team-member

Cathryn Dammel

Seattle, WA

Licensed for 37 years

Law Degree

Awards

Primary Practice Area

Employment & Labor

Language

French

About

Over 30 years as management employment/labor law attorney and workplace investigator.  Big firm, in-house, and solo practices.  Trusted business advisor, legal consultant, and strategic partner to C-level executives, operations managers, and Human Resource professionals.   Experienced corporate executive and a Washington Best Lawyer.   Areas of focus include:       ·     Workplace investigations and cultural assessments       ·     Discrimination and harassment·      Performance management·      Employee discipline and termination·      Labor arbitrations and administrative hearings·      Administrative complaints (e.g., EEOC)·      Employment law litigation·      Employee policies, procedures and handbooks·      Wage and hour (e.g., exempt-nonexempt issues, interns, independent contractors)·      Employment, severance, non-compete, non-disclosure and other agreements·      Accommodations·      Leaves of absence·      Reductions in force and reorganizations·      Labor contract administration and grievance management·      Employment practices compliance review·      Development and presentation of training programs on topics such aso   Sexual and other prohibited harassmento   Leaves of absenceo   Investigation techniqueso   Performance and attendance managemento   Labor contract grievances and arbitrationo   Discipline and terminationo   Best practices to avoid employee lawsuitsWork with unionized and non-unionized environments, Fortune 500 companies, startups, family businesses, and executives. Clients include health care organizations, airlines, railroads, bottling companies, grocery retailers, technology firms, contractors, public employers, and more. Can be reached at [email protected] 

Practices Areas

Employment and labor

Language

French

Contact

DammelLaw PLLC1601 Fifth Avenue, Suite 1100Seattle, WA, 98101

Office: N/A

Website: N/A

Reviews

Peter
November 9, 2015

Cathryn was hired from my attorney as he was sure she would help my case. She was amazing and fought hard to make sure justice was served. She would be the first person I called if I had this type of issue again. Thank you for always being honest with me ( sometimes being a great attorney doesn't allow you to tell your client everything they want to hear). You fought hard for me when I had no fight left in me. Thank you again!

Kellie
April 13, 2015

I think the qualities I appreciate most about Cathryn are her responsiveness and expertise. I've never waited more than a couple hours for a response, even if it's to say she'll have to get back to me later. Her expertise is well-rounded and she doesn't just give facts but options. Cathryn is a consummate professional who is not heavy-handed in any way. I've never felt intimidated or patronized in our dealings. I highly recommend her to anyone dealing with HR issues.

Mark
October 24, 2014

Our firm has used Cathryn Dammel for the last 7 years for all our HR issues . She has always been excellent in her abilities to to get on task very quickly. Her advice and counsel are always spot on for every problem we have encountered. If you are looking for a no nonsense and top lawyer for your company who is extremely fair in her billing practices ,I would look no further.

Peter
November 9, 2015

Cathryn was hired from my attorney as he was sure she would help my case. She was amazing and fought hard to make sure justice was served. She would be the first person I called if I had this type of issue again. Thank you for always being honest with me ( sometimes being a great attorney doesn't allow you to tell your client everything they want to hear). You fought hard for me when I had no fight left in me. Thank you again!

Kellie
April 13, 2015

I think the qualities I appreciate most about Cathryn are her responsiveness and expertise. I've never waited more than a couple hours for a response, even if it's to say she'll have to get back to me later. Her expertise is well-rounded and she doesn't just give facts but options. Cathryn is a consummate professional who is not heavy-handed in any way. I've never felt intimidated or patronized in our dealings. I highly recommend her to anyone dealing with HR issues.

Mark
October 24, 2014

Our firm has used Cathryn Dammel for the last 7 years for all our HR issues . She has always been excellent in her abilities to to get on task very quickly. Her advice and counsel are always spot on for every problem we have encountered. If you are looking for a no nonsense and top lawyer for your company who is extremely fair in her billing practices ,I would look no further.

