News and Tips
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by Bill Pickett Welcome to LGP’s first blog of the new year! Having worked as a trial attorney here in Yakima, Washington for the past 27 years, I’ve seen some pretty unfortunate things over the years. Today, in an effort to help you avoid those things and promote mindfulness about best safety practices, I will…
by Bill Pickett Today, we’re going to share a few words of advice regarding holiday safety as the Yakima Valley community prepares to celebrate Thanksgiving and Christmas. During these special times, everyone wants to focus on spending an enjoyable season with loved ones, and no one wants their cheer spoiled by accidents or injuries. But…
One of the most common questions we get as lawyers is this: “Should I go to law school?” It’s a big question with many different aspects to consider. Whether you’re an aspiring lawyer, a current law student, or even a law school graduate, you’ll find valuable insights in this post. We’ll cover the pros, cons,…
Insurance is something most of us don’t think about until we need it, but understanding the ins and outs of it is crucial for everyone. From protecting others to securing your own future, insurance plays a pivotal role in our lives – and what’s crazy is that people will claim it’s just some kind of…
Welcome to our podcast! I’m Bill Pickett, one of the partners at LGP Law. Today, we’re reflecting on how the COVID-19 pandemic tested the resilience of many professions, and none more so than the legal sector. We’ll explore how lawyers handled the pandemic, what their strengths were, their shortcomings, and the lessons we learned for…
by Bill Pickett Joining me today on Homegrown in the Heart is my son Grant Pickett, following after his siblings Jack and Maddie. We discuss his own unique history of overcoming challenges to pursue his goals. In this episode, we will cover Grant’s journey so far: Yakima Valley Bred Grant was the first of the…
Joining us today to talk about Yakima is another extraordinary homegrown local: Shawn Niles, the owner & founder of Fat Pastor Productions!
Welcome to Homegrown in the Heart, where we shine a spotlight on individuals deeply rooted in the heart of Washington. Our area is nestled between Canada, Oregon, and the Columbia River, and it’s home to many vibrant individuals. Today, I’m excited to introduce Ryan Griffee, one of LGP Law’s partners. While he’s not originally from…
Previously, on “Homegrown in the Heart,” we spoke with my daughter, Maddie. Today, we’re featuring my son, Jack Pickett. We’ll be talking about his fascinating journey from Yakima, to law school, and Capitol Hill’s arena of political activism. Jack’s story is a great example of the power of ambition and an observation of the core…
Welcome to our latest post from Homegrown in the Heart! Today, I’m talking with Paul Larson, one of our three main partners here at LGP Law. Paul will be offering us some valuable insight into his personal and professional development as a lawyer in the Yakima Valley – a community that cultivates not just world…