Mallory C. Allen

Mallory C. Allen is a partner at Pfau Cochran Vertetis Amala (PCVA) and a highly respected attorney practicing in Washington and New York. Her legal focus includes medical malpractice, dental malpractice, personal injury, and sex abuse cases. Known for her sharp litigation skills and client-centered approach, Ms. Allen has recovered numerous seven- and eight-figure verdicts and settlements for injured clients.

Ms. Allen earned her B.A. magna cum laude from the University of Washington in 2009, where she was inducted into Phi Beta Kappa. She received her J.D. from the University of Washington School of Law in 2012. While in law school, she was a member of the Moot Court Honor Board and was recognized by the Order of the Barristers for excellence in courtroom advocacy.

Ms. Allen is admitted to practice in Washington and New York, as well as several federal courts, including the U.S. District Courts for the Western District of Washington, Southern, Eastern, and Northern Districts of New York, and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit.

Known for her clear communication, compassionate approach, and strong courtroom advocacy, Ms. Allen guides clients through every step of the legal process so they can stay focused on their recovery. She breaks down complex legal issues into plain language, empowering clients to understand their options and make confident, informed decisions about their case.

Ms. Allen is known for her trial-readiness and strategic preparation, which consistently gives her clients an edge—even in cases that settle before court. Her opponents know she is prepared to take a case to trial when needed, and that determination strengthens her negotiations and advocacy.

Mallory C. Allen has earned multiple professional honors, including Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® for 2024–2025 in Medical Malpractice and Personal Injury Law. She has also been selected as a Rising Star by Super Lawyers in Washington from 2018–2024 and in New York in 2024.

Ms. Allen is a trusted advocate with a proven track record who is committed to achieving justice for those harmed by negligence and abuse.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Pfau Cochran Vertetis Amala PLLC
• Member, American Board of Trial Advocates
• Awards Committee Chair, Washington State Association for Justice
• Co-Chair, American Association for Justice
• Member, Washington Women Lawyers
• Member, National Crime Victim Bar Association
• Member, King County Bar Association
• Member, Federal Bar Association, Western District of Washington
• Member, New York State Bar Association

Licensed State

• Washington
• New York

Education

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

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