Peter
November 9, 2015

Cathryn was hired from my attorney as he was sure she would help my case. She was amazing and fought hard to make sure justice was served. She would be the first person I called if I had this type of issue again. Thank you for always being honest with me ( sometimes being a great attorney doesn't allow you to tell your client everything they want to hear). You fought hard for me when I had no fight left in me. Thank you again!

Kellie
April 13, 2015

I think the qualities I appreciate most about Cathryn are her responsiveness and expertise. I've never waited more than a couple hours for a response, even if it's to say she'll have to get back to me later. Her expertise is well-rounded and she doesn't just give facts but options. Cathryn is a consummate professional who is not heavy-handed in any way. I've never felt intimidated or patronized in our dealings. I highly recommend her to anyone dealing with HR issues.

Mark
October 24, 2014

Our firm has used Cathryn Dammel for the last 7 years for all our HR issues . She has always been excellent in her abilities to to get on task very quickly. Her advice and counsel are always spot on for every problem we have encountered. If you are looking for a no nonsense and top lawyer for your company who is extremely fair in her billing practices ,I would look no further.

Peter
November 9, 2015

Cathryn was hired from my attorney as he was sure she would help my case. She was amazing and fought hard to make sure justice was served. She would be the first person I called if I had this type of issue again. Thank you for always being honest with me ( sometimes being a great attorney doesn't allow you to tell your client everything they want to hear). You fought hard for me when I had no fight left in me. Thank you again!

Kellie
April 13, 2015

I think the qualities I appreciate most about Cathryn are her responsiveness and expertise. I've never waited more than a couple hours for a response, even if it's to say she'll have to get back to me later. Her expertise is well-rounded and she doesn't just give facts but options. Cathryn is a consummate professional who is not heavy-handed in any way. I've never felt intimidated or patronized in our dealings. I highly recommend her to anyone dealing with HR issues.

Mark
October 24, 2014

Our firm has used Cathryn Dammel for the last 7 years for all our HR issues . She has always been excellent in her abilities to to get on task very quickly. Her advice and counsel are always spot on for every problem we have encountered. If you are looking for a no nonsense and top lawyer for your company who is extremely fair in her billing practices ,I would look no further.

Peter
November 9, 2015

Cathryn was hired from my attorney as he was sure she would help my case. She was amazing and fought hard to make sure justice was served. She would be the first person I called if I had this type of issue again. Thank you for always being honest with me ( sometimes being a great attorney doesn't allow you to tell your client everything they want to hear). You fought hard for me when I had no fight left in me. Thank you again!

Kellie
April 13, 2015

I think the qualities I appreciate most about Cathryn are her responsiveness and expertise. I've never waited more than a couple hours for a response, even if it's to say she'll have to get back to me later. Her expertise is well-rounded and she doesn't just give facts but options. Cathryn is a consummate professional who is not heavy-handed in any way. I've never felt intimidated or patronized in our dealings. I highly recommend her to anyone dealing with HR issues.

Mark
October 24, 2014

Our firm has used Cathryn Dammel for the last 7 years for all our HR issues . She has always been excellent in her abilities to to get on task very quickly. Her advice and counsel are always spot on for every problem we have encountered. If you are looking for a no nonsense and top lawyer for your company who is extremely fair in her billing practices ,I would look no further.

Peter
November 9, 2015

Cathryn was hired from my attorney as he was sure she would help my case. She was amazing and fought hard to make sure justice was served. She would be the first person I called if I had this type of issue again. Thank you for always being honest with me ( sometimes being a great attorney doesn't allow you to tell your client everything they want to hear). You fought hard for me when I had no fight left in me. Thank you again!

Kellie
April 13, 2015

I think the qualities I appreciate most about Cathryn are her responsiveness and expertise. I've never waited more than a couple hours for a response, even if it's to say she'll have to get back to me later. Her expertise is well-rounded and she doesn't just give facts but options. Cathryn is a consummate professional who is not heavy-handed in any way. I've never felt intimidated or patronized in our dealings. I highly recommend her to anyone dealing with HR issues.

