Evan Bariault
Principal
Evan is a savvy and effective trial lawyer that consistently obtains excellent results for his clients. Evan’s practice involves the representation of individuals and families in personal injury, consumer protection, premises liability, wrongful death, serious car and motorcycle accidents, class action and employment litigation.
Although he grew up in Seattle, Evan has lived in Asia, Central and South America. He utilizes his diverse background to help understand unique client needs and develop creative, positive solutions. His forward looking, detailed and efficient approach has helped secure favorable outcomes at the trial and appellate levels in state and federal courts. His commitment to success is unwavering and his ability to out think and outperform his opponents has led to exceptional results.
When not practicing law, Evan enjoys exploring the outdoors with his kids while also occasionally trying to get away from them to enjoy a date night with his wife.
Education
- Seattle University School of Law, Juris Doctorate, 2010
Representative Cases:
Homan v. State of Washington, et al. (2024) – $18,500,000 recovery for the tragic death of a three-year old girl who was murdered by her caregiver while under the care and custody of the State of Washington. The settlement was reached with the State of Washington and a daycare provider that Homan attended in the months before her death.
John Doe v. Confidential (2024) – $3,500,000 recovery for adult who was abused as a minor by a co-worker while working at a commercial retailer.
Cox v. State of Washington (2023) – $115,000,000 verdict for the wrongful death of two boys under the care and custody of the State of Washington. Later upheld on appeal.
Church v. Alpha Supported Living Services (2023) – $5,500,000 recovery for disabled adult who was seriously injured due to the negligence of his care providers.
Granston v. Asphalt Patch Systems, Inc. (2023) – $300,000 recovery for automobile accident involving assorted injuries.
Jane Doe v. Confidential (2022) – $3,450,000 insurance bad faith recovery after insurer failed to pay its aggregate policy limits.
Benton, et al. v. Clark County (2021) – $693,988 verdict for the wrongful termination of three Clark County employees. Later settled on appeal for $1,400,000.
Edison v. City of Seattle, et. al. (2021) – $225,000 recovery for motorcycle accident injuries.
Ramstad v. Supplee (2020) – $240,000 recovery for dog bite victim.
Jane Doe v. Confidential (2019) – $1,275,000 recovery for young woman who suffered workplace injuries.
Does v. Confidential Employer (2019) – Over $750,000 recovered for employees for missed meal and rest breaks.
Low v. Encore Development Group (2018) – $400,000 recovery for adult assaulted by nightclub bouncer.
K.S. v. Seattle School District (2018) – $675,000 recovery for adult who was abused a minor student.
Jane Doe v. Confidential (2018) – Policy limits recovery for wrongful death claim.
Harmes v. Kemper Development Co. (2017) – $2,500,000 recovery plus additional confidential sum for wrongful death of a patron at Bellevue Square.
John Doe v. John Doe (2017) – $315,000 recovery for automobile accident involving assorted injuries.
John Doe v. Confidential (2016) – $3,100,000 recovery for employment and copyright claims.