Smith Goodfriend, P.S.

Smith Goodfriend, P.S. is an appellate law firm in Washington, established in 1969 by Malcolm L. Edwards. The firm has developed a reputation for its commitment to practice in the state's appellate courts over the last four decades. Its attorneys focus their practices on civil appeals and related trial court litigation.

The firm regularly handles appeals in the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals, the Washington Supreme Court, and all three Divisions of the Washington Court of Appeals. Their cases span a wide range of practice areas, reflected in scores of published decisions, and the firm's principals have contributed to the development of appellate litigation in Washington state. Clients are typically referred by other lawyers for specific appeals or lawsuits. Smith Goodfriend, P.S. often collaborates with trial counsel on appellate matters and provides consultations even when not serving as counsel of record. The firm maintains its independence by limiting representation to the specific matter for which clients are referred, offering a distinct perspective for parties and trial counsel seeking a fresh approach on appeal.