Areas of Focus:
“At the heart of my practice is a commitment to forging genuine, collaborative partnerships with each client. I believe that truly effective legal strategies are born from a thorough understanding of a client's unique circumstances, goals, and challenges. The trust clients place in me is not just about legal expertise; it's about the judgment, transparency, and dedication I try to bring to every engagement."
Additional Services: Building Product Defect Litigation, Commercial Real Estate Litigation, Condemnation Law, Insurance Recovery
Tony Rafel is revered by clients and colleagues alike for his wealth of knowledge, his professionalism, and his passion for achieving success on behalf of his clients. When it really counts, clients look to Tony to make the difference and deliver results. A seasoned trial lawyer and trusted advisor, Tony’s litigation practice focuses on a wide range of complex legal matters, including construction defect and building product defect claims, commercial real estate litigation, condemnation cases, insurance coverage and bad faith claims for commercial policyholders, and contract enforcement. His robust non-litigation practice involves advising condominium and homeowner associations on governance practices, statutory requirements, document interpretation, enforcement and amendment, dispute resolution, and virtually all areas of common interest association law.
Tony has earned a reputation for his tenacity and dedication to achieving his client’s objectives. His hands-on approach ensures that every client receives personalized attention and the right solutions for their legal challenges.
Education:
- Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law, Yeshiva University, J.D. cum laude
- University of Rochester, B.A.
Leadership:
- Fellow, College of Community Association Lawyers (CCAL)
- Co-Chair, CCAL Law Seminar Planning Committee
- Member, CAI/CCAL National Amicus Curiae Committee
- President, Washington State Chapter, Community Associations Institute (WSCAI) (2020)
- Member, WSCAI Legislative Action Committee
- President, Federal Bar Association, Western District of Washington (1999-2000)
- Lawyer Representative, Ninth Circuit Judicial Conference (1999-2002)
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