Ronald Bemis

Outstanding Trial Record: Ron Bemis has won 100% of his jury trials as primary attorney, and over 90% of all trials (including assisting others), with precedent-setting results, in his 35+ years of law practice. Public Service: In 2012, Ron Bemis ran for U.S. Congress, winning in the "top two" Primary to challenge, and in the General election received the most votes ever against, a 24-year incumbent (WA-7th CD). In 1999-2002, he co-developed and led 'Law Week in Schools' statewide (WA State Bar Association). In 1998-2001, he was elected by his peers and served on the King County Bar Association Board of Trustees. In 1995-2001 he co-chaired and served on KCBA's Judicial Ratings and other committees. In 1986, he co-led a grassroots Seattle ballot Initiative on legal immigration, which won in a major upset. He's been a leader for Center for Civil Society, Boy Scouts, Cub Scouts, YMCA Guides and others. Advocacy, Business, Author: He's taught Advocacy and Trial Skills at University of Washington Law School, National Institute of Trial Advocacy, and seminars. He was Managing Partner of one of Seattle's oldest law firms and has many published writings. Legal Experience/Ratings: Locally and nationally, he's managed and litigated hundreds of complex and significant civil cases for major companies, government entities, insurance firms, and individuals, whether defendants or plaintiffs. He's been a ‘go to’ attorney and consultant for high stakes trials, negotiations, and settlements. His practice areas have included personal injury, products liability, property loss, business and contract litigation, medical, police, schools, civil rights and sexual abuse cases. He's been a National or Regional Managing Counsel for Dow Chemical (silicone, chemicals), Fireman’s Fund Insurance (asbestos, other), ESC Medical Systems (lasers), and City of Seattle (police, other). He has the highest peer-rated rating level ("Preeminent") for both legal skills and ethics.