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“I think of myself as a problem solver. With almost 30 years of experience advising people in tax, business and estate matters, I’d like to think I’ve seen almost everything. I draw on that experience in counseling my clients and helping them develop creative solutions to even the most difficult problems . . .”. “. . . Finding a satisfactory solution is certainly rewarding, but for me, what’s most rewarding is knowing that I have helped to add a measure of peace and order to someone’s life.”

My practice is, firstly, to listen to you so that I understand your facts, your concerns and your goals.  Then I'll explain and counsel you on the law and how your facts are impacted by the laws.  We will discuss your options and possible courses of action, I'll answer your questions and discuss the possible range of fees, costs and expenses, and will then assist you in reaching a cost effective, businesslike, and common sense resolution of your matter.. I've been practicing law in the Snoqualmie Valley for 34 years.  I enjoy the practice and the people I meet.  Most of my clients are individuals, many have small businesses or multiple real estate holdings, some don't have much at all.  In 34 years I have seen a lot of things, learned a few tricks, and cultivated the achieving of success for my clients.  Remember, your good outcome is my good outcome, too.  When you practice in a relatively small rural setting like this, referrals and reputation are critically important.  If you feel good about the outcome and the price, hopefully you'll recommend me to your friends and associates.. I provide detailed and itemized bills for hourly matters, and expect you to promptly advise me if you have any questions about your bill.  I will work with you to resolve your questions and will adjust the bill if doing so is appropriate in the circumstances.  Some matters, such as writing less complex Wills and Powers of Attorney, can be done on a flat fee basis.. Give me a call for a free telephone discussion.  I usually can answer a lot of your initial questions over the phone.  Or, call to arrange an office consultation.. Thanks for taking the time to read these paragraphs.. Ian

My firm has represented fiduciaries throughout Washington State including the following counties:  Adams, Benton, Franklin, King, Pierce, Snohomish, Spokane, Thurston, Walla Walla, and Yakima.

I head up the firm’s employment law practice, which focuses on assisting businesses with their Human Resources and employment law needs. That means we strive to learn your business from the inside-out in order to best counsel and represent your business’ interests.  With over a decade of counseling and representation of national and international businesses, we bring a wealth of employment law knowledge to your business.. Simply, we make employment law work for you.. We often assist employers with preventative measures in order to best ensure protection of their business needs and their employees’ rights. Such preventative measures often consist of:. In addition, we assist with the defensive measures related to employment law. This means:. If your business could use this type of employment law expertise, please contact me at.. Prior Employment Law Experience. I worked for Target Corporation in Human Resources for both the stores and distribution after college.  While working for Target Corp., I implemented HR policies and procedures for the stores, helped create a centralized recruiting program for the distribution centers, and worked extensively on employee relations issues.. Upon graduation from law school in 2004, I began my career with the Atlanta office of Ogletree Deakins (an international employment law defense firm), after clerking with the Indianapolis office during law school.  In Atlanta, I focused on many aspects of employment law including, but not limited to, employment litigation.  In 2010 and 2011, I served as in-house counsel for Regis Corporation in Minneapolis where I advised internal clients on handling employment disputes as well as implemented an internal wage and hour compliance program.. I returned to Ogletree in 2011 at its Minneapolis office and last moved to Seattle.  For the last year, I worked in Ogletree’s Seattle office honing my skills related to Washington state’s employment laws.

I focus my practice on providing counsel to individuals and businesses in the areas of business and real estate transactions. These are broad legal categories, but I am able to assist in anything from real estate purchase and sale agreements and closings, to business asset purchases, leases, business formations and governance, and timeshares. I also provide exit planning advice to business owner looking to sell or transfer their interest in their company in a way that brings them the most value. If you need advice on a contract or agreement, or are interested in learning more about exit planning, give me a call. We have an excellent team of attorneys and CPA's that are experienced in serving individuals and businesses alike.

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call me to discuss your legal needs and issues.. Established in 1999, with 20 years experience representing clients on criminal defense cases. I am an "on hands" attorney.  Almost all calls that come to my office are received by me.  You will get quick and effective answers to your questions.  I some cases, you may not need an attorney and I will tell you up front if so.  I have tried over 100 cases to verdict, set 100's of cases for trial where opposing counsel usually caves in.. Won 8 consecutive superior court trials. Never lost domestic violence charged case. Never lost personal injury trial or arbitration. I am an Eagle Member of the Washington State
Association for Justice where I have been appointed to serve as delagate for the District and Muicipal Judges of Washington State. I am a Washington State Bar member in excellent standing, member of the Washington Foundation for Criminal Justice. I have served as past President and Vice-President of the
Snoqualmie Valley Chapter of the Kiwanis Club where I volunteer to help children and students obtain food, shelter, housing, and scholarships.My breath of experience and on hands representation accomplishes results.

As an attorney specializing in matters involving labor, employment, and corporate dispute issues, Sarah regularly advises clients on issues arising under Washington, California, and Federal law. Sarah has substantial experience in employment litigation, particularly in the areas of trade secret misappropriation and discrimination claims. Sarah has managed and participated in all phases of the pre-trial process in both employment and corporate matters, including complex and voluminous electronic discovery, motions practice, and mediations.  Sarah also provides sexual harassment training and advice regarding legal issues arising from social media and other personnel matters.. Before becoming an attorney, Sarah served in an advisory capacity as a human resources specialist for the Federal government, where she became well-versed in the rights and obligations unique to federal employees. She has experience in the administrative law sector, particularly the EEOC, where she clerked for an administrative law judge. As a legal consultant, Sarah has handled internal investigations involving sexual harassment, workplace violence, leave administration, and issues regarding ADA and EEOC compliance. Additionally, she has defended plaintiffs in bad faith insurance claims in first-party property matters.