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Will is an in-house attorney with Univar, the largest worldwide chemical distribution company, and his practice includes working with/advising leaders in various business units regarding strategic business transactions and commercial agreements.  In addition, Will negotiates and resolves disputes and claims regarding torts, commercial transactions, insurance claims (including historical and excess insurance policies), real estate and environmental issues, and oversees outside counsel when matters involve litigation.  Will is also a committed community volunteer, working with the Greenwood Neighborhood Legal Clinic, Ducks Unlimited, and other nonprofits. A summa cum laude (highest honors) graduate of Seattle University School of Law, Will has authored two law review articles, and Washington Law and Politics magazine has named Will a five-time "Rising Star."

Ruric G. Ellings focuses his practice on Business Law, with an emphasis in mergers and acquisitions, finance and securities, real estate transactions, and other general business issues.. Ruric’s interest in business law stems from his desire to help others. Regardless of the size of the business or the transaction, Ruric handles every client matter with equal attention. From simple contracts and agreements, to highly complex business issues and conflicts, he works in partnership with clients to develop straightforward business solutions with their best interest in mind.. Prior to joining the firm, Ruric attended law school in Washington, D.C., where he also served internships with the Federal Communications Commission in its Office of Legislative Affairs and Public Safety and Homeland Security Bureau.. Background & PersonalDuring his time away from the office, Ruric enjoys alpine skiing, hiking, and spending his free time exploring the great Pacific Northwest with his wife, Christina.

My  practice includes real estate law and  business entity selection, formation and maintenance.  I also assist clients with guardianships and estate planning matters such as probate, wills and trusts, and estate and gift tax planning.. Outside of my practice I enjoy hiking, attempting to snowboard, and spending time with my family, friends and two pets.

My practice focuses on real estate, construction and finance matters. I routinely represent property owners, construction companies, developers, title insurance companies and lenders in disputes, transactions and general business matters.. My clients range from small and mid-sized businesses to publicly traded companies. I strive to develop long-term relationships with clients, centered on understanding their business and needs.. Much of my practice involves helping clients in disputes and litigation. I work closely with clients to develop an efficient and economical approach to resolving their dispute. Over the past 15 years, I have represented clients at all stages of litigation across the State of Washington, including trials, appeals, bankruptcies, mediations and arbitrations.

My practice emphasizes estate planning (Wills, Trusts, Tax planning, Powers of Attorney and Health Care Directives); probate; real estate and business. The most enjoyable parts of the practice of law for me are the opportunties to get to know the many interesting people I meet, work with them to solve their legal situations and problems and help them plan their personal and business legal matters.
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My firm's mission is "Defining Success Together.". As a forty-year business transactions lawyer, my entire goal is to help my clients achieve successful results in the following areas:. --acquisitions and sales of businesses. --negotiating commercial transactions. --raising equity capital through compliance with state and federal securities laws. --resolving internal corporate disputes without litigation

Mr. Jesse Valdez attended the Central Washington University for his undergraduate studies, Seattle University School of Law for his J.D., and University of Washington School of Law for his LL.M. in Taxation.. Jesse is a partner in the firm of Valdez Lehman PLLC.  The firm cover various matters including:  Estate Planning, Business Law and  Bankruptcy,  Intellectual Property, Taxation and Commercial Litigation.. Before joining Valdez Lehman, Jesse worked for Shulkin & Hutton in downtown Seattle, focusing on bankruptcy and business law.  Prior to that, he externed for the Honorable Judge Karen A. Overstreet, Chief Bankruptcy Judge for the Western District of  Washington.  Jesse’s current areas of practice focuses on Bankruptcy (Chapter(s) 7, 11, 13), Estate Planning/Probate, Corporations/Business Law, Taxation, Creditor/Debtor and Commercial Litigation where he assists businesses and individuals in formulating strategies and solutions for their everyday needs.. Jesse’s professional acknowledgments include the 2009 Latina/o Bar Association of Washington Member of the Year Award and the 2010 Seattle University School of Law La Justicia Award.  He has also appeared as a lecturer on Estate Planning for the King County Bar Association Continuing Legal Education program, and is the current Regional President for the HNBA, Region 16.. He is admitted to practice in the following jurisdictions:  State of Washington, U.S. Federal Bankruptcy Court - Western and Eastern District of Washington, U.S. District Court - Western District of Washington, U.S. District Court - Eastern District of Washington, and U.S. Tax Court.

