Michael Gustafson

Serving clients across the Seattle area from his office at Emerald Law Group in Seattle, Washington, Michael Gustafson has dedicated his practice to helping individuals who were wronged because of someone else’s negligence. Providing aggressive advocacy in matters of personal injury law, he fights tirelessly to secure suitable compensation and accountability for victims of catastrophic accidents, combining compassionate client support with fierce courtroom counsel across Washington.

Over his 20 years as a trial attorney in state and federal courts, Mr. Gustafson has recovered millions of dollars for the wrongfully injured. His representative cases span a broad spectrum, from standing up for adults and children sexually abused by individuals in positions of power to securing justice for victims of car accidents. His practice also champions those severely injured in falls caused by dangerous conditions created by negligent cities, counties or businesses.

Upon completing his undergraduate degree at the University of Washington, Mr. Gustafson attended Seattle University School of Law, where he bolstered his skills in oral advocacy to prepare for a career in private practice. In law school, he was a member of the Law Review and mock trial team, where he strengthened his legal foundation, earning his Juris Doctor in 2004. In the same year, he was licensed to practice law in Washington.

Beyond his academic achievements, Mr. Gustafson treats every client as an individual, blending high-quality legal advocacy with a deeply personalized approach. This commitment to compassionate service was demonstrated when he secured a $1,850,000 settlement for a man who suffered sexual abuse by a Catholic Church priest as a child, providing both a path to closure and a voice for the vulnerable.