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Debra Akhbari

Helsell Fetterman LLP • Seattle, WA
Personal Injury

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Contact

Email
Phone
(206) 962-3660
Address
1001 4th Ave Ste 4200, Seattle, WA, 98154-1154, US

Professional

About

Debra Akhbari is an accomplished attorney at Helsell Fetterman LLP, where she has been a vital member of the litigation practice group since 2014. Based in Seattle, Washington, she focuses her practice on personal injury law, advocating for clients with dedication and expertise. Prior to joining Helsell Fetterman, Debra served as the Program Manager for the Community & Economic Development Unit at Washington State University Extension. In this role, she collaborated with faculty and staff statewide on various matters, including budgeting, financing, personnel issues, and contracting. While fulfilling her professional responsibilities, Debra pursued her legal education at Seattle University School of Law during evening classes, earning her Juris Doctor cum laude in December 2013. During her time in law school, Debra actively engaged in leadership roles, serving on the Student Bar Association and the Social Justice Leadership Committee, and co-founding the Evening Student Council. Additionally, she gained valuable experience by externing in the chambers of Justice Steven C. González at the Washington State Supreme Court, further enhancing her legal acumen. Debra's diverse background and commitment to justice make her a strong advocate for her clients at Helsell Fetterman LLP.

About Personal Injury Law

Personal injury attorneys represent individuals who have been injured due to the negligence of others. They work to obtain compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering. Common matters include car accidents, slip and fall, medical malpractice, workplace injuries.

Credentials

Education
2013 Seattle University School of Law JD - Juris Doctor 2004 University of Puget Sound BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
Spanish

Recognition & Involvement

Associations
2014 - Present Washington State Bar Association 2014 - Present King County Bar Foundation 2014 - Present American Bar Association 2013 - Present Washington Women Lawyers 2013 - Present Latina/o Bar Association of Washington
Updated: Mar 25, 2026