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History of the Firm

Over a Century of Legal Excellence

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Holland Law Group has proudly served the people of Washington for over 100 years, representing injured victims and helping them recover the compensation they deserve. With offices in Seattle (Mercer Island) and Vancouver, Washington, our firm’s roots trace back to 1906 with founding partner Charles W. Hall.

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The Early Years

Charles W. Hall

In 1906, Charles Hall earned his law degree from the University of Washington and returned to Vancouver to practice law. Hall quickly became a respected attorney and judge, serving on the bench for many years. He also contributed to public service, holding two terms as a State Representative and two terms as a State Senator.

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A Family Legacy

Ned Hall

Charles Hall’s son, Ned Hall, also graduated from the University of Washington Law School. After serving in the Navy during World War II, Ned returned to join his father’s practice. Over a career spanning more than 50 years, Ned became a well-respected attorney and businessman, continuing the family tradition of excellence in law.

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Expanding the Firm

Jim Holland, Sr.

In 1973, Ned Hall recruited Jim Holland, Sr., and the firm became Hall & Holland. Jim Sr. has devoted over forty years to providing clients throughout Washington with creative and effective legal solutions. Originally a plaintiff’s trial lawyer, he has successfully tried countless personal injury cases, including wrongful death, products liability, negligent highway design, and other complex personal injury claims.

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Continuing the Tradition

Jim Holland, Jr.

Jim Holland, Jr. joined the firm as Managing Partner in 2014, continuing the Holland Law Group’s century-long legacy of service. Based in Mercer Island, Jim Jr. is accessible to clients across Seattle, Bellevue, Mercer Island, Redmond, Issaquah, Renton, and beyond.

Bringing over 14 years of experience, Jim Jr. has previously worked at Perkins Coie in Seattle, served as a Deputy Prosecuting Attorney in King County, and collaborated with his father in Vancouver. He has tried more than 30 criminal and civil cases to verdict, earning recognition from peers as lead trial counsel on complex matters.

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Our Approach

Personalized, Strategic, and Effective

Holland Law Group combines the strengths of a large firm with the flexibility and personal attention of a small firm. We carefully support major cases through alliances with specialized firms, contract lawyers, research assistants, and paralegals, which helps manage costs while handling large, labor-intensive claims.

Our practice efficiently serves clients across Washington, handling cases from complex medical negligence to auto accidents, aviation cases, and other catastrophic injuries. We are intentionally structured to deliver both expertise and personal access, ensuring our clients receive optimal representation during some of life’s most challenging moments.

Schedule a free consultation with Jim Holland, Jr. to discuss whether Holland Law Group is the right fit for your family’s legal needs.