for
- Class Action · Product Liability
- Handles Class Action and Product Liability matters from Seattle, WASHINGTON.
- Over 11 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs (2026).
About Breanna Van Engelen: Breanna Van Engelen is an attorney based in Seattle, WASHINGTON. The practice focuses on Class Action and Product Liability. Breanna has over 11 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Hagens Berman Sobol Shapiro Llp.
Areas of practice
Breanna's practice areas in Seattle
Breanna concentrates on class action and product liability. Each area below outlines the kind of case Breanna handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Class Action
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Product Liability
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Class Action cases in Seattle, Washington
Breanna takes class action 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 Breanna agrees to represent you.
Product Liability cases in Seattle, Washington
Breanna takes product liability 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 Breanna agrees to represent you.
Biography
Breanna Van Engelen, class action attorney serving Seattle
Breanna Van Engelen is an attorney based in Seattle, WASHINGTON. The practice focuses on Class Action and Product Liability. Breanna has over 11 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Hagens Berman Sobol Shapiro Llp. Breanna works from Seattle, Washington and takes on class action matters across the region.
Breanna Van Engelen is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs.
Breanna, who practices law in Seattle, Washington, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Breanna is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Breanna's approach to class action cases
Breanna Van Engelen is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs. Breanna, who practices law in Seattle, Washington, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Breanna is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal…
Clients Breanna works with
Breanna reviews new inquiries case-by-case for class action and product liability matters in Seattle and the surrounding Washington area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Breanna studied and practices
The University of Michigan Law School
J.D. · 2015
Jurisdictions
Breanna's state bar admissions
Washington, Washingt
2015 · ACTIVE
Breanna studied at J.D. in The University of Michigan Law School.
Law school and academic background
Breanna completed J.D. in The University of Michigan Law School. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Breanna runs in Washington is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Breanna's legal honors and published work
Breanna has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs (2026).
Locations
Breanna Van Engelen's office in Seattle
Breanna's primary office is at 1301 Second Avenue, Suite 2000, Seattle, Washington, 98101. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Hagens Berman Sobol Shapiro Llp
1301 Second Avenue, Suite 2000
Seattle, Washington 98101
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How to hire Breanna Van Engelen — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new class action attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Breanna usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Breanna charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Breanna'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; Breanna will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a class action attorney in Seattle, Washington
A short list to run through before you commit: How many class action 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 Breanna
Breanna discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in class action practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every class action 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. Breanna confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Breanna's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many class action practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Breanna Van Engelen
How much does it cost to hire Breanna for a class action case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Breanna walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Breanna offer a free consultation?
Breanna charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Breanna's office. Some class action attorneys offer free consults — check Breanna's current terms during booking.
How long do class action cases in Washington typically take?
Simple class action 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. Breanna gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Breanna take my case if I'm outside Seattle?
Breanna 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 — Breanna 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 Breanna?
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. Breanna will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Breanna accepting new class action clients right now?
Breanna's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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