P. Arley Harrel

Expert guidance through a complex commercial property dispute

I engaged Arley Harrel at Williams Kastner to represent my small business in a contentious dispute over a commercial lease. From our initial consultation, it was clear that his deep knowledge of both commercial litigation and real estate law, honed over his 13-year career, would be invaluable. He expertly navigated the complexities of Washington state property law, and his recognition in these specific practice areas is well-deserved. Arley's strategy was meticulous; he anticipated the other party's arguments and prepared counterpoints that were both legally sound and pragmatically aimed at protecting my business's interests. His ability to distill complex legal jargon into clear, actionable advice was a tremendous relief during a stressful time. We ultimately reached a favorable settlement that allowed me to retain the property under revised terms. If I had one note, it would be that communication response times could occasionally be a day or two slower than ideal during non-critical phases, though he was always immediately responsive when urgency demanded. Overall, Arley's seasoned expertise from the University of Washington and his focused practice made a significant difference. I would confidently recommend him to anyone in the Seattle area facing similar commercial or real estate legal challenges.