Testimonials

I highly recommend Steve Toole as a mediator in injury cases.  As a long-time plaintiff attorney, Steve has gained the trust of the plaintiff attorney community.  He is not interested in beating down a plaintiff to take a low-ball offer for the sake of making a case settle.  Somehow, Steve has also earned credibility with defense attorneys and insurance companies.

Michael Maxwell
Plaintiffs’ Personal Injury Attorney, Issaquah
Steve Toole’s mediation style and preparation separate him from many others in the profession.  I have had several cases in which key facts and issues were identified and well understood early in the process by Steve and were instrumental in getting both sides to an efficient and fair resolution.  While having a very good success rate, on the rare occasions

Rossi Maddalena
Insurance Defense Attorney, Seattle
I have used Steve many times as a mediator and know him to be persuasive and fair minded. He does his homework and shows up prepared with the key issues identified. He understands the challenges that lawyers on both sides face in Personal injury litigation. All this makes him one of the best mediators I have ever used on behalf

Ben Wells
Plaintiffs’ Personal Injury Attorney, Arlington

I have found Steve to be a very careful mediator. He is well-respected by both sides of the Bar. He takes the time to learn the nuances of the cases and arguments and often follows up after mediation sessions to ensure that a case settles. 

Vivienne Alpaugh
Insurance Defense Attorney, Seattle
I have mediated dozens of cases with Steve. Some were hard to resolve, others even harder where the parties were at polar opposite ends. For some reason, Steve always manages to find a way to settle them. Perhaps it comes from his intuition and skills. I think that it is simply because he is a brilliant mediator who has the

Edward Le
Plaintiffs’ Personal Injury Attorney, Renton
I’m a lifetime insurance defense attorney, having practiced in insurance defense for 32 years. I have used Steve for mediations on some of my toughest cases. His approach is balanced and he listens, communicates and works with both sides toward resolution very well. When Steve isn’t able to bring the parties together in the allotted time, he usually gets it

Elizabeth (Betsy) Smith
Insurance Defense Attorney, Seattle
Steve is an absolutely magnificent mediator. He goes far beyond the call of duty in assisting the parties to settle the case, even continuing on well after the mediation has ended. The truth is, each time I have worked with Steve, I have learned something. It goes beyond the mediation, beyond a possible settlement. He has tremendous moxie, savvy, and

Jay Krulewitch
Plaintiffs’ Personal Injury Attorney, Seattle

I have worked with Steve in mediation of several challenging matters.  He takes the time to understand the needs of the parties and works creatively and compassionately to help the parties resolve their differences.  He is fair and reasonable and is a real asset in any mediation.

Jason Vacha
Insurance Defense Attorney, Seattle
I’ve mediated a few cases with Steve Toole… He does a great job of pushing insurers beyond limits and is very effective at educating clients as to the legal and practical issues in favor of or against settlement….In my most recent case with him, I don’t know what went on in the other room, but I doubt that most mediators

Dan McLafferty
Plaintiffs’ Personal Injury Attorney, Seattle

I have been using Steve since he started doing mediations full-time.  Steve comes to each mediation well prepared.  He goes above and beyond to try to resolve your case.  If Steve is unable to resolve you case, then your case is one that should probably be tried.  

Steven Takahashi
Insurance Defense Attorney, Seattle
I have mediated many cases with Steve over the years and continue to call on his expertise, frequently.  He has a thorough working knowledge of all the issues that arise in personal injury cases and deals with them expertly and efficiently.  Steve asks all the right questions and makes great suggestions.  I can’t remember a time I mediated with him

Karl Malling
Plaintiffs’ Personal Injury Attorney, Seattle

Mr. Toole has stepped in on short notice to mediate my cases several times and he has always gotten the job done.  He is someone my opposing counsel will always agree to mediate with.  Not only is he cost conscious, but his telephonic mediation method is extremely helpful and productive in our ever too busy world.

Ashley Nagrodski
Personal Injury Defense Attorney, Seattle

I have had many mediations with Steve where I have represented defendants.  I always thought Steve did a fine job in getting cases settled. He has a deep understanding of the litigation process and a realistic view of case value that benefits all sides.   I have often recommended Steve as a mediator to insurers and municipalities that I represent.

