Michael K. Vaska
Foster Pepper PLLC • Seattle, WA
Antitrust & Trade LawBusiness LitigationHealthcareInvestigationsPersonal Injury
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Contact
Email
mike.vaska@foster.com
Phone
Address
Seattle, WA, 98101, US
Professional
About
**Michael K. Vaska | Seattle Business Litigation Attorney** Michael K. Vaska is a distinguished attorney at Foster Pepper PLLC in Seattle, WA, specializing in business litigation, investigations, personal injury, and transportation law. With a robust focus on antitrust and healthcare litigation, Mike leverages his extensive knowledge and experience to serve a diverse clientele across various sectors, including healthcare, building products, high technology, sports franchises, and local governments. In his antitrust practice, Mike represents clients navigating complex legal landscapes, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements while protecting their interests. His healthcare practice is particularly noteworthy, as he provides regulatory counsel on significant hospital acquisitions and advises clients on certificate of need issues, offering strategic insights to achieve optimal outcomes in challenging situations. Beyond his practice, Mike is deeply committed to community engagement and has actively participated in statewide, regional, and local initiatives addressing critical transportation issues. His leadership in the legal community is exemplified by his service on the Board of the Consumer Protection and Antitrust Section of the Washington State Bar Association, where he has co-chaired the annual conference and contributed as a speaker at various Section Meetings and Continuing Legal Education (CLE) events. He has also been a sought-after presenter on antitrust topics at CEO and senior management conferences, sharing his expertise on the implications of federal investigations by the Department of Justice and the Federal Trade Commission. With a reputation for excellence and a client-centered approach, Michael K. Vaska is dedicated to providing effective legal solutions tailored to meet the unique needs of each client in the Seattle area and beyond.
About Antitrust & Trade Law
Antitrust attorneys handle matters involving competition law, market practices, and trade regulations. They help businesses comply with antitrust laws and defend against claims. Common matters include price fixing, monopoly claims, merger review, trade practices.
Credentials
Education
1985 University of Chicago Law School JD - Juris Doctor 1982 Stanford University A.B. 1982 Stanford University A.B.
Recognition & Involvement
Awards
2010 Top Lawyer, Seattle Metropolitan Magazine 2009 AV Peer Review, Martindale-Hubbell 2007 AV Peer Review, Martindale-Hubbell 2006 Super Lawyer, 2005 Super Lawyer,
Publications
2006 Puget Sound Business Journal Balanced development is threatened by I-933 2006 Seattle Times Thanks, Legislature, for spurring action on regional transportation 2005 Seattle Times Even radio shock jocks must obey campaign laws 2001 Seattle Times If light rail starts south, it can't abandon the north 1993 Seattle Post-Intelligencer We Support Formation of the Rta
Associations
2009 - Present Crosscut Public Media Vice Chair 2008 - Present Washington Conservation Voters Board Member 1985 - Present Washington State Bar Association 1985 - Present American Bar Association 1998 - 2002 Washington Transporation Alliance Board Member
Speaking
2014 Conference of Multiple Listing Services Antitrust and Multiple Listing Services 2012 State v. Federal Administrative Procedure Act Washington's Administrative Procedure Act: A Primer 2010 Cascade Conference Washington State: The Saudi Arabia of Clean Energy 2007 Council of Multiple Listing Services Annual Meeting Antitrust and Multiple Listing Services 2006 Washington State Association of Municipal Attorneys First Amendment and Campaigns
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Updated: May 26, 2026