Mark
October 24, 2014

Our firm has used Cathryn Dammel for the last 7 years for all our HR issues . She has always been excellent in her abilities to to get on task very quickly. Her advice and counsel are always spot on for every problem we have encountered. If you are looking for a no nonsense and top lawyer for your company who is extremely fair in her billing practices ,I would look no further.

Peter
November 9, 2015

Cathryn was hired from my attorney as he was sure she would help my case. She was amazing and fought hard to make sure justice was served. She would be the first person I called if I had this type of issue again. Thank you for always being honest with me ( sometimes being a great attorney doesn't allow you to tell your client everything they want to hear). You fought hard for me when I had no fight left in me. Thank you again!

Kellie
April 13, 2015

I think the qualities I appreciate most about Cathryn are her responsiveness and expertise. I've never waited more than a couple hours for a response, even if it's to say she'll have to get back to me later. Her expertise is well-rounded and she doesn't just give facts but options. Cathryn is a consummate professional who is not heavy-handed in any way. I've never felt intimidated or patronized in our dealings. I highly recommend her to anyone dealing with HR issues.

Mark
October 24, 2014

Our firm has used Cathryn Dammel for the last 7 years for all our HR issues . She has always been excellent in her abilities to to get on task very quickly. Her advice and counsel are always spot on for every problem we have encountered. If you are looking for a no nonsense and top lawyer for your company who is extremely fair in her billing practices ,I would look no further.

Peter
November 9, 2015

Cathryn was hired from my attorney as he was sure she would help my case. She was amazing and fought hard to make sure justice was served. She would be the first person I called if I had this type of issue again. Thank you for always being honest with me ( sometimes being a great attorney doesn't allow you to tell your client everything they want to hear). You fought hard for me when I had no fight left in me. Thank you again!

Kellie
April 13, 2015

I think the qualities I appreciate most about Cathryn are her responsiveness and expertise. I've never waited more than a couple hours for a response, even if it's to say she'll have to get back to me later. Her expertise is well-rounded and she doesn't just give facts but options. Cathryn is a consummate professional who is not heavy-handed in any way. I've never felt intimidated or patronized in our dealings. I highly recommend her to anyone dealing with HR issues.

Mark
October 24, 2014

Our firm has used Cathryn Dammel for the last 7 years for all our HR issues . She has always been excellent in her abilities to to get on task very quickly. Her advice and counsel are always spot on for every problem we have encountered. If you are looking for a no nonsense and top lawyer for your company who is extremely fair in her billing practices ,I would look no further.

Peter
November 9, 2015

Cathryn was hired from my attorney as he was sure she would help my case. She was amazing and fought hard to make sure justice was served. She would be the first person I called if I had this type of issue again. Thank you for always being honest with me ( sometimes being a great attorney doesn't allow you to tell your client everything they want to hear). You fought hard for me when I had no fight left in me. Thank you again!

Kellie
April 13, 2015

I think the qualities I appreciate most about Cathryn are her responsiveness and expertise. I've never waited more than a couple hours for a response, even if it's to say she'll have to get back to me later. Her expertise is well-rounded and she doesn't just give facts but options. Cathryn is a consummate professional who is not heavy-handed in any way. I've never felt intimidated or patronized in our dealings. I highly recommend her to anyone dealing with HR issues.

Mark
October 24, 2014

Our firm has used Cathryn Dammel for the last 7 years for all our HR issues . She has always been excellent in her abilities to to get on task very quickly. Her advice and counsel are always spot on for every problem we have encountered. If you are looking for a no nonsense and top lawyer for your company who is extremely fair in her billing practices ,I would look no further.

Peter
November 9, 2015

Cathryn was hired from my attorney as he was sure she would help my case. She was amazing and fought hard to make sure justice was served. She would be the first person I called if I had this type of issue again. Thank you for always being honest with me ( sometimes being a great attorney doesn't allow you to tell your client everything they want to hear). You fought hard for me when I had no fight left in me. Thank you again!

