David M. Bowman
DAVID M. BOWMAN
David’s practice focuses on advising and
representing small businesses and individuals in business
transactions, employment law matters, and legislative affairs. His
legal experience and interests include:
• Drafting, negotiating, and reviewing technology, commercial
finance, real estate, and other business transactions.
• Counseling clients regarding a variety of employment law
matters: drafting and reviewing employment policies, handbooks, and
agreements; investigating claims of discrimination, harassment, and
wrongful termination; and representing clients in early dispute
resolution—where appropriate—before formal litigation ensues.
• Advocating for clients at all levels of local and state
government regarding development, revision, and implementation of
laws affecting small businesses, employment, transportation, and the
environment.
Prior to joining Peterson Russell Kelly in 2006, David was an
associate with the Seattle office of Davis Wright Tremaine LLP and
counsel with the Washington State House of Representatives.
Practice Emphasis.
Technology
Employment
Commercial Finance
Commercial Real Estate
Real Estate
Government Relations & Legislative Affairs
Education.
University of Washington School of Law – J.D., 1998 (Washington Law
Review, Executive Board, Managing Editor); New York University – B.F.A.,
1989
Bar/Court Admissions.
Admitted to the Washington Bar, 1998
Admitted to the United States District Court, Western District of
Washington, 1999
Admitted to the United States District Court, Eastern District of
Washington, 2000
Admitted to the United States Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit, 2004
Seminars & Publications
Chair, Davis Wright Tremaine Annual Employment Law Seminar, 2005
Speaker, Avoiding Employee Termination Lawsuits, NBI, 2005
Speaker, Minimizing Risk and Avoiding Liability When Terminating
Employees, Council on Education in Management, 2004
Professional & Civic Involvement.
American Bar Association
Washington State Bar Association
King County Bar Association
