Lacee L. Curtis
About Lacee
Lacee Curtis focuses her practice on commercial litigation. Through her extensive experience in both commercial and civil litigation and state supreme court judicial clerkship, she has developed a proven ability in meticulous legal research, incisive fact-finding, and the precise application of rules of evidence and procedure in courtroom settings. Lacee is adept in drafting legal documents, advising on legal strategy, and presenting complex legal arguments in court. She also specializes in transactional and litigation real estate matters, and she is dedicated to helping her clients find solutions that fit their budgets and priorities.
Before joining Miller Nash, Lacee practiced at a midsize Washington law firm, focusing on civil litigation matters such as debt collection, real estate and homeowners’ community association disputes, breach of contract, and receiverships. Her experience also includes clerking for judges at the Washington State Supreme Court and Utah Supreme Court, where she gained a deep understanding of judicial procedure and decision-making.
Activities
- East King County Bar Association
- Board member, 2019-2021
- Eastside Legal Assistance Program
- Elevatus Foundation
- Co-Founder and Board Member, 2011-present
- Trano Mirary
- Co-Founder, 2012-2017
Recognition
- Best Oralist, Rocky Mountain Regionals, Philip C. Jessup International Moot Court, 2014
- Ron King Social Entrepreneur of the Year, Utah Valley Entrepreneurial Forum, 2013
- Winner, Ballard Center for Economic Self Reliance Social Venture Competition, 2012
Insights from Lacee
- “Catching Less Fish with More Honey: Introducing Incentives for Sustainable International Fishing Compliance,” Vermont Journal of Environmental Law (Fall 2014)