Fatima Al-Rikabi

Professional Biography

Fatima Al-Rikabi is a trilingual litigator who represents clients in complex litigation matters involving claims of negligence, breach of contract, product liability, wrongful death, and catastrophic injury. Her practice focuses on the defense of health care professionals, health care facilities, and government entities in all aspects of civil litigation.

During law school, Fatima was recognized as a Justice Mary Yu Scholar and served as a staff editor for the Seattle Journal for Social Justice. She served as a judicial extern to the Honorable Steven C. González, Chief Justice of the Washington State Supreme Court, where she gained valuable insight into appellate practice and judicial decision-making, as well as the Honorable David C. Estudillo, Chief Judge of the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Washington. In addition, Fatima worked with the Northwest Immigrant Rights Project in its Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) Unit, supporting immigrant survivors of abuse. A committed community advocate, Fatima has volunteered as a crisis counselor with The Trevor Project and has contributed to numerous leadership and volunteer service initiatives.

Education

  • Seattle University School of Law (J.D., 2025)
    • Staff Editor, Seattle Journal for Social Justice
    • Justice Mary Yu Scholar
    • Access to Justice Institute Award for 500+ Pro Bono Hours
  • University of Washington (B.A. History and Sociology, 2022)

Bar Admissions

  • Washington

Professional Affiliations

Washington State Bar Association, Young Lawyers Committee


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