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Welcome to my Avvo page. With a JD and MBA, l focus my boutique practice on providing legal andbusiness related services to entrepreneurs and small to medium-sizedcompanies (startups included). After taking a look at my background please feel free to contact me with questions. Regards, Adam.. I bring a creative, business-centric approach in counseling companies and management, honed through fifteen years of experience in legal, strategic and operational roles in both public and start-up companies.. I have negotiated a variety of transactions including investment capital rounds (venture, angel, and senior debt), mergers and acquisitions, business development opportunities, strategic business plans as well as counseled companies on a variety of corporate issues. I also serve as a trusted advisor to several CEOs and board members.. Representative Matters include:. * Business Formation;. * Financing Transactions (Debt, Equity, Angel & Venture);. * Intellectual Property protection and licensing;. * Commercial Transactions/Contracts;. * Corporate governance and Compliance;. * Board and Shareholder Relationships;. * Employment Documentation and Counseling;. * Due Diligence and Corporate Clean-Up; and. * Facilities/Real Estate.

We seek Justice for Consumers and Injured Persons, primarily in personal injury, wrongful death and medical malpractice cases.. Our Mission is to consistently obtain  exceptional results in admirably ethical fashion.  Every client is unique and truly matters to us as a person first and foremost.. We work to learn about "you" and develop your case with a keen eye to maximizing ultimate recovery and ultimate satisfaction.. Make no mistake, money matters, and so too does the way you are treated throughout every stage of your case.. We take great pride in excellent communication with and respect for our clients, no matter the unique facts, circumstances and challenges you and your family may be facing at this difficult time.. We will see you through, together!

We have provided vigorous, enthusiastic legal representation for our clients since 1997.  We bring extensive experience, sound familiarity with the law, and talented advocacy to help you with your legal needs.  Call today for a free consultation.

We at LayRoots are dedicated to helping families and business owners create solid foundations for an awesome life.. You've been working hard, building a life that provides for you, your loved ones, and your future.  I'm here to help make sure that there are fewer risks and that you are set up to withstand life's ups and downs.  Interested in learning more?  Feel free to follow the link in my profile for an initial consult.. Shreya Ley is an adventurer, business owner, and intellectual property attorney.  Above all, she is a human that also uses the law to advise her clients on how to navigate the business world.  She has started not one, but two family businesses, and has been the CTO of a small start-up based in Seattle, WA.  She has worked in the oil & gas industry as an engineer before moving into the legal world, where she brings her knowledge of both Corporate America and scrappy start-ups.. We love to hear from new people, so please reach out!

We are dedicated to representing people who have been injured in an accident and are looking for fierce representation from an attorney they can trust. We specialize in personal injury and immigration law. If you have been injured in an accident or have immigration concerns please give us a call and set up a free consultation.

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Walter is an associate in Dorsey's Tax, Trusts and Estates practice group. His practice focuses on all aspects of wealth management, including implementing practical and tax efficient estate plans, business succession planning, nonprofit organizations, and assisting executors and trustees in fulfilling their duties.

W. James Kotlowski's practice primarily focuses on DUI's and driving related criminal offenses as well as other misdemeanors. Mr. Kotlowski's first priority is Client Service. He has practiced law in Seattle since 1994, is a 1991 graduate of Regent University School of Law, and 1992 LL.M. (Master of Laws) graduate of McGeorge School of Law. He is a member of the King County Bar Association and Washington Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Volunteer for The Human Rights Campaign, including serving on the Gala Dinner Planning Committee in 2004 and 2005, and serving as co-chair for the Pacific NW Steering Committing from 2006-present.

Virginia Waller represents a wide variety of clients with real estate transaction across multiple asset classes and industries, assisting with all aspects of corporate real estate leasing, acquisition, development, construction and financing. With over 20 years’ experience, she assists clients in fulfilling their real estate goals related to office buildings and office spaces, hotels and conference centers, restaurant and retail stores, theaters and museums, technology and medical research facilities, warehouses, master-planned communities, parking lots and raw land investments. Her clients include private and public entities ranging from small start-ups to Fortune 500 companies, individuals, professional firms, real estate developers, family trusts, unions, governmental entities and non-profits.

