About Patrick Arthur

Patrick Arthur Palace practices personal injury law in University Place, Washington. He has been a managing partner since 1998, demonstrating a long-standing commitment to his clients and the legal community. His firm focuses on representing individuals who have suffered injuries due to negligence, ensuring they receive the compensation they deserve. The firm operates with a approach, handling the requirements of personal injury claims from initial consultations to trial. He earned his J.D. from Loyola University Chicago School of Law in 1988.

Since then, he has built a robust career, contributing to various legal organizations and initiatives. Patrick has held multiple leadership roles, including serving as the President of the Washington State Bar Association. His involvement extends to being a delegate to the National ABA/YLD General Assembly and co-chairing the Pierce County Campaign for Equal Justice through the Law Fund. Most of his professional focus is on personal injury cases, where he handles everything from initial investigations to trial proceedings. He is experienced in the legal stages of personal injury claims, including discovery, mediation, and litigation. Patrick's experience allows him to effectively advocate for his clients, ensuring their voices are heard in the legal system.

Before becoming a managing partner, he was involved in various capacities within the legal community. He has served as an executive producer and moderator, showcasing his commitment to legal education and public service. His contributions have not gone unnoticed; he has received recognition for his efforts, including being a finalist for presenting the LawTalk program at the National ABA Convention. Patrick is a member of numerous legal organizations, such as the National Trial Lawyers and the Washington State Trial Lawyers Association. His active participation in these groups reflects his dedication to advancing the legal profession and supporting fellow attorneys. He has also served on various committees, including the Public Affairs Committee and the Legislative Steering Committee, where he has worked to influence policy and improve access to justice.

In addition to his legal practice, Patrick is engaged in community service, particularly through the YMCA and other local initiatives. His commitment to public service is evident in his efforts to promote legal education and access to justice for all. As he continues his work in personal injury law, he remains focused on making a positive impact in both the legal community and the lives of his clients.

Education

Loyola University Chicago School of Law

J.D.

1988

Experience

Managing Partner

Palace Law Personal Injury Group, PSC
2013

Managing Partner

Palace Law Offices
1998

Executive Producer/Moderator

Peoples Law School
1998

Accepted Jurisdictions

Washington

Court Admissions

Washington State Supreme Court State Supreme Court

Types of Cases Handled

personal injury

Legal Services Scope

Initial consultations Trial Discovery Mediation Litigation

Professional Associations

Gerry Spence s Trial Lawyer College NW

has membership Current

American Bar Association

Washington State Delegate to the National ABA/YLD General Assembly Current

American Bar Association

ABA/YLD Public Service Subgrant Recipient Current

Washington State Bar Association

President 2013 - Current

Law Fund (Legal Aid for Washington)

Co-Chair on Pierce County Campaign for Equal Justice 2013 - Current

The National Trial Lawyers

has membership 2013 - Current

Washington State Bar Association Board of Governors

Governor, 6th Congressional District 2008 - Current

YMCA

Branch Chair, Strong Kid s Campaign 2008 - Current

Public Justice

has membership 2002 - Current

Washington State Trial Lawyers Association

Board of Governors 1999 - Current

American Bar Association

Presented and argued a resolution to increase jury pay before the ABA/YLD national delegation. The resolution passed 94-33 and was adopted by the ABA. 1999 - Current

American Bar Association

Selected as a national program finalist for purposes of presenting the LawTalk program at the National ABA Convention in LaJolla, California 1998 - Current

