Fircrest, WA

Michael L. York

Michael York is a highly regarded attorney and a founding member of the Wattel & York personal injury law firm based in Arizona. In 1989, he earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Political Science from Arizona State University, followed by his Juris Doctor from the Arizona State University College of Law in 1992. Building upon his academic achievements, Mr. York gained practical experience by serving as a law clerk in the personal injury field from 1989 to 1992. He commenced his active legal practice in 1993 when he became a licensed attorney. Since then, Mr. York has dedicated his legal career to representing clients in personal injury, property damage, and insurance coverage matters. With an impressive track record spanning several decades, he has successfully handled thousands of cases, advocating for the rights of his clients. Mr. York has been particularly instrumental in shaping Arizona law in relation to insurance coverage and claims for diminished value and property damage. He is well-versed in the intricacies of the claims process and has effectively handled personal injury, and property damage claims both during the pre-litigation phase and in arbitration and trial settings. In addition to his extensive litigation experience, Mr. York has also made significant contributions to the legal field through his involvement in appellate cases. He has briefed and argued numerous cases before the Arizona Court of Appeals, securing published opinions in notable cases such as USAA v. DeValencia, Country Mutual Insurance v. Fonk, Yollin v. City of Glendale, and Oliver v. Henry. Through his diligent and strategic approach, Mr. York has played a pivotal role in shaping legal precedents and ensuring that the rights of his clients are upheld. Michael York’s dedication to personal injury, property damage, and insurance coverage law is evident in his unwavering commitment to his clients. He has dedicated his entire career to these practice areas, striving to provide exceptional legal representation and deliver favorable outcomes for his clients. Licensed to practice law in all Courts of the State of Arizona, as well as the United States District Court, District of Arizona, Mr. York possesses the necessary skills and expertise to navigate complex legal matters with precision, effectiveness, and compassion. His membership in the Arizona Association for Justice/Arizona Trial Lawyers Association further attests to his commitment to professional growth and the pursuit of justice. In summary, Michael York stands as a highly respected attorney renowned for his expertise in personal injury, property damage, and insurance coverage law. Boasting a solid academic foundation and a wealth of litigation experience, he has diligently represented a multitude of clients throughout his illustrious career. Mr. York’s unwavering commitment to the well-being of his clients shines through in his meticulous approach to handling cases, as well as his noteworthy contributions to shaping legal precedents within the Arizona legal landscape. He consistently strives to deliver exceptional legal services while fiercely advocating for the rights and interests of his valued clients.

David H. Cluff

David H. Cluff is an attorney at Wattel & York Arizona Accident Attorneys. He is an accomplished Phoenix, AZ personal injury trial lawyer with over 40 years of experience in litigating injury cases. He graduated from Arizona State University in 1975 with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Administration. He earned his Juris Doctorate from Pepperdine University School of Law in 1978. Early in his legal career, he defended accident cases and represented a number of different insurance companies including Farmers, Allstate, and GEICO. The opportunity to defend cases provided invaluable experience and insight regarding how insurance companies review and evaluate cases. For many years, Mr. Cluff put that experience to good use in representing accident victims who were injured by the negligence of others. Mr. Cluff has served thousands of injured people with a variety of injury claims involving auto accidents, medical malpractice, unsafe land/property conditions and dog bite attacks. He has obtained record-setting trial verdicts as well as multi-million dollar settlements on behalf of his clients. Dave Cluff is a member of the State Bar in both the State of Arizona and the State of California. He is also admitted to practice in the United States District Court for the State of Arizona.

Chris Torrone

Chris Torrone is an accomplished family lawyer with a proven track record in handling complex cases. A graduate of Gonzaga University Law School, Chris obtained his J.D. in Law in 2004. Shortly after, he joined The Law Office of F. McNamara Jardine & Associates, LLC in 2005 where he handled a variety of cases, including criminal defense, family law, and personal injury. In 2011, Chris founded Torrone Law with a mission to advocate for families targeted by the legal system. He specializes in CPS custody, child support, criminal law, and divorce. His success rates are impressive, with a 96% success rate in CPS custody cases and a 94% success rate in child support cases. Outside of his courtroom victories, Chris is committed to restoring peace and balance in his clients’ lives and families. Torrone Law, while specializing in juvenile cases involving CPS and family law, also handles criminal and personal injury cases. Chris’s commitment to his clients and his expertise in his field make him an invaluable advocate in any legal situation.

