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Gordon Charles Webb

Gordon Charles Webb

Maritime Lawyer Serving Seattle, WA; Alaska, California and Florida
  • Maritime Law, Personal Injury, Products Liability
  • Alaska, Washington
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Biography

Gordon Charles Webb is a native of Seattle, Washington. He grew up on the shores of Puget Sound and studied marine construction at the Edison School of Boat Building. After building commercial fishing boats and working in the commercial fishing industry, he became a lawyer to help people. Gordon believes in listening to and getting to know his clients so he can care for them as he would a family member.

Gordon has successfully helped hundreds of people around the United States work through various legal matters and looks forward to engaging in new challenges daily.

Gordon enjoys time with family and friends, sports, biking, running, blue water diving, swimming, and exploring the world by the sea.

Practice Areas
    Maritime Law
    Personal Injury
    Brain Injury, Car Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Truck Accidents, Wrongful Death
    Products Liability
    Motor Vehicle Defects
Additional Practice Areas
  • Cruise Ship Injuries - Passengers and Crew
  • Washington State Ferries - Passenger and Crew Injuries
  • Fisherman Injuries and Wage Claims
  • Cruise Ship Law
  • Car Accidents and Injuries
  • Bike Accidents
  • Jones Act Claims
  • Boat Accident Injuries
  • Wrongful Death
  • Pedestrian Accidents
  • Dog Bite Injury Law
Fees
  • Free Consultation
  • Contingent Fees
  • Rates, Retainers and Additional Information
    Hourly Rates Available Upon Request
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
Alaska
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Washington
Washington State Bar Association
ID Number: WSBA NO. 22777
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9th Circuit
ID Number: WSBA NO. 22777
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U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Eastern District of Washington
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U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Western District of Washington
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U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Washington
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U.S. District Court, Southern District of California
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U.S. District Court, Western District of Washington
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Languages
  • English: Spoken, Written
  • Spanish
Professional Experience
Principal
Seattle Maritime Attorneys
- Current
Founder / Partner
WEBB LAW FIRM
- Current
Plaintiff's Litigation and Trial Law Firm
Principal
John Merriam & Gordon Webb
- Current
Associate Attorney
BAUER MOYNIHAN
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Associate, Maritime Defense Litigation Law Firm
Education
Tulane University School of Law
LL.M. (1993) | Admiralty & Maritime Law
Honors: Law Review
Activities: Tulane Maritime Law Review
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University of Idaho College of Law
J.D. | Law
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Seattle University
B.A. (1987) | Political Science
Honors: Graduated with Honors - Cum Laude
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Awards
Selected Top 100 Litigation lawyers in the State of Washington
The American Society of Legal Advocates
selected Top 100 Litigation Lawyer in the State of Washington
Pro Bono Publico Service Commendation
Washington State Bar Association
2003-2004
Certificate of Merit Pro Bono Publico
The Canadian Consulate General
Associate Member
Tulane Maritime Law Journal
Professional Associations
Florida State Trial Lawyers Association
Member
- Current
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Washington State Trial Lawyers Association
Member
- Current
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Seattle King County Bar Association
Member
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Washington State Bar  # 22777
Member
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Maritime Law Association of the United States
Member
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Washington State Bar Association
Member
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Publications
Articles & Publications
U.S. Documentation of Canadian Built Vessels
The Canadian Consulate General
Tulane Maritime Law Journal
Tulane University School of Law
Certifications
LLM Admiralty and Maritime Law
Tulane University School of Law
Websites & Blogs
Website
Gordon Charles Webb's Website Profile
Website
John Merriam & Gordon Webb Website
Legal Answers
28 Questions Answered
Q. We were told we have a strong case against a cruise line. Not sure how to proceed.
A: Contact a maritime lawyer immediately. Have them review your contract of carriage (ticket) because, depending on your type of action, there are notice and filing requirements in the ticket that must be complied with, which can be as short as 30 days, and up to one year, from the date of the incident.
Q. I was in a boat fire in Nov 2018 .the insurance contacted me but I haven't heard from them again
A: You should contact a local attorney immediately to discuss your case and statute of limitation issues, including the time limit to answer a claim if the vessel owner filed a complaint under the limitation of liability act.
Q. Is the Death On The High Seas Act a claim a family member can file in addition to a wrongful death claim, or instead of
A: Yes if the death occurred on the high seas the lawsuit must be filed under DOSHA by the personal representative of the estate.
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Contact & Map
John Merriam & Gordon Webb
Seattle Office
West Wall Building Fishermen´s Terminal
4005 20th Ave W
#110
Seattle, WA 98199
Toll-Free: (877) 800-1007
Telephone: (206) 729-5252
Fax: (206) 729-1012
Gordon Webb & John Merriam
Seattle Office
225 106th Avenue NE
Seattle-Bellevue, WA 98004
Toll-Free: (877) 800-1007
Telephone: (425) 454-3800
Fax: (425) 307-6446