Boswell, H. James. American Blue Book Western Washington, Seattle, Lowman and Hanford Co., 1922. p. 162. SHORETT, JOHN B.: A SEATTLE attorney whose qualifications are well known is John B. Shorett, senior member of the firm of Shorett, McLaren & Shorett. Mr. Shorett is a native of Illinois, and was born in 1871. He received his early educational training in the public schools, following which he attended the University of Iowa, and the University of Washington, from which he graduated in 1902 with the LL. B. degree. He located in Seattle in 1901 and the present firm of Shorett, McLaren & Shorett was formed in 1909. Mr. Shorett has appeared frequently in the courts, and the records indicate the splendid success with which he has met. He belongs to that school of lawyers who prefer keeping clients out of court, providing that adjustments can be had otherwise. However, once a matter enters trial he has always well fortified himself in every respect for the protection of the clients interests. He is a very resourceful man, and is exceptionally well versed in the law. In presenting a case before the courts he is usually brief always to the point and carries a vast array of detail matter at his finger tips upon which he frequently draws by way of reinforcement of his contentions. His arguments are forceful and convincing and his points of law are well taken. The policy he pursues in conduct of a trial has gained for him respect of the members of the bar and the judiciary. In 1901 Mr. Shorett married Miss Georgia Loveless, and the couple have four children, two boys and two girls. Submitted by: Judy Bivens * * * * Notice: These biographies were transcribed for the Washington Biographies Project. Unless otherwise stated, no further information is available on the individual featured in the biographies.