Counsel Kelsey Shewbert is a member of the Litigation, Investigations, & Trials Practice Group in Snell & Wilmer’s Seattle office. She focuses her practice on complex civil and commercial litigation. She handles a wide range of matters, including catastrophic injuries, traumatic brain injuries, product liability, premises liability, medical and professional liability, and construction defects. Admitted to practice in both the federal and state courts of Alaska, Idaho, and Washington, Kelsey is well positioned to represent and manage risk for clients doing business across the Pacific Northwest.
Kelsey brings a well-rounded legal background that allows her to evaluate key issues quickly and identify strategic opportunities in her cases. This practical, results-oriented approach enables her clients to efficiently prepare for trial or pursue favorable early resolution when appropriate. She works closely with her clients to exchange ideas and develop creative solutions, and she believes that this close collaboration is essential to achieving successful outcomes.
Kelsey is actively engaged in Washington’s civil defense legal community through her participation in committees and professional associations. She serves as co-editor-in-chief of the Washington Defense Trial Lawyers (WDTL) Defense News quarterly publication and as secretary of the WDTL Board of Trustees. She has authored articles on jury trials and recent developments in Washington law.
A Seattle native, Kelsey is an avid Husky and Seahawks fan. In her free time, she enjoys cooking, visiting Washington wineries, and attending comedy shows, concerts, and other local live performances.