Pfau Cochran Vertetis Amala PLLC

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  • Established in 2009
  • Firm Size 26
  • Pursuing Justice & Changing lives. Known For Our Compassionate, Involved Approach

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    4.7/5.0 (122)
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Pfau Cochran Vertetis Amala PLLC (PCVA) was founded in 2009 by four trial lawyers determined to build a firm that put plaintiffs first. Since then, PCVA has grown from a team of eight to over 30 attorneys, becoming one of the largest and most respected plaintiff-only law firms in Washington. The firm is known for taking on high-stakes cases and standing up to powerful institutions on behalf of those who have been harmed.PCVA has secured over $1 billion in verdicts and settlements for clients, handling cases involving sexual abuse, medical malpractice, catastrophic injury, wrongful death, and corporate and government negligence. The firm is frequently at the forefront of groundbreaking legal battles, achieving results that not only provide justice for clients but also drive meaningful change. More than 75 percent of PCVA’s attorneys are consistently recognized on the Super Lawyers or Rising Stars lists, a reflection of the firm’s reputation for excellence and its commitment to success.PCVA is built on the belief that the law can be a force for good. Outside the courtroom, the firm is deeply involved in community advocacy, mentoring young lawyers, and supporting organizations that promote justice and accountability. Whether fighting for survivors, injured individuals, or those wronged by powerful entities, PCVA remains dedicated to making a difference - one case at a time.
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Areas of Practice (67)

  • Consumer Protection
  • Charity Care Abuses
  • Data Breach Class Action Lawsuits
  • Debt Collection Violations
  • Medical Lien Abuse
  • Medical Malpractice
  • Birth Injuries
  • Elder Neglect
  • Hospital-Acquired Infection
  • Medical Negligence
  • Missed Diagnoses
  • Surgical Errors
  • Undiagnosed Conditions
  • Product Liability
  • Automobile Defects
  • Defective Products
  • Serious Injury
  • Construction Injuries
  • Exploding Batteries
  • Major Burns
  • Railroad Injuries
  • Vehicle Accidents
  • Workplace Injuries
  • Sexual Abuse Survivors
  • Boy Scouts Sexual Abuse
  • Coach Sexual Abuse
  • Foster Care Abuse
  • Group Home Sexual Abuse
  • Nursing Home Abuse
  • Church Or Priest Sexual Abuse
  • Abuse, Injuries & Discrimination In School
  • Workplace Sexual Abuse
  • Personal Injury
  • Wrongful Death
  • Automobile Accidents
  • Truck Accidents
  • Head Injury
  • Spinal Injury
  • Emergency Room Errors
  • Products Liability
  • Injuries
  • Uninsured And Underinsured Motorists
  • Motorcycle Accidents
  • Insurance Law
  • Airplane Crash Litigation
  • Railroad Accidents And Injuries
  • Slip and Fall
  • Dog Bites
  • Work Related Injuries
  • Cerebral Palsy
  • Erbs Palsy
  • Accidents
  • Animal Attacks
  • Aquatic Injuries
  • Bicycle Accidents
  • Boating Accidents
  • Bodily Injury
  • Brain Injury
  • Bus Accidents
  • Catastrophic Injury
  • Motor Vehicle Accidents
  • Pedestrian Injuries
  • School Bus Accidents
  • Severe Burns
  • Tourist Injuries
  • Traumatic Brain Injury
  • Whiplash
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Darrell Cochran: Attorney with Pfau Cochran Vertetis Amala PLLC
Darrell Cochran
Partner
4.6
34 Reviews
Tacoma, WA

Catastrophic Injury or Death, Medical Malpractice, Sexual Abuse, Insurance Bad Faith, Product Liability, Class Action, General Serious Personal Injury View More

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Michael Pfau: Attorney with Pfau Cochran Vertetis Amala PLLC
Michael Pfau
Partner
5.0
16 Reviews
Seattle, WA

Auto Accidents, Consumer Protection, Medical Malpractice, Product Liability, Serious Injury, Sexual Abuse Victims View More

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Thomas Vertetis: Attorney with Pfau Cochran Vertetis Amala PLLC
Thomas Vertetis
Managing Partner
4.9
19 Reviews
Tacoma, WA

