Show Notes
Jordan Couch, a Partner at Palace Law, has been front and center for the recent events related to protests and COVID-19 in Seattle, Washington. Today on Daily Matters, he talks about what those experiences have been like—and a whole lot more.
Jordan’s conversation with Jack Newton touches on:
- The importance of law firm culture
- Misperceptions people have about the protests taking place in Seattle
- Issues with the pertinence (or lack thereof) of bar exams in the modern legal world
- Why lawyers need to use their expertise and influence to advocate for change
Jordan Couch, a Partner at Palace Law, is a workers’ compensation attorney and a dedicated advocate for those in need. While in law school, Jordan worked for NASA and clerked for judges in the Maryland Court of Appeals and the Federal District Court for the Western District of Washington. He also managed and litigated cases for a pro bono organization that provided assistance to victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking. Through each of these roles, he gained valuable experience in a wide array of legal fields and honed his skills as a courtroom advocate.
Jordan moved to Washington in June of 2015 and put his skills and experience to use helping injured workers at Palace Law. He knows his way around the complex legal system and enjoys working with his clients to help them obtain the benefits they deserve. Outside of the office, Jordan is heavily involved in the legal community. He can frequently be found at the University Of Washington School of Law or the Seattle University School of Law donating his time to teach advocacy to the next generation of lawyers.