Kellie
April 13, 2015

I think the qualities I appreciate most about Cathryn are her responsiveness and expertise. I've never waited more than a couple hours for a response, even if it's to say she'll have to get back to me later. Her expertise is well-rounded and she doesn't just give facts but options. Cathryn is a consummate professional who is not heavy-handed in any way. I've never felt intimidated or patronized in our dealings. I highly recommend her to anyone dealing with HR issues.

Mark
October 24, 2014

Our firm has used Cathryn Dammel for the last 7 years for all our HR issues . She has always been excellent in her abilities to to get on task very quickly. Her advice and counsel are always spot on for every problem we have encountered. If you are looking for a no nonsense and top lawyer for your company who is extremely fair in her billing practices ,I would look no further.

Peter
November 9, 2015

Cathryn was hired from my attorney as he was sure she would help my case. She was amazing and fought hard to make sure justice was served. She would be the first person I called if I had this type of issue again. Thank you for always being honest with me ( sometimes being a great attorney doesn't allow you to tell your client everything they want to hear). You fought hard for me when I had no fight left in me. Thank you again!

Kellie
April 13, 2015

I think the qualities I appreciate most about Cathryn are her responsiveness and expertise. I've never waited more than a couple hours for a response, even if it's to say she'll have to get back to me later. Her expertise is well-rounded and she doesn't just give facts but options. Cathryn is a consummate professional who is not heavy-handed in any way. I've never felt intimidated or patronized in our dealings. I highly recommend her to anyone dealing with HR issues.

Mark
October 24, 2014

Our firm has used Cathryn Dammel for the last 7 years for all our HR issues . She has always been excellent in her abilities to to get on task very quickly. Her advice and counsel are always spot on for every problem we have encountered. If you are looking for a no nonsense and top lawyer for your company who is extremely fair in her billing practices ,I would look no further.

Peter
November 9, 2015

Cathryn was hired from my attorney as he was sure she would help my case. She was amazing and fought hard to make sure justice was served. She would be the first person I called if I had this type of issue again. Thank you for always being honest with me ( sometimes being a great attorney doesn't allow you to tell your client everything they want to hear). You fought hard for me when I had no fight left in me. Thank you again!

Kellie
April 13, 2015

I think the qualities I appreciate most about Cathryn are her responsiveness and expertise. I've never waited more than a couple hours for a response, even if it's to say she'll have to get back to me later. Her expertise is well-rounded and she doesn't just give facts but options. Cathryn is a consummate professional who is not heavy-handed in any way. I've never felt intimidated or patronized in our dealings. I highly recommend her to anyone dealing with HR issues.

Mark
October 24, 2014

Our firm has used Cathryn Dammel for the last 7 years for all our HR issues . She has always been excellent in her abilities to to get on task very quickly. Her advice and counsel are always spot on for every problem we have encountered. If you are looking for a no nonsense and top lawyer for your company who is extremely fair in her billing practices ,I would look no further.

Peter
November 9, 2015

Cathryn was hired from my attorney as he was sure she would help my case. She was amazing and fought hard to make sure justice was served. She would be the first person I called if I had this type of issue again. Thank you for always being honest with me ( sometimes being a great attorney doesn't allow you to tell your client everything they want to hear). You fought hard for me when I had no fight left in me. Thank you again!

Kellie
April 13, 2015

I think the qualities I appreciate most about Cathryn are her responsiveness and expertise. I've never waited more than a couple hours for a response, even if it's to say she'll have to get back to me later. Her expertise is well-rounded and she doesn't just give facts but options. Cathryn is a consummate professional who is not heavy-handed in any way. I've never felt intimidated or patronized in our dealings. I highly recommend her to anyone dealing with HR issues.

