About Us
We are committed to not only thoroughly presenting the best case for our clients but also making sure their needs are met during their journey through the legal process.
Zach Myers
Managing Partner
Zach graduated with a B.A. in Political Science from the University of Texas at Dallas before continuing to attain his Juris Doctor at Gonzaga University School of Law in Spokane, Washington. The summer after his first year of Law School, Zach worked for the District Attorney’s Office in Dallas, Texas. After which, Zach continued on to work for a personal injury law firm in Spokane. Eventually he found his home in criminal defense the summer after his second year of law school where he was able to be a rule 9 summer associate for a criminal defense firm in Tacoma, Washington where he gained extensive courtroom experience.
Zach has always had a passion for cars and the community and now wants to combine those passions with his legal practice. After law school Zach partnered with Michael Ghebrial and founded Northwest Law to bring a personalized approach to the legal field. Zach saw an opportunity to connect with people and bridge the gap between the court process and the persons involved in the system. Zach sees every case as an opportunity for him to advocate for his clients and keep them informed throughout the process.
Zach’s ultimate goal with every case is to have the client feel like they were in charge and informed through every step of the case. Zach has dedicated himself to have a spirit of excellence imbedded into the DNA of Northwest Law and will continue to fight for his clients to the greatest extent possible.
Michael Ghebrial
Partner
Born in Los Angeles, California, Michael earned his Bachelor of Arts in English from Loyola Marymount University, and earned his Juris Doctor from Gonzaga University School Of Law. Prior to attending law school, Michael worked at a Personal Injury firm where he was responsible for discovery review and was a point of contact for clients. During his 1L summer. Michael interned with the California Department of Transportation Legal Division where he helped prepare defense litigation ranging from employment disputes to personal injury claims. Starting the summer of 2L and ending upon graduating law school, Michael externed at the Spokane County Superior Court where he aided the Court in researching Case Law and drafting memorandums to aid Justices in formulating their rulings. Upon graduating from Gonzaga Law, Michael partnered with longtime friend Zach Myers and they founded Northwest Law.
Michael is committed to not only thoroughly presenting the best case for his clients, but also making sure their needs are met during their journey through the legal process. Michael’s chief goal in becoming an attorney was to aid clients in regaining their lives back. With that in mind, he strives to meet all his clients needs and address any concerns they may have.
Kara D. Hill, Esq.
Of Counsel
Kara graduated with a B.A. in Journalism from Eastern Washington University in Washington State before continuing to attain her J.D. at Willamette University College of Law in Salem, Oregon. While in Law School, Kara worked for the Public Defenders Association and was an active member of the Oregon Criminal Defense Lawyers Association. Kara was an active member in Moot Court, Young Lawyers Society, Women’s Law Caucus, and various other organizations while studying to complete her law degree. Upon graduation, Kara relocated to the greater Philadelphia area and began her career working for a Philadelphia Defense firm where she focused her practice in the areas of premises liability and asbestos litigation.
In 2018, Kara transitioned her practice into the realm of mass tort, class action, and complex litigation where she represented hundreds of women who were injured by the ParaGard IUD. Kara went up against some of the biggest and most powerful pharmaceutical companies in the country to ensure that her clients were treated fairly and to hold the pharmaceutical companies accountable for their products.
Kara is not afraid to take on big business to ensure that her clients are adequately represented and compensated for their losses.
In her spare time, Kara enjoys reading, traveling, and volunteering in her community. In early 2020, she founded a non-profit called 3 Iron Rations, Inc., which utilizes culinary therapy to curb isolation within the veteran community and fight to end veteran suicide. Kara is also a member of the Philadelphia Bar Association’s Young Lawyers Division, the Delaware County Bar Association, the Montgomery County Bar Association, the American Association of Justice, the American Bar Association and is currently the Young Lawyer Liaison for the Women in the Profession Committee of the Montgomery County Bar Association.
Education
- BA, Journalism: Eastern Washington University – 2014
- JD: Willamette University College of Law – 2017
Admissions
- Admitted to Pennsylvania Bar – 2017
- United States District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania – 2018
- Admitted to Washington District of Columbia – 2020
- Admitted to Washington State – 2021
Memberships
- American Association for Justice
- Pennsylvania Association for Justice
- Philadelphia Trial Lawyers Association
- Philadelphia Bar Association
- Delaware County Bar Association
- American Bar Association
- Montgomery County Bar Association
Publications
- Thriving on Silence — Predators in the Workplace, Pennsylvania Bar
- Association, YLD — Summer Edition 2020;
Speaking Engagements
- Villanova University, Pre-Law Discussion, February 2020
- Sexual Harassment in the Workplace: A 2 credit CLE, March 2021
- Drexel University Thomas R. Klein School of Law & Temple University
- Beasley School of Law: Women in the Law, Discussion on Sexual Harassment in the Workplace, April 2021
Our Goal
Northwest Law was created with one goal: to advocate for you with integrity, sophistication, and diligence. More than our advocacy, our fundamental purpose is to provide you with a direct and personalized legal representation. At the end of the day, you are what matters. We are here to guide you and counsel you throughout one of the most difficult times you may face. With every case, matter, and client we humanize the experience so you know you are working with a person and not just another lawyer. We want to get to know you and know your story so we can fully and vehemently advocate for you. Our job is to get you the best result possible and to keep you informed every step of the way.
