Profile
Robert L. Christie is the principal attorney of the Seattle, Washington, firm the Christie Law Group, PLLC. With 29 years of legal experience, Mr. Christie provides defense representation in ligation matters including civil rights and employer and professional liability.
Robert L. Christie earned his law degree cum laude from the University of Puget Sound School of Law. He began his legal career as a law clerk to the Honorable Vernon Pearson, Division II of the Washington Court of Appeals. In his practice career, Mr. Christie has developed extensive experience as appellate counsel, arguing in the Washington Court of Appeals, the Washington State Supreme Court, the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals and the Federal Circuit Court of Appeals. Additionally, Mr. Christie has authored for briefs in cases considered by the U.S. Supreme Court.
Recognized by his peers for his legal ability and ethical practice, Mr. Christie has been listed among the Washington Super Lawyers since 2000. In 2009, Mr. Christie was offered membership in the Federation of Defense and Corporate Counsel and serves as the chair of the FDCC's Civil Rights and Public Entity Liability Section.
About Robert Christie
Law School: Seattle University School of Law
Admitted: 1980, Washington
Professional Webpage: www.christielawgroup.com/the-team/robert-christie/
Honors and Awards:
- AV Rated by Martindale Hubbell
Bar/Professional Activity:
- Member, Federation of Defense and Corporate Counsel
- Washington, 1980
- U.S. District Court Western District of Washington, 1983
- U.S. Court of Appeals 9th Circuit, 1984
- U.S. Supreme Court, 1986
Scholarly Lectures and Writings:
- Lecturer, Risk Management Issues
Educational Background:
- University of Washington, 1977