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Dean Brett

Bellingham, WA

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Law Degree

Awards

Primary Practice Area

Car Accident

Language

English

About

I grew up on Badger Mountain, in Eastern Washington, on a dry land dirt farm in an area the locals refer to as “Poverty Point.” No TV. No electricity. No inside plumbing. But we did have books -- lots of books. I talked before I could walk, and carried a book everywhere, so my dad used to pat me on the head and say “This one’s going to be a lawyer.”  He knew what kind of a lawyer I would be: a lawyer for real people, not a lawyer for big corporations -- a lawyer for the little guy with a big case. The administrators at Whitman College couldn’t understand how a kid from Poverty Point could score so well on the college entrance exams, so they offered me a scholarship.  Moving to Whitman in Walla Walla was a move to a bigger town for me, and like many kids my age, I wanted to move to an even bigger city.  That took me to Stanford Law School near San Francisco, where most of my graduating class went on to large firms in New York, L.A., Seattle, or D.C. But by then I had realized I wanted to move back to the Pacific Northwest.As an injury lawyer I started out in 1972 doing whatever came in the door, mostly trial work, and soon found that helping people who had been injured through no fault of their own and who were stuck dealing with a heartless insurance company was the perfect place to accomplish my three goals in life: to do good, to do well, and to have fun doing it. My family has a long history in horse racing --  my Uncle Lloyd raced as a jockey for 25 years.  You build a law practice just like you build a career as a jockey.  At first you get only horses no one else wants to ride.  If you can get a few of those horses to  finish better than next to last, you get a mount that has a chance to finish in the money. And if you can ride a few of those horses into Win, Place or Show, eventually stables with fast horses looking for successful jockeys find you.   So it has been  with my personal injury law practice:  good results in small personal injury cases brought larger claims, and eventually, after winning a few million dollar settlements and verdicts, I got the opportunity to choose exactly who I wanted to represent.Ironically, it turned out to be the same people my dad thought I should fight for:  the little guy with the big case.  Real people who are in the wrong place at the wrong time and get injured because someone isn’t being careful -- and who are stuck dealing with an insurance company that refuses to honor their injury claim.If you’d like to talk to me about your personal injury claim, give me a call – (800) 925-1875.

Practices Areas

Car Accident

Personal Injury

Language

English

Contact

Brett McCandlis Brown & Conner PLLC1310 10th St#104Bellingham, WA, 982251310 10th St#104#104Bellingham, WA, 98225

Office: N/A

Website: N/A

Reviews

Olivia
July 26, 2012

This was my first experience in a personal injury lawsuit and I felt very helpless in my automobile accident until Dean Brett took on my case. Dean took the time to explain my case and my options, connect me to healthcare and keep me well informed and empowered to handle my injury and the lawsuit against the insurance company. It was very impressive to witness Dean's intelligence, communication and innate skill in leading the conversation during my depositions and arbitration. It is incredibly comforting to have complete confidence in your lawyer when pressing a case against a large insurance company. Furthermore, Kristeen McMoran, Dean's paralegal, streamlined the communication and was a pleasure to work with. I am very thankful to them! Bottom-line: Dean is compassionate, trustworthy and masterful. I recommend him completely.

Hailey
May 12, 2010

I have knownDean Brett for a little over 3 years. I was involved in a major automobile accident involving multiple parties. Dean and his staff were unbelievable to work with. Without their expertise in personal injury law I don't know where I would be today. I spent over a month at Harborview Medical Center and then another 3+ months at a nursing home. Mr. Brett and his staff helped to get all my medical bills paid as well as the best treatment possible for all of my extensive injuries. The lawsuit was tied up for well over 2 years, but in the end I was compensated for my loss. I would like to think nothing like this will ever happen again but if it does I know Dean Brett is who I will choose the represent me.

Carr Lanham
April 11, 2010

In 2002 I was in an auto accident and suffered an injury to my lower back. This injury put my 20-year law enforcement career in jeopardy. When I started looking for a personal injury attorney I wanted somebody I could trust, had a high level of integrity and was the best at what they do. My search ended with Dean Brett and he lived up to his reputation. My case ended up lasting 6 years. Throughout the ordeal, Dean and his staff were focused on my situation, kept me informed and clearly explained my options. Dean is professional, trustworthy and extremely knowledgeable with the process. When my final settlement was reached I also found Dean to be very caring and compassionate. I would highly recommend Dean Brett for any personal injury situations.

