ABOUT US

AKW Law is a law firm based in Seattle, Washington, and handles matters in California and Washington. We provide advice and litigation services to individuals and businesses. Because we are a client-oriented law firm, you can be confident that "what you see is what you get." We are also easily accessible to our clients.

We are dedicated to helping our clients obtain the best outcome possible, whether that is an early settlement, mediation, arbitration, trial, or appeal. At AKW Law, we understand that all of our clients have different goals, and we pride ourselves in catering to our clients' needs and providing the attention they deserve.

Our lawyers speak Chinese (说中文) and Spanish (habla español).

OUR TEAM

说中文

Ada K. Wong

Owner, Attorney at Law

Licensed in CA & WA

Education

University of Washington School of Law, J.D., Dispute Resolution Concentration
University of California, Davis, B.A., Communication

Admitted to Practice

State of Washington
State of California
U.S. District Court, Western District of Washington
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Washington
U.S. District Court, Northern District of California
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit

Languages

English
Cantonese (fluent)
Mandarin (basic)

Memberships

Washington State Bar Association (WSBA)
California State Bar Association (CSBA)
Washington State Association for Justice (WSAJ), EAGLE Member
American Association for Justice (AAJ) *prior
National Employment Lawyers Association (NELA) *prior
Washington Employment Lawyers Association (WELA)
King County Bar Association (KCBA)
Snohomish County Bar Association (SCBA)
Federal Bar Association (FBA) *prior
National Asian Pacific American Bar Association (NAPABA)

Professional Affiliations

Washington State Association for Justice (WSAJ) Trial News, Associate Editor, 2017-Present; Assistant Editor, 2015-2017; Editorial Board Member, 2014-2015
WSAJ CLE Committee Member, 2016-Present
WSAJ Diversity Committee Member, 2014-Present
American Inns of Court The Bencher, Editorial Board, 2012-Present
King County Bar Association (KCBA) Diversity Committee Member, 2014-Present
William L. Dwyer American Inns of Court, Executive Board, 2014-Present; Member, 2011-2014
Vietnamese American Bar Association of Washington (VABAW), President, 2015; President-Elect, 2014; Secretary, 2013-2014; Member, 2010-2012

Publications

SCOTUS Sends a Message to The Lower Courts: Stop Suing Police Officers, May 2017 (WSAJ Trial News)
Networking, Marketing, and Everything in Between, January/February 2017 (American Inns of Court The Bencher)
Employer Liability for Customer or Non-Employee Harassment, September 2016 (WSAJ Trial News)
Did You Know About WSAJ's Getting Started Series ("GSS")?, September 2016 (WSAJ Trial News)
Book Review: Case Framing, May 2016 (WSAJ Trial News)
Police Brutality and the Mentally Ill, March 2016 (WSAJ Trial News)
Young v. United States Parcel Service, Inc.: A Small Step for Pregnant Employees, July 2015 (WSAJ Trial News)
The Need for Clarity on Tasers-Excessive Force and Qualified Immunity, March 2015 (WSAJ Trial News)
Johnston-Forbes v. Matsunaga and Biomechanical Testimony--Where Does That Leave Plaintiffs' Attorneys in Excluding Expert Testimony?, October 2014 (WSAJ Trial News)
Legal Guide: How to Get Your Employee File in Washington, 2014
What Is "Excessive Force?" A Look at Graham v. Connor, 2013 (WSBA NWSidebar)
50 Years After Gideon: Should the Right to Counsel Be Expanded?, 2013 (WSBA NWSidebar)
Facebook Can Cost You More Than Your Lawsuit: Allied Concrete Co. v. Lester, 2013 (WSBA NWSidebar)

Awards & Recognitions

"New Lawyer Ready to Soar" by Washington State Association for Justice, 2017
"Rising Star" by SuperLawyers, 2016, 2017
Top 40 Under 40 by The National Trial Lawyers, 2016, 2017
"Women in The Law - Top Peer-Nominated Lawyers", Best Lawyers, 2016
AVVO 10.0/10.0 Top Personal Injury Attorney, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017
AVVO 10.0/10.0 Top Employment Law Attorney, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017
AVVO 10.0/10.0 Top Civil Rights Attorney, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017
AVVO Clients' Choice Award, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017
WYLC Local Leader Award, 2015
WSBA Public Incentive Award, 2014
University of Washington School of Law Pro Bono Honors Award, 2010, 2011
Asian American Bar Association of Washington Scholarship, 2009

Speaking Engagements

WSAJ CLE: "Uncovering the Secrets of Discovery: Overall Discovery Planning & Differences in State v. Federal Discovery," March 2017
WSBA CLE: "Effective Tools for the 21st Century Litigator: Updates to Federal Civil Rules and Comparison to Washington's Civil Rules," September 2016
WSAJ WOW Conference: "Lifting Up: Powerful Ideas from WOW Powerhouses," September 2016
Greater Seattle Romance Writers of America: "Help! Author Support Panel," September 2016
WSAJ Convention: "Diversity Presentation: Cultural Competence in Trial," June 2016
WSBA Legal Lunchbox: "Over the Course of Your Legal Career - A Conversation on Professional Development & Office Management," May 2016
WSAJ CLE: "How to Survive & Thrive in the First Years of Practice," March 2016
WSAJ EAGLE Legal Staff Brown Bag: "A Case Walks In The Door: From Intake to Filing and Service," Sept. 2015
WSCA Annual Conference: "10 Things All Employers Should Know: From Hiring to Firing," April 2015

Ada

Habla español

David Cedarblade

Of Counsel

Licensed in WA

Education

Seattle University School of Law, J.D.
University of California, Davis, B.A. Political Science, Minor in Spanish

Admitted to Practice

State of Washington

Languages

English
Spanish

As a lawyer, David has experience representing clients in various matters, focusing on family law, DUI, and speeding/traffic tickets. He has appeared in over 40 courts across 7 counties in Washington. He is committed to working with his clients to explore the best resolution by being honest and straightforward.

In his spare time, he enjoys playing softball and spending time with his wife and daughter.

David Cedarblade habla español y tiene experiencia trabajando con clientes hispanohablantes en casos de muchos tipos. Sabe la ley y como hablar con clientes, juezes, y abogados adversarios. Si usted busca un abogado que luchará para usted y puede explicarle cada paso del caso, llame o mande un email para hacer una cita con David Cedarblade hoy.

David

Habla español

Kaytlin Carlson

Attorney at Law

Licensed in WA

Education

Seattle University School of Law, J.D.
University of Washington, B.A. Spanish, Minor in Law Societies and Justice

Admitted to Practice

State of Washington

Languages

English
Spanish (conversational)

Memberships

Washington State Bar Association
King County Bar Association

Kaytlin has experience working in-house at the Allen Institute prior to joining AKW Law. She is excited to apply her experiences and background to advocate on behalf of her clients and help them achieve their desired outcome.

In her spare time, Kaytlin enjoys watching the Huskies play, going to concerts, and baking.

Kaytlin

Patricia

Patricia Cagle

Paralegal

Patricia (aka "Patti") has been a paralegal for almost 17 years. She received her Bachelor of Arts in English Language and Literature in 1999 and her Paralegal Certificate in 2001. Patti worked at two law firms prior to joining AKW Law. She has extensive experience in state and federal courts, as well as in King, Snohomish, Pierce, and Thurston counties. She is excited to utilize her skills, knowledge, and experience to help AKW Law's clients in their needs.

In her spare time, Patti enjoys watching the Seahawks play and spending time with her family.