Jessie Lee Harris, Civil Rights Attorney in Seattle, Washington

Jessie concentrates on civil rights, employment, insurance, litigation, and product liability. Each area below outlines the kind of case Jessie handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

• Civil Rights

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• Employment

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• Insurance

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• Litigation

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• Product Liability

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Jessie's primary office is at 2 Union Sq., 601 Union St., Ste. 4100, Seattle, WA, 98101-1368. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Working with a new civil rights attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Jessie usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Jessie discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in civil rights practice — ask which fits.

• How much does it cost to hire Jessie for a civil rights case?

  Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Jessie walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

• Does Jessie offer a free consultation?

  Jessie charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jessie's office. Some civil rights attorneys offer free consults — check Jessie's current terms during booking.

• How long do civil rights cases in Washington typically take?

  Simple civil rights 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. Jessie gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

• Can Jessie take my case if I'm outside Seattle?

  Jessie 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 — Jessie 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 Jessie?

  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. Jessie will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

• Is Jessie accepting new civil rights clients right now?

  Jessie's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.