Simeon J. Osborn

Simeon J. Osborn is a highly respected trial attorney with decades of litigation experience, notably in complex personal injury, wrongful death, and civil rights cases. He has successfully tried over 50 jury trials and reached numerous multimillion-dollar settlements, including an $11 million resolution against the King County Sheriff’s Office in an excessive force case.

Simeon earned his B.A. from Whitman College in 1980, later receiving his J.D. from Seattle University School of Law in 1984. He is admitted to practice in Washington State and several federal jurisdictions, including the U.S. Supreme Court and U.S. Court of Military Appeals.

Simeon has championed justice for children and families across 16 states harmed by defective toys and unsafe recreational environments, such as trampoline parks. His advocacy changed school safety protocols after tragic drowning incidents and helped secure a $1.4 million verdict in a student stabbing case against a school district.

Simeon’s distinguished career includes challenging wrongful death statutes before the Washington Supreme Court, advancing protections for grieving families. He has served as President of the Washington Chapter of the American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA), where he received the Trial Lawyer of the Year award and the Presidents Award for preserving jury trial rights.

Simeon is recognized as a top legal professional by multiple organizations, including America’s Top 100 High Stakes Litigators, The National Trial Lawyers, Top American Lawyers, and Top 100 Attorneys in Washington. Additional honors include Legal Elite Corp America, Seattle Met, and the American Association for Justice.

Simeon J. Osborn continues to leave a lasting impact through his litigation achievements and dedication to justice. His work has reshaped safety practices, protected civil rights, and earned widespread recognition from the legal community nationwide.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Osborn Machler & Neff, PLLC
• Member, American Board of Trial Advocates
• Member, Washington Association for Justice
• Member, Western Trial Lawyers Association
• Member, The National Trial Lawyers
• Member, American Association for Justice

Licensed State

• Washington

Education

• Seattle University School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Whitman College
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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