Beck Chase Gilman is a Pacific Northwest litigation boutique that represents real people and does it well. We are experienced trial lawyers who have handled sophisticated, complex, and high-stakes cases against some of the country’s largest corporations and law firms.
Mission | Advocate for real people and obtain the best outcomes for them.
Most people rarely need a lawyer and try to steer clear of legal battles. But when corporations, government, or insurers refuse to act fairly, BCG is the counterweight. We push back –insisting on justice through fair and full compensation tailored to each client’s harms, circumstances, and goals.
Vision | Shape the law to bring justice within reach for ordinary people
Flaws in the law don’t just impact individual clients; they can broadly harm workers, consumers, and ordinary citizens. When it aligns with our clients’ interests, we will take on unsettled or wrongly decided precedent and press for a fair and just clarification or correction of our laws.
Values | Elevate the practice of law.
BCG rejects the deception, greed, and gamesmanship that often give lawyers a bad name—and ultimately hurt clients. The right battles must be fought firmly and strategically. But our clients are best served by a civil, professional, and smart approach consistently guided by the best outcome for them.
Personal Injury
When the Stakes are High…
BCG’s attorneys have over 30 years combined experience fighting and winning cases against the toughest opposition.
We’ll develop a bespoke strategy for the unique facts of your case that aligns with your goals. No cookie cutters here.
Stay connected with your attorney. Whether you prefer a secure mobile communications portal or good old snail mail, you’ll always be in the loop about the status of your case.
Work with a team that is as passionate about your case and community as you are. While the law can be complicated, our guiding philosophy is not: Do important work and do it well.
The Team
James W. Beck
Recognized as one of Washington’s Top 100 Lawyers and a leader in the plaintiff and federal bar, James is a lawyer’s lawyer with a prolific track record of success for his clients.
Janelle E. Chase Fazio
Named South Sound Business 40 Under 40 recipient and winner of the Washington State Association for Justice’s 2020 “Ready to Soar” award, Janelle is a fighter who has earned her reputation as a tough, smart, and relentless advocate for her clients.
Eric D. Gilman
Recognized by his peers as a top tier litigation attorney for nearly a decade, Eric is a gifted trial lawyer who mixes meticulousness, compassion, tech savvy, and tenacity to win.
“In my heart, I believe James Beck was a Godsend. He is brilliant, caring, and very accessible…. [James] is largely responsible for me getting my life back after the nightmare experience with my employer [and he] is unequivocally in the top 1 percent of lawyers.”
“[M]y case … did not have the potential for a high value award, yet … Janelle treated me like a million dollar client…. Through her efforts, I felt expertly guided through a legal process that was at times, confusing, complex, and scary. I was consistently impressed with her legal knowledge, critical thinking skills, and her attention to detail.”
You have come to the right place. Eric Gilman walked me through what needed to be done. The patience and understanding was what I needed and he provided. The communication was above par. The staff was wonderful and operated with the same set of objectives and professionalism.... I cannot refer [BCG] enough. I would use this firm for a lifetime!
I sincerely believe I would not have won my lawsuit with any other attorney.... Don’t take a chance with your future, HIRE James Beck.
[F]rom the moment I consulted with Janelle, I felt a sense of relief and support. Her dedication to representing me in a professional way was highlighted throughout my time of working with her. Not only is Janelle an expert in her field, she had excellent bedside manner and made me always feel comfortable throughout my legal process. I highly recommend Janelle and her team to anyone needing her services. I will forever be grateful to her for the experience she gave me.
“[Eric’s] rapid grasp of every nuanced aspect of the legal issues and contextual dynamics not only gave us peace of mind following every meeting we had with him before court, it also ensured the best possible outcome for all parties (especially us!). He operated with a respect and integrity in court that matched our values, while maintaining a clear, firm stand for our legal position.”
I have been involved in several complex litigation cases over the past 30 years and very few attorneys took a personal interest in knowing the details of the case as well as I knew them. Eric understood the case far better than the defendants’ counsel which led to several good outcomes during the litigation. I have since stayed in touch with Eric and recommended him to several business owners and I will use him again if faced with similar litigation events.