Courtney Toomath-West

Courtney Toomath-West is an employment lawyer who brings more than a decade of litigation experience to her practice. She also handles civil litigation matters and advises clients in disputes that require strong advocacy and careful legal analysis. Her experience includes representation before trial and appellate courts in both the United States and Canada. She helps clients address complex legal issues with practical guidance, strategic thinking, and a disciplined approach to dispute resolution.

Courtney studied at Michigan State University College of Law. Her legal education helped build a strong foundation in research, writing, advocacy, and case strategy. That training supports her work in employment law and civil litigation, where careful preparation and clear legal arguments are essential. Her academic background, combined with years of litigation experience, helps her guide clients through challenging disputes with focus, clarity, and an understanding of both legal and practical concerns.

Throughout her career, Courtney has represented clients before trial and appellate courts as well as before tax tribunals and regulatory boards. This broad advocacy experience reflects her ability to work across different legal forums and manage matters involving detailed records and complex issues. Her background in both the United States and Canada gives her a wide perspective on litigation. Clients benefit from her strong preparation, persuasive advocacy, and steady handling of difficult disputes.

Courtney Toomath-West also brings valuable experience from serving as Senior Director and in-house legal counsel. That background strengthens her understanding of how legal issues affect organizations, decision-making, and risk management. Clients benefit from counsel that is informed by both litigation and internal business experience. Her practice is centered on helping clients navigate disputes efficiently, protect their interests, and pursue sound outcomes through thoughtful legal strategy and responsive representation.

Law Office Affiliations

• Counsel, Vasseghi Law Group
• Officer & Co-Chair, The Amicus Committee, Board of Women Lawyers on Guard, Inc
• Officer & Co-Chair, The Amicus Committee for Women Lawyers on Guard, Inc
• Member, DC Bar Innovations in Legal Practice Committee
• Member, The Women’s Bar Association of the District of Columbia

Licensed State

• Virginia
• District of Columbia
• Maryland
• New York

Education

• The University of Ottawa
  Master of Laws (LLM)
• Michigan State University College of Law
  Bachelor of Laws (LLB)
• Michigan State University College of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• McGill University
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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