Stephen M. Lamberson

Stephen M. Lamberson is a senior member of Etter, McMahon, Lamberson, Van Wert & Oreskovich, P.C. with a long record of representing individuals, businesses, insurers, and public entities in complex civil litigation. He focuses on high-stakes lawsuits and disputes that require careful analysis, strong advocacy, and sound judgment. His work includes medical malpractice defense, professional disciplinary matters, insurance disputes, municipal defense, construction defect litigation, and other complex cases. Through decades of practice, he has helped clients manage risk, resolve disputes, and protect their professional and financial interests.

Stephen earned his J.D. cum laude from Gonzaga University School of Law in 1982, where he served as Associate Editor of the Gonzaga Law Review. He also holds a B.A. from the University of Washington, completed in 1978. Early in his career, he further developed his skills while clerking for the Chief Justice of the Montana Supreme Court.

Stephen has built a respected trial practice focused on defending health care providers, professionals, and organizations facing complex legal challenges. He is widely recognized for his work in medical malpractice defense and health care disciplinary proceedings, where he helps clients navigate regulatory investigations and litigation. His experience also includes municipal defense matters, assisting public entities with claims involving policy, infrastructure, and public safety.

Stephen works closely with clients to evaluate technical evidence, manage expert testimony, and pursue efficient resolutions in construction defect and insurance litigation. He is known for helping clients reduce exposure, control costs, and reach practical outcomes through negotiation, motion practice, or trial. His peer recognition, including membership in national trial organizations and repeated Super Lawyers honors, reflects his commitment to high professional standards.

Stephen M. Lamberson continues to serve clients with clear communication, disciplined strategy, and steady courtroom leadership. Through his work, he helps people and organizations resolve disputes, protect reputations, and move forward with confidence in challenging legal situations across Washington and Idaho courts and agencies.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Etter, McMahon, Lamberson, Van Wert & Oreskovich, P.C.
• Member, Washington State Bar Association
• Member, Idaho State Bar
• Fellow, Litigation Counsel of America
• Member, American Board of Trial Advocates
• Member, Federation of Defense and Corporate Counsel
• Fellow, American College of Trial Lawyer

Licensed State

• Washington
• Idaho

Education

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

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