Walla Walla County Estate Planning Lawyers

Small town lawyer doing primarily small business, wills, and probate for Cle Elum and surrounding communities. My goal is to educate my clients so their legal rights are no longer a mystery to them. Compassion in probate processes starts with understanding will provisions.

I enjoy working with clients to provide a clear road map to their success, whether in business, real estate transactions or the development of an effective estate plan. Working as an in-house lawyer for small businesses has provided me with direct and first-hand knowledge of the work and drive necessary to make a small business succeed and the challenges that small business owners experience, as well as the issues that small business owners face with regard to succession planning for the transition of ownership. I approach client representation with the same drive. I enjoy an active family life with...

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Robert R. Rowley was born in Alliance, Nebraska and graduated with honors in 1987 from the University of South Dakota. He also graduated with honors from the Gonzaga University Law School in 1994. With over twenty years of experience, Robert’s law practice consists primarily of business, real estate matters and corporate transactions. He has represented clients in a variety of legal matters including residential and commercial transactions, due diligence, acquisitions, marketing analysis, leasing proposals, landlord tenant, debtor-creditor (foreclosures, evictions, loan modifications), contract drafting and pre-litigation disputes, business formation, planning, partnership dissolutions and negotiation. Robert has...

Brian J. Bean is a Spokane & Coeur d'Alene attorney specializing in business, real estate and corporate law. His previous legal experience includes being corporate counsel for an Avista Utilities subsidiary, Ecova Inc.

He has extensive experience guiding both large and small companies through strategic business and legal decisions, corporate formalities, negotiations and disputes. He is similarly proficient in real estate law, including, but not limited to commercial/residential purchase and sales, title actions, foreclosures, easements and boundary disputes.

Brian prides himself in partnering with his clients to help them achieve their goals and objectives. This means better attorney communication, being cost conscious,...

I am an elder law and estate planning attorney in private practice as Estates and Elders Law PLLC in Liberty Lake, Washington, on the state's east side. My legal career was "inspired by Mom." As caregiver during my mother's six-year journey with Alzheimer's, I developed a passion for helping other families navigate the challenges of aging and disability. I graduated from Gonzaga University School of Law in 2014.

I help elders and their families plan for long-term care, preserve assets and apply for government needs-based benefits to pay for care. I help clients plan their estates with Wills, Trusts, Durable Powers...

Heather focuses her practice on employment law representing individuals in claims involving wrongful termination, age, gender and race discrimination, workplace harassment, and workplace retaliation. Heather is experienced in multiple aspects of litigation including settlement negotiations, mediation, and arbitration. Additionally, Heather has represented clients in both State and Federal Court and before governmental agencies such as the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission and the Washington State Employment Security Department. Heather’s experience with employment issues includes Title VII, ADA, ADEA, FMLA, FLSA, Washington Minimum Wage Act, Washington Paid Sick Leave and the Washington Law Against Discrimination. Heather also assists clients in negotiating severance...

Ms. Duncan graduated from Seattle University School of Law. She has experience in criminal law and guardianship, trust, and estate litigation. Before entering law school, Ms. Duncan taught middle school Special Education in San Antonio and in Seattle Public Schools. While in law school, she placed first in the American Bar Association Moot Court Appellate Competition, was a King County Bar Association Scholar, and received the Jeff Robinson Equity and Racial Justice Award. Ms. Duncan also worked for the Honorable Chief Justice Steve Gonzalez at the Washington State Supreme Court and prosecuted misdemeanors at Seattle City Attorney’s Office and the...

With over a decade of experience in corporate law, regulatory compliance, and expansion strategy, I am committed to providing practical, results-oriented legal solutions for small businesses and individuals. As the Managing Attorney at Heritage Legal Advisors, I focus on helping clients navigate the complexities of business formation, contracts, and estate planning to safeguard their assets and achieve their goals. Having managed multi-million-dollar commercial agreements and advised on mergers, acquisitions, and market expansions, I bring big-business expertise to small business clients. My career includes saving clients significant costs through meticulous risk management, efficient contract negotiation, and regulatory compliance strategies. In estate planning, I...

Divorce and Child Custody: These are powerful words with powerful consequences. Established on the eastside of Lake Washington since 1973, my firm provides clients with vigilant and professional representation. As an experienced family law attorney, I will provide you with sound advice and guidance to resolve your family law issues. At the outset of my representation on your behalf, we will work together to analyze your issues, possible solutions, and the chance of success of each course of action available. We will then work as partners to devise the best strategy to achieve your goals. Success in family law...

Darol Tuttle is an elder law attorney in Seattle, WA, Kirkland, WA and Tacoma, WA. Darol is an accredited attorney with the Veterans Administration, a member of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys, and the Washington State Bar Association, Elder Law Section. Education: • J.D., Seattle University, 1996 • B.A., University of Washington, 1993 • B.A., Washington State Univ., 1986 Professional Affiliations: • National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys • Elder Counsel • Washington State Association for Justice • Elder Law Section, Washington State Bar Assoc. • Pierce County Bar Association • Washington...

For 23 years I have focused on tax, estate planning and business law. If you need tax planning, IRS representation, tax compliance advice, or estate planning and probate, I have the experience you are looking for. I practice in the U.S. Tax Court and represent clients directly with IRS. I enjoy working with individuals with tax representation and estate planning. I also have extensive experience in many aspects of commercial law, as a corporate counsel, in new business startup, and as a general accounting advisor. I am a partner at GSJones Law Group, P.S. in...

I have been in practice for almost 30 years. My practice has focused primarily on helping individuals, families, and small businesses navigate through the bankruptcy process. My goal is to help people take back their lives. I also help those who need to organize their estates so that they may enjoy the fruits of their labors and direct the distribution to their heirs.

