Associate

Benjamin Goodwin

Benjamin Goodwin joined Thompson, Guildner & Associates, Inc., P.S. as an Associate in June 2024. Prior to attending Seattle University School of Law, Benjamin served two terms on the Lynnwood City Council, including three years as Council Vice President, and three years as Council President. During his tenure with Lynnwood City Council, he served as vice chair on the Lynnwood Homelessness Task Force, as well as Council liaison to the DEI Board, and as liaison to the Parks and Recreation Board. He also served on the South County Fire Board of Commissioners as Vice Chair, and the Snohomish County Health District. After the conclusion of his tenure on the Lynnwood City Council, Benjamin served on the Lynnwood Ethics Board. Prior to practicing law, Benjamin worked as an organizational change management practitioner and trainer. During his time at the Seattle University School of Law, Benjamin participated in the Community and Business Development Clinic, where he advised small businesses on the development of a business plan, marketing, and SWOT (strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats) analysis. He was admitted to practice in Washington State in 2020.

Benjamin was awarded the Certificate of Municipal Leadership from the Association of Washington Cities in 2019. In 2025, Benjamin was elected to the Historic Downtown Snohomish Association (HDSA) Board of Directors. HDSA is the officially recognized organization dedicated to the revitalization of Downtown Snohomish, and is part of Washington States’ Main Street program.