Mike is a northwest native and business advisor and attorney with Equinox Business Law Group who helps businesses by using his 15 years of experience operating local businesses and consulting to help clients grow and make smart decisions.. Mike has been general counsel and well as a manger of several businesses. He has also worked as a consultant helping businesses streamline their sales and operational process as well as provide legal advice so they can make informed business decisions.  Mike cofounded a company in the home improvement space that grew from 0 to $6 million dollars in revenue is 2 years. Mike was also the COO and legal counsel for a startup in the renewable energy sector. Mike set up operations, and oversaw the engineering and sales teams for the company. He was also instrumental in fundraising and navigating the various state and federal regulations applicable to their energy products.  Mike’s experience as a business operator, entrepreneur, and business lawyer enables him to walk in the client’s shoes, understand a client’s needs and goals and craft practical solutions that make sense for the business. Some key areas of practice are general business law, real estate law, construction law, contracts, business purchase and sale transactions, asset valuation disputes, partnership and owner agreements, and financing transactions.. Mike grew up in Tacoma and Gig Harbor and paid his way through college working for local companies that processed lumber and fish as well as a subcontractor for Boeing. He understands the value these companies add to the Puget Sound and the issues they face.. Mike holds a J.D. from Seattle University School of Law, and a business degree from the Foster’s School of business. He has taught accredited courses on real estate law and valuing closely held companies.   When Mike isn’t in the office, he can be found exploring Puget Sound or snow skiing.  He is also an avid sports fan and can be found coaching premier soccer or watching his sons play lacrosse and football.

Josh Rostenstein's practice focuses on real estate development and real estate and business transactions.  Typical projects include preparing the formation, disclosure and purchase and sale documents for condominium developments, advising clients about risk management for condominiums and other real estate developments, representing condominium and homeowners associations, negotiating real estate purchases and sales and commercial leases, advising clients on real estate financing, purchases and sales of businesses, forming LLCs and corporations, and drafting CC&Rs, easements and general business agreements.

John Ludlow represents a broad array of parties who buy, sell, exchange, develop, lease, title insure or finance real estate.  For thirty years he has negotiated and prepared contracts and has represented parties in real estate-related litigation, arbitrations and mediations.  John represents lenders in the preparation of loan documents, advises on work-outs and conducts foreclosures.  He also has extensive experience representing contractors, owners and design professionals involved in construction and land development

In my law practice I draw upon my experience and education to provide representation and counseling to individuals, families, and closely held businesses. My counseling, plan designs, and drafting utilize the Firm's exclusive Real Wealth philosophy and Family Wealth System insuring that the client's goals and expectations are identified and realized throughout their individualized plan.  I enjoy assisting individuals, families and closely held business owners in planning their lives and businesses.  It gives me great joy when I see the planning put in place actually work when called upon whether it be during a disability, following death or a business law suit, proper legal planning will shape the outcomes and protect your hard earned assets. As the old saying goes "Proper Planning Prevents Poor Performence." At Gregorek and Associates we are staffed with dedicated paralegals and attorneys to serve your individual needs in a personalized and comprehensive manner utilizing the best legal means for your situation.

In 2005, I founded Equinox Business Law Group, a law firm that provides outside General Counsel services to closely held businesses.  The vision is to break down the many barriers that keep businesses from leveraging the value of good corporate counsel and create an environment where we engage regularly with clients to proactively grow their businesses.. WE BELIEVE EVERY BUSINESS NEEDS BUSINESS COUNSEL AND KNOW THE TRADITIONAL LAW MODEL DOESN’T SERVE MOST BUSINESSES WELL. THERE’S A BETTER WAY…. IN EVERYTHING WE DO, WE STRIVE TO MAKE IT SIMPLE TO WORK WITH US AND TO PROVIDE YOU WITH PRACTICAL SOLUTIONS THAT WORK FOR YOUR BUSINESS.. Like many firms, we work with our clients throughout their life cycle from startup through exit, handling transactions such as business formation, ownership agreements, financing transactions, employment matters, mergers & acquisitions, leases, trademark protection, copyright protection, online contracts, legal audits, succession and exit strategy, and estate planning. Because our lawyers are also business people with experience in starting, operating, and exiting businesses, they are able to see the business implications of a decision and offer practical alternatives and solutions based on the goals and objectives of the business.

I have nearly 25 years of teaching, counseling, design and drafting experience in the following practice areas:. Revocable & Irrevocable Trusts. Business Formation and Succession. Deferred Compensation Planning. Probate and Trust Administration. Income and Estate Tax Planning. Estate Litigation. Business Litigation. Real Estate Transactions. Wealth Transfer Planning. Charitable Planning. I reside in Mill Creek, Washington and enjoy traveling, alpine skiing, golf, mountain climbing, marathons, adventure races, and attending concerts and the theatre around Seattle.  I am active in charitable work for Seattle Children's Hospital, The Boy Scouts of America and various other non profit organizations in my local community.

