Washington Employment Benefits Advocates, PLLC - Seattle, WA
Unemployment Insurance Benefits Lawyers in Seattle, WA
240 2nd Ave S Suite 301-B Seattle, WA 98104
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20
Years
Experience
Seattle Unemployment Insurance Benefits Law Firm
Updated: 03/16/2026
Reviews
Customer Reviews for Washington Employment Benefits Advocates, PLLC
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Verified ClientHired Law firm 2023I connected with WEBA through the Washington Unemployment Law Project. Rory was very knowledgable of the intricacies of unemployment law, and super helpful in sorting out the details of how my case would be considered, and preparing me for the hearing. Cannot recommend him and WEBA enough.
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Verified ClientHired Law firm 2022-2023My lawyer was excellent in his knowledge about my mental health and the impact my previous employer had on me. He skillfully and patiently worked with me during this process and I struggled to work through the traumatic experiences I had. One thing I did not like, was his law partner who stated openly to me that I did not have a strong case. I have no idea why he would say that given my emotional and mental well being and asking for help. Whoever that person was, they are not experienced enough to work with marginalized communties. But the lawyer who ended up working with me helped me win my case and I highly recommend anyone to work with this firm for those reasons.
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Verified ClientHired Law firm 2022Extremely happy with the entire process. Excellent communication, support, representation and a positive resolution to my problem. I can't speak highly enough about Rory's service.
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Consulted Law firm 2023WEBA came highly recommended by a former colleague. From the moment I reached out via email, the response was swift, leading to a free consultation with Jacob. His personalized guidance, insightful recommendations, and a communication template provided a significant boost. Following his lead initiated meaningful connections, and I’m optimistic about the outcome. A sincere thank you to Jacob for his time and support—I enthusiastically endorse their services.
Areas of Practice
- Unemployment Insurance Benefits
Litigation: 100%
Firm Information
Overview
Rory and Jacob spent their careers in legal aid. They created this law firm because they saw an unmet need. Many people have struggled with unemployment insurance benefits, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. WEBA is the only private practice law firm in Washington State that focuses exclusively on unemployment insurance benefits.
Before creating this firm, Rory served as an Administrative Law Judge hearing unemployment insurance claims. He presided over more than 800 cases and he saw how many people struggled to understand how and when they were eligible for benefits or what arguments they could make to strengthen their case.
WEBA's goal is to help demystify unemployment insurance benefits process and to take on the Employment Security Department when claimants are wrongly denied benefits or required to pay back benefits they rightfully received.
Representative Cases
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Prater v. U.S. Parole Commission
- Citation: (S.D. Ind. 1983) 575 F. Supp. 284; (7th Cir. 1985) 764 Fed. 1230 (oral argument); vacated, (1985) 775 F.2d 1157; reh. en banc, (1986)
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Jeter v. Keohane
- Citation: 739 F.2d 257 (7th Cir. 1984)
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Johnson v. Heckler
- Citation: 741 F.2d 948 (7th Cir. 1984) (oral argument)
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Shelter Ins. Co. v. Lighting & Supplies, Inc.
- Citation: No. 1:12-cv-01007-LJM-DML, 2012 U.S. Dist. LEXIS 161856 (S.D. Ind. Nov. 13, 2012)
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Sutliff v. Wal-Mart Stores, Inc.
- Citation: No. 4:08-cv-184-SEB-WGH, 2009 U.S. Dist. LEXIS 30136 (S.D. Ind. Apr. 8, 2009)
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Ind., Dep't of Pub. Welfare v. Bowen
- Citation: 686 F. Supp. 692 (S.D. Ind. 1987)
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Chandler v. Bowen
- Citation: 646 F. Supp. 783 (S.D. Ind. 1986)
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Gilpin v. Bowen
- Citation: 655 F. Supp. 110 (S.D. Ind. 1986)
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Gilpin v. Bowen
- Citation: 655 F. Supp. 110 (S.D. Ind. 1986)
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Reed v. Blinzinger
- Citation: 639 F. Supp. 130 (S.D. Ind. 1986)
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Dodson v. U.S. Army Fin. & Accounting Ctr.
- Citation: 636 F. Supp. 894 (S.D. Ind. 1986)
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Geary v. Jeffboat, Inc.
- Citation: 620 F. Supp. 41 (S.D. Ind. 1985)
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Nationwide Ins. Co. v. Parmer
- Citation: 958 N.E.2d 802 (Ind. Ct. App. 2011)
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GuideOne v. U.S. Water Systems, Inc. and Lowe’s Home Centers, Inc.
- Citation: 950 N.E.2d 1236 (Ind. Ct. App. 2011). (Baker, J. Dissenting)
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Hammock v. Red Gold, Inc. and Liberty Mutual Group
- Citation: 784 N.E.2d 495 (Ind. Ct. App. 2003) (oral argument)
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Renner v. Grant
- Citation: 720 N.E.2d 774 (Ind. Ct. App. 1999)
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Zayas v. Gregg Applicances, Inc.
- Citation: 676 N.E.2d 365 (Ind. Ct. App. 1997)
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Allison v. Washington
- Citation: 593 N.E.2d 1273 (Ind. Ct. App. 1992)
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Kohlman v. Blomberg
- Citation: 574 N.E.2d 954 (Ind. Ct. App. 1991)
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Celina Ins. Co. v. Indianapolis Roofing & Sheet Metal Corp
- Citation: 953 N.E.2d 679 (Ind. Ct. App. 2011)
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Prater v. U.S. Parole Commission
- Citation: 575 F. Supp. 284 (S.D. Ind. 1983); 765 F.2d 1230 (7th Cir. 1985); vacated, 775 F.2d 1157 (1985); reh. en banc, 802 F.2d 948 (1986)
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United States of America v. U.S. Currency in the Amount of $2,857.00
- Citation: 754 F.2d 208 (7th Cir. 1985)
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Johnson v. Heckler
- Citation: 741 F.2d 948 (7th Cir. 1985)
Published Works
Articles
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More than ACV: Calculating the Value of Household Goods, Subrogator, Fall, 2012
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The Code, Health and Hospital Corporation of Marion County, Indiana, 1981
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Code Enforcement in Indianapolis, University of Detroit Journal of Urban Law, Volume 60, Issue 3, Spring, 1983
Attorneys
Staff
- Connor Sivage, Administrator
Staff
- Connor Sivage, Administrator
Contact
240 2nd Ave S
Suite 301-B
Seattle, WA 98104
Phone: 206-257-7498
Email: Send a message
Website: https://www.weba.law
Hours: M-F: 9am-4pm
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