John A. Follis
Attorney, Anderson Hunter Law Firm, Everett
I want to take a moment to let you know what a terrific job our fellow Eagle and past president Steve Toole did today getting a nice six figure settlement in a no offer premises case for my 86-year old client. Steve clicked easily with her, took on the case, and delivered justice. If you haven’t used Steve, give him

Todd Nichols
Plaintiffs’ Personal Injury Attorney, Everett

Mr. Steven Toole provides professional, friendly and effective services as a mediator.  He is able to ascertain both the case facts and barriers to settlement quickly.  Then, he effectively works to bring the parties to a resolution.  Not only does he get the job done, but the process leaves all parties feeling satisfied.

Kimberly Johnson
Allstate Staff Counsel, Seattle
Steve Toole does an outstanding job. I have used Steve many times over the years, hands down he is my favorite. …Recently Steve resolved two cases including working until 9:30 pm to get one done. I thought neither case had a chance to be resolved and Steve pushed to get them both done. …On the most recent one, everyone was

J.D. Smith
Car / Auto Accident Lawyer in Seattle, WA
I have had multiple mediations with Steve. In the last one, the initial mediation failed, but Steve continued to work things and we eventually reached a fair settlement. I particularly like using Steve because my client is never bullied or pressured. Always treated with dignity. He also, in this case, provided some valuable insight to me regarding the merits of

Dan Kilpatric
Plaintiffs’ Personal Injury Attorney, Kirkland
I have used Steve Toole as a mediator in both in-person and Zoom environments.  He is very effective in either setting.  Some of the attributes both my clients and I most appreciate in Steve are that he is approachable, down to earth and able to relate to our everyday clients regardless of their gender or sexual orientation.  Additionally, he is

Kip Wayerski
Plaintiffs’ Personal Injury Attorney, Bellingham

Many of you probably know this already, but Steve is a great mediator. I finished my first mediation with him, and he’s now at the top of my list for settling sticky claims. Half-way through, I thought for certain it wouldn’t settle, but he got it done.

Jedediah Strong
Plaintiffs’ Personal Injury Attorney, Tacoma

Steve is a very good mediator. He works hard to get the case settled, often staying at it once the day is over and getting it done soon thereafter. I have used him many times and will continue to do so in the future.

James Gooding
Plaintiffs’ Personal Injury Attorney, Seattle

Every attorney wants a mediator that the party in the other room will listen to.   Steve is that mediator.  He gets results and that’s why I continue to hire him.

Ryan Pauley
Plaintiffs’ Personal Injury Attorney, Seattle

I endorse Steve Toole. Steve is respected by both Plaintiffs’ and Defense attorneys alike. He is a great lawyer and mediator.

Craig Schauermann
Plaintiffs’ Personal Injury Attorney, Vancouver

I endorse Steve. I have known him for several years. We served together on the Washington State Bar Board of Governors and he went on to be the President of the WSBA. He also served as President of the Washington State Association for Justice. He is serious about and committed to the tasks that he takes on.

Lish Whitson
Seattle Attorney
I have known Steve for over 25 years. He is not only an excellent lawyer, but a wonderful person who gives back to his profession. He has served in every capacity, most notably President, of the all-volunteer Washington State Trial Lawyers (WSAJ)  and President of the WSBA. Steve is a credit to our profession. Although he practiced many years as

Steven Lingenbrink
Plaintiffs’ Personal Injury Attorney, Kirkland

Steve Toole is the kind of guy that goes the extra mile and works to get resolution even if it goes beyond the agreed upon time. Steve has ethics, character, understanding and ingenuity.  I recommend him as a fine choice.

Evan Oshan
Plaintiffs’ Personal Injury Attorney, Seattle

I endorse Steve Toole. He is a very effective mediator and arbitrator.

John Peick
Plaintiffs’ Personal Injury Attorney, Issaquah

Steven Toole is one of the great mediators in the Seattle area.  Every case I have mediated through Steve has settled with a satisfied client, and me as their lawyer.  He goes the extra effort to settle cases including following up with the parties when settlement is not reached at the mediation.  I have the highest regard for Steve.

Paul Wallstrom
Plaintiffs’ Personal Injury Attorney, Seattle
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