Andrew Dickinson

Drew practices in the areas of family law, personal injury, and criminal law. Born and raised in the greater Tacoma area, he enjoys helping his neighbors to get the help they need. He was raised in Pierce County, but spent a decade away from the area. During some of that time, he traveled southern Brazil. Drew lived in areas where people had little access to the law, and as a result, many families were an in shambles with no help in sight from the legal system to help them to resolve their legal concerns. He saw the missing children, the extreme poverty, and the grief that resulted when the law is inaccessible. There he learned fluent Portuguese and also learned that the law can help families when applied correctly. Laudemir Coelho, a Brazilian friend, first noted Drew’s penchant for passionate argument in defense of his friends, a talent that Drew uses throughout his practice of the law today. Drew enjoys helping others. Growing up he found many ways to serve the community. He has volunteered for service in parks, at the museum of glass, as an eagle scout placing trail markers for the Tacoma Nature Center at Snake Lake, working as a volunteer with disabled youth through the community inclusion program, acting as class president for years at his high school, helping the homeless through a series of bed moves, helping children in need through a series of Crisis Nurseries, volunteering with local religious youth groups, and serving for a time as a regional representative for the J. Reuben Clark Law Society responsible for the Student Chapters in Washington and adjoining states as well as Hawaii and Alaska. Drew continues to find ways to serve. In the spare time Drew had before becoming an overworked attorney he enjoyed reading, longboarding, playing his stringed instruments, disc golf, kayaking, putting computers together, and spending time in and around the Puget Sound.

Thomas A. Grisoni

Thomas A. Grisoni, a partner in the firm, was born in Cleveland, Ohio and received his Bachelor of Arts in Sociology at the University of Michigan in 2004. He then relocated to Arizona to attend the Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law at Arizona State University and earned his Juris Doctorate in 2007. He is a member of the State Bar of Arizona, Maricopa County Bar Association, Los Abogados, Hispanic National Bar Association, and is licensed to practice in the United States District Court, District of Arizona. Grisoni is a bilingual member of our team which serves him well in assisting our clients’ needs.

Clayton R. Dickinson

Principal attorney Clay Dickinson has over 30 years of legal experience. Much of his career has been spent in the area of family law. Throughout his career, he has done significant trial work and has recently gained experience in collaborative law and mediation. Mr. Dickinson takes initiative when representing his clients and is committed to resolving legal issues swiftly and with minimal complications. Led by Clay Dickinson, a family law attorney in Tacoma with over 30 years of legal experience, our team has a broad legal skill set. We examine legal issues from a 360-degree perspective - identifying all viable legal options to pursue. When working with our clients, we make it a point to keep them informed and updated throughout all steps of the legal process. A small percentage of lawyers in Washington have the level of trial experience that attorney Clay Dickinson has. As an experienced trial attorney, he knows the preparation needed to reach a successful outcome. While highly experienced in the courtroom, Clay Dickinson is also an experienced collaborative law attorney. Many of his family law and divorce cases are resolved through mediation and skillful negotiation. Mediation is an alternative form of dispute resolution that takes place outside of the courtroom, giving the client more power in the decision-making process.

Zach Hansen

Mr. Hansen earned a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Environmental Engineering from the University of Colorado in 2003. After a few years working for a geotechnical engineering firm on construction projects throughout the Puget Sound region, Mr. Hansen obtained a Juris Doctor degree from Seattle University School of Law in 2009. Mr. Hansen has handled a variety of legal issues for his clients and has successfully represented injured persons his entire legal career. He is admitted to practice in all Washington State courts, as well as the US District Court for the Western District of Washington. He enjoys spending time with his family, hiking, and trivia in his spare time.