Bio

Betsylew Miale-Gix

For over 30 years, Betsylew has successfully represented clients in personal injury and insurance cases. Her success is measured not just by the cases she wins but also by her genuine care for her clients, her ability to listen and connect with them, and the respect she shows to people from all backgrounds. Combining knowledge, skill, perseverance, and strong advocacy, Betsylew is committed to helping each client achieve maximum recovery and secure the highest possible financial compensation. Her early career in defense law gives her a unique perspective on insurance company tactics, enabling her to anticipate and effectively counter their strategies. From the initial consultation to the final resolution—whether through negotiation, mediation, arbitration, or trial—she offers outstanding legal representation at every stage.

Betsylew has secured million- and multimillion-dollar results in numerous cases, from a pedestrian injured by a runaway construction vehicle and a cyclist hit by a degraded utility cover to a driver accidentally shot by his passenger. She has succeeded in several Court of Appeals cases, including one that established PTSD as a physical injury for UM coverage in Washington State: Lien Trinh v. Allstate Insurance Company.

Betsylew is active in various organizations, such as the Million Dollar Advocates Forum, and has served on the Board of the Washington State Association for Justice since 2006. She is also a member of the American Association for Justice and QLaw – The LGBTQ+ Bar Association of Washington.

Beyond her legal work, Betsylew is dedicated to giving back to the community through involvement with non-profits and charitable organizations. Outside of work, she is an elite-level national and international boomerang competitor, an avid rock hounder, gardener, and a passionate fan of the Mariners, Huskies, Storm, and live music.