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Tim B.

Tim Billick

1 review
Before law school, my life was equal parts music, carpentry, and all things geeky. I've helped build dozens of homes, assemble guitar pedals, customize computers, ran a mus...
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Tyler W.

Tyler Wilson

Tyler Wilson is the managing attorney at Wilson Law Group. He brings five years of experience in securities and corporate finance and has advised companies on the legal aspects of start-up operations, including on initial filing regulations and matters related to raising capital. Tyler received his J.D. from the University of Notre Dame Law School and holds a B.A. from Notre Dame.
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Robert Z.

Robert Zoffel

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May X.

May Xu

As an Attorney and CPA in Washington State, I have more than 15 years of extensive experience in auditing, compliance, and business consultation. My professional backgrou...
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Robert E.

Robert Ellis

21 reviews
Robert has been an attorney for over 27 years and as a general counsel, he managed much of the activity of a successful Seattle-based wind energy company. He currently provides legal and consulting services to small and medium-sized businesses, particularly for green energy companies. During his career, Robert has spent time at sea as a ship’s officer.
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Carl M.

Carl Marquardt

11 reviews
Carl Marquardt is a commercial litigator with twenty years of experience. His practice focuses on real estate and business law. Formerly a shareholder with the firm Stokes Lawrence, Carl represented corporate defendants in class action lawsuits. From 2010-2013 he was legal counsel to Seattle Mayor Michael McGinn. Carl participates in the King County Neighborhood Legal Clinic Program.
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Michael W.

Michael Witt

10 reviews
Michael Witt is a privacy and information security attorney. He has over seven years of experience and is licensed to practice law in Washington. Michael received his legal degree from the Western Michigan University. He has represented numerous corporate clients, including Circor, Pomona College and Comerica Bank. Michael is exceptionally skilled in dealing with cases that involve labor and employment law, as well as mergers and acquisitions.
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Peter P.

Peter Parsons

8 reviews
Peter Parsons has more than 43 years’ experience and have a strong background in corporate law, securities, mergers and other business-related legal matters. Peter is licensed to practice law in Washington and received his law degree from the Duke University School of Law. Since 1988 to 2011, Peter was a partner at Davis Wright Tremaine. He then moved on to be the chief operating officer at Skycast Solutions and later became the chair of the World Financial Symposium.
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John D.

John Dorsey

6 reviews
Practical and responsive corporate and commercial transactions lawyer with over 14 years of experience. Prior to starting my own law firm in 2015, I was a Partner at Strasburger & Price LLP in Austin, Texas, where I practiced law for 11 years and served as Co-Chair of the firm’s International Practice Group. I was named as a Texas Super Lawyers’ “Rising Star” by Thomson Reuters in 2012, 2013, and 2014. I am a licensed attorney in Washington and Texas, and I am fluent in Spanish.
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Jay R.

Jay Rodne

4 reviews
Jay Rodne is a business lawyer with over two decades of experience. He is licensed to practice law in Washington and has been serving as an elected state representative in the state since 2004. Jay received his Juris Doctor degree in law from the Gonzaga University School of Law. He is exceptionally skilled in dealing with commercial contracts, as well as mergers and acquisitions. Between 2007 and 2017, Jay has been serving as a general counselor at King County Public Hospital District No 4.
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This is the most recent 20 reviews out of 425 reviews for attorneys in Washington

Alexander Nahai
5.0
Clear Communication
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Knowledgeable
Meets Deadlines

Assist with Other Patent Matter

Alexander Nahai

"Easy to work with and quickly helped us complete our project!"

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Seattle, WA,

Alisha Bond
4.5
Clear Communication
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Meets Deadlines

Commercial Lease Services

Alisha Bond

"Alisha was very professional and thorough with our project."

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Renton, WA,

Rhea De Aenlle
5.0
Clear Communication
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Draft Licensing Agreement

Rhea De Aenlle

"She is so intelligent"

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Seattle, WA,

Scott Cipinko
5.0
Clear Communication
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Knowledgeable
Meets Deadlines

Take on the full legal council of my case

Scott Cipinko

"They are on the ball and getting things going for me. Thank you."

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Walla Walla, WA,

Daniel E. Goodrich
5.0
Clear Communication
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Knowledgeable
Meets Deadlines

Consult on Business Licenses & Industry Regulations

Daniel E. Goodrich

"Fantastic help - quick, clear, and made it easy for me to understand."

