Kim R. Putnam
President and Senior Partner / Founder
Kim graduated as an infantry officer from the United States Military Academy in 1972. He thereafter served with Infantry, Ranger and Special Forces units. He graduated from law school and became a member of the Washington State Bar in 1980. He opened his law practice that year limiting his practice to injury victims and those injured on the job. In addition to his law practice, Kim worked as a legislative advocate for what is now the Washington State Association for Justice. He felt it was important to advocate, not only in the courts on behalf of his clients, but in the legislative arena also.
He has spent the last several decades helping those who have been injured through no fault of their own achieve justice and help them get back their lives. The firm was based on the view that those in need should be provided the best and most aggressive representation so that justice can prevail. The firm is as committed to that view now as it was 38 years ago.
In addition to practicing law, Kim has been part of a civilian advisory team and has worked in Panama during Operation Just Cause, in Saudi Arabia, Iraq, and Haiti.
Practice Areas
Personal injury
Auto accidents
Workers' compensation
Wrongful death
Bar Admissions
Washington, 1980
U.S. Federal Courts
Education
University of Puget Sound School Law, Tacoma, Washington
United States Military Academy, West Point.
Honor and Awards
Martindale-Hubbell, AV-Rated Attorney
U.S. News Best Lawyer
Million Dollar Advocate
Thomson Reuters Super Lawyer
Professional Associations and Memberships
Washington State Association for Justice, Member, 1980 – Present
American Association for Justice, 1981 – Present
Past Employment Positions
Ranger and Special Forces units, Infantry Officer
Pro Bono Activities
South Sound YMCA Board of Trustees, Past Chair
Strong Kids Campaign, Past Chair
Attorney for Purple Heart Rescue, a dog rescue organization
Admission Field Force USMA
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