Jonathan Schirmer is a construction lawyer who represents public and private owners, general contractors, subcontractors, developers, and design professionals on complex public and private matters in state and federal court. He has extensive experience in federal contracting issues at the U.S. Court of Federal Claims and high-stakes bid protest actions at the Government Accountability Office and regularly advises bidders and public owners on procurement issues.
The son of a contractor, Jonathan grew up on construction sites and is committed to helping construction professionals navigate and solve complicated disputes and the legal landscape of commercial litigation.
Professional Highlights
Professional Activities
Alaska Department of Law, Civil Division, 2017
Anchorage Superior Court, 2016
Recognition & Accomplishments
Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch, Construction Litigation, 2023-2025; Commercial Litigation, 2024-2025
Thomson Reuters, "Washington Rising Star," Construction Litigation, 2023-2024
Speaking Engagements
“Construction Law Section Annual Seminar,” Washington State Bar Association, June 10, 2022
Board Memberships & Community Service
Seattle Ethics & Elections Commission, Commissioner
Credentials
Education
Seattle University School of Law (J.D., magna cum laude)
Seattle University Law Review, Research and Technical Editor
James E. Bond Appellate Moot Court Competition, Winner
CALI Award in Legal Writing II
Montana State University (B.A.)
Admissions
Washington
Alaska
U.S. District Court for the Western District of Washington
U.S. District Court for the District of Alaska
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit
Court of Federal Claims