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Tacoma, WA,

Lauri Donahue
5.0
Clear Communication
Response Time
Knowledgeable
Meets Deadlines

Review Contractor Agreement

Lauri Donahue

"Lauri was very professional and helpful - she was clear in her suggestions and edits for contractor agreements she was revising."

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Seattle, WA,

Brandon Pittard
5.0
Clear Communication
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Knowledgeable
Meets Deadlines

Assist with Other Commercial Contract Matter

Brandon Pittard

"Great experience!"

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Tacoma, WA,

David Yamaguchi
5.0
Clear Communication
Response Time
Knowledgeable
Meets Deadlines

Review Business Consulting Agreement

David Yamaguchi

"David's help was critical to addressing the legal concerns from my client and me in our contract agreement draft and thus its finalization and full execution. I would be very happy to work with David again."

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Seattle, WA,

Ryan A. Woods
5.0
Clear Communication
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Knowledgeable
Meets Deadlines

Assist with Other Commercial Contract Matter

Ryan A. Woods

"Excellent work with short notice and time crunch factor!"

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Mercer Island, WA,

Daniel Weberman
5.0
Clear Communication
Response Time
Knowledgeable
Meets Deadlines

Review Stock Purchase Agreement

Daniel Weberman

"Daniel was great to work with. Prompt, concise and clear communication."

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Redmond, WA,

Grant Maynard
5.0
Clear Communication
Response Time
Knowledgeable
Meets Deadlines

Restructure Corporation

Grant Maynard

"We've really enjoyed working with Grant and his team. Their feedback is solid, responses pretty quick and we feel supported the way that we want to."

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Washougal, WA,

Ali Shalchi
5.0
Clear Communication
Response Time
Knowledgeable
Meets Deadlines

Trademark Infringement Consultation

Ali Shalchi

"Thorough and to the point. Thanks!"

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Vancouver, WA,

Wayne Nguyen
5.0
Clear Communication
Response Time
Knowledgeable
Meets Deadlines

Assist with Other Immigration Matter

Wayne Nguyen

"It was great working with Wayne. He was able to work through all our questions systematically and helped us reach a good solution."

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Sammamish, WA,

Scott Stram
5.0
Clear Communication
Response Time
Knowledgeable
Meets Deadlines

Review Marketing Agreement

Scott Stram

"very responsive, great advice"

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Seattle, WA,

Christopher Usrey
5.0
Clear Communication
Response Time
Knowledgeable
Meets Deadlines

Consult on Employment Agreement

Christopher Usrey

"Chris was knowledgeable and very responsive to all my questions and emails. Would highly recommend to anyone who needs legal help and insight regarding employment."

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Bellevue, WA,

Michael Wieser
5.0
Clear Communication
Response Time
Knowledgeable
Meets Deadlines

Business Formation Consultation

Michael Wieser

"Michael has depth of knowledge and pairs it with a warm, approachable demeanor. Throughout our collaboration, he demonstrated patience, graciously accommodating my numerous questions and revisions, as my business policies underwent refinement. I endorse Michael for his expertise and commendable professionalism."

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Seattle, WA,

Jon Bourne
5.0
Clear Communication
Response Time
Knowledgeable
Meets Deadlines

Review Licensing Agreement

Jon Bourne

"The Bourne Firm is amazing! Extremely knowledgeable, fast, and a pleasure to work with. I feel so much safer now that I have Jon on my team!"

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Renton, WA,

Ross Brandborg
5.0
Clear Communication
Response Time
Knowledgeable
Meets Deadlines

Trademark Search Services

Ross Brandborg

"Ross is a very knowledgeable, trustworthy lawyer in this space. I've even set up a few calls even before hiring him officially, and he generously took time talking about my brand name. Will work with him again."

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Seattle, WA,

Matthew Wendlandt
5.0
Clear Communication
Response Time
Knowledgeable
Meets Deadlines

Non-Disclosure Agreement (Commercial) Services

Matthew Wendlandt

"Matthew's services were exceptional. He was highly responsive, knowledgeable, and efficient in handling my NDA request. His turnaround was impressively quick. I strongly recommend him for reliable legal counsel. Looking forward to our next collaboration."

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Bellevue, WA,

Stacy Dees
5.0
Clear Communication
Response Time
Knowledgeable
Meets Deadlines

Corporate Name Change and Stock Purchase

Stacy Dees

"Stacy is consistently delivering on time and on budget with high-quality results for our startup. Highly recommended."

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Redmond, WA,


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