Tina Aiken, Civil Rights Attorney in Bellevue, Washington
Over 28 years of legal practice · focused on Civil Rights, Employment, and General
Shareholder
Bellevue, WA
Practicing civil rights in Bellevue since 1998.
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Tina Aiken is a shareholder based in Bellevue, WA. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, Employment, and General. Tina has over 28 years of legal experience.
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- Bellevue, WA
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- over 28 years
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- Civil Rights · Employment · General
- Handles Civil Rights, Employment, and General matters from Bellevue, WA.
- Over 28 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Tina Aiken: Tina Aiken is a shareholder based in Bellevue, WA. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, Employment, and General. Tina has over 28 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Tina Aiken
Tina concentrates on civil rights, employment, general, litigation, and ssd. Each area below outlines the kind of case Tina handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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Civil Rights cases in Bellevue, Washington
Tina takes civil rights matters in Bellevue, 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 Tina agrees to represent you.
Employment cases in Bellevue, Washington
Tina takes employment matters in Bellevue, 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 Tina agrees to represent you.
General cases in Bellevue, Washington
Tina takes general matters in Bellevue, 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 Tina agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Bellevue, Washington
Tina takes litigation matters in Bellevue, 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 Tina agrees to represent you.
SSD cases in Bellevue, Washington
Tina takes ssd matters in Bellevue, 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 Tina agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Tina Aiken — Over 28 years of Washington civil rights experience
Tina Aiken is a shareholder based in Bellevue, WA. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, Employment, and General. Tina has over 28 years of legal experience.
Tina Aiken is a senior attorney with Sebris Busto James. Her practice includes all aspects of employment litigation, including defending discrimination, harassment, and retaliation claims. Tina also advises employers regarding compliance with labor and employment laws, employee relations, performance management, and policy and handbook drafting.
Educational & Professional Background
Tina received her undergraduate degree in psychology in 1991 from Washington State University. In 1993, she received a master’s degree in Organizational Psychology with an emphasis in Human Resource Management from Columbia University. She received her J.D. in 1997 from Seattle University School of Law.
Prior to joining Sebris Busto James, Tina was an associate at a management-side labor and employment law firm in Seattle. Tina’s legal experience includes internships with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission and the Washington State Attorney General’s office. Before attending law school, Tina worked as a professional in human resource management.
Professional Activities
• Washington State Bar Association
• King County Bar Association
• Washington Defense Trial Lawyers
• Pacific Coast Labor & Employment Law Conference Planning Committee
• Society for Human Resource Management, Seattle Chapter
Tina's approach to civil rights cases
Tina Aiken is a senior attorney with Sebris Busto James. Her practice includes all aspects of employment litigation, including defending discrimination, harassment, and retaliation claims. Tina also advises employers regarding compliance with labor and employment laws, employee relations, performance management, and policy and handbook drafting. Educational & Professional Background Tina received…
Clients Tina works with
Tina reviews new inquiries case-by-case for civil rights, employment, and general matters in Bellevue and the surrounding Washington area.
Credentials
Tina Aiken's legal education and bar admissions
Seattle University School of Law
J.D. · 1997
Columbia University
M.A. Washington · 1993
Jurisdictions
Tina's state bar admissions
Washington
1998 · ACTIVE
Tina studied at J.D. in Seattle University School of Law and M.A. Washington in Columbia University.
Law school and academic background
Tina completed J.D. in Seattle University School of Law and M.A. Washington in Columbia University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Tina runs in Washington is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Tina's professional memberships and bar associations
Washington State Bar Association King County Bar Association Washington Defense Trial Lawyers Pacific Coast Labor & Employment Law Conference Planning Committee Society for Human Resource Management, Seattle Chapter
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Locations
Tina Aiken's office in Bellevue
Tina's primary office is at 15375 SE 30th Pl.. Suite 310, Bellevue, WA, 98007. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Tina Aiken — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new civil rights attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Tina usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Tina charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Tina'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; Tina will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a civil rights attorney in Bellevue, Washington
A short list to run through before you commit: How many civil rights 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 Tina
Tina 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.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every civil rights 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. Tina confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Tina's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many civil rights practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Tina Aiken
How much does it cost to hire Tina for a civil rights case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Tina walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Tina offer a free consultation?
Tina charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Tina's office. Some civil rights attorneys offer free consults — check Tina'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. Tina gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Tina take my case if I'm outside Bellevue?
Tina 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 — Tina 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 Tina?
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. Tina will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Tina accepting new civil rights clients right now?
Tina'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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