Robert K. Dawson
Lecturer in Business Law
JD, Willamette University College of Law, Oregon (1978)
BA, University of Washington (1975)
SpecialtiesLitigation and alternative dispute resolution
Positions HeldAt the University of Washington since 1980
Partner, DawsonBrown, Seattle, WA (2004-present)
Partner, Pence & Dawson, Seattle, WA (1985-2004)
Principal, Law Offices of Robert K. Dawson, Seattle, WA (1979-1985)
Honors and AwardsBest Lawyers in America Listing.
"AV" rating by Martindale-Hubbell Law Directory. Given to less than 10% of attorneys nationally.
Rated by judges and fellow attorneys as having a Very High to Preeminient rating for legal ability along with strict adherence to ethical standards, professional reliability and diligence.
Washington "Super Lawyer", Law and Politics Magazine. Selected from more than 20,000 ballots. Super Lawyer title is given to less than 4% of Washington lawyers. Seattle "Super Lawyer" is only given to the top 50 lawyers in Seattle.
Alvin Anderson Award. First recipient of award. Given by the Washington State Trial Lawyers Association honoring generosity of spirit.
Selected PublicationsThe Minors' Settlement Manual--Handling Settlements for Minors and Emanicpated Adults (2008).