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Kellen F. Patterson

Of Counsel
Seattle

Kellen Patterson is a commercial litigator whose practice centers on complex commercial construction disputes. She handles the full range of dispute resolution and litigation proceedings with a focus on achieving pragmatic, effective solutions to clients' construction-related problems.

Kellen has wide ranging experience handling all aspects of complex construction disputes, including pre-suit claims handling and dispute resolution processes, as well as litigation. Her litigation experience covers large-scale eDiscovery, mediation, motions practice, and appeals. She is well versed in both arbitration and court proceedings.

Professional Highlights

Professional Activities

Leadership Council on Legal Diversity, Pathfinder, 2023

Washington Women Lawyers, Board Member; Annual Event Co-Vice President, 2020-2021

King County Washington Women Lawyers, Board Member; Judicial Appreciation Luncheon Co-Chair, 2015-2019

Washington State Bar Association

King County Bar Association

Recognition & Accomplishments

Chambers USA, Construction, 2024

Best Lawyers, "Ones to Watch," Commercial Litigation, Transportation, 2022-2025; Construction Litigation, 2023-2025; Construction Law, 2024-2025

Thomson Reuters, "Washington Rising Star," Construction Litigation, 2020-2024

Puget Sound Business Journal, "Next Generation in Law," 2022

Board Memberships & Community Service

Seattle Architecture Foundation, 2023-present

American Council of Engineering Companies, 2022-present

Credentials 

Education

University of Washington School of Law (J.D. 2015)
National Moot Court Team (2014-2015)
National Heritage Moot Court Competition, Semi-finalist (2014)

Gonzaga University (B.Ed., Elementary and Special Education Teaching Certificates magna cum laude, 2010)

Admissions

Washington

U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Washington

U.S. District Court for the Western District of Washington