Lisa Ann Liekhus, Employment Attorney in Seattle, Washington
Over 26 years of legal practice · focused on Employment, General, and Insurance
AssociateatLaw Offices of Sweeney, Heit & Dietzler
Seattle, WA
Practicing employment in Seattle since 2000.
- 26+
- Years practicing
- 1
- Bar admission
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Lisa Ann Liekhus is an associate based in Seattle, WA. The practice focuses on Employment, General, and Insurance. Lisa has over 26 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Law Offices of Sweeney, Heit & Dietzler.
- Based in
- Seattle, WA
- Experience
- over 26 years
- Known for
- Employment · General · Insurance
- Handles Employment, General, and Insurance matters from Seattle, WA.
- Over 26 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Lisa Ann Liekhus: Lisa Ann Liekhus is an associate based in Seattle, WA. The practice focuses on Employment, General, and Insurance. Lisa has over 26 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Law Offices of Sweeney, Heit & Dietzler.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Lisa Ann Liekhus
Lisa concentrates on employment, general, insurance, litigation, and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Lisa handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment
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General
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Insurance
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Litigation
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Personal Injury
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Employment cases in Seattle, Washington
Lisa 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 Lisa agrees to represent you.
General cases in Seattle, Washington
Lisa takes general 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 Lisa agrees to represent you.
Insurance cases in Seattle, Washington
Lisa takes insurance 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 Lisa agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Seattle, Washington
Lisa takes litigation 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 Lisa agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Seattle, Washington
Lisa takes personal injury 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 Lisa agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Lisa Ann Liekhus — Over 26 years of Washington employment experience
Lisa Ann Liekhus is an associate based in Seattle, WA. The practice focuses on Employment, General, and Insurance. Lisa has over 26 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Law Offices of Sweeney, Heit & Dietzler.
Lisa Ann Liekhus is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, insurance, employment and 3 other areas of law. Lisa received a B.S. degree from University of Nebraska at Lincoln in 1989, and has been licensed for 26 years. Lisa practices at Law Offices of Sweeney, Heit & Dietzler in Seattle, WA.
Working with Lisa on a employment matter
Lisa Ann Liekhus is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, insurance, employment and 3 other areas of law. Lisa received a B.S. degree from University of Nebraska at Lincoln in 1989, and has been licensed for 26 years. Lisa practices at Law Offices of Sweeney, Heit & Dietzler in Seattle, WA.
Who Lisa represents
Lisa reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment, general, and insurance matters in Seattle and the surrounding Washington area.
Credentials
Lisa Ann Liekhus's legal education and bar admissions
University of Nebraska at Lincoln
J.D. · 1992
University of Nebraska at Lincoln
B.S. · 1989
Jurisdictions
Lisa's state bar admissions
Washington
2000 · ACTIVE
Lisa studied at J.D. in University of Nebraska at Lincoln and B.S. in University of Nebraska at Lincoln.
Law school and academic background
Lisa completed J.D. in University of Nebraska at Lincoln and B.S. in University of Nebraska at Lincoln. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Lisa runs in Washington is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Lisa's professional memberships and bar associations
Nebraska State and Washington State Bar Associations
membership
Locations
Lisa Ann Liekhus's office in Seattle
Lisa's primary office is at 1191 2nd Ave., Ste. 500, Seattle, WA, 98101-2990. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Law Offices of Sweeney, Heit & Dietzler
1191 2nd Ave., Ste. 500
Seattle, WA 98101-2990
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How to hire Lisa Ann Liekhus — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Lisa usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Lisa charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Lisa'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; Lisa 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 Lisa
Lisa 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. Lisa confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Lisa'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 Lisa Ann Liekhus
How much does it cost to hire Lisa for a employment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Lisa walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Lisa offer a free consultation?
Lisa charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Lisa's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Lisa'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. Lisa gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Lisa take my case if I'm outside Seattle?
Lisa 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 — Lisa 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 Lisa?
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. Lisa will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Lisa accepting new employment clients right now?
Lisa'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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