A. Alene Anderson Law Offices – Seattle, WA

Specialized Advocacy for Federal and Maritime Workers

Protecting Those Who Work on the Water and for the Government

A. Alene Anderson Law Offices is a niche legal practice in Seattle with a highly specialized focus: helping injured workers who fall under federal jurisdiction. Founded by attorney Alene Anderson, the firm is one of the few in the region that explicitly handles claims under the Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act (LHWCA) and the Defense Base Act (DBA). While many personal injury lawyers dabble in workers’ comp, Alene Anderson has dedicated her career to mastering the complex federal bureaucratic systems that govern these specific types of claims. She represents stevedores, shipbuilders, harbor workers, and civilian contractors injured overseas. Her deep understanding of these unique federal statutes allows her to secure benefits that general practitioners might miss entirely.

In addition to maritime and defense workers, the firm represents federal employees injured on the job under the Federal Employees’ Compensation Act (FECA). Navigating the Office of Workers’ Compensation Programs (OWCP) can be a nightmare of paperwork and denials for postal workers, TSA agents, and other federal staff. Alene Anderson acts as a knowledgeable guide, cutting through the red tape to ensure her clients receive the medical care and wage replacement they are entitled to. If you are looking to hire an attorney who speaks the specific language of federal workers’ comp, Alene Anderson is a trusted authority in the Phinney Ridge community.

• Longshore Act Experts: Specialized representation for dock workers and ship repairers injured on navigable waters.
• Defense Base Act: Advocating for civilian contractors injured while working on US military bases abroad.
• Federal Employees: dedicated support for postal workers and civil servants fighting OWCP claims.
• Benefit Recovery: Focused on securing maximum compensation for medical treatment and vocational rehabilitation.

Navigating Federal Compensation Systems

The practice is strictly focused on administrative workers’ compensation law. Unlike state-level L&I claims, federal claims involve a completely different set of rules, forms, and deadlines. A. Alene Anderson Law Offices assists clients from the initial filing of the injury report to litigating denied claims before administrative law judges. They are experts in proving the connection between workplace conditions and injuries, whether it be a traumatic accident or a cumulative trauma disorder like hearing loss or repetitive strain.

The firm also handles Non-Appropriated Fund Instrumentalities Act claims for workers on military exchanges. Because these areas of law are so specialized, Alene Anderson often serves clients not just in Seattle, but throughout the Pacific Northwest and beyond. Her goal is to take the burden of the legal battle off the injured worker’s shoulders so they can focus on their health. When you need to find a lawyer who understands the difference between the Jones Act and the Longshore Act, this firm provides the precise expertise required.

Located in Phinney Ridge

The firm is located on Greenwood Avenue North in the charming Phinney Ridge neighborhood of Seattle. This location is far removed from the congestion of downtown, offering a more relaxed and accessible environment for injured workers. The office is situated in a mixed-use commercial area, surrounded by local cafes and shops. It is easily accessible from Highway 99 and serves clients from Ballard, Greenwood, and Green Lake.