Viivi is a former insurance defense attorney. For eight years, she experienced first hand the unfair advantage insurance companies have over individuals. She knows that only through aggressive and skilled representation will an individual obtain fair compensation. In 2007, Viivi left insurance defense litigation and chose to dedicate herself solely to representing individuals who have been injured. Her compassion for her clients and dedication to obtain justice for her clients is her number one priority.. Viivi Vanderslice graduated from the University of Washington in 1995 with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Political Science and Minor in History. Viivi obtained her law degree from California Western School of Law in 1999 graduating in the top 8% of her class. She received the American Jurisprudence Award (highest final grade in the class) for Torts, Contracts, and Advanced Civil Litigation Practice and Procedure. Viivi is licensed to practice law in the states of Washington, Nevada and California.. During her time at California Western, she was an Executive Editor for the International Law Review and published author in the California Western Law Review. Also during this time, Viivi clerked at one of the largest plaintiff’s litigation firms in San Diego where she helped personal injury victims, including victims of medical malpractice, wrongful death and physical/sexual abuse obtain justice.. Viivi is an active member of the Washington State Bar Association and Washington Association for Justice.

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Vice President Labor and Employment services, managing a team of attorneys who provide labor and employment advice to over 1,000 local employers. Negotiates collective bargaining agreements, represent employers in labor arbitrations, NLRB actions, and provide union awareness training. Employment law advice in all areas of employment law including: discrimination, leave administration, wage/hour, restrictive covenants, separation agreements, layoffs and terminations.

Vera P. Fomina focuses her practice on various employment matters, including disputes related to discrimination based on gender, pregnancy, family responsibilities, race, religion, and disability; harassment; wrongful discharge; retaliation; wages and executive compensation; employment contract disputes and unemployment.. Vera is experienced in counseling employers on various labor and employment issues, including Title VII, ADA, ADEA, FMLA, FLSA, USERRA, Washington Minimum Wage Act and the Washington Law Against Discrimination. Vera successfully assisted numerous business owners with the development and implementation of policies, procedures, and compensation structures, as well as with comprehensive Human Resources management training to executive, management, and Human Resources professionals. Vera also represented employers in federal and state court litigation, and before governmental agencies, such as the EEOC and DOL.. In 2014, Vera was one of the Board Members and served as a Legislative Representative of the Hill Country Human Resources Management Association and was named One of The Best of 2014 Employment Lawyers by the Scene in San Antonio magazine.

Van brings a pragmatic, business-centric approach in counseling companies and senior management teams, honed through nearly sixteen years of experience in legal, strategic and operational roles in both the Fortune 500 and start-up company environments.  During that span, he has negotiated countless transactions, helped companies raise capital (venture and otherwise), spearheaded mergers and acquisitions, forged business development opportunities, drafted strategic business plans, counseled companies on employment, regulatory, and ethical issues, managed complex litigation, and served as a trusted sounding board to several CEOs.. Van also has a deep environmental business and policy background and works extensively with clean tech and other environmental companies, providing legal and business development advice to a broad array of entities in the renewable energy, alternative vehicle fuel, waste-to-energy, water conservation, energy efficiency, biofuel, and other related areas.. Van played varsity soccer at Yale and enjoys a number of outdoor activities in the great Northwest, including golf, hiking, and camping.  He is married and has two kids (ages 11 and 3) and tries to coach their sports teams, when he can find the time.  He serves on the Board of Patent Trust for Washington Children, is a co-founder of the PNW Chapter of Environmental Entrepreneurs, and is involved a several other community activities.

Vanessa Vanderbrug focuses her practice in the areas of employment, administrative law, and personal injury. She dedicates her practice to ensuring that each client receives personal attention and has a full understanding of the issues they face. She has significant general litigation experience and diligently seeks to obtain the best results for her clients.. During law school, Vanessa served on the National Trial Team and on the Editorial Board of the Gonzaga Law Review. She also worked for the Office of the Attorney General as an intern representing the Department of Social and Health Services. After law school, Vanessa obtained “behind the scenes” insight into trial court work by serving as law clerk to Honorable Judge Joseph A. Thibodeau in Snohomish County. In 2009, Vanessa was honored to be named a Rising Star by Washington Law and Politics.

