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Lara Herrmann is a distinguished trial lawyer based in Tacoma, WA, and the proud owner and CEO of Herrmann Law Group. As a third-generation attorney, Lara has spent over 20 years zealously advocating for victims of aviation disasters, wrongful death, medical malpractice, personal injury, and rail accidents. Her commitment to justice has earned her recognition from Martindale-Hubbell for her extensive service in the legal field. Currently, Lara is representing families affected by the tragic crashes of Boeing 737 Max 8 aircraft in Indonesia and Ethiopia. In June 2019, she collaborated with her father, Charles Herrmann, to present at an international aviation law symposium at Addis Ababa University, providing crucial information to the families of Ethiopian Airlines Flight 302 victims. At Herrmann Law Group, Lara and her team are also dedicated to representing victims of the Amtrak Cascades train derailment in Du Pont, Washington, as well as students from the University of Washington marching band injured in a school bus accident. Notably, HLG filed the first vaping lawsuit in Washington State, further showcasing Lara's commitment to addressing emerging legal challenges. Recognized as a “Super Lawyer,” Lara has been named a “Rising Star” three times by Washington Law & Politics and is listed among the Top 100 trial lawyers in the United States by National Trial Lawyers. She has successfully secured millions of dollars in compensation for clients, including significant awards in high-profile cases such as the “Ride the Ducks” incident in Seattle. Continuing her family's legacy of advocacy, Lara's grandfather, Karl Herrmann, was a former Washington State Senator and Insurance Commissioner known for his dedication to justice. Lara upholds these values while also giving back to the community. She established the Seattle University School of Law Woman of the Year Award to honor remarkable women in the legal profession and has taken on leadership roles in Washington Women Lawyers. Residing in Tacoma with her two children, Amelia and John, Lara balances her professional life with personal interests that include tennis, ballroom dancing, and painting. Her multifaceted approach to both law and life reflects her commitment to excellence, compassion, and community service.

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