Committee counsel summarizes two lawsuits that could affect pension costs

Apr 21, 2026

Committee counsel told members that cross-motions in Fowler et al. v. Leathers are set for May 1 and that the court in Dolan v. King County ruled against the state's position on attorney-fee recovery; the latter ruling did not require the state to pay fees, counsel said.

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Kate Adams, introduced herself to the committee as a new staff member who will be taking over pension legal updates and said she will furnish a written summary at the May meeting.

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