Seattle Mesothelioma Lawyer
From our office in downtown Seattle, Oslund Udo Little, PLLC—formerly known as Bergman Oslund Udo Little— has been advocating for those affected by asbestos exposure in the Seattle metropolitan area since 1995. We’re known for our zealous advocacy and a proven track record of multimillion-dollar verdicts and settlements, as we hold corporations accountable for putting profits over people. Whether through settlement negotiations or litigation, we ensure each client receives the justice and compensation they deserve.
Chandler H. Udo, Partner, Oslund Udo Little Last Updated: January 2, 2026
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Mesothelioma is a tragic and devastating disease that is more common in Seattle due to the region’s industrial history, particularly its shipbuilding and manufacturing sectors. For decades, workers were exposed to asbestos while building, repairing, and maintaining ships at sites like the Puget Sound Naval Shipyard, Lockheed Shipyard and the Todd Pacific Shipyards. These workers, as well as those in construction, insulation, and even some older public buildings, were often unaware of the dangers they faced. If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with mesothelioma, it’s important to understand your rights and explore all options for compensation, so you can focus on your health and well-being during this difficult time.
Vanessa Firnhaber Oslund – Partner, Oslund Udo Little
“Mesothelioma is a tragic and devastating disease that is more common in Seattle due to the region’s industrial history, particularly its shipbuilding and manufacturing sectors. For decades, workers were exposed to asbestos while building, repairing, and maintaining ships at sites like the Puget Sound Naval Shipyard, Lockheed Shipyard and the Todd Pacific Shipyards. These workers, as well as those in construction, insulation, and even some older public buildings, were often unaware of the dangers they faced. If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with mesothelioma, it’s important to understand your rights and explore all options for compensation, so you can focus on your health and well-being during this difficult time.”
Vanessa Firnhaber Oslund – Partner, Oslund Udo Little
Seattle's Premier Mesothelioma Law Firm
We meticulously research each case, using this valuable information to build strong, evidence-backed claims. Our deep understanding of asbestos exposure in Washington allows us to provide targeted, effective legal representation, ensuring that those impacted by asbestos exposure receive the justice and compensation they deserve.
We specialize in handling a variety of asbestos exposure related claims, such as:
Millions Recovered for Seattle Mesothelioma Victims
We have a proven track record of the highest settlements and largest verdicts in mesothelioma settlements and verdicts for our clients in Seattle and across the state of Washington.
Here are just a few settlements and verdicts that illustrate our track record of success. Altogether, our mesothelioma attorneys have negotiated more than $1 billion in settlements and verdicts for clients in Seattle and across the Pacific Northwest.
Verdict for an 85 year mesothelioma victim and his wife based on raw chrysotile exposures at a paper mill.
Our client worked as a laborer for Zidell Dismantling in the nearby Port Industrial Yard of Tacoma where he was exposed to asbestos containing insulation removed during the dismantling of former Navy ships.
He was exposed to asbestos as an electrician in the United States Navy and at Puget Sound Naval Shipyard in nearby Bremerton, Washington
She was exposed to asbestos products from her father who worked in telephone line maintenance at Pacific Northwest Bell, now known as CenturyLink.
Our client worked at Atlas Foundry in nearby Tacoma, Washington where he was exposed to asbestos containing insulation materials used in metal molds and to talc products.
He worked as a painter’s helper onboard the USS Ranger at Puget Sound Naval Shipyard from 1975 to 1976.
He was exposed to asbestos when working onboard ships at Hunter’s Point Naval Shipyard in San Francisco, California and at Puget Sound Naval Shipyard in nearby Bremerton, Washington.
He was exposed to asbestos from his father who worked as a pipefitter at Todd and Lockheed Shipyards and carried asbestos home on his clothing and person.
He was exposed to asbestos while working as an electrician for St. Regis Paper Mill in nearby Tacoma and at the Lockheed shipyard in Seattle.
He was exposed to asbestos insulation while working at shipyards in Seattle in the 1960s and 70s. (King County, WA, 2019)
He worked as an electrician onboard numerous ships while working at Todd Shipyard in Seattle.
He was exposed to asbestos at various jobsites in Western Washington, including University of Washington Health Sciences and Medical Center, Hiawatha Community Center, King County District Court, and Pacific Northwest Bell.
He was exposed to asbestos products used or disturbed while the ferries were being maintained or repaired in shipyards, including Todd and Lockheed Shipyards in Seattle.
Our Award-Winning Seattle Mesothelioma Attorneys
Our attorneys have strong local roots and stand for justice and relief for those harmed by others. Our comprehensive approach to our mission encompasses education, service, advocacy and litigation. Serving clients who live and work in Seattle and its surrounding communities. We are active in courts throughout the state of Washington, and as a result, we have recovered many millions of dollars for our clients over the years. Our attorneys have also been recognized by SuperLawyers and The National Trial Lawyers for their outstanding legal skills and commitment to advocating for mesothelioma victims. Partner, Vanessa Firnhaber Oslund, was recently awarded Trial Lawyer of the Year by the Washington State Association of Justice (WSAJ), the plaintiff’s trial lawyer association in Washington.
Learn more about our talented team of award-winning attorneys below.
PARTNER
Vanessa Firnhaber Oslund has over a decade of experience and has recovered significant compensation for hundreds of mesothelioma victims and grieving families. She takes a special interest in helping clients with secondary asbestos exposure claims.
MANAGING PARTNER
Chandler H. Udo is a mesothelioma trial lawyer with 14 years of experience representing asbestos exposure victims and their families in state and federal courts. He has been recognized as a Washington Super Lawyer since 2014.
PARTNER
Brendan Little is a Washington native and an award-winning Washington mesothelioma lawyer with valuable experience fighting some of the world’s largest corporations. Before joining our law firm, he represented clients exposed to asbestos in talcum powder.
PARTNER
Erica Bergmann is an accomplished Washington mesothelioma lawyer and a member of the Washington State Association for Justice. She has played key roles in winning multimillion-dollar settlements and verdicts for our clients.
SENIOR ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY
Ruby Aliment is a Washington mesothelioma lawyer who has been standing up to large corporations and insurance companies since 2016. She has achieved several multimillion verdicts and settlements on behalf of our clients.
ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY
Myles Crandall is a former teacher and public defender who draws upon his speaking skills and trial experience to provide our mesothelioma clients with outstanding representation and guidance.
ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY
Rachel’s decision to become an attorney was born out of a desire to use the law as a tool in the fight against social injustice, systemic inequality, and institutionalized discrimination. She is eager to advocate for justice on behalf of her clients, and to…
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