Kristen Barnhart

Kristen Barnhart focuses her practice on high-value civil litigation in Washington state and federal courts. She represents clients in business litigation, construction defect claims, premises liability, products liability, tort matters, environmental litigation, and insurance disputes. Her work centers on resolving complex, multi-party cases through careful strategy and clear analysis. Clients value her attentiveness, strong risk assessment, and ability to explain complicated legal issues in a practical, understandable manner for businesses.

Kristen earned her J.D. from the University of Idaho College of Law and her B.A. from the University of Washington. Her education provided a strong foundation in legal writing, analysis, and advocacy. She further developed those skills through an externship with the Honorable N. Randy Smith at the United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit.

In her legal career, Kristen has obtained defense verdicts, secured summary judgment victories, apportioned liability to third parties, and negotiated early resolutions through mediation and settlement. She is particularly experienced in matters involving contract law, negligence, and Independent Duty Doctrine claims. Her ability to combine litigation strategy with alternative dispute resolution helps clients address complex disputes efficiently while staying focused on exposure, liability, and the practical goals of each case.

Kristen Barnhart is admitted to practice in Washington and is active in several professional organizations, including the Washington State Bar Association, King County Bar Association, Claims and Litigation Management Alliance, and Washington Women Lawyers. She has also been recognized as a Rising Star by Super Lawyers. Her career reflects disciplined advocacy, strong legal writing, and steady representation for clients facing significant civil disputes in both state and federal courts across Washington.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Corr Cronin LLP
• Member, Washington State Bar Association
• Member, Claims and Litigation Management Alliance
• Member, Washington Women Lawyers

Licensed State

• Washington

Education

• University of Idaho College of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Washington
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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