Laura Hill is a versatile litigator who helps her clients resolve their most complex problems in and out of the courtroom. She practices at every level of state and federal court and is frequently engaged in high-stakes motions practice and appellate briefing, including before the U.S. Supreme Court. Drawing on her tenure as managing editor of the Harvard Law Review and on her federal clerkships, Laura excels at making complex arguments seem simple and compelling. Laura sets strategy early in a case and then executes that strategy to deliver positive results.

Laura represents clients across a wide variety of sectors. Her client base includes companies and individuals in the aviation, space, technology, consumer products, retail, sports, and pharmaceutical industries. Outside of the courtroom, Laura supports her clients in internal and government investigations and advises on regulatory, litigation, and risk management issues. Clients trust Laura to handle sensitive matters strategically and with care.

Laura maintains an active pro bono practice and is committed to public service. Her work has been recognized by the Federal Bar Association of the Western District of Washington, which awarded her its Pro Bono Award.

Representative Experience

• Defended an aerospace manufacturer against claims of negligent retention and discrimination; briefed, argued, and won motion to dismiss for failure to state a claim.
  
• Represented an aerospace manufacturer in a contract and tort dispute with a supplier, obtaining partial summary judgment.
  
• Successfully defended an aerospace manufacturer against a motion for a temporary restraining order seeking to enjoin the sale of aircraft.
  
• Represented an aerospace manufacturer in merits briefing before the U.S. Supreme Court concerning the scope of 28 U.S.C. § 1782(a) and discovery for use in private international arbitration; resolved the matter favorably for the client.
  
• Represented a property owner in a dispute over land rights; briefed, argued, and won partial summary judgment on liability issues.
  
• Successfully represented an aerospace manufacturer on appeal before the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit, affirming dismissal based on the government contractor defense.
  
• Represented a technology company on appeal before the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit, securing affirmance of dismissal of consumer protection and privacy claims.
  
• Obtained summary judgment for a leading e-commerce company on a cutting-edge issue of liability for third-party sellers on websites.
  
• Successfully represented an aerospace manufacturer in AIR21 whistleblower proceedings before the U.S. Department of Labor.
  
• Assisted a Fortune 100 manufacturer and seller of consumer technology products with regulatory compliance, warranty issues, contractual risk management, and product liability prevention.
  
• Counseled aerospace manufacturers on domestic and international product liability and litigation risk.
  
• Advised space flight companies on regulatory frameworks and liability risks associated with human space flight.
  
• Counseled autonomous vehicle startups on federal and state regulatory requirements and product liability risks related to testing and deployment.
  
• Represented clients in internal and government investigations related to product safety, whistleblower allegations, employment claims, and other subjects.