Brad is a native of Seattle, Washington. He completed his course work at the University of Washington (B.A. Philosophy, 1988) and Seattle University School of Law, where he graduated cum laude in 1992.
As a partner in the Seattle offices of Stritmatter Kessler, Brad's practice focuses on nursing home liability, products liability, class actions and insurance litigation. His insurance work involves pursuing Bad Faith/Consumer Protection Act claims on behalf of policyholders and insureds.
Brad has tried to verdict or judgment over 75 cases and settled hundreds more. He has spoken at over 30 legal seminars and written numerous articles and papers on law-related issues over the years. He has twice served as Chair of the Washington State Trial Lawyer’s Insurance Law section. Currently, Brad serves on the Board of Directors for the Public Justice Foundation, the nation’s preeminent public interest law firm, and also acts as Public Justice’s state coordinator. In addition, Brad has presided over more than 20 arbitrations.
Education
- Seattle University, J.D., cum laude, 1992
- University of Washington, B.A., Philosophy, 1988
Outside the Office
Brad has traveled all over the world, and resides in West
Seattle with his wife and daughter. He is an avid golfer.