Vanessa J. Firnhaber Oslund is a partner at the firm. She has been fighting for justice for asbestos victims for over a decade. Vanessa takes equal pride in her zealous advocacy in the courtroom and her compassion for her clients. She takes a special interest in helping victims of “take-home” asbestos exposure who were exposed to asbestos through their parents’ or spouse’s work clothes.. Over her career, she has represented hundreds of mesothelioma victims and their families, achieving many victories for her clients, including many multi-million-dollar settlements and verdicts. She is passionate about obtaining justice for her clients in the legal system and holding corporations responsible for putting profits over people. She understands that bringing an asbestos claim is often her clients’ first contact with the legal system and can be intimidating. Accordingly, she takes special care to keep her clients informed and to ensure their interests are protected every step of the way.Prior to representing asbestos victims, Vanessa served as counsel to the Washington State Senate advising senators on law and policy regarding consumer protection and insurance issues.

US Supreme Court Justice Burger advised lawyers to be “Healers of Conflict”. We agree. 98% of our clients surveyed (over a 2 year period) report they would recommend us to a friend or use the firm again. We have helped people in more than 1 thousand cases. We would like the opportunity to help you. Our job is to help you to “heal” conflicts as productively, as cheaply and as quickly as possible, not to promote them or provoke them. Having studied conflict resolution theory since the 1970’s we work with you to better understand how the legal system can be used, along with other “alternative dispute resolution” strategies, to resolve the conflicts or problems that led you to seek assistance.

Tyler’s practice consists of advising businesses and individuals on state and federal tax and business planning issues, such as business formation, risk management, corporate governance, and business succession planning. He also advises medical and health care professionals on purchasing and selling medical practices, real estate leases and purchase agreements, and employment and non-compete agreements.. In addition, Tyler also practices in the area of estate planning, with an emphasis on tax-saving strategies. In this area, Tyler has significant experience assisting individuals with tax-savings oriented wills and living trusts, formation and maintenance of irrevocable trusts, and coordinating individuals’ retirement plans with their overall estate plan.. Tyler also assists individuals, businesses, trusts, and estates in controversies involving the Internal Revenue Service.. Tyler earned his law degree from Seattle University School of Law, where he earned the school’s President’s Scholarship for all three years.  During law school, he focused on tax law, estate planning, and business law, and was president of the law school’s moot court program, advancing to a national competition, as well as being elected to the National Order of Barristers. After graduating law school, Tyler received his Master of Laws in Taxation from the University of Washington School of Law.. In addition to his legal practice, Tyler is an adjunct professor with Golden Gate University’s Graduate Tax Program, where he teaches Federal Gift and Estate Tax and Estate Planning courses, and has coached the University of Washington School of Law’s National Tax Moot Court Team.. Prior to joining Helsell Fetterman, Tyler was an associate at the firm of LeSourd & Patten, P.S.

Tyler Hollenbeck's practice focuses on the representation of emerging growth companies and venture capital firms. In addition to advising clients on general corporate and securities matters, Mr. Hollenbeck has significant experience in venture capital financings, mergers and acquisitions (both public and private), SEC reporting and disclosure, entity formation and corporate restructuring. His clients include early stage, venture-backed and public companies, as well as venture capital investors.. Mr. Hollenbeck represents or has represented such companies as , Generic Medical Devices, Healionics, Noetix, OneBuild, Pinkberry, SEOmoz, Sunstate Equipment and Vetinsurance, and has represented such venture capital firms as Ignition Venture Partners, Madrona Venture Partners, Maveron, OVP, Sigma Partners and Trilogy Equity Partners.

Ty Harper manages Edifecs’ legal department in addition to overseeing the company’s corporate compliance program. As general counsel, Ty is responsible for all legal aspects of Edifecs' business, including contracting and licensing, intellectual property, HIPAA compliance and litigation.. Prior to joining Edifecs, Ty was a partner at the law firm DLA Piper LLP (US). Ty served as counsel on behalf of clients in healthcare, securities, employment, intellectual property, antitrust, and contract and licensing matters.. Ty is a graduate of the University of Michigan and Harvard Law School. He has been named a "Rising Star" by Washington Law & Politics magazine.

Tsai Law Company, PLLC is a boutique