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Client Alert: Washington Bans Nearly All Non-Competes

March 2026 | Client Alerts |

On March 23, 2026, Washington Governor Bob Ferguson signed into law Engrossed Substitute House Bill 1155 (ESHB 1155), which bans nearly all noncompete agreements between companies and …

CH& Attends Mackrell International’s Women’s Group Meeting

March 2026 | News & Press |

CH& Attends Mackrell International Legal Network’s Women’s Group Meeting in San Jose. The MI Women’s Group is an established initiative within Mackrell International, created to support, connect, …

CH& Partner Patricia Laughman Presents CLE to KCBA

February 2026 | News & Press |

CH& Partner Patricia Laughman presented a CLE to the King County Bar Association Litigation Section entitled “The Legal Ethics of Objections.” The presentation provided an in-depth overview …

Cairncross & Hempelmann Welcomes Duncan Greene

February 2026 | News & Press |

Cairncross & Hempelmann is pleased to announce that Duncan Greene has joined the firm’s Land Use & Zoning Group, further strengthening its capabilities in land use, zoning, …

CH& Attends and Sponsors the 2026 Legal Foundation of Washington Goldmark Award Luncheon

February 2026 | News & Press |

CH& attends the 2026 Goldmark Award Luncheon to show our continued support and dedication to the Legal Foundation of Washington (LFW) and its mission. CH& is a …

CH& Partner Jennifer Faubion Participates in Panel at 2026 TMA Distressed Investing Conference

February 2026 | News & Press |

CH& Partner and Bankruptcy and Creditors’ Rights Practice Group Leader, Jennifer Faubion, participates in panel, “Cradle to Grave: A Journey from Inception to Destruction” at the 2026 …

CH& Sponsors and Attends 2026 ACEC WA Engineering Excellence Awards

February 2026 | News & Press |

CH& sponsors and attends 2026 ACEC WA Engineering Excellence Awards. The event celebrates the achievements of teams who showcase forward-thinking design, creative problem-solving, and extraordinary talent.

Legal 500 US Elite Rankings Recognizes 7 Cairncross & Hempelmann Attorneys

February 2026 | News & Press |

Seven Cairncross & Hempelmann lawyers have been recognized in the Legal 500 US Elite Rankings.  We are pleased to announce the following honors: Seattle Elite – Commercial …