Robert D. Maxwell

From a very young age I have been immersed, in one way or another, with ice hockey. Hockey instilled in me the core values of hard work, leadership, loyalty, and honesty — all qualities that I apply in the practice of law. The sport has also shown me the success that can be achieved through working together as a team. In my practice I approach every legal matter with a team mentality and strive to ensure that my clients understand that they are a critical part of the team; cooperation, understanding, and communication are key. Through a team approach, clear communication, and trust, it is my goal to help clients resolve any dispute and then minimize the risk going forward.

I strive to develop long-lasting client relationships by providing the upmost service, regardless of the size or complexity of the legal matter. I have represented clients on a wide variety of transactional matters including residential real property purchases and sales, residential and commercial leases, business purchase and sales, and business entity formation. I have also represented clients in litigation involving construction issues, contractual disputes, property disputes, landlord-tenant actions and evictions. I enjoy working with homeowners, construction contractors (big and small) to help them navigate the complexities of the construction arena, whether through litigation or in drafting documents to help protect their interests.

Originally from Yakima, Washington, I moved to Seattle in 2004 to attend the University of Washington where I played for the University of Washington Ice Hockey Team. I graduated with a B.A. in 2008. I graduated from Seattle University School of Law in 2013 and have been practicing law in Seattle ever since.

When not working, I enjoy playing and coaching hockey, rock-climbing, mountain biking, surfing, sailing, and enjoying everything the Pacific Northwest has to offer. I live in Seattle with my wife and two kids.

- J.D., Seattle University School of Law
- B.A., University of Washington, Political Science
- Washington State Bar Association
- U.S. District Court – Western District of Washington
- Seattle Junior Hockey Association – Former Volunteer Coach
- Successfully argued bench trial in favor of defendant in breach of contract case with claims in excess of $1M.   
- Successfully argued bench trial in favor of defendant concerning adverse possession, breach of contract and specific performance related to boundary line dispute.    
- Represented homeowner in week-long bench trial with claims against homeowner for defamation, libel, slander, and breach of contract. Dismissal of all claims against homeowner and substantial judgment with attorney fees and cost awarded to client on defense and counterclaims.
- Successfully negotiated settlement with condominium homeowner for claims relating to flooding of unit caused by deferred maintenance of common area. Client received full repair and replacement costs plus attorney fees in settlement.
- Successfully defended property line dispute through summary judgment and arguments at court of appeals.
- Represented homeowner in construction dispute with contractor resulting in full payment of costs to repair and attorney fees.
- Successfully Represented purchaser of real property in dispute concerning seller misrepresentations and permit issues resulting in full costs of repair plus damages.
- Successfully Represented multifamily landlord in City of Seattle against claims of landlord retaliation. 
- Negotiated and settled complex estate dispute between siblings involving the administration of a survivor trust and sale of the trust property.
- Successfully represented contactor through arbitration for payment of outstanding contract amounts resulting in judgment award and dismissal of counterclaims.
- Successfully represented condominium unit owners in lawsuit against homeowners association relating to full release of special assessment asserted against their unit. Full arbitration award and attorney fees awarded to clients. 
- Successfully represented Plaintiff real estate brokerage in breach of contract relating to the sales and marketing of newly developed property through arbitration.  
- Successfully represented clients in a real property contract dispute up to the Supreme Court of Washington in which claims were found in clients favor along with attorney fees and costs.
- Represented estate in contentious family estate dispute involving community property agreements and real property in order to satisfy substantial creditors’ claim. Negotiated and achieved full resolution of the matter in favor of client. 
- Full settlement for client in tort claim against the United States concerning property damage sustained to their property. 
- Argued and was awarded a full dismissal and trial order in favor of defendants in complex UCC sales case.  
- Outside counsel for residential brokerage firms in Washington state.
- Represented estate creditor in contentious family dispute involving the need to liquidate real property in order to satisfy creditors’ claim. Negotiated and achieved favorable resolution of the matter for client.