Cairncross & Hempelmann

08/21/2026

We are proud to share that Cairncross & Hempelmann has been named the #2 Best Workplace among mid-sized businesses in Washington by Puget Sound Business Journal!

This recognition is a reflection of the people who make our firm such a great place to work. Our talented attorneys and staff bring collaboration, dedication and a genuine commitment to one another to work every day.
We are incredibly grateful to our team for creating a culture where people can do their best work, support each other, and grow together.

Congratulations to the entire Cairncross & Hempelmann team on this well-deserved recognition!

08/19/2026

We are proud to celebrate CH& Partner and Bankruptcy Group Leader Jenny Faubion-Ranade on her outstanding recognition in the 2026 Washington Super Lawyers rankings. Jenny has been named a Washington Super Lawyer, recognized among the Top 100 Attorneys in Washington, and selected for the Top 50 Women Attorneys in Washington list. This is an impressive achievement that reflects her exceptional legal skill, dedication to her clients, and leadership within the legal community.

These honors are reserved for a select group of attorneys who have attained a high degree of peer recognition and professional achievement. Jenny's inclusion on all three lists underscores the impact she continues to make for clients and colleagues alike.

Congratulations, Jenny, on this well-deserved recognition!

08/03/2026

We're proud to celebrate an outstanding achievement 21 CH& attorneys have been recognized in the 2026 edition of Washington Super Lawyers! 🎉
Super Lawyers recognizes attorneys who have attained a high degree of peer recognition and professional achievement through a rigorous selection process that includes independent research, peer nominations, and peer evaluations. Only the top 5% of attorneys in Washington earn the Super Lawyers distinction, while the Rising Stars honor is awarded to just the top 2.5% of attorneys who are either under age 40 or have been practicing law for 10 years or less.

Congratulations to all of our honorees on this well-deserved recognition! Your dedication to excellence and commitment to serving our clients and communities continue to make us proud.

07/29/2026

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We are proud to support the incredible work of Friends of Waterfront Park as a sponsor of this year's summer programming. Seattle's waterfront has become a vibrant gathering place for our community, bringing people together through free events, arts, culture, and recreation. We are honored to help s...

06/26/2026

As Pride Month comes to a close, Cairncross & Hempelmann is proud to recognize and support the organizations that strengthen our community year-round. Through our 2026 Corporate Charitable Giving Program, we are honored to support Lambert House, an organization dedicated to empowering LGBTQ+ youth through affirming programs, resources, and community. Supporting organizations that foster inclusion, belonging, and opportunity is an important part of our firm's commitment to giving back. We are grateful for the work Lambert House does every day to provide a safe and welcoming space for LGBTQ+ young people, and we are proud to support their mission.

Pride Month may be coming to a close, but our support for LGBTQ+ communities continues year-round. If you would like to join us in this commitment, you can support Lambert House through their donation page or learn more about their mission and the vital work they do with LGBTQ+ https://www.lamberthouse.org/

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05/27/2026

We are pleased to announce that Dan Hagen and Steven Palmer have been named Partners at Cairncross & Hempelmann.

Dan and Steve have demonstrated exceptional dedication to our clients, commitment to excellence, and meaningful contributions to our firm culture. Their leadership, talent, and hard work have made a lasting impact across the firm and the communities we serve.

Please join us in congratulating them on this well-deserved achievement!

04/06/2026

Please join us in welcoming James Grifo to the CH& Land Use Practice! You may learn more about Jamie's work here: https://bit.ly/4slWbFw

03/30/2026

WA Governor Bob Ferguson signed into law Engrossed Substitute House Bill 1155 (ESHB 1155), which bans nearly all noncompete agreements between companies and their employees and independent contractors. Our Employment group breaks it down for you here: https://bit.ly/4m3bd1B

03/19/2026

We are excited to attend Mackrell International Legal Network's Women's Group Meeting in San Jose and participate in meaningful discussions with our colleagues. The MI Women's Group is an established initiative within Mackrell International, created to support, connect, and amplify the voices of women across its global member firms. The group is inclusive of and open to all women across the network. Binah Yeung, Kelsey Doyle, Maria Hodgins, and Patricia Laughman are representing our firm.

03/19/2026

We are excited to attend Mackrell International Legal Network's Women's Group Meeting in San Jose and participate in meaningful discussions with our colleagues. The MI Women's Group is an established initiative within Mackrell International, created to support, connect, and amplify the voices of women across its global member firms. The group is inclusive of and open to all women across the network.