Sedgwick LLP is pleased to announce that Eileen McKillop has joined the firm as a partner in its Seattle office. With more than 20 years of experience, McKillop is skilled in managing a wide range of complex litigation matters, including construction, environmental, product liability, personal injury, insurance coverage and defense, and general civil litigation.
“In addition to her strong litigation and courtroom experience, Eileen is recognized as a leader in the legal and business communities,” Sedgwick chair Michael Healy said. “She has held leadership roles with organizations ranging from Associated General Contractors to the National Association of Women in Construction. That industry leadership and experience is a tremendous value to our clients.”
McKillop has litigated hundreds of complex cases involving a broad range of issues, including personal injury, professional liability, property damage, product liability, exposure to chemicals/toxins, fiberglass insulation and asbestos and Model Toxics Control Act claims. In addition, she has provided counseling and litigation prevention seminars to the construction industry regarding key construction provisions, insurance coverage and management of OCIP policies.
McKillop received her juris doctorate from the University of San Diego School of Law and her bachelor’s degree from Seattle University. She is a member of the Legal Affairs Committee for Associated General Contractors; the Washington Defense Trial Lawyers Association; Commercial Real Estate Women Seattle & Sound; National Association of Women in Construction; Master Builders Association of King and Snohomish Counties; Washington State Bar Association, Construction Law Section; Oregon State Bar Association; and the American Bar Association.
Prior to Sedgwick, McKillop was a partner at Lane Powell PC.
Source: www.sedgwicklaw.com