Mark
October 24, 2014

Our firm has used Cathryn Dammel for the last 7 years for all our HR issues . She has always been excellent in her abilities to to get on task very quickly. Her advice and counsel are always spot on for every problem we have encountered. If you are looking for a no nonsense and top lawyer for your company who is extremely fair in her billing practices ,I would look no further.

Peter
November 9, 2015

Cathryn was hired from my attorney as he was sure she would help my case. She was amazing and fought hard to make sure justice was served. She would be the first person I called if I had this type of issue again. Thank you for always being honest with me ( sometimes being a great attorney doesn't allow you to tell your client everything they want to hear). You fought hard for me when I had no fight left in me. Thank you again!

Kellie
April 13, 2015

I think the qualities I appreciate most about Cathryn are her responsiveness and expertise. I've never waited more than a couple hours for a response, even if it's to say she'll have to get back to me later. Her expertise is well-rounded and she doesn't just give facts but options. Cathryn is a consummate professional who is not heavy-handed in any way. I've never felt intimidated or patronized in our dealings. I highly recommend her to anyone dealing with HR issues.

Mark
October 24, 2014

Our firm has used Cathryn Dammel for the last 7 years for all our HR issues . She has always been excellent in her abilities to to get on task very quickly. Her advice and counsel are always spot on for every problem we have encountered. If you are looking for a no nonsense and top lawyer for your company who is extremely fair in her billing practices ,I would look no further.

Peter
November 9, 2015

Cathryn was hired from my attorney as he was sure she would help my case. She was amazing and fought hard to make sure justice was served. She would be the first person I called if I had this type of issue again. Thank you for always being honest with me ( sometimes being a great attorney doesn't allow you to tell your client everything they want to hear). You fought hard for me when I had no fight left in me. Thank you again!

Kellie
April 13, 2015

I think the qualities I appreciate most about Cathryn are her responsiveness and expertise. I've never waited more than a couple hours for a response, even if it's to say she'll have to get back to me later. Her expertise is well-rounded and she doesn't just give facts but options. Cathryn is a consummate professional who is not heavy-handed in any way. I've never felt intimidated or patronized in our dealings. I highly recommend her to anyone dealing with HR issues.

Mark
October 24, 2014

Our firm has used Cathryn Dammel for the last 7 years for all our HR issues . She has always been excellent in her abilities to to get on task very quickly. Her advice and counsel are always spot on for every problem we have encountered. If you are looking for a no nonsense and top lawyer for your company who is extremely fair in her billing practices ,I would look no further.

Peter
November 9, 2015

Cathryn was hired from my attorney as he was sure she would help my case. She was amazing and fought hard to make sure justice was served. She would be the first person I called if I had this type of issue again. Thank you for always being honest with me ( sometimes being a great attorney doesn't allow you to tell your client everything they want to hear). You fought hard for me when I had no fight left in me. Thank you again!

Kellie
April 13, 2015

I think the qualities I appreciate most about Cathryn are her responsiveness and expertise. I've never waited more than a couple hours for a response, even if it's to say she'll have to get back to me later. Her expertise is well-rounded and she doesn't just give facts but options. Cathryn is a consummate professional who is not heavy-handed in any way. I've never felt intimidated or patronized in our dealings. I highly recommend her to anyone dealing with HR issues.

Mark
October 24, 2014

Our firm has used Cathryn Dammel for the last 7 years for all our HR issues . She has always been excellent in her abilities to to get on task very quickly. Her advice and counsel are always spot on for every problem we have encountered. If you are looking for a no nonsense and top lawyer for your company who is extremely fair in her billing practices ,I would look no further.

Peter
November 9, 2015

Cathryn was hired from my attorney as he was sure she would help my case. She was amazing and fought hard to make sure justice was served. She would be the first person I called if I had this type of issue again. Thank you for always being honest with me ( sometimes being a great attorney doesn't allow you to tell your client everything they want to hear). You fought hard for me when I had no fight left in me. Thank you again!

