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The Washington State Supreme Court will soon have its first justice of Middle Eastern descent.Angelis has 25 years of legal experience and is known for his pro bono work representing unaccompanied minors in immigration court.
“Now more than ever, when the rule of law is under threat in this country and everywhere, it’s important that we as lawyers stand up and defend what we hold most dear,” Ferguson said.“Our courts in Washington are strongest when they have judges and justices of a variety of backgrounds and experiences,” Angelis said.“He currently focuses on appellate work, intellectual property litigation, and general litigation as a partner at K&L Gates,” according to the release. “Angelis also engages in extensive pro bono work, for which he has received numerous awards, including the American Civil Liberties Union’s Humanitarian Award for his work on behalf of unrepresented minors in immigration proceedings.”“Theo’s impressive qualifications and accomplishments speak for themselves,” Ferguson said. “His colleagues praise his legal expertise, humility, and integrity. Even opposing counsel who faced him in court describe Theo as ‘the smartest lawyer I’ve ever faced,’ and a decent, honorable person. He will serve the people of Washington well on our highest court.” “When I chose the law as my calling, I promised myself that I would always focus on how to use the law to help those in need,” Angelis said. “Throughout my career, I have worked to promote access to the courts and a genuine commitment to the Rule of Law.”The Washington State Supreme Court will soon have its first justice of Middle Eastern descent after appointing attorney Theo Angelis to the state’s high court.Seattle’s $30M CHOP verdict: Breaking down how wrongful death damages are calculated The $30M CHOP settlement prompted KIRO host Jake Skorheim to investigate the inner workings of how the parties settle on the amount of money to be paid.Spokane Valley votes to ban unregulated drug kratom, citing child safety concerns The Spokane Valley City Council voted on Tuesday to ban an unregulated drug, kratom, in the city due to community safety concerns.WSECU Community Champion: Chrystal Ortega’s mission to feed Spokane Chrystal Ortega's tireless dedication recently earned her the WSECU Community Champions Award and a $1,000 grant to further the mission.When Shawn Tibbitts opened Tibbitts FernHill, he was just trying to survive. The small Tacoma restaurant has since earned culinary awards and praise.Wilcox Family Farms is continuing its cherished holiday tradition of giving back by donating nearly one million eggs to food banks across the South Sound region this season.Matthew Ballantyne has transformed that early awareness into action, embodying the organization's mission:"No Kid Sleeps On The Floor In Our Town."Discover Kitsap County’s creative soul: Where Nordic charm meets gothic gardens and ancient traditions thrive Kitsap County is full of wonderfully weird, authentically artsy, and unexpectedly magical corners that make visitors become locals and locals never want to leave.
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