Professional Overview

Sean Moore helps businesses and organizations navigate complex disputes and litigation challenges. He works with clients to develop practical, strategic solutions that advance their objectives, drawing on experience gained through federal judicial service and a strong background in legal research, writing, and advocacy.  

Before joining Hillis Clark, Sean served as a law clerk to United States District Court Judge Jennifer A. Dorsey in the District of Nevada, where he assisted with a broad range of federal litigation matters. Prior to his clerkship, he externed with the Oregon Supreme Court, the United States District Court for the Western District of Washington, and the U.S. Attorney's Office. He also served as a summer associate with Gordon Thomas Honeywell.  

Sean earned his J.D., with honors, from the University of Washington School of Law, where he was a Dean's Medalist. During law school, he served as Chief Managing Editor of the Washington International Law Journal and Vice President of Resources for the Moot Court Honor Board. He also competed in the Thomas Tang Moot Court Competition, where his team advanced to the national competition and received the award for Best Brief. 

Education

J.D., University of Washington School of Law, with Honors

  • Dean's Medalist
  • Chief Managing Editor, Washington International Law Journal
  • Vice President of Resources, Moot Court Honor Board
  • Thomas Tang Moot Court Competition, Best Brief Award and National Competition Qualifier

B.A., University of Washington, Political Economy

  • Minors in International Relations and Law, Societies, and Justice

Prior Experience

  • Law Clerk, United States District Court for the District of Nevada
  • Extern, Oregon Supreme Court
  • Extern, United States District Court for the Western District of Washington
  • Extern, United States Attorney's Office

Personal

Outside of work, Sean enjoys pickleball, paddleboarding, painting, and spending time with friends, family, and his very opinionated cat, Sox.