Linda D. Walton, Employment Attorney in Seattle, Washington
Seattle, WA
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Linda D. Walton is an attorney based in Seattle, WASHINGTON. The practice focuses on Employment.
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- Handles Employment matters from Seattle, WASHINGTON.
- Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Employment Law - Individuals (Seattle) (2017).
About Linda D. Walton: Linda D. Walton is an attorney based in Seattle, WASHINGTON. The practice focuses on Employment.
Areas of practice
Linda's practice areas in Seattle
Linda concentrates on employment. Each area below outlines the kind of case Linda handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment cases in Seattle, Washington
Linda takes employment 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 Linda agrees to represent you.
Biography
Linda D. Walton, employment attorney serving Seattle
Linda D. Walton is an attorney based in Seattle, WASHINGTON. The practice focuses on Employment. Linda works from Seattle, Washington and takes on employment matters across the region.
practice and former chair of the firm's Strategic Diversity Committee. In her
practice, Ms. Walton defends both private sector and public sector employers in
state and federal employment-related litigation matters. Through day-to-day
counseling and the design and presentation of preventative law training programs
for managers, supervisors and human resources personnel, Ms. Walton also devotes
a significant part of her practice to advising employers on how to avoid
employment litigation. Ms. Walton advises and trains clients on a wide range of
employment law matters, including among others, wage-and-hour law compliance,
FMLA compliance, Title VII compliance, workplace harassment, and newly emerging
employment law issues related to employee and employer use of social media. Ms.
Walton is also often called upon to conduct sensitive workplace investigations
on behalf of both private sector and public sector employers.
A frequent
lecturer on the subject of employment law, Ms. Walton served for a number of
years as an adjunct professor teaching Employment Discrimination Law at the
Seattle University School of Law, and she has served on the faculty of both the
National Institute for Trial Advocacy (NITA) Northwest Regional Program, and the
NITA Northwest Regional Deposition Program. Ms. Walton also regularly
contributes to client updates on labor and employment issues. See "Have You Updated Your FMLA Policy
Yet? The New FMLA Regulations Require Immediate Steps to Ensure Employer
Compliance" and "Jury's $1.8 Million Message to
Employer: No Pretexting in Employee Investigations."
Working with Linda on a employment matter
Linda D. Walton is a member of the firm's Labor & Employment Law National practice and former chair of the firm's Strategic Diversity Committee. In her practice, Ms. Walton defends both private sector and public sector employers in state and federal employment-related litigation matters. Through day-to-day counseling and the design and presentation of preventative law training programs for…
Who Linda represents
Linda reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment matters in Seattle and the surrounding Washington area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Linda studied and practices
University of Cincinnati
J.D. · 1979
Wesleyan University
BA
Jurisdictions
Linda's state bar admissions
Washington, Washingt
ACTIVE
Ohio, Ohio State Bar
ACTIVE
Linda studied at J.D. in University of Cincinnati and BA in Wesleyan University.
Law school and academic background
Linda completed J.D. in University of Cincinnati and BA in Wesleyan University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Linda runs in Washington is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Linda's legal honors and published work
Linda has received 9 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Lawyer of the Year — Employment Law - Individuals (Seattle)
2017
Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Individuals
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Labor Law - Management
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Employment
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Management
2026
Legal awards and honors
Lawyer of the Year — Employment Law - Individuals (Seattle) (2017). Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Individuals (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Labor Law - Management (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment (2026).
Locations
Linda D. Walton's office in Seattle
Linda's primary office is at 1301 Third Avenue, Suite 4200, Seattle, Washington, 98101-3099. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Linda D. Walton — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Linda usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Linda charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Linda'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; Linda will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a employment attorney in Seattle, Washington
A short list to run through before you commit: How many employment 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 Linda
Linda discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in employment practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every employment 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. Linda confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Linda's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many employment practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Linda D. Walton
How much does it cost to hire Linda for a employment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Linda walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Linda offer a free consultation?
Linda charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Linda's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Linda's current terms during booking.
How long do employment cases in Washington typically take?
Simple employment 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. Linda gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Linda take my case if I'm outside Seattle?
Linda 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 — Linda 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 Linda?
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. Linda will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Linda accepting new employment clients right now?
Linda's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Employment attorneys serving Seattle, Spokane and Tacoma in Washington
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