
Trevor J. Cartales
Attorney/Co-Owner
Practice Area
Business Law | Civil Litigation | Entertainment Law | Personal Injury | Employment Law
Admitted to Practice
Washington State Courts | Oregon State Courts | Federal District Court of Oregon | 9th Circuit Court of Appeals | Western District of Washington
Professional Experience
Trevor J. Cartales assists plaintiffs suffering from personal injuries and employment discrimination matters. He also has extensive background assisting small businesses in formation, contractual relationships, leases, employment matters, and dispute resolution. Knowing that legal advice and litigation can be expensive, Trevor strives to provide efficient, successful litigation solutions for clients when necessary, but takes pride in finding more cost-effective answers to legal problems when the opportunity arises.
Professional and Community Involvement
- Volunteer at Navigate Virtual Legal Clinic (2020 – Present)
Education
- Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy from the University of Oregon
- Juris Doctor from the University of Oregon School of Law
Awards & Recognition
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- Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America for 2026
- Super Lawyers 2023 WA Rising Stars List
- Super Lawyers 2022 WA Rising Stars List
- Super Lawyers 2021 WA Rising Stars List
Notable Case Results
My team and I have been proud to achieve some recent victories for my clients in Oregon and Washington, including but not limited to:
- A $2m judgment for sexual abuse of a minor
- Multiple Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals wins regarding wrongful employment termination
- A $1.5 million settlement for a wrongful death
- A half-million-dollar settlement for a plaintiff wrongfully terminated
- Several six-digit settlements for plaintiffs wrongfully terminated
- Numerous large settlements for plaintiffs experiencing a breaches of contract
- Obtained innovative and groundbreaking administrative approvals, including a license for the first accredited cannabis testing facility in Oregon
Client Testimonials
Went above and beyond and was very easy to work with.Trevor explained everything clearly when i was forming my LLC.
Featured Blogs By Trevor
WA Noncompete Ban (HB 1155) and the “Nonsolicitation” Problem
Washington Non-Compete Rule Update OverviewAfter the failure of the federal government to protect workers against...
Can I Be Fired for Expressing a Political Opinion in Washington or Oregon?
Political Speech and Employment Rights in Washington/OregonHave you noticed people becoming more and more politically...
Understanding At-Will Employment in Washington and Oregon
In both Washington and Oregon, most employment relationships are governed by the at-will doctrine—meaning either the...
Why Boilerplate Clauses in Contracts Matter More Than You Think
“It’s Just Boilerplate” and Other Lies - Common Contract Provisions and Their MeaningsContracts are the legal backbone...
What to Do After a Car Accident in Washington or Oregon
So you’ve been in a car accident. Now what?At fault or not, being involved in an accident can be overwhelming. Taking...
Updated Overview of the FTC Non-Compete Rule and Its Current Status
Last Updated: December 2025Published: June 2024 Note: Please see our 2026 blog regarding Washington’s New Noncompete...