I focus on advising closely held business owners and individuals regarding their business planning, shareholder and partner agreements, as well as business and real estate transactions.  I have extensive experience in mergers and acquisitions, shareholder buyouts/dispute resolution, commercial real estate, asset and stock purchases, commercial finance and related transactions, private placements, and executive compensation, as well as in reviewing and drafting complex business agreements.. How I Serve Clients:. I focus on listening to what clients want, and providing cost-effective advice so that clients can make good decisions.   In most instances clients do not want lengthy, expensive memos about their matter; rather they seek information about risks involved so that they can make informed business decisions.. I regularly visit my clients at their workplace, and take the time to learn about their businesses, company objectives, strategies, and opportunities.   By understanding the business objectives of clients, I am better able to provide pro-active advice in light of their business strategy.. I, and our firm, seek to be long-term, trusted legal advisors for our clients.  Fostering long-term relationships is beneficial for clients, as legal spend can be reduced and services and advice can be provided more efficiently.  When a new matter arises, understanding the business objectives of clients enables us to quickly identify possible solutions that will be consistent with these business objectives.

Greg has over 25 years of experience in business law. He focuses his practice on intellectual property licensing and technology transfer, research, development and commercialization of technology, product distrubution, strategic alliances, joint ventures and emerging company issues. Greg represents clients in the computer, internet, e-commerce and energy industries.

Chris’ practice focuses on real estate, business, and intellectual property transactions.  He has represented a wide range of clients covering a variety of situations.Some of the representative issues Chris has handled includes commercial loans and financing, purchase and sale of commercial properties and businesses.  These properties consist of dental practices, multi-family and mixed use properties, office, retail and shopping centers.   Services Chris provides include lease negotiations, stock and asset acquisitions and sales, as well as, company formations. Chris also practices intellectual property transactions.  Chris represented clients in a variety of transactions including drafting software and software as a service licensing agreements, software development agreements, intellectual property purchases and assignments, website terms and conditions agreements, privacy policies, confidential information agreements, among others.

Attorney Nahal joined MDK Law in 2013. She has a background in business, real estate, and litigation and has assisted clients with a wide variety of matters including business disputes, real estate litigation, and commercial litigation. Nahal has also drafted a variety of agreements including employment agreements, commercial leases, purchase and sale agreements, nondisclosure agreements, and independent contractor agreements. She also conducts probates and drafts estate planning documents including wills, power of attorney, and trusts.

Attorney Brandon P. Wayman received his Bachelor's Degree from the University of Washington. He earned his Juris Doctor degree from New York Law School, where he focused on finance and securities law and regulation. Brandon worked for a major brokerage house in New York City before transferring to a position with the Washington State Office of the Attorney General and then joining MDK Law . In his spare time, Brandon enjoys skiing, tennis and traveling, especially to Italy and Greece.

Attorney at MDK Law: An Award-Winning business & litigation firm, serving Seattle & Bellevue.. I focus my practice on businesses, including transactions, tax, and litigation. I pride myself on organization, consistent communication, thorough legal research and a passion for writing and creative legal arguments. Company counsel must be familiar with the business deal making process, but also must know how to handle dispute resolution and litigation should the need arise. Assisting clients with both commercial transactions as well as litigation gives me a well-rounded practice permitting me to see the full picture and to spot potential disputes before they occur in a business deal.. Aside from my practice in business & commercial law, I have worked on civil rights and torts lawsuits. My pro bono work includes advising non-profit organizations.. My personal interests include finance, technology, and outdoor activities.

Attorney and experienced businessman with a practice focusing on counseling entrepreneurial and start-up clients with business formation, protecting business and personal assets, managing employee concerns, and identifying proper exit strategies.

