Lawyers in Bellevue, WA

361 law firms. Choose a practice area to narrow the list.

Browse law firms in Bellevue by practice area, check each lawyer's license with the Washington State Bar Association, and contact firms directly.

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Finding a lawyer in Bellevue

Bellevue is in King County, across Lake Washington from Seattle, and civil and criminal cases from the area are generally heard in the King County Superior Court. As a major technology and business center in its own right, Bellevue's legal market includes a strong bench of business, employment and intellectual property lawyers.

Practice areas people search for in Bellevue

  • Business lawyers in Bellevue handle contracts, formation and disputes for the area's technology companies.
  • Employment lawyers take on wrongful termination, wage disputes and workplace discrimination.
  • Intellectual Property lawyers serve clients connected to the region's technology sector.
  • Family & Divorce lawyers work through divorce, custody and property division.
  • Real Estate lawyers deal with property transactions and disputes in a high-demand market.
  • Personal Injury lawyers handle car accidents and other cases involving negligence.
  • Estate Planning & Probate lawyers help with wills, trusts and settling an estate.
  • Criminal Defense lawyers represent people facing charges heard in King County's courts.

How to choose a lawyer in Bellevue

Confirm the lawyer's license is active with the Washington State Bar Association, which also shows any public disciplinary history. Ask about experience specifically with the King County Superior Court, and for business or technology-related matters, ask about experience with that industry directly. Get clear on billing — contingency, hourly or flat fee — and put that agreement in writing.

Free and low-cost help

King County has legal aid organizations that assist lower-income residents with civil matters such as housing, family law and public benefits, and the Washington State Bar Association's referral service can connect you with a local attorney for a modest consultation fee. The county's courts publish self-help materials for small claims and similar matters people handle on their own.

For a specific case type, try a practice-specific list, such as business lawyers in Bellevue or intellectual property lawyers in Bellevue. Across the lake, lawyers in Seattle also serve much of the same metro area.

Lawyers in Washington State

This page is general information, not legal advice. Laws change and every case is different — talk to a licensed Washington attorney about your situation.

Updated 2026-09-28.