The Law Offices of Holmes Weddle & Barcott
Anchorage:(907) 274-0666 - Seattle:(206) 292-8008

 
  Philip W. Sanford
psanford@hwb-law.com
   
 

Practice Emphasis: Maritime and Admiralty Insurance Defense, Personal Injury, Property and Casualty Claims, Insurance Coverage.

Education: Bachelor of Arts, English, with Honors: University of Washington, 1986; Bachelor of Arts, Comparative Literature, University of Washington, 1986; Juris Doctor: California Western School of Law, San Diego, 1988.

Professional Experience: Prior to attending law school, Mr. Sanford served four years with the United States Coast Guard, primarily in Washington, D.C. and Alaska. Mr. Sanford’s legal career began with the United States Courts, serving first as an intern to the Honorable Sidney C. Volinn, United States Bankruptcy Judge, then as law clerk to the Honorable John L. Weinberg, United States Magistrate Judge, both of the United States District Court for the Western District of Washington.

Mr. Sanford joined the firm in 1992. His practice focuses on admiralty and maritime litigation, especially insurance defense of personal injury claims, and coverage disputes regarding property and casualty claims.

Admitted to Practice: All State and Federal Courts in Washington and Alaska and the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals.