Overview
Summit Law Group rejected the traditional law firm model and started from scratch to design a modern law firm founded on a single principle: customer service.
We formed Summit Law Group to revolutionize the way legal services are provided to law firm customers. Most law firms practice the same way that they did 25 years ago. Those firms focus on lawyers, not customers. Their practice model relies on large numbers of people billing large numbers of hours, often without regard for the value of the work to the customer.
We reject that model. We believe that the market for legal services has dramatically changed in the last decade. Our mission is to think creatively and proactively in formulating the most effective and efficient solutions to your legal needs.
Summit Law Group achieves great results with small, efficient and creative teams. Every person at Summit Law Group is a legal professional who shares in the firm's success, and every lawyer is an equity owner of our business. As a result, everyone on your Summit team personally feels a sense of ownership, responsibility and accountability to our customers unparalleled at other firms. We strive to eliminate the inherent inefficiencies of traditional law firm practice, such as a leveraged partner/associate hierarchy, in order to focus exclusively on you, our customer.
This model has been proven over the years by our success with a broad variety of complex legal issues, success that has created loyal, enthusiastic customers. Summit Law Group is committed to building working partnerships with our customers and delivering the highest caliber work product with entrepreneurial vigor.
We formed Summit Law Group to revolutionize the way legal services are provided to law firm customers. Most law firms practice the same way that they did 25 years ago. Those firms focus on lawyers, not customers. Their practice model relies on large numbers of people billing large numbers of hours, often without regard for the value of the work to the customer.
We reject that model. We believe that the market for legal services has dramatically changed in the last decade. Our mission is to think creatively and proactively in formulating the most effective and efficient solutions to your legal needs.
Summit Law Group achieves great results with small, efficient and creative teams. Every person at Summit Law Group is a legal professional who shares in the firm's success, and every lawyer is an equity owner of our business. As a result, everyone on your Summit team personally feels a sense of ownership, responsibility and accountability to our customers unparalleled at other firms. We strive to eliminate the inherent inefficiencies of traditional law firm practice, such as a leveraged partner/associate hierarchy, in order to focus exclusively on you, our customer.
This model has been proven over the years by our success with a broad variety of complex legal issues, success that has created loyal, enthusiastic customers. Summit Law Group is committed to building working partnerships with our customers and delivering the highest caliber work product with entrepreneurial vigor.
Rankings
National
Tier
2
National Ranking
Land Use and Zoning LawTier
2
National Ranking
Litigation - EnvironmentalTier
2
National Ranking
Litigation - First AmendmentTier
3
National Ranking
Appellate PracticeTier
3
National Ranking
Environmental LawTier
3
National Ranking
Labor Law - ManagementRegional
Seattle
Tier
1
Seattle
ArbitrationTier
1
Seattle
Bet-the-Company LitigationTier
1
Seattle
Commercial LitigationTier
1
Seattle
Criminal Defense: General PracticeTier
1
Seattle
Criminal Defense: White-CollarTier
1
Seattle
Employment Law - ManagementFirm Leadership
Highlighted Client Comments
These featured testimonials reflect a sampling of client experiences. As every legal matter is unique—comments are personal opinions, not guarantees of future results.
Labor Law - Management
Summit Law Group has served us well with both expertise and solid judgments and suggestions.
David Rule
Bellevue CollegeLitigation - Environmental
Summit Law Group is exceptional at litigation strategy and their client communications is excellent.
Bob McPherson
Washington River Protection Solutions LLCEnvironmental Law
The Summit Law Group has a very high degree of expertise in numerous areas related to environmental laws and regulatory issues. They are a very well respected firm with some of the best lawyers you will find anywhere.
Mark Asmundson
NW Clean Air AgencyCorporate Law
Summit Law has demonstrated market dominance for early stage startup companies. They provide legal services that are directly targeted for venture backed companies and do a great job.
