SEATTLE, September 1, 2026 – Williams Kastner is pleased to announce the expansion of its Seattle office with the addition of three accomplished attorneys from respected Seattle civil litigation firm Gardner Trabolsi & Associates. The arrival of Ron Gardner, Gary Trabolsi, and Galen Ryan and their team represents a significant enhancement of Williams Kastner’s litigation practice and strengthens the firm’s capabilities throughout the Pacific Northwest.
Based in Seattle for more than 25 years, Gardner Trabolsi & Associates has earned a reputation as a trusted partner to local, regional and national companies and their insurance carriers seeking experienced and effective defense counsel in civil litigation matters. Collectively, Gardner, Trabolsi, and Ryan bring extensive litigation experience in matters involving personal injury, property damage, wrongful death, asbestos, and other product liability and toxic tort claims.
“We’re very pleased to welcome Ron, Gary and Galen to Williams Kastner,” said Rod Umberger, Managing Director. “They’re good people, excellent lawyers and well respected in the Seattle legal community. They’ll be a great fit for our team and will make us even stronger in serving our clients throughout the Pacific Northwest.”
“We’re excited to join Williams Kastner and become part of a firm with such a strong reputation in the Pacific Northwest,” said Gary Trabolsi. “Our team has worked together for many years, and Williams Kastner feels like a natural fit for us. We look forward to bringing our experience to the firm while continuing to provide our clients with the service they’ve come to expect.”
Ronald C. Gardner is Of Counsel in the Seattle office of Williams Kastner. With more than four decades of litigation experience, Ron represents clients in a broad range of civil disputes. His practice spans civil litigation, including personal injury and tort defense, asbestos and product liability, professional liability, construction-related claims, environmental matters, commercial disputes and insurance coverage.
Gary A. Trabolsi is Of Counsel in Williams Kastner’s Seattle office. With more than four decades of litigation experience, Gary represents clients in a broad range of civil disputes. His practice includes premises liability, product liability, construction-related claims, real property disputes and dram shop liability. Gary’s approach to litigation emphasizes preparation, clarity and honesty, along with the professional resolution of disputes based on the law.
Galen L. Ryan is a Senior Associate in the Seattle office of Williams Kastner. He focuses his practice on civil defense litigation, with an emphasis on personal injury and real property matters. His experience also includes asbestos defense, premises liability, product liability, labor and employment matters, and creditors’ rights. Galen takes a cooperative approach to working with clients and opposing counsel, with an emphasis on the timely resolution of disputes.
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About Williams Kastner
Williams Kastner is a Pacific Northwest law firm founded in 1929, with 70 attorneys in Seattle, Portland, and Spokane. The firm is known for its trial and litigation experience and its work across a wide range of industries and practice areas, with particular strength in Construction, Insurance Coverage, Labor and Employment, Product Liability, Retail and Hospitality, and Transportation and Logistics. Williams Kastner represents clients in matters throughout the region and beyond, combining practical advice with a strong focus on results and long-standing client relationships.