Matt J. O’Laughlin

Matt J. O’Laughlin is a leading civil rights and employment attorney at Maloney O’Laughlin PLLC in Seattle, Washington. For over two decades, he has fought for individuals facing discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and workplace injustices across the state. His practice is built on the belief that every client deserves to be treated with dignity—and that holding powerful institutions accountable is essential to justice.

Matt earned his J.D. from the University of Missouri–Kansas City School of Law in 2002, where he served as Articles Editor for the UMKC Law Review. He received his B.A. in Political Science, with honors, from the University of Missouri-Kansas City in 1997.

Throughout his career, Matt has built a reputation for fearless advocacy and compassionate client service. He has tried cases in state and federal courts across the country and has secured both large verdicts and favorable settlements. He takes the time to guide clients through the legal process with clarity and care, empowering them to pursue justice confidently.

Recognized by his peers and clients alike, Matt has been honored as a Super Lawyer for over five years and holds a perfect 10/10 “Superb” rating from AVVO. He has been named to the National Trial Lawyers Top 100 and the National Advocates Top 100 Lawyers, and is a member of the Nation’s Top 1% by the National Association of Distinguished Counsel.

In addition to his courtroom achievements, Matt is a contributing editor for the American Bar Association’s Wage and Hour Laws: A State-by-State Survey and has lectured on constitutional and First Amendment law.

Licensed in Washington, Matt J. O’Laughlin is active in legal associations including the Washington Employment Lawyers Association and the Washington State Association for Justice. He continues to fight for employee rights across Washington with professionalism, precision, and passion.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Maloney O’Laughlin PLLC
• Member, Washington State Bar Association
• Member, Washington State Association for Justice
• Member, Washington Employment Lawyers Association
• Member, National Association of Employment Attorneys
• Member, King County Bar Association

Licensed State

• Washington

Education

• University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Missouri-Kansas City
  Bachelor of Science (BS)

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