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John Guin

Arbitrator Attorney Mediator
Spokane, WA, United States

About

With over thirty years of legal practice, this professional has focused on construction and commercial litigation. Since 2007, he has served as a neutral in more than 400 cases, including mediations and arbitrations. His background includes representing a diverse range of clients such as owners, contractors, and design professionals in complex multi-party disputes.

Practice Areas

Business & Commercial Civil Litigation Construction Employment & Labor Estates & Probate Personal Injury & Torts Real Estate & Property

Professional Experience

Law Office of John Guin
PLLC
Mediator and Arbitrator (Private Practice)

Publications Leadership

  • Frequent speaker at continuing legal education seminars regarding construction law and alternative dispute resolution
  • Past Chair of the Washington State Bar Association Construction Law Section
  • Former member of the Washington State Bar Association Court Rules Committee

Positioning Takeaways

A seasoned dispute resolution professional with a strong foundation in Washington and Idaho law, particularly suited for technical construction and business conflicts.

License & Certifications

  • Washington State Bar Association
  • Idaho State Bar Association
  • Admitted to U.S. District Court
  • Eastern and Western Districts of Washington
  • Admitted to U.S. District Court
  • District of Idaho
  • Admitted to U.S. Court of Appeals
  • Ninth Circuit

Education

Juris Doctor
Gonzaga University School of Law
1990
Bachelor of Arts
Washington State University
1987

Distinction

Extensive experience handling complex, multi-party construction and commercial disputes as both an advocate and a neutral.

Reputation

He is recognized for his deep substantive knowledge in construction and commercial law, as well as his ability to facilitate resolutions in contentious, high-stakes litigation.