Eliza Whitworth is an Associate in the Seattle office and is a member of the Employment Law and Commercial Litigation practice groups.  In her Employment practice, she represents employers in defending against allegations and claims of discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wrongful termination, and wage and hour matters.  In her commercial litigation practice, Eliza represents businesses in complex litigation matters including breach of contract, negligence, and landlord-tenant disputes. She practices in both state and federal court.

Prior to joining GRSM, she practiced civil litigation at a regional mid-sized law firm based in Seattle.  Her practice included complex commercial litigation, employment litigation, health care law, construction litigation, and environmental and natural resource litigation.

Admissions

  • Washington
  • Oregon
  • U.S. District Court, Western District of Washington

Memberships

  • Washington State Bar Association
  • King County Bar Association
  • Washington Defense Trial Lawyers
  • Oregon State Bar Association

Community Involvement

  • KCBA Neighborhood Legal Clinics
  • Washington Clemency Project

Education

  • J.D., cum laude, Seattle University School of Law, 2016
    – Presidential Scholarship 2013-2016 (awarded to top 10% of applicants)
    – CALI Award for Excellence in Legislation and Regulation
    – Moot Court Board, Regional Competition Chair
    – National Order of the Barristers
    – Pro Bono Outstanding Service Award
  • B.A., Political Science, Oregon State University, 2012
    – Minor in Business
    – Alpha Kappa Psi, Professional Business Fraternity
    – Pi Sigma Alpha, Honors Political Science Society

Honors

  • Super Lawyers® Rising Star distinction in Employment Litigation, Civil Litigation, and Employment & Labor (2023-2024)