Deanna M. Willman
Senior Counsel
Deanna Willman’s practice is focused on civil litigation and appellate work. Her practice focuses on providing straightforward, compassionate assistance. Deanna knows that people bring some of their most sensitive matters to attorneys, and strives to provide clients with comfort, while handling their problems efficiently and thoroughly. Deanna uses her ever-developing advocacy skills to achieve client’s goals and better the community she grew up in.
In her free time, Deanna can be found outdoors with her wife, and their two dogs.
Admissions
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- Washington State Bar
- U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Washington
- Idaho State Bar
- U.S. District Court, District of Idaho
Education
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- Gonzaga University School of Law – (J.D, magna cum laude, May 2017)
- Gonzaga University – (B.A., Political Science, Women’s and Gender Studies, French magna cum laude, May 2014)
Achievements
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- Gonzaga National Appellate Advocacy Team, Regional Champion
- Gonzaga National Appellate Advocacy Team, 3rd Best Brief
- CALI Excellence Award, Trial Advocacy Lecture & Lab
- CALI Excellence Award, Litigation Skills & Professionalism Lab
- Moot Court Honor Council Member
- 2021 Spokane Journal of Business Rising Star
- Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch 2021 – 2024
- WSBA APEX Award for Outstanding Young Lawyer recipient 2023
Associations
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- Washington State Bar Association
- Idaho State Bar Association
- Spokane County Bar Association
- American Bar Association
- Washington Women Lawyers Spokane County Chapter Chair
- Spokane Young Lawyers Division, President
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