John T. Bender: "Outstanding Trial Lawyer of the Year" - Washington Defense Trial Lawyers

Trial Lawyer of Year 2025
Benchmark Litigation: Top Litigators
Best Lawyers' Ones to Watch

Services

Recognized as a top litigation and business attorney, John T. Bender delivers excellence across a wide range of legal disciplines, industries, and sectors, with proven expertise, dedication, and commitment to client success:

  • Civil litigation and trial, as well as arbitration and mediation, for businesses and individuals.

  • Defending businesses and executives in regulatory matters brought by state and federal governmental agencies, as well as matters involving real or potential reputational harm.

  • Strategic legal advice to executives and boards regarding risk management and corporate governance.

*All services are delivered through Mr. Bender's law firm, which has offices throughout the United States and abroad.

Schedule a Consultation

Contact John at (206) 499-2132.

Recent Media Coverage

Private equity and venture capital litigation on the rise: An interview with John Bender of K&L Gates - Puget Sound Business Journal
Puget Sound Business Journal
2025-11-28

Private equity and venture capital litigation on the rise: An interview with John Bender of K&L Gates - Puget Sound Business Journal

John Bender of K&L Gates shares his perspective on common themes he’s seen in his cases and lessons for executives in these high growth industries.

Read More
AI Firm's Ex-CTO Barred From Using Trade Secrets
Law360
18 September 2025

AI Firm's Ex-CTO Barred From Using Trade Secrets

Mentioned

Read More
Daily Briefing: Pinstripes Files for Chapter 11; Water Station's Bankruptcy Plan Confirmed
Wall Street Journal
10 September 2025

Daily Briefing: Pinstripes Files for Chapter 11; Water Station's Bankruptcy Plan Confirmed

Quoted

Read More
Everett vending company ruled a Ponzi scheme in bankruptcy court
Puget Sound Business Journal
10 September 2025

Everett vending company ruled a Ponzi scheme in bankruptcy court

Quoted

Read More
Water 'Ponzi' That Burned Jefferies Had Something for Everyone, Until It Didn't
Bloomberg
23 August 2025

Water 'Ponzi' That Burned Jefferies Had Something for Everyone, Until It Didn't

Quoted

Read More
Feds say Everett firm sold as a path to easy income was a Ponzi scheme
The Seattle Times
15 August 2025

Feds say Everett firm sold as a path to easy income was a Ponzi scheme

Quoted

Read More
2 Face Charges Over $200M Water Vending Machine Fraud
Law360
14 August 2025

2 Face Charges Over $200M Water Vending Machine Fraud

Quoted

Read More
Lancaster Online
22 May 2025

ATM investment promoter Dave Zook also led Lancaster investors to Texas Ponzi scheme

Quoted

Read More
Creditors Get Ponzi Finding In Wash. Bankruptcy Trial
Law360
28 October 2024

Creditors Get Ponzi Finding In Wash. Bankruptcy Trial

Quoted

Read More
Judge rules WA real estate investment firm ran Ponzi scheme
The Seattle Times
18 October 2024

Judge rules WA real estate investment firm ran Ponzi scheme

Quoted

Read More
WA bank sued over loans to investors in alleged Ponzi scheme
The Seattle Times
11 September 2024

WA bank sued over loans to investors in alleged Ponzi scheme

Quoted

Read More
Water Vending Machine Maker's Creditors Seek to Force Business Into Bankruptcy
Wall Street Journal
2024-08-29

Water Vending Machine Maker's Creditors Seek to Force Business Into Bankruptcy

Quoted

Read More
Investors in Everett firm claim it was a Ponzi scheme
The Seattle Times
26 July 2024

Investors in Everett firm claim it was a Ponzi scheme

Quoted

Read More
FBI is investigating Eastside real estate firm iCap, lawyers say
The Seattle Times
26 March 2024

FBI is investigating Eastside real estate firm iCap, lawyers say

Quoted

Read More
How Logan Paul's Crypto Empire Fell Apart
TIME
3 February 2023

How Logan Paul's Crypto Empire Fell Apart

Quoted

Read More
Bellevue real estate investment firm faces bankruptcy, fraud allegations
The Seattle Times
25 October 2023

Bellevue real estate investment firm faces bankruptcy, fraud allegations

Quoted

Read More

Latest Insights

Legal analysis, industry insights, and practical guidance on complex legal matters.

Strategic Legal Advice
2025-11-155 min read

From the Courtroom to the Boardroom: Turning Legal Advice Into Your Strategic Business Advantage

Legal acumen, when paired with strategic vision, is a powerful driver of business growth and resilience.

Read More
Civil Litigation
2025-11-278 min read

Defending Against Civil Lawsuits: Strategies for Success and Efficiency

Understanding the key strategies and considerations when facing civil litigation as a defendant.

Read More
Corporate Compliance
2025-11-018 min read

Conducting Effective Internal Investigations: A Comprehensive Guide

Updated: Best practices for managing internal investigations that protect your organization while ensuring thorough compliance.

Read More
White Collar Defense
2025-11-015 min read

Understanding White Collar Defense Strategies

Key considerations when facing regulatory investigations and building an effective defense strategy.

Read More
Business Litigation
2025-11-017 min read

Navigating Complex Business Litigation

Essential insights into managing high-stakes commercial disputes and protecting your business interests.

Read More
Corporate Law
2025-11-016 min read

Corporate Governance in Times of Crisis

How boards and executives can navigate challenging situations while maintaining fiduciary duties.

Read More