Lara Wilcox

Top rated Medical Malpractice attorney in Bainbridge Island, Washington

Otorowski & Golden, PLLC
Lara Wilcox
Otorowski & Golden, PLLC

Practice Areas: Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury, Products Liability; view more

Licensed in Washington since: 2010

Education: Gonzaga University School of Law

Selected to Super Lawyers: 2024 Selected to Rising Stars: 2020
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Otorowski & Golden, PLLC

298 Winslow Way West
Bainbridge Island, WA 98110 Visit website

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Lara Wilcox is a seasoned attorney at Otorowski & Golden, PLLC who primarily handles medical malpractice and personal injury cases of clients from the state of Washington. Passionate about safeguarding the rights of victims who were injured through no fault of their own, she represents them with their medical malpractice and personal injury issues, including nursing home neglect, automobile and bicycle accidents, pedestrian collisions, defective products, construction site injuries, premises liability claims, traumatic brain injuries, and wrongful death. 

Licensed to practice law in the states of Washington and Idaho, Ms. Wilcox is also admitted before the U.S. District Courts for the Eastern and Western Districts of Washington. She completed her undergraduate degree at Western Washington University, graduating with a B.A. in 2002. Right after fulfilling a brief internship with the Whatcom County Public Defender, she pursued her interest in the legal field at Gonzaga University School of Law, earning her Juris Doctor in 2009. 

While at law school, Ms. Wilcox received the CALI Excellence for the Future Award for getting the highest grade in appellate writing, interned with the Spokane County Prosecutor and advocated for the rights of clients at the Gonzaga University Legal Assistance Clinic. Rated “Superb” on Avvo, Ms. Wilcox is well-appreciated by both her clients and peers for her tenacious work ethic and compassionate outlook. 

In addition to her legal practice, Ms. Wilcox dedicates time to giving speeches and talks about her practice areas in notable organizations, such as the Washington State Association for Justice, the Spokane Courts New Admittee CLE, The Military Justice Project Training at Fairchild Air Force Base and the Intro to the Courts CLE. As someone who prioritizes clear communication and transparency, she ensures to inform her clients throughout the entirety of the case with utmost dignity and respect. 

Ms. Wilcox is an engaging member of the legal community and maintains memberships with many prominent legal associations, such as the Washington State Association for Justice (WSAJ; Development Committee and Women of WSAJ), the Tacoma-Pierce County Bar Association, the Kitsap County Bar Association, the American Association for Justice, the Idaho State Bar, the Spokane County Bar Association and the Washington State Bar Association. 

Practice areas

Personal Injury - Medical Malpractice: Plaintiff, Personal Injury - General: Plaintiff, Personal Injury - Products: Plaintiff

Focus areas

Animal Bites, Assault, Birth Injury, Brain Injury, Construction Accident, Delayed or Incorrect Diagnosis, Dental Malpractice, Dram Shop Laws, Informed Consent, Medical Devices, Medical Malpractice, Motor Vehicle Accidents, Motor Vehicle Defects, Personal Injury - Defense, Personal Injury - Plaintiff, Pharmaceutical, Premises Liability - Plaintiff, Sexual Abuse - Plaintiff, Slip and Fall, Toxic Mold, Trucking Accidents, Wrongful Death

  • 80% Personal Injury - Medical Malpractice: Plaintiff
  • 10% Personal Injury - General: Plaintiff
  • 10% Personal Injury - Products: Plaintiff

First Admitted: 2010, Washington

Professional Webpage: https://medilaw.com/lara-wilcox/

Bar/Professional Activity:
  • Washington
  • Idaho
  • U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Washington, 2011
  • U.S. District Court for the Western District of Washington, 2019
  • Tacoma-Pierce County Bar Association, 2019
  • Washington State Association for Justice, Development Committee
  • Spokane County Bar Association, 2010
  • Women of Washington State Association for Justice, 2010
  • Washington State Association for Justice (Eagle Member)
  • American Association for Justice, 2016
  • Kitsap County Bar Association, Member, 2019
  • Idaho State Bar Association, 2015
  • Washington State Bar Association, 2010
Honors/Awards:
  • Highest Grade in Appellate Writing, CALI Excellence for the Future Award, Gonzaga University School of Law, 2009
Educational Background:
  • Western Washington University, B.A. in Communication Studies, 2002
Scholarly Lectures/Writings:
  • Role of the consulting institution pharmacist in overseeing medication management for patients in long term care and skilled nursing facilities., Author, A Prescription for Safety: Consultant Pharmacists' Role in Preventing Harmful Mistakes, WSAJ Trial News, Medical Malpractice And Personal Injury, 2016
  • Petition for Direct Review of Spokane County District Court case involving three claims barred by the statute of limitations that was voluntarily dismissed pursuant to LCRLJ 41., Co-Author, ARMI v. Lewis, Brief of Appellant, Washington State Supreme Court, Litigation, 2012
  • Washington State Association for Justice, the Spokane Courts New Admittee CLE, The Military Justice Project Training at Fairchild Air Force Base and the Intro to the Courts CLE, Speaker
Industry Groups:
  • Legal

Office location for Lara Wilcox

298 Winslow Way West
Bainbridge Island, WA 98110

Phone: 206-258-7567

Selections

1 Year Super Lawyers
1 Year Rising Stars
  • Super Lawyers: 2024
  • Rising Stars: 2020

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