James M. Danielson joined Jeffers, Danielson, Sonn & Aylward in 1971. Jim was born in Ellensburg, Washington. His involvement within his education and professional associations reflected his commitment to the industry.

Professional Memberships

• American College of Trial Lawyers

  • Regent (2011-2015)

• Washington State Bar Association (1971)

  • Board of Governors (1978-1981)

  • Board of Directors, Trial Practice Section (1985-1988)

  • Chief Officer for Bar Disciplinary Hearing Officers (2002-2009)

  • Mandatory Continuing Legal Education Board (1998-1999)

  • Professionalism Award (2010)

• Chelan-Douglas County Bar Association

  • President (1973-1974)

• Fellow in the American Academy of Trial Counsel (2007-)

• American Bar Foundation

• American Board of Trial Advocates

• Dartmouth Alumni Association

• UW Alumni Association

  • Law School Foundation (1985-1988)

Education

• Dartmouth College, B.A., 1966

• University of Washington, J.D., 1971

  • Received the Order of the Coif

  • Executive Editor of UW Law Review (1970-1971)

Volunteer & Affiliations

• Wenatchee School Board (1979-1991)

  • President for 6 years

Professional Awards

Jim was named a Super Lawyer by Washington Law & Politics Magazine in 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014.  He was also the recipient of the Washington State Bar Association Professionalism Award in 2010.