Dave Schoeggl focuses his practice on complex high-stakes trials and arbitrations for clients including national and international insurers, the aviation industry, product manufacturers, and local businesses facing difficult or unusual claims.
Dave also is an Adjunct Professor of Law at Seattle University School of Law, and a frequent speaker at regional and national seminars. In addition, he mediates insurance and aviation disputes, and acts as an expert witness on insurance and insurance claim handling issues.
Dave has twice been named "Seattle Lawyer of the Year" in insurance litigation by Best Lawyers and is recognized for his work by Chambers USA and Thomson Reuters.
Professional Highlights
Professional Activities
Washington State Bar Association, Disciplinary Board Hearing Officer
Alaska State Bar Association
Oregon State Bar Association
King County Bar Association, Aviation Section, Chair, 1989
American Bar Association, Air and Space Law; Tort and Insurance; Litigation; Insurance Coverage Litigation Committee
Federal Bar Association, Western District of Washington
Aviation Insurance Association
Defense Research Instituter
International Association of Defense Counsel
Northwest Insurance Claims Association
Northwest Aviation Insurance Association
Recognition & Accomplishments
Best Lawyers, "Seattle Lawyer of the Year," Insurance Litigation, 2020, 2024
Chambers USA: America's Leading Lawyers for Business, Insurance, 2024
The Best Lawyers in America, Insurance Law, 2014-2025; Insurance Litigation, 2018-2025
Thomson Reuters, "Washington Super Lawyer," Insurance Coverage, 2003-2006, 2009, 2011-202; Civil Litigation: Defense, 2003-2006, 2009, 2011-2024
AV Preeminent in Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review Ratings
Board Memberships & Community Service
Sound Experience, Board Member
Publications
"Structured Settlements Are Back - After Two Years of Court Closures and Low Rates," Forbes, October 28, 2022
Credentials
Education
University of Washington School of Law (J.D., with honors, 1983)
Washington Law Review, Executive Articles Editor
University of Washington (B.A., with honors, 1980)
Admissions
Washington