Catastrophic Injury or Death, Medical Malpractice, Consumer Protection, Civil Rights, Sex Abuse, General Serious Personal Injury, Automobile Accidents View More

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Jason Amala: Attorney with Pfau Cochran Vertetis Amala PLLC
Jason Amala
Partner
4.9
16 Reviews
Seattle, WA

Sexual Abuse, Products Liability, Medical Malpractice, Civil Rights, Wrongful Death View More

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Vincent Nappo: Attorney with Pfau Cochran Vertetis Amala PLLC
Vincent Nappo
Partner
1.0
1 Review
Seattle, WA

Sexual Abuse, Complex Injury

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Elizabeth Calora: Attorney with Pfau Cochran Vertetis Amala PLLC
Elizabeth Calora
Partner
4.8
11 Reviews
Tacoma, WA

Auto Accidents, Medical Malpractice, Product Liability, Serious Injury, Sexual Abuse Victims View More

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Kevin Hastings: Attorney with Pfau Cochran Vertetis Amala PLLC
Kevin Hastings
Partner
4.8
25 Reviews
Tacoma, WA

Government Liability, Class Actions, Bad Faith Insurance Law, Wrongful Death, Civil Rights, Catastrophic Personal Injury, Personal Injury, Automobile Accidents, Truck Accidents, Head Injury, Spinal Injury, Emergency Room Errors, Products Liability, Injuries, Uninsured And Underinsured Motorists, Motorcycle Accidents, Insurance Law, Airplane Crash Litigation, Railroad Accidents And Injuries, Slip and Fall, Dog Bites, Work Related Injuries, Birth Injuries, Cerebral Palsy, Erbs Palsy, Accidents, Animal Attacks, Aquatic Injuries, Bicycle Accidents, Boating Accidents, Bodily Injury, Brain Injury, Bus Accidents, Catastrophic Injury, Motor Vehicle Accidents, Pedestrian Injuries, School Bus Accidents, Severe Burns, Tourist Injuries, Traumatic Brain Injury, Whiplash View More

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Steven Reich: Attorney with Pfau Cochran Vertetis Amala PLLC
Steven Reich
Partner
4.4
3 Reviews
Seattle, WA

Sexual Abuse, Secular Organizations

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Peer Reviews

4.7/5.0 (122 reviews)

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  • Analytical Capability

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  • Judgment

    4.7/5.0

  • Communication

    4.7/5.0

  • Legal Experience

    4.7/5.0

  • 5.0/5.0 Review for Kevin Hastings by a Attorney on 07/22/21 in Personal Injury

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  • 5.0/5.0 Review for Kevin Hastings by a Managing Partner on 07/20/21 in Personal Injury

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  • 5.0/5.0 Review for Kevin Hastings by a Attorney on 07/20/21 in Personal Injury

    I've worked with Kevin as co-counsel on cases and have found him to be an excellent advocate for his clients.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Review for Kevin Hastings by a Attorney on 07/20/21 in Personal Injury

    Kevin is hard working and an extremely capable personal injury lawyer. He has the knowledge, skills, and resources to win tough cases and take on large, multi-million dollar Defendants.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Review for Kevin Hastings by a Attorney on 07/20/21 in Personal Injury

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  • 5.0/5.0 Review for Kevin Hastings by a Senior Partner on 07/20/21 in Personal Injury

    I've known Kevin since law school. Kevin is an incredibly sharp and determined individual. From what I know, he is an excellent advocate. If I needed personal injury advice, I would ask Kevin to represent me.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Review for Kevin Hastings by a Attorney on 07/20/21 in Personal Injury

    Kevin is a very skilled and exceptional lawyer. I have personally worked many cases with Kevin and he has demonstrated impeccable knowledge in litigation, and motion practice in both federal and state jurisdictions. Clients appreciate Kevin's s... Read more

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  • 5.0/5.0 Review for Kevin Hastings by a Attorney on 07/20/21 in Wrongful Death

    Kevin demonstrates the absolute highest level of legal knowledge, skill and judgment. He's a great attorney, and he and his firm get outstanding results for their clients.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Review for Kevin Hastings by a Attorney on 07/20/21 in Civil Rights

    Kevin is a well respected and aggressive trial attorney who is also very professional and collegial.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Review for Kevin Hastings by a Attorney on 07/19/21 in Class Actions

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