Stephania Denton focuses her practice on complex insurance disputes. She has more than 30 years of experience advising insurers and litigating cases involving every type of policy, from commercial liability to first-party property to ERISA-governed plans.
Stephania provides sound practical advice to her insurer clients while creatively and aggressively exploring avenues to protect her clients’ interests. She has successfully argued before the Washington State Supreme Court, as well as state and federal trial and appellate courts, and handles coverage and bad faith litigation in Washington, Oregon, and numerous other jurisdictions.
Experience
Representative Matters
- West Beach v. Commonwealth Insurance Company of America
Obtained dismissal of first-party condominium water damage claim on summary judgment - Eagle Harbour v. Commonwealth Insurance Company
Obtained jury verdict in favor of insurer in first-party condominium water damage claim - Becker v. TIG Insurance Company
Obtained summary judgment dismissal of coverage claims arising out of construction defect litigation
Professional Highlights
Professional Activities
Washington State Bar Association, Disciplinary Board, Committee Chair, 2015-2019; Adjunct Investigative Counsel Panel, 2010-2015
King County Bar Association
Defense Research Institute
Recognition & Accomplishments
Best Lawyers, “Seattle Lawyer of the Year,” Litigation – Insurance, 2023
Chambers USA, Insurance, 2024
The Best Lawyers in America, Insurance Litigation, 2020-2025
Credentials
Education
University of Washington School of Law (J.D., with high honors, 1992)
Order of the Coif, 1992
Texas A&M University (B.S. 1985)
Languages
Admissions
Washington
Oregon
U.S. Supreme Court
U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Washington
U.S. District Court for the Western District of Washington
U.S. District Court for the District of Oregon
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit