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William R. "Randy" Squires III, Business Attorney in Seattle, Washington

focused on Business and Litigation

Seattle, WA

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William R. "Randy" Squires III is an attorney based in Seattle, WASHINGTON. The practice focuses on Business and Litigation.

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Business · Litigation
  • Handles Business and Litigation matters from Seattle, WASHINGTON.
  • Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026).

About William R. "Randy" Squires III: William R. "Randy" Squires III is an attorney based in Seattle, WASHINGTON. The practice focuses on Business and Litigation.

Areas of practice

Legal matters William takes on

William concentrates on business and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case William handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Business cases in Seattle, Washington

William takes business 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 William agrees to represent you.

Litigation cases in Seattle, Washington

William 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 William agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet William R. "Randy" Squires III — business lawyer in Seattle

William R. "Randy" Squires III is an attorney based in Seattle, WASHINGTON. The practice focuses on Business and Litigation.

For nearly forty years, Randy Squires has tried lawsuits in the Pacific Northwest and elsewhere. His experience base is broad: a five year apprenticeship with a pioneer construction litigation boutique (where, among other things, he built the firm’s construction labor practice); twenty years with Davis Wright Tremaine, a large regional, now national firm, the last ten as chair of the firm’s Litigation Group; and nearly ten years as a founding member, including two years as CEO, of the innovative Summit Law Group. Randy’s effectiveness has been recognized by his 1998 induction into the American College of Trial Lawyers; his inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America (including his listing, as an employment lawyer, in that publication’s 1983 edition, its first); and his inclusion in each edition of Chambers’ compilation of America’s Leading Lawyers for Business. Randy has been voted a Washington “Superlawyer” in each year since Washington Law & Politics began sponsoring its listing in 2000.

Working with William on a business matter

For nearly forty years, Randy Squires has tried lawsuits in the Pacific Northwest and elsewhere. His experience base is broad: a five year apprenticeship with a pioneer construction litigation boutique (where, among other things, he built the firm’s construction labor practice); twenty years with Davis Wright Tremaine, a large regional, now national firm, the last ten as chair of the firm’s…

Clients William works with

William reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business and litigation matters in Seattle and the surrounding Washington area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • The University of Texas

    J.D. · 1972

  • The University of Texas

    — · 1972

  • Stanford University

    — · 1969

Jurisdictions

William's state bar admissions

  • Washington, Washingt

    ACTIVE

  • Oregon, Oregon State

    ACTIVE

William studied at J.D. in The University of Texas, — in The University of Texas, and — in Stanford University.

Law school and academic background

William completed J.D. in The University of Texas, — in The University of Texas, and — in Stanford University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice William runs in Washington is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Recognition and thought leadership

William has received 15 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Environmental Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Government Contracts

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Alternative Dispute Resolution

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Civil Litigation

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Complex Litigation

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Construction

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — International

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Labor and Employment

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Large Case Litigation

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Mass Tort

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Awards:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Fellow, American College of Trial Lawyers

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Environmental Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Government Contracts (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Alternative Dispute Resolution (2026).

Locations

William R. "Randy" Squires III's office in Seattle

William's primary office is at 1015 Second Avenue, Floor 10, Seattle, Washington, 98104-1001. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

1015 Second Avenue, Floor 10

Seattle, Washington 98104-1001

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Hiring guide

How to hire William R. "Randy" Squires III — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

William charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain William'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; William will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a business attorney in Seattle, Washington

A short list to run through before you commit: How many business 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 William

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

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every business 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. William confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

William's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about William R. "Randy" Squires III

  • How much does it cost to hire William for a business case?

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

  • Does William offer a free consultation?

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

  • How long do business cases in Washington typically take?

    Simple business 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. William gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

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

    William 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 — William 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 William?

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

  • Is William accepting new business clients right now?

    William'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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