GF Northwest Law, PLLC

Legal expertise for local communities.

GF Northwest is a law firm serving Skagit and Snohomish Counties and surrounding areas. We provide clients with comprehensive legal representation, focusing on civil litigation, environmental, and land use law. 

GF Northwest Law, PLLC
Civil Litigation, Environmental Law, Land Use Law, Skagit, Snohomish County

Practice Areas

Civil Litigation

GF Northwest is dedicated to achieving the best possible results for our clients, offering services from limited scope representation to full representation. Our team excels in skilled negotiation, strategic mediation, and when necessary, vigorous courtroom advocacy. 

Environmental Law

GF Northwest offers comprehensive legal services in compliance, litigation, and advisory roles to help clients navigate the intricate landscape of environmental regulations and ensure sustainable business operations.

Land Use Law

GF Northwest provides expert guidance on zoning, planning, and environmental regulations, helping clients navigate complex legal landscapes to achieve their property and development goals.

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About GF Northwest Law, PLLC

At GF Northwest Law, we provide exceptional legal services in land use, environmental, and civil litigation, in Skagit and Snohomish Counties and surrounding areas. We support these communities and seek to preserve the unique character and natural landscape of the region. 

Civil Litigation, Environmental Law, Land Use Law Legal Team

Meet the team

Women-owned and locally-operated law firm.

Carolyn Gilbert

Founding Partner
Carolyn assists clients with civil litigation and mediation matters, state and federal environmental regulatory compliance, and land use matters. Prior to co-founding GF Northwest Law, Carolyn spent 8 years with the Seattle office of Perkins Coie. She received her J.D. from the University of California, Berkeley School of Law, and her B.A. from the University of Washington. Born and raised in Skagit Valley, Carolyn recently returned to the area with her family, bringing her extensive legal expertise back to her roots.

Michelle Furrer

Founding Partner
Michelle assists clients with civil litigation, enviornmental and land use matters. Prior to launching GF Northwest with Carolyn, Michelle clerked for Judge Edirin Okoloko at the Snohomish County Superior Court and externed for Judge Anne McKeig at the Minnesota Supreme Court. When she is not working, Michelle enjoys being in the outdoors and on the family farm.

Judy Williamson

Paralegal
Judy enjoys supporting Carolyn and Michelle in her role as a paralegal. Judy brings over 20 years of experience working in a variety of Seattle law firms where she developed a deep understanding of litigation and a broad range of legal matters. She now lives in Mount Vernon. Having grown up in a small farming community, she embraces the slower yet vibrant way of life she has found in the Skagit Valley. Most importantly, she values the nearness to her two granddaughters. She received her B.A. from the University of Washington in art with an emphasis on painting. She did her paralegal studies at Edmonds and Highline Community Colleges and has a Certificate in Screenwriting from TheFilmSchool. She is a published author with two books currently available on Amazon. She continues to refine her writing as an active member of the Bellingham Script Studio.

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