Virginia
February 23, 2010

Dean is that rare attorney with exceptional intelligence, people skills, and a down-to-earth approach to problem solving. I recommend him enthusiastically and without reservation. His handling of my accident case made it possible for me to move forward with replacing my car and with treatment for injuries while he focused on the legal work and dealing with the insurance companies. His paralegal was key to making everything work. She is an unbelievably gifted, super-smart professional who made communications go so smoothly that I never worried about the progress of the case. This review is nothing less than a rave--which is completely deserved. I surely hope I am never again crunched between a truck and another car but if I am ever again involved in an accident I will contact Dean Brett for legal help.

Brian.
February 14, 2010

I was working as a fire fighter paramedic, and was injured off the job in an auto accident. I was pensioned off the fire department, due to the injury, about two years after the accident. This was five years prior to my retirement. The dollar loss in wages and retirement was substantial. Dean and his staff were very professional, caring and successful in recovering the majority of my monitary losses. Dean is a very good communicator. He offers clear advice and reasonable discussions about what approach will work the best in your case.

Terry
February 10, 2010

I found Mr. Dean Brett to be well informed and an excellent communicator. He always took the time to answer all of my questions, as well as explaining in detail, what to expect as we moved toward a settlement with my insurance company. I always felt comfortable with his guidance and I trusted him completely. I found Mr. Brett to be easy to talk to and I enjoyed his sense of humor. Watching him at work in my mediation, was a work of art. Before calling Mr. Brett about my auto accident, I asked three local attorneys; what attorney would they use if they were in my situation? All three recommended Mr.Dean Brett. They were absolutely correct!

Olivia
July 26, 2012

This was my first experience in a personal injury lawsuit and I felt very helpless in my automobile accident until Dean Brett took on my case. Dean took the time to explain my case and my options, connect me to healthcare and keep me well informed and empowered to handle my injury and the lawsuit against the insurance company. It was very impressive to witness Dean's intelligence, communication and innate skill in leading the conversation during my depositions and arbitration. It is incredibly comforting to have complete confidence in your lawyer when pressing a case against a large insurance company. Furthermore, Kristeen McMoran, Dean's paralegal, streamlined the communication and was a pleasure to work with. I am very thankful to them! Bottom-line: Dean is compassionate, trustworthy and masterful. I recommend him completely.

Hailey
May 12, 2010

I have knownDean Brett for a little over 3 years. I was involved in a major automobile accident involving multiple parties. Dean and his staff were unbelievable to work with. Without their expertise in personal injury law I don't know where I would be today. I spent over a month at Harborview Medical Center and then another 3+ months at a nursing home. Mr. Brett and his staff helped to get all my medical bills paid as well as the best treatment possible for all of my extensive injuries. The lawsuit was tied up for well over 2 years, but in the end I was compensated for my loss. I would like to think nothing like this will ever happen again but if it does I know Dean Brett is who I will choose the represent me.

Carr Lanham
April 11, 2010

In 2002 I was in an auto accident and suffered an injury to my lower back. This injury put my 20-year law enforcement career in jeopardy. When I started looking for a personal injury attorney I wanted somebody I could trust, had a high level of integrity and was the best at what they do. My search ended with Dean Brett and he lived up to his reputation. My case ended up lasting 6 years. Throughout the ordeal, Dean and his staff were focused on my situation, kept me informed and clearly explained my options. Dean is professional, trustworthy and extremely knowledgeable with the process. When my final settlement was reached I also found Dean to be very caring and compassionate. I would highly recommend Dean Brett for any personal injury situations.

Virginia
February 23, 2010

Dean is that rare attorney with exceptional intelligence, people skills, and a down-to-earth approach to problem solving. I recommend him enthusiastically and without reservation. His handling of my accident case made it possible for me to move forward with replacing my car and with treatment for injuries while he focused on the legal work and dealing with the insurance companies. His paralegal was key to making everything work. She is an unbelievably gifted, super-smart professional who made communications go so smoothly that I never worried about the progress of the case. This review is nothing less than a rave--which is completely deserved. I surely hope I am never again crunched between a truck and another car but if I am ever again involved in an accident I will contact Dean Brett for legal help.

