Patrick A. Palace

Patrick A. Palace is the founder of Palace Law and Palace Personal Injury Law Group, leading firms dedicated to workers’ compensation and personal injury law. With over 30 years as a trial attorney, Palace is known for his leadership, innovation, and tireless advocacy for injured individuals across Washington and beyond.

A graduate of the University of Washington and Loyola University Chicago School of Law, Patrick has shaped his career around improving legal systems and access to justice. He is licensed to practice before the U.S. Supreme Court, Washington State Bar, and U.S. District Courts for both Eastern and Western Washington.

Patrick has held numerous leadership roles, including President of the Washington State Bar Association (2013–2014) and current President of the National Conference of Bar Presidents. He is also a longtime leader with the ABA Center for Innovation and a frequent speaker on legal reform, regulation, and the future of law.

Widely recognized for his contributions, Patrick has been honored as a Super Lawyer since 2001 and was named a 2023 ABA “Legal Rebel.” His law firm has received national accolades for innovation, growth, and service, including recognition from Law Firm 500 and National Trial Lawyers Top 100.

Palace is also co-founder of the American Legal Technology Awards and has produced public education TV programs like “The People’s Law School.” A frequent legal podcast guest and host, he’s contributed to over 60 podcasts and authored numerous articles for ABA GPSolo Magazine and NW Lawyer.

Combining professional excellence with personal balance, Patrick A. Palace continues to advocate for innovation, mindfulness, and community service. His entrepreneurial spirit extends beyond law to ventures like Sunken Cellars Winery, where his creativity thrives alongside his passion for the legal profession.

Law Office Affiliations

• Founder, Palace Law
• Member, Washington State Bar Association
• Member, American Bar Association
• Member, Washington State Association for Justice
• Fellows, American Bar Foundation

Licensed State

• Washington

Education

• Loyola University of Chicago School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Washington
  Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)

Awards & Badges