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Lisa Ann Liekhus, Employment Attorney in Seattle, Washington

Over 26 years of legal practice · focused on Employment, General, and Insurance

Practicing employment in Seattle since 2000.

26+
Years practicing
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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 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

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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.

Main office

Law Offices of Sweeney, Heit & Dietzler

1191 2nd Ave., Ste. 500

Seattle, WA 98101-2990

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Hiring guide

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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