Professional Experience

Kristy practices in the firm’s litigation department, handling cases involving personal injury, employment, business disputes, health insurance and property disputes. Kristy also represents physicians and other health care providers in licensing and disciplinary disputes.

Prior to joining Helsell Fetterman, Kristy worked at a boutique law firm for fourteen years. During her time at the firm, she successfully represented clients in a number of matters. Her experience includes participating in numerous jury trials with multi-million dollar results.

Outside of work, Kristy enjoys spending time with her husband and twin sons, volunteering in the community, boating, sports, and travel.

Admitted To Practice

  • Washington State Bar
  • United States District Court for the Western District of Washington
  • United States District Court for the Eastern District of Washington
  • United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit

Professional Affiliations

  • Washington State Bar Association
    • Washington State Bar Young Lawyers Division Member Outreach Committee, Chair (2009-2011)
    • Washington State Bar Young Lawyers Division Member Outreach Committee, Co-Chair (2010)
  • King County Bar Association
    • Lawyer Referral Service Committee, Chair (2013-2021)
    • Lawyer Referral Service, Member (2009-Present)
  • Snohomish County Bar Association
  • American Bar Association
  • American Inns of Court, Member (2012-2015)
  • The William Dwyer American Inn of Court, Member (2012-2015)

Honors and Awards

  • Super Lawyers Magazine, Super Lawyer (2020)
  • Super Lawyers Magazine, “Rising Star” (2013, 2015-2018)
  • National Trial Lawyers, Top 40 Under 40 (2014)

Community Involvement

  •  Junior League of Seattle
    • Active Member (2011-2017)
    • Sustainer (2018-Present)