Katie M.Gould

Katie’s experience as an employment law litigator ranges from client counseling and early resolution, to mediation and complex negotiations, and all the way through discovery and ultimately–trial and arbitration. Katie provides guidance to employers on a variety of topics including Title VII and Washington State discrimination claims, Federal Medical Leave Act and Washington State Paid Family Medical Leave claims, claims arising from the Americans with Disabilities Act, Equal Pay and Opportunities Act, pregnancy discrimination, wrongful termination, retaliation, alternative dispute resolution, employment misclassification, and contractual disputes related to employment.

For years, Katie has assisted and advocated for clients on both sides of the aisle when it comes to employment litigation and counseling. Katie’s experience advocating for both plaintiffs and defendants gives her a unique advantage in helping her clients come to a favorable resolution. Further, Katie’s experience studying conflict resolution and international corporate human rights has given her effective tools when it comes to investigations, negotiations, counseling, and advocacy. Katie’s style of representation is approachable, nuanced, and provides clients with useful insight and support for any of their employment law matters.

Clients can expect an innovative and creative approach to problem solving when working with Katie. She makes understanding employment law claims under both Federal and Washington State laws easy and approachable. Katie understands that hiring and trusting an attorney with your business can be an intimidating endeavor—and works to ensure there is open and trusting dialogue with her clients.