Ryan W Sternoff

Ahlers Cressman & Sleight PLLC • Seattle, WA

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Contact

Phone

(206) 350-2471

Address

1325 Fourth Avenue, Seattle, WA, 98101, US

Professional

About

Ryan W. Sternoff is a Member at Ahlers Cressman & Sleight PLLC, where he focuses his practice on representing owners, property managers, developers, general contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers in construction and real estate matters. Mr. Sternoff’s experience extends to representing clients in the drafting and negotiation of a wide array of construction and real estate contracts, and in representing clients in the prosecution and defense of claims in state and federal court, and private arbitration. He is admitted to practice in Washington State, and in the United States District Court, and Bankruptcy Court for the Western District of Washington. Mr. Sternoff has been named a “Rising Star” by Washington Law & Politics Magazine and Super Lawyers Magazine, for 10 consecutive years from 2010 to 2019, and has been selected as a Super Lawyer every year since 2020.

About Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle legal matters involving property transactions, disputes, and development. They ensure smooth closings and protect clients' property rights. Common matters include property purchases, sales transactions, title disputes, landlord-tenant issues.

Credentials

Education

2005 Seattle University School of Law JD - Juris Doctor 2002 University of San Diego BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

Recognition & Involvement

Awards

2017 Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine 2016 Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine 2015 Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine 2014 Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine 2013 Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine

Publications

2014 Construction Claims Monthly Discussion of Changed Work Results in Waiver of Contract's Written Change Order Requirements; Contractor Can Lien for Extra Work 2009 AGC Works: Associated General Contractors of Washington Newsletter Protecting Your Company’s Financial Interests During Tough Times N/A Ahlers & Cressman Construction Law Blog Contributor

Associations

2023 - Present Legal Action Committee – Associated Builders and Contractors of Western Washington Chair 2023 - Present Associated Builders and Contractors of Western Washington Director 2009 - Present American Subcontractors Association of WA Member 2009 - Present University of San Diego Alumni Association Seattle Alumni Chapter Committee Member 2008 - Present American Bar Association Forum on the Construction Industry Member

Speaking

2022 National Electrical Contractors Association General Membership Meeting Electrical Contracting Dispute Avoidance 2022 National Electrical Contractors Association Subcontracting Fundamentals for the Electrical Subcontractor: Understanding the Issues and Protecting Your Bottom Line 2021 Associated Builders and Contractors Construction Lien and Bond Claims in Washington: How to Get Paid! 2021 28th Annual Washington Construction Law Update COVID-19 Update: Impact of COVID on Construction Industry, Contracts, Drafting, and Claims 2020 Associated Builders and Contractors 2020 Legal Action Training Series: Subcontract Issues

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Updated: Mar 24, 2026