Attorney

Garret J. Williams

Garrett advises and defends school districts and public employers in Washington and Idaho, with a practice focused on labor and employment, litigation, and general counsel services. He regularly appears in administrative hearings, arbitration, and court, and is a frequent presenter and trainer on education and employment law. He is a partner at Stevens Clay, P.S., where he has worked since 2021.

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  • Garrett Williams practices law where the pressure is highest—the courtroom, the bargaining table, and in front of school leaders. His work centers on labor and employment, litigation, and general counsel matters. Garrett’s practice is defined by clarity, preparation, and a steady focus on helping public institutions make sound, defensible decisions.

    He represents clients in administrative hearings, arbitrations, and court proceedings; serves as lead negotiator in collective bargaining; advises on student discipline and policy compliance; and conducts neutral workplace investigations. A frequent presenter at conferences and trainings, Garrett helps school leaders anticipate legal challenges and strengthen internal practices before they become disputes.

    • Labor & Employment

    • Litigation & Risk Management

    • Investigations

    • J.D., Gonzaga University School of Law, 2017 — summa cum laude (2nd in Class)

    • B.A., University of Washington, 2011

    • Partner, Stevens Clay, P.S. 2023-Present

    • Attorney, Stevens Clay, P.S., 2016–2019 and 2021–2023 

    • Attorney, Paine Hamblen, LLP, 2021

    • Attorney, Lagasse Branch Bell & Kinkead, LLP, 2019–2021

    • Judicial Extern, Washington State Court of Appeals, 2016

    • Washington State Bar, 2017

    • Idaho State Bar, 2020

    • U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Washington, 2020

    • U.S. District Court, Western District of Washington, 2020

    • U.S. District Court, District of Idaho, 2020

  • Garrett is married and has two children, a son and a daughter. Away from the office, he’s a marathon runner and lifelong motorcyclist who enjoys traveling, camping, and exploring the mountains with his family.