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Melissa Westberg

Senior Associate Attorney

Seattle Office
2601 4th Ave., Floor 6
Seattle, WA 98121
206.448.1992

Melissa Westberg is a Senior Associate Attorney in GLP Attorneys’ Seattle office.

Professional Overview

Melissa is a Seattle-area native and has been dedicated to representing injured Plaintiffs since 2006. She graduated with honors from Syracuse University in 2006, having double-majored in Economics and Political Science, minored in Philosophy, and earning Distinction in Economics for original research. She was a four-year scholarship athlete and school record holder on Syracuse’s NCAA Division I swim team.

Upon graduating in 2006, Melissa returned to Seattle and started working for GLP Attorneys as a Legal Assistant, but quickly moved up the ranks as Paralegal and Legal Intern. Melissa earned her Juris Doctor degree from the University of Washington School of Law in 2011, where she was a member of Washington State Association for Justice’s (WSAJ) law school chapter. In 2011, she was a recipient of one of few Women of WSAJ Bar Prep scholarships. In 2020, Melissa was selected as one of the Top 40 Under 40 plaintiffs lawyers by The National Trial Lawyers. She has been awarded the Rising Star Super Lawyers Award in 2021, which is awarded to the top 2.5% of attorneys in the state. Melissa is also a member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum.

Melissa dedicates her practice to motor vehicle and motorcycle collision claims, maritime accidents, dog bites, and construction injury cases.

More Information

Honors

Recognized as a Rising Star by Washington Super Lawyers, 2021
The National Top 40 Under 40 Trial Lawyers
Member, Million Dollar Advocates Forum

Education

University of Washington School of Law, J.D., 2011
Syracuse University, B.A., Economics; Political Science, cum laude, 2006

Bar & Court Admissions

Washington State Bar, 2011

Professional & Civic Involvement

Washington State Association for Justice, Eagle Member, 2013 – Present
South King County Roundtable Section, Co-Chair, 2016 - 2017

Personal

Melissa loves corgis, roller skating on Alki’s boardwalk, and winning costume contests at every opportunity.

Awards & Recognition

Successful Cases

$1.45 Million

$1.45 million (policy limits plus personal contribution) for the adult children of a couple killed by an intoxicated driver.

$1.25 Million

$1.25 million (policy limits) for a motor vehicle collision victim who sustained head and knee injuries.

$500,000

$500,000 for a family involved in a rollover motor vehicle collision.

$450,000

$450,000 for the victim of a golf cart accident who required surgery.

$425,000

$425,000 (policy limits) for a motor vehicle collision victim who underwent a low back (lumbar) fusion surgery.

$400,000

$400,000 for a motor vehicle collision victim with a TMJ disc injury.

$375,000

$375,000 (policy limits) for a motor vehicle collision victim who developed thoracic outlet syndrome requiring Botox injections.

$300,000

$300,000 (policy limits) for a motor vehicle collision victim who underwent a neck (cervical) fusion surgery.

$250,000

$250,000 (policy limits) for a motor vehicle collision victim requiring low back laminectomy and discectomy surgery.

$200,000

$200,000 settlement for a dog bite victim who developed PTSD.

WhatOur Clientssay…

“My attorney Melissa and her paralegal Martin handled my case very efficiently and effectively! After my accident, they took care of me every step of the way. They guided me, working diligently and they were very caring for my situation. I would recommend them to anyone seeking a lawyer after a car accident!”

“I cannot recommend Melissa enough. If you’re looking for a great attorney that will be the best advocate possible for your case, I highly recommend Melissa Westberg! Melissa and the team at GLP [Attorneys] make you feel valued as a client. Even after business hours, Melissa was quick to respond to any questions I had with my case. I couldn’t of been happier at the end of my settlement because of Melissa’s diligent work.”

“Melissa Westberg was my attorney and I couldn’t have had a more cordial and quick resolution to my case than had I chosen anyone else. I very much recommend GLP and Melissa for anyone with an injury or problematic insurance company.”

“I highly recommend Melissa Westberg if you need someone to lead you through the challenge of recovering from car collision injuries. Melissa and Martin and the GLP team did an excellent job on my cases. They are prompt in their communication, compassionate in their approach, and are top-notch in reaching settlements that exceed expectations.”

“Melissa was great, super patient with all my questions. Always on my side. And she is making strides to be more and more LGBTQ friendly. Highly recommend!”

“I worked with Melissa Westberg on my car crash. Melissa’s diligence and professionalism was outstanding. I will be recommending her whenever possible.”