American Trial Lawyers Association

has membership 1996 - Current

Washington State Association for Justice

has membership 1993 - Current

National Organization of Social Security Claimants Representatives

has membership 1993 - Current

Tacoma-Pierce County Bar Association

has membership 1991 - Current

Washinton State Association for Justice

Liasion to the WSBA Board of Governors 2011 - 2011

Washington State Bar Association

WSBA Treasurer 2010 - 2011

Tacoma-Pierce County Bar Association

Judicial Qualifications Comittee 2006 - 2009

Washington State Association for Justice

Chair: Pierce County Peoples Law School 1998 - 2009

Tacoma-Pierce County Bar Association

Convention Planning Committee 1997 - 2009

Washington State Association for Justice

Co-Chair Holly Ball 2006 - 2007

Washington State Trial Lawyers Association

Second Vice President: Judicial Relations 2006 - 2007

Washington State Bar Association

Foundations of Freedom Task Force 2005 - 2007

Washington State Association for Justice

2nd VP: Development Committee 2005 - 2006

Washington State Association for Justice

VP: has membershipship Committee 2004 - 2005

Washington State Trial Lawyers Association

Second Vice President: Development Committee 2004 - 2005

Washington State Association for Justice

has membership: New has memberships Committee 2000 - 2005

Washington State Association for Justice

Secretary 2003 - 2004

American Bar Association

has membership 1995 - 2004

Washington State Bar Association

Law Examiners Committee (Funded Position) 2002 - 2003

Wahsington State Association For Justice

VP: CLE Committee 2002 - 2003

Tacoma-Pierce County Bar Association

has membershipship Committee 2001 - 2002

Washington State Association for Justice

Executive Committee 2001 - 2002

Washington State Association for Justice

Legislative Steering Committee 2001 - 2002

Washington State Association for Justice

Chair: Public Affairs Committee ( Two Terms) 2000 - 2002

Washington State Association for Justice

Public Affairs Committee 1998 - 2002

Tacoma-Pierce County Bar Association

Medical-Legal Liaison Committee 2000 - 2001

Washington State Association for Justice

Chair: New has memberships Committee 2000 - 2001

Bates Technical College s Legal Secretary/Assistant Advisory Committee

has membership 1996 - 2001

Washington State Association for Justice

Board has membership: 6th District Representative 1999 - 2000

Washington State Association for Justice

Liaison to the WSBA Board of Governors 1999 - 2000

American Bar Association

has membership Solo and Small Firm Committee 1999 - 2000

Washington State Bar Association

Law Day 2000 Committee has membership 1999 - 2000

Washington State Association for Justice

Co-Chair: Peoples Law School (statewide) 1998 - 2000

Washington State Bar Association

Public Legal Education Workgroup Taskforce 1998 - 2000

American Bar Association

Federal Emergency Management Agency-YLD Emergency Relief Legal Services Volunteer 1996 - 2000

Washington State Bar-Young Lawyers Division

Chair: "LawTalk" Committee 1996 - 2000

Washington State Bar-Young Lawyers Division

has membership Long Range Planning Committee 1996 - 2000

Tacoma-Pierce County Bar Association-Young Lawyers Division

has membership 1991 - 2000

Tacoma-Pierce County Bar Association

has membership of the Superior Court Liaison Committee 1998 - 1999

Washington State Association for Justice

Long Range Planning Committee 1998 - 1999

Washington State Association for Justice

Chair: Speakers Bureau 1998 - 1999

Washington State Bar- Young Lawyers Division

President 1998 - 1999

YMCA Mock Trial Program Committee

has membership 1997 - 1999

Washington State Bar-Young Lawyers Division

Chair: WYLD State Convention CLE Committee 1997 - 1999

Washington State Association for Justice

CLE Committee has membership 1996 - 1999

Washington State Association for Justice

Chair: Holly Ball Committee 1997 - 1998

Washington State Bar-Young Lawyers Division

President-Elect 1997 - 1998

Tacoma-Pierce County Bar Association-Young Lawyers Division

Trustee Board 1996 - 1998

Tacoma-Pierce County Bar Association-Young Lawyers Division

Chair: Continuing Legal Education Committee 1995 - 1997

Washington State Bar-Young Lawyers Division

Board Liaison to Legislative Committee 1995 - 1997

Washington State Bar-Young Lawyers Division

Board of Trustees 9th Congressional District 1995 - 1997

Washington State Bar-Young Lawyers Division

Chair: Nominations and Awards Committee 1995 - 1997

Washington State Bar-Young Lawyers Division

has membership Legislative Committee 1993 - 1997

Tacoma-Pierce County Bar Association

has membership Public Relations Committee 1995 - 1996

Office Locations

Main Office

 4009 Bridgeport Way West, Suite B University Place WA 98466