Join two of GLP Attorneys’ next generation personal injury lawyers for an exploration of their Path to Practice. Associate Attorneys Evelyn Wallace and Brennan Nolting discuss the experiences that have shaped their personal injury law careers, as well as their biggest influences, best collaborations, special client moments, team approach, and advice for anyone considering pursuing a career in personal injury law at GLP Attorneys.
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How has mentorship played a role in your early career at GLP Attorneys?
Evelyn: Mentorship has been really important in my career because I didn't know that I would be going into personal injury law, and I didn't particularly expect to like it or be as invested as I got so quickly.
So I felt like in the early days I was really playing catch up, and I was very lucky and grateful to have internship mentors like Kaitlin Roach, who would answer any question. She never made me feel uncomfortable.
And then as I got my footing more and I started working for my team with Cydney and Jola, I enjoyed having the team mentorship of getting to slot into a well oiled machine. It provided the support while also the room to grow and expand and figure out what I don't know in a safe space because the community was already there.
Who has influenced your path the most, and what did you learn from them?
Brennan: The person that influenced me the most. It's hard to just say one person. That's what's great about GLP Attorneys is it's a collective unit of people that influence you every single day, where you have one person that you go to for one particular issue, and then there's another person that you go to for a question.
If I had to nail it down to one, it would be my longtime mentor, Janelle Carney Boston. She took me under her wing, and she gave me the opportunities to succeed and the opportunity to help people. And, I am forever grateful for that.
Share an example of when collaboration helped you solve a challenge or learn something new.
Evelyn: I am a very curious person, so I like to learn all the aspects of the case and all the aspects of the background work. And so especially when I started as an attorney, I felt like I needed to know how to file things and how to do things that some would deem like paralegal work at other firms.
And it's always been encouraged at GLP Attorneys to know everything and to want to know everything and be able to support your team in any way. And so I wanted to learn how to file in different counties and create and open cases.
And it was really a team effort getting me there between a couple of the paralegals, both on my team and not, they fielded questions about formatting and what courts were expecting. Navigating which templates to use and even things like signing on to the right website or finding the right portal. A lot of what I do feels like a team effort.
Because it is. But gosh, anytime I learn something new, like the filing or like any of the background work is most definitely a team effort.
Share a moment, client interaction, or case that reminded you why this work matters.
Brennan: Every case reminds me why this work matters. It's the opportunity to call a client and tell them how their life is about to get better. From the very first phone call that you are meeting a potential client and talking about something that has happened to them, that could be the worst thing that has happened to them so far in their life, and getting the opportunity to say to them, I can make a difference and I can help you through this.
And then walking them through the entire process and eventually getting to call them and say, this is done. And, you can now move forward with your life and every time I get to do that is a huge reminder as to why this work matters and why it's important to me.
How has being a part of a team shaped your approach to practicing law?
Evelyn: It's just more opportunity to learn different styles of doing great work. And there are strengths with every team, and there are different ways of doing things. And it's never one that is better than the other. It's just different approaches to problems. And that is what's so great about getting to work at GLP Attorneys.
It was something that started for me, as an intern. It was getting to work with so many different attorneys, including Sara Maleki, Janelle Carney Boston, Dwight Bond, Rayna Girtz, RJ Ermola, everyone is doing fantastic work, but they are taking slightly different approaches. So having the opportunity to see all of those and really hone in your own style, is a huge benefit.
And it's been the same way with my transition to Seattle. Getting to work with some attorneys that I hadn't got to as much during my time in Spokane, and then coming to Seattle and getting to learn Cydney Webster's approach and Jim Gooding's approach, have just helped me hone in on the exact type of attorney that I want to be moving forward.
What advice would you give to someone just starting their career at GLP Attorneys?
Evelyn: I think it's a lot of the standards of don't be afraid to ask questions and put yourself out there in ways. I'm a very shy and introverted person, so I had a hard time asking attorneys or teams if there was anything they needed or asking to be included in things.
Stretching your comfort level to get those opportunities as well as when there are safe spaces. I would love telling Kaitlin, “oh, I'm really interested in this” and then she would kind of help facilitate the things that I was maybe too shy to do.
So, be open to trying new things and also be open to any assignment - because you will learn something every single time. I love writing a million demands. I love reading medical chronologies. There's just always something to learn. And so having that mindset and being ready to do whatever needs to be done, I think serves someone starting their career very well.
And then it's also just fun to learn a whole new thing. And when you treat it as being fun, when you see it as fun, it makes the work even easier and even better.
Brennan: Everything is an opportunity.
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Evelyn’s Personal Injury Practice
Evelyn is a personal injury attorney whose passion for advocacy is deeply rooted in personal experience. Her journey into this field began after her mother was struck by a semi-truck in 2019—an event that changed the course of her life and career. Witnessing her mother’s long recovery, the challenges of delayed medical care, and the emotional toll of the process gave Evelyn an intimate understanding of what injured individuals and their families endure. That experience instilled in her a lasting commitment to ensuring that every client feels heard, understood, and fully represented. Learn more about Evelyn’s personal injury practice here.
Brennan’s Personal Injury Practice
Brennan has worked on a wide range of personal injury cases, including motor vehicle collisions, premises liability claims, and other complex injury matters. His experience assisting in trial preparation, discovery, and courtroom presentation has strengthened his ability to effectively advocate on behalf of his clients.
Brennan’s approachable style, strong work ethic, and passion for justice reflect his belief that great advocacy begins with genuine human connection and a commitment to making a meaningful difference in the lives of others. Learn more about Brennan’s personal injury practice here.
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