As Managing Shareholder and founder of MDK Law, Attorney Mark Kimball has been serving Seattle and Eastside clients for more than thirty five years. His practice is concentrated on corporate and real estate transactions, commercial litigation, business operations, and state, federal, and international tax law, and he is licensed to practice in Washington, New York and Texas, as well as United States Tax Court and the United States Supreme court. Specific tax work includes advising clients on a variety of business operation matters, structuring tax-advantaged transactions, and representing clients before the United States Department of Revenue, the Washington Board of Tax Appeals, and other taxing authorities. Single case tax savings for clients have exceeded $200,000.. In addition to numerous previouus awards, Mark recently received the most selective award accorded to attorneys in the United States by any rating or review process: Martindale-Hubbell’s Client Championship Award, which is limited to less than One Percent of attorneys, and unlike other rating services is based on an average required perfect 5.0 peer reviews by prominent attorneys and judges along with established and verified clients. Mark hired, mentored and trained the firms younger attorneys, three of whom have received “Rising Stars” awards.. Mark serves as a consultant to other lawyers and firms on corporate, LLC, and tax matters, and has been retained as an expert witness for court cases by prominent Seattle firms. Representative expert witness cases have included operational disputes or corporations, limited liability companies; cases in which Mark has testified also include offering expert opinions on law firm governance, with successful outcomes for these parties. Mark assists leading small to large and high-growth companies in a variety of industries including those in the aerospace, computer hardware manufacturing, software creation and development, and the restaurant, liquor, real estate and property management industries. He has also represented political campaign organizations and companies doing business internationally. In addition to his law degree, Mark received a post-doctoral L.L.M. degree in Taxation from the University of Washington, and has completed most academic work toward a Ph.D. in Tax Policy Studies. Clients are local, national and international. Mark’s education and background includes representation in disputes involving international substantive and procedural law.. Mark also earned a second post-doctoral L.L.M. degree in Transnational Commercial Practice, and his International Law and Taxation presence continues to grow. He is a frequent speaker and lecturer, and has served on the faculties of more than 100 legal education, research, and academic conferences in the United States, Europe, and Latin America, including Cuba. Recent conferences include service as a speaker and expert on panels broadcast nationally to attorneys throughout the United States. Recognized by the legal and business communities for outstanding legal services, Mark has received numerous awards and accolades, including Martindale-Hubbell’s highest-available rating (AV Preeminent); a 10.0 rating on Avvo; and recognition in numerous publications including Washington CEO Magazine, Seattle Met magazine, the Seattle Times, and the Wall Street Journal. Mark is also a published legal authority including numerous articles and, as a contributor, a deskbook (two editions) on LLC's published by Thomson Reuters.

As a practicing attorney for more than 30 years with a Masters in Business Administration, Dan’s practice is focused on business law, and assisting businesses throughout their life cycle with transactional and contractual matters as well as helping business owners and individuals with their estate planning needs. Dan’s goal is to provide practical advice to help his clients document business agreements, solve business and legal problems and, most importantly, stay out of the court room.. Dan counsels new business clients on entity choice formation, associated tax ramifications, equity structuring, and how businesses can avoid many potential disputes through buy/sell, shareholder, and other agreements. He also assists companies in succession planning.. As businesses grow, Dan provides counsel on contractual matters such as employment agreements, confidentiality and non-compete agreements, invention and work for hire agreements, and distribution agreements. He has extensive experience with respect to corporate finance, venture capital financing, securities law, employment, and technology licensing, and routinely advises clients on these matters, as well as reviewing, preparing, and negotiating complex agreements. Dan also assists business clients in mergers, acquisitions, and sale of companies and significant assets.. Dan’s clients include small to medium-sized businesses of all types, as well as physicians and professional groups and practices. By understanding client business objectives, Dan is able to help businesses with directed, strategic legal advice designed to serve their needs over the long term.. Dan also helps individual clients prepare for the distribution of their estates. His estate planning practice is focused on helping clients determine the best method for asset distribution considering estate tax laws, administration costs, and other factors.. Away from the office Dan enjoys playing and following golf, talking sports, attending Husky games, discussing with pride and humor the life experiences of his two sons and the children of his clients and friends, visiting with Whitman college friends and, as one who enjoys the “tasting room experience,” visiting wineries.

After more than 25 years in law at the government, small, large and humongous  law firms and being General Counsel for William H. Gates III (at Cascade Investment, LLC), in 2005 I decided to set up my own law firm.  I have had a wonderful legal career and thought there was no better time to become a solo practitioner.  It's been a great decision, as I  found that I do love practicing law - I just did not need the headaches of being a partner in a major law firm or answering to a "boss."  When my clients call, they get me on the phone.  When they need a document, I prepare it.  From my years in Seattle law practice, I know lots of great lawyers, in big firms, little firms and solo practitioners like myself.  So, when my clients need special expertise that I don't have, it's easy to connect them with the right lawyer.

A business-oriented, problem-solver with strong organization and planning skills, who effectively negotiates and communicates to obtain desired results.