Has anyone used Unemployment Law Project for ESD appeal? Need advice ASAP!

YES! Absolutely contact the Unemployment Law Project immediately! They represented me in January 2025 when ESD wrongly disqualified me for allegedly refusing suitable work. The ULP attorney was incredible - totally prepared, knew exactly what questions to ask my former employer, and helped me prepare my testimony. We won the appeal and I got all my back benefits (about $8,900). They're a legitimate non-profit and their services are free or low-cost depending on your income. They have offices in both Seattle and Spokane. Don't wait - call them tomorrow morning!

I used them 2 years ago👍 Very good

I had a similar situation last year. ESD claimed I committed fraud because I accidentally reported my hours wrong one week (I fixed it immediately when I realized). Before you get a lawyer, have you tried calling ESD directly to explain the situation? Sometimes these things can be resolved without going through the whole appeal process. I had to call like 50 times before getting through to an actual person, but when I finally did, they were super helpful. There's also a service called Claimyr (claimyr.com) that can help you get through to ESD faster - they have a demo video at https://youtu.be/7DieNd3C7zQ?si=26TzE_zGms-DODN3 that shows how it works. Might be worth a shot before your hearing.

Don't waste your time with ULP! I used them and still lost my appeal. The judge didn't care about anything they said. The whole system is rigged against workers and these non-profits can't change that. You're better off just finding a new job and moving on with your life. ESD is a JOKE.

Former ESD adjudicator here. The Unemployment Law Project is one of the best resources available for claimants facing appeals. They understand the specific legal standards for misconduct cases and how to effectively present evidence to an Administrative Law Judge. Some quick advice for your case: 1. Gather all documentation related to the unsafe working conditions you reported 2. Get statements from any witnesses to your work performance 3. Be prepared to explain why your actions didn't constitute misconduct under WAC 192-150-205 4. Review your employer's response to your claim (you should have received this) Misconduct cases hinge on whether your actions showed deliberate disregard for your employer's interests or willful violations of reasonable policies. If you were fired for performance issues without warnings, that's generally not misconduct under WA unemployment law.

i had hearing last month did it myself and won lol. just be honest thats all u need

Has anyone else noticed that ESD seems to be automatically denying more claims lately?? My sister and two friends all got disqualified for ridiculous reasons in the past few months. One of them used ULP and won her appeal, the other is still waiting. Seems like they're trying to save money by hoping people don't appeal disqualifications!! Anyway good luck with your case OP!

UPDATE: I just got off the phone with ULP and they're going to represent me! Even though my hearing is soon, they said they could help. They're sending me a questionnaire to fill out and then will prep with me before the hearing. I'm so relieved! Thank you all for your advice and encouragement (except for the doom and gloom lol). I'll update again after my hearing.