Andy Durland is a dedicated and results-driven attorney at The Blankenship Law Firm, where he focuses on representing clients in complex employment and litigation matters. Drawing on a diverse background that includes experience in both plaintiff and defense roles, Andy brings a thoughtful, client-centered approach to advocating for employees and individuals facing workplace injustices, working closely with each client to achieve practical and effective resolutions.
Before joining The Blankenship Law Firm, Andy was a litigation associate at a downtown Seattle firm, where he represented a wide range of clients—from large corporations to small businesses and individuals—across business, employment, contract, and personal injury matters. His experience as both plaintiff and defense counsel gives him a valuable perspective and sharpens his ability to anticipate and counter opposing strategies.
Andy earned his J.D., with honors, from the University of Washington School of Law. During law school, he served as Managing Editor of the Washington Law Review and externed with former Washington State Supreme Court Justice Charles K. Wiggins.
Prior to law school, Andy served as a Peace Corps volunteer in Costa Rica, developing after-school programs for at-risk youth in rural communities. He also worked as a bilingual legal assistant at a bankruptcy firm, is fluent in Spanish, and has frequently served as a legal interpreter—skills that continue to enhance his ability to advocate for a diverse range of clients.
A Seattle native, Andy enjoys hiking, flyfishing, and spending time with his family and their beloved Rottweiler, Tokio.