Sara LC Hulford graduated from Western Washington University in 2008 having focused on global human rights issues. It was a natural transition to begin working at the Elder Law Offices in 2011 primarily with clients in long term care planning, vulnerable adult and guardianship matters. Under the mentorship of Barry M. Meyers and David M. Neubeck, she completed the Law Clerk Program. Upon passing the Spring 2017 bar exam, she transitioned to associate attorney and continues working with clients of all ages in elder law.

After graduating from Port Angeles High School, Joseph Wolfley earned two degrees in Music. He earned his Bachelors Degree in Percussion Performance from BYU-Idaho with a minor in French, then earned a Masters in Musicology from Northwestern University. After a couple years of teaching at Southern Utah University, Mr. Wolfley was accepted to Gonzaga Law School. He earned his law degree in 2011. After passing the bar, Mr. Wolfley joined his father's law firm full time. Lane J. Wolfley has 34 years of experience as an attorney practicing in Clallam and Jefferson Counties. Young Mr. Wolfley enjoys the...

I provide legal services in Kitsap and Jefferson Counties in Western Washington. I am selective about the cases I take so I can provide my clients with full representation and also offer competitive rates within my practice area.

Attorney David Hatch is an aggressive and successful criminal defense trial lawyer with extensive experience with DUI cases as well as all serious felony and misdemeanor charges. Wills, Probate, Evictions.

Neli Espe assists clients in the area of estate and business planning and purchase & sale agreements for real estate and businesses. She focuses on comprehensive, creative, and cost-effective solutions and provides outstanding legal representation based on expertise, experience, and integrity.

Please visit my website for further information: https://www.legalstateofmind.com/

Steve is a graduate of the University of Washington School of Law, where he received High Honors, graduating in the top 5% of his class. Some history: Steve served two years for the San Juan County Prosecuting Attorney as a criminal Deputy Prosecutor. Prior to that, Steve helped provide public defense for The Tulalip Tribes. In an externship, Steve has served as a law clerk for the State of Washington Court of Appeals in Tacoma and for the honorable Judge James K. Singleton of the Federal District Court of Alaska. He also worked for a summer at Holland...

About Thomas

I have been a practicing attorney in the state of Washington since 1998. Since that time I pride myself in being a problem solver for my clients. Clients come to me with a variety of problems and legal issues. It is my job to help solve those problems and to resolve their issues. Sometimes the answer to the problem is aggressive litigation while other times simple, competent assistance with legal transactions is all that is needed. Regardless of what type of problem or legal issue you have, I am here to help you solve...

Born and raised in Clark County, Alexa was born into a family of lawyers (her father and grandfather) who valued relationships and giving back to the local community. She studied music and social work in college, graduating from the University of Washington with a B.A. in Social Welfare.

Alexa worked in the field of guardianships as a Guardian ad Litem and served as an instructor and co-organizer of the Clark County Guardianship Guardian ad Litem Training. She was licensed as both a Title 11 and Title 26 Guardian ad Litem.

Alexa became a paralegal, and while working at the Salmon Creek...

Chuck practices in both State and Federal Courts, as well as many Tribal Courts. Chuck is a semi-retired Tribal Court Judge, having acted for 16 years as a judge on specific cases for 32 different Indian Tribes located in the states of Alaska, Washington, Oregon, California, Nevada, Idaho, Montana, Wisconsin and Nebraska. Chuck has also been appointed as a Special Master Judge for the Mashantucket Pequot Tribe in Connecticut. On occasion Chuck is still appointed by Tribes to act as a trial or appellate judge.

In addition to Indian law, Chuck has an...

John Lutgens has been practicing law in Southwest Washington and the Portland metropolitan area since 1992. After graduating from Willamette University, College of Law in 1992, he joined the Portland firm of Sims & Sims. While at Sims & Sims he practiced in criminal defense, personal injury, estate planning & probate, real estate law, commercial fishing law, business transactions, and litigation. Since 1994, when John Lutgens opened his firm in Vancouver, Washington, he has practiced in multiple areas, including plaintiff’s personal injury, criminal defense, estate planning & probate, business formation and transaction, family law, bankruptcy, and real...

Randi Johnson founded Lilac City Law, which was then Law Office of Randi Johnson, back in April 2013. Having experienced the big and medium sized law firm environments, Randi was well-placed to offer world-class service to her clients.
As a Federal Disability Benefits advocate, Randi and her team focus heavily on individualized representation, communication, compassion and courtesy. We understand that applying and appealing for these programs can be triggering and challenging.
In our Young Family Estate Planning practice, we seek to empower parents. Randi is a mama of 2 young girls herself and, in doing the work to protect her...

Attorney Holland McBurns has been a lifelong resident of Spokane, Washington. Growing up on the South Hill, she spent her early years committed to academics for the purpose and ultimate goal of making a difference in her community. This determination resulted in a BA, Cum Laude, in Women’s Issues from the University of Washington in 1996, and Juris Doctorate, Cum Laude, from Gonzaga School of Law in 2000. Since 2000, Holland has had a successful practice with a background in Family law and a passion for Elder law. In 2004, Holland was awarded the VLP award for legal representation of...

In practice in Washington since 2001 and Oregon since 2002, Ms. McCaulley has years of legal experience assisting with the issues that can impact lives at all stages. While she often works with the elderly, disabled, and terminally ill, her practice is not confined to any stage of life. She has diverse legal experience in estate planning (e.g., wills, trusts, and community property agreements, etc.), guardianships, probate administration, small businesses formation (e.g., Corporations and LLCs), contract review and negotiation, establishing non-profits (help with 501(c)(3) filings), employment law issues, etc. Carol obtained her J.D. from Lewis & Clark (formerly...