Litigation - Labor and Employment
Summit Law Group has brought together an exceptional pool of talented attorneys and legal professionals to assist organizations with labor and employment issues. During the 2-3 years that I worked with Summit Law attorneys involving a variety of labor and employee issues, I always considered the direction and actions of our Summit Law legal advisors to be valuable, insightful, and valid. Their opinions and recommendations were always grounded in the reality of the issue without providing false or misleading hope of the potential outcome of the legal issue or case. As long as we operate in a litigious environment, I hope that Summit Law will be on hand to myself and others in need of their expertise.
Van Church
Corporate Law
We have been pleased with Summit Law group. Our regulatory filings are somewhat complex and Summit does an excellent job of navigating us through the regulatory maze at a reasonable price.
R. Stephen "Steve" Beatty
President and Chief Executive Officer – Helix BioMedix, Inc.Employment Law - Management
Summit Law Group provides outstanding service to our agency. Whether it be assistance with grievances, representation at mediation or arbitration, policy revisions (e.g., FMLA, Discrimination, etc.), and much, much more, they are prompt, professional, accurate, and current on labor matters, federal mandates, and state laws. Thank you Summit!
Ingrid Anderson
Human Resource Manager – Eastside Fire & RescueRankings
National
Tier
2
National Ranking
Land Use and Zoning LawTier
2
National Ranking
Litigation - EnvironmentalTier
2
National Ranking
Litigation - First AmendmentTier
3
National Ranking
Appellate PracticeTier
3
National Ranking
Environmental LawTier
3
National Ranking
Labor Law - ManagementRegional
Seattle
Tier
1
Seattle
ArbitrationTier
1
Seattle
Bet-the-Company LitigationTier
1
Seattle
Commercial LitigationTier
1
Seattle
Criminal Defense: General PracticeTier
1
Seattle
Criminal Defense: White-CollarTier
1
Seattle
Employment Law - ManagementTier
1
Seattle
Environmental LawTier
1
Seattle
Labor Law - ManagementTier
1
Seattle
Litigation - EnvironmentalTier
1
Seattle
Litigation - Intellectual PropertyTier
1
Seattle
Litigation - Labor and EmploymentTier
2
Seattle
Appellate PracticeTier
2
Seattle
First Amendment LawTier
2
Seattle
Land Use and Zoning LawTier
2
Seattle
Litigation - First AmendmentTier
2
Seattle
Litigation - Real EstateTier
3
Seattle
Administrative / Regulatory LawTier
3
Seattle
Information Technology LawPractice Areas
Summit Law Group PLLC has been ranked by Best Law Firms for excellence in 18 specialties, reflecting the firm's commitment to delivering outstanding legal services.
Additionally, the firm provides services in these practice areas:
- Commercial Litigation
- Corporate Law
- Employment Law - Management
- Environmental Law
- Labor Law - Management
- Litigation - Environmental
- Litigation - First Amendment
- Litigation - Intellectual Property
- Natural Resources Law
- Securities / Capital Markets Law
- Securities Regulation
Individuals Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America®
Summit Law Group PLLC proudly has 19 lawyers recognized for their outstanding professional performance in the 2025 edition of The Best Lawyers in America®. This peer-reviewed honor highlights individual excellence and directly qualifies the firm for consideration in the prestigious Best Law Firms rankings. For over four decades, Best Lawyers has been the gold standard for recognizing top legal talent, serving as the cornerstone for Best Law Firms awards. Learn more about our rigorous Best Lawyers research and selection process.
Client Comments
A strong relationship between a client and their law firm is key to achieving the best possible outcomes. Open communication, trust, and collaboration ensure that attorneys understand each client’s unique goals and needs. Choosing the right firm means finding a team with the experience, knowledge, and dedication to guide you through every stage of the legal process.
Client comments reflect personal opinions and individual experiences. Every case is different, and outcomes depend on specific facts and circumstances. Past results and testimonials do not guarantee similar outcomes in future matters. For personalized legal advice, consult directly with an experienced attorney who can evaluate your specific situation and provide tailored guidance.
Firm News
September 1, 2014
Summit Highlighted In Corporate Counsel Magazine
Offices & Contacts
Seattle, WA
315 Fifth Avenue South, Suite 1000
Seattle, WA 98104-2682
United States
Kennewick, WA
1030 North Center Parkway, Suite 308
Kennewick, WA 99336
United States