Brian.
February 14, 2010

I was working as a fire fighter paramedic, and was injured off the job in an auto accident. I was pensioned off the fire department, due to the injury, about two years after the accident. This was five years prior to my retirement. The dollar loss in wages and retirement was substantial. Dean and his staff were very professional, caring and successful in recovering the majority of my monitary losses. Dean is a very good communicator. He offers clear advice and reasonable discussions about what approach will work the best in your case.

Terry
February 10, 2010

I found Mr. Dean Brett to be well informed and an excellent communicator. He always took the time to answer all of my questions, as well as explaining in detail, what to expect as we moved toward a settlement with my insurance company. I always felt comfortable with his guidance and I trusted him completely. I found Mr. Brett to be easy to talk to and I enjoyed his sense of humor. Watching him at work in my mediation, was a work of art. Before calling Mr. Brett about my auto accident, I asked three local attorneys; what attorney would they use if they were in my situation? All three recommended Mr.Dean Brett. They were absolutely correct!

Olivia
July 26, 2012

This was my first experience in a personal injury lawsuit and I felt very helpless in my automobile accident until Dean Brett took on my case. Dean took the time to explain my case and my options, connect me to healthcare and keep me well informed and empowered to handle my injury and the lawsuit against the insurance company. It was very impressive to witness Dean's intelligence, communication and innate skill in leading the conversation during my depositions and arbitration. It is incredibly comforting to have complete confidence in your lawyer when pressing a case against a large insurance company. Furthermore, Kristeen McMoran, Dean's paralegal, streamlined the communication and was a pleasure to work with. I am very thankful to them! Bottom-line: Dean is compassionate, trustworthy and masterful. I recommend him completely.

Hailey
May 12, 2010

I have knownDean Brett for a little over 3 years. I was involved in a major automobile accident involving multiple parties. Dean and his staff were unbelievable to work with. Without their expertise in personal injury law I don't know where I would be today. I spent over a month at Harborview Medical Center and then another 3+ months at a nursing home. Mr. Brett and his staff helped to get all my medical bills paid as well as the best treatment possible for all of my extensive injuries. The lawsuit was tied up for well over 2 years, but in the end I was compensated for my loss. I would like to think nothing like this will ever happen again but if it does I know Dean Brett is who I will choose the represent me.

Carr Lanham
April 11, 2010

In 2002 I was in an auto accident and suffered an injury to my lower back. This injury put my 20-year law enforcement career in jeopardy. When I started looking for a personal injury attorney I wanted somebody I could trust, had a high level of integrity and was the best at what they do. My search ended with Dean Brett and he lived up to his reputation. My case ended up lasting 6 years. Throughout the ordeal, Dean and his staff were focused on my situation, kept me informed and clearly explained my options. Dean is professional, trustworthy and extremely knowledgeable with the process. When my final settlement was reached I also found Dean to be very caring and compassionate. I would highly recommend Dean Brett for any personal injury situations.

Virginia
February 23, 2010

Dean is that rare attorney with exceptional intelligence, people skills, and a down-to-earth approach to problem solving. I recommend him enthusiastically and without reservation. His handling of my accident case made it possible for me to move forward with replacing my car and with treatment for injuries while he focused on the legal work and dealing with the insurance companies. His paralegal was key to making everything work. She is an unbelievably gifted, super-smart professional who made communications go so smoothly that I never worried about the progress of the case. This review is nothing less than a rave--which is completely deserved. I surely hope I am never again crunched between a truck and another car but if I am ever again involved in an accident I will contact Dean Brett for legal help.

Brian.
February 14, 2010

I was working as a fire fighter paramedic, and was injured off the job in an auto accident. I was pensioned off the fire department, due to the injury, about two years after the accident. This was five years prior to my retirement. The dollar loss in wages and retirement was substantial. Dean and his staff were very professional, caring and successful in recovering the majority of my monitary losses. Dean is a very good communicator. He offers clear advice and reasonable discussions about what approach will work the best in your case.

Terry
February 10, 2010

I found Mr. Dean Brett to be well informed and an excellent communicator. He always took the time to answer all of my questions, as well as explaining in detail, what to expect as we moved toward a settlement with my insurance company. I always felt comfortable with his guidance and I trusted him completely. I found Mr. Brett to be easy to talk to and I enjoyed his sense of humor. Watching him at work in my mediation, was a work of art. Before calling Mr. Brett about my auto accident, I asked three local attorneys; what attorney would they use if they were in my situation? All three recommended Mr.Dean Brett. They were absolutely correct!