Karen M. McGaffey

Energy Law

4.0 (1 reviews)

Seattle, Washington

15+ years experience

Updated: Jan 02, 2026

Contact Information

206-359-8000

https://www.perkinscoie.com/en/professionals/karen-m-mcgaffey.html

1201 Third Avenue, Suite 4900 Seattle WA US

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Bio

Based in Washington, Karen M. McGaffey concentrates on Energy Law law. M. McGaffey's 15 years of experience includes extensive work in Energy Law law. Karen M. McGaffey takes a client-focused approach, ensuring individuals understand their legal options. Licensed to practice in Washington, M. McGaffey continues to serve the community with integrity.

Practice Areas

Energy Law

Awards & Recognition

Lawyer of the Year: Energy Law, Seattle (2014)
Recognized: Energy Law
Recognized: Environmental Law
Recognized: Litigation - Environmental
Recognized: Natural Resources Law
Practice Area: Land Use and Zoning Law
Practice Area: Mining Law
Peer Rated AV in Martindale-Hubbell
Listed in Washington Law & Politics, “Washington's Super Lawyers", 2012 - present
Ranked by Chambers USA, as “America’s Leading Environmental Lawyers," 2010 - present

Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2010

Education

Harvard University, J.D., graduated 1989
Dartmouth College, AB

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Reviews

Samuel Sanchez

2 weeks ago

Expert guidance on a complex energy project

Karen McGaffey provided exceptional counsel on the regulatory and environmental permitting for our new hydroelectric facility. Her deep knowledge of Washington's energy landscape, honed over 15 years, was invaluable. She clearly leveraged her recognized expertise to navigate complex agency hurdles efficiently. While her billing rates reflect her top-tier firm, communication response times could occasionally be quicker during non-critical phases. Overall, her client-focused approach from Perkins Coie delivered a successful outcome we were very pleased with.