Joseph "J.P." Pendergast is the owner and managing attorney of Pendergast Law, a trusted personal injury firm deeply rooted here in Washington State with three locations: Seattle, Renton, and Tacoma. With more than 30 years dedicated exclusively to personal injury law, J.P. leverages his background as a former King County Deputy Prosecuting Attorney to prepare for all angles the insurance company might take to deliver compassionate, client-focused representation to injury victims statewide. He has been selected to the Super Lawyers List every year since 2022, recognizing his continued excellence in personal injury law.
J.P.'s extensive courtroom experience and comprehensive knowledge of Washington law have led to outstanding results, securing more than $100 million in verdicts and settlements for his clients. He has successfully handled a wide range of cases, including car and motorcycle accidents, pedestrian and bicycle injuries, slip and falls, animal attacks, wrongful death, and highway design negligence.
A Seattle native, J.P. earned his Bachelor of Arts from the University of Washington in 1989 and received his Juris Doctor from the University of Oregon School of Law in 1993.
Pendergast Law is known for its compassionate, client-centered approach, balancing genuine empathy with proven results. Their motto, "Helping You Heal While We Recover," underscores the firm's dedication to supporting clients through every stage of recovery and legal pursuit.
At Pendergast Law, ethical representation, clear communication, and genuine compassion are not just ideals—they’re the foundations of every case we handle. Discover how our commitment to your recovery can make all the difference. Contact us 24/7 and take your first step toward justice and peace of mind.
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After an Accident, Pendergast Law Will Be There for You
If your car accident was painful and overwhelming, you need a lawyer who will be there for you and your family. Contact Pendergast Law for legal help.
Let Pendergast Law Take the Burden of the Insurance Company off Your Shoulders
Focus on healing while we take the burden of the insurance company off your shoulders. If you have been injured in a car accident, call Pendergast Law today.
After a Wrongful Death, Call Pendergast Law
Losing a loved one in an accident is a serious hardship for a family. If your family has suffered from a wrongful death, call Pendergast Law for legal help.
You Focus on Healing, While Pendergast Law Handles Your Case
Supporting your family and dealing with the insurance company after a car accident is challenging. Focus on healing and let Pendergast Law recover for your case.