Kellie
April 13, 2015

I think the qualities I appreciate most about Cathryn are her responsiveness and expertise. I've never waited more than a couple hours for a response, even if it's to say she'll have to get back to me later. Her expertise is well-rounded and she doesn't just give facts but options. Cathryn is a consummate professional who is not heavy-handed in any way. I've never felt intimidated or patronized in our dealings. I highly recommend her to anyone dealing with HR issues.

Mark
October 24, 2014

Our firm has used Cathryn Dammel for the last 7 years for all our HR issues . She has always been excellent in her abilities to to get on task very quickly. Her advice and counsel are always spot on for every problem we have encountered. If you are looking for a no nonsense and top lawyer for your company who is extremely fair in her billing practices ,I would look no further.

Peter
November 9, 2015

Cathryn was hired from my attorney as he was sure she would help my case. She was amazing and fought hard to make sure justice was served. She would be the first person I called if I had this type of issue again. Thank you for always being honest with me ( sometimes being a great attorney doesn't allow you to tell your client everything they want to hear). You fought hard for me when I had no fight left in me. Thank you again!

Kellie
April 13, 2015

I think the qualities I appreciate most about Cathryn are her responsiveness and expertise. I've never waited more than a couple hours for a response, even if it's to say she'll have to get back to me later. Her expertise is well-rounded and she doesn't just give facts but options. Cathryn is a consummate professional who is not heavy-handed in any way. I've never felt intimidated or patronized in our dealings. I highly recommend her to anyone dealing with HR issues.

Mark
October 24, 2014

Our firm has used Cathryn Dammel for the last 7 years for all our HR issues . She has always been excellent in her abilities to to get on task very quickly. Her advice and counsel are always spot on for every problem we have encountered. If you are looking for a no nonsense and top lawyer for your company who is extremely fair in her billing practices ,I would look no further.

Peter
November 9, 2015

Cathryn was hired from my attorney as he was sure she would help my case. She was amazing and fought hard to make sure justice was served. She would be the first person I called if I had this type of issue again. Thank you for always being honest with me ( sometimes being a great attorney doesn't allow you to tell your client everything they want to hear). You fought hard for me when I had no fight left in me. Thank you again!

Kellie
April 13, 2015

I think the qualities I appreciate most about Cathryn are her responsiveness and expertise. I've never waited more than a couple hours for a response, even if it's to say she'll have to get back to me later. Her expertise is well-rounded and she doesn't just give facts but options. Cathryn is a consummate professional who is not heavy-handed in any way. I've never felt intimidated or patronized in our dealings. I highly recommend her to anyone dealing with HR issues.

Mark
October 24, 2014

Our firm has used Cathryn Dammel for the last 7 years for all our HR issues . She has always been excellent in her abilities to to get on task very quickly. Her advice and counsel are always spot on for every problem we have encountered. If you are looking for a no nonsense and top lawyer for your company who is extremely fair in her billing practices ,I would look no further.

Peter
November 9, 2015

Cathryn was hired from my attorney as he was sure she would help my case. She was amazing and fought hard to make sure justice was served. She would be the first person I called if I had this type of issue again. Thank you for always being honest with me ( sometimes being a great attorney doesn't allow you to tell your client everything they want to hear). You fought hard for me when I had no fight left in me. Thank you again!

Kellie
April 13, 2015

I think the qualities I appreciate most about Cathryn are her responsiveness and expertise. I've never waited more than a couple hours for a response, even if it's to say she'll have to get back to me later. Her expertise is well-rounded and she doesn't just give facts but options. Cathryn is a consummate professional who is not heavy-handed in any way. I've never felt intimidated or patronized in our dealings. I highly recommend her to anyone dealing with HR issues.

Mark
October 24, 2014

Our firm has used Cathryn Dammel for the last 7 years for all our HR issues . She has always been excellent in her abilities to to get on task very quickly. Her advice and counsel are always spot on for every problem we have encountered. If you are looking for a no nonsense and top lawyer for your company who is extremely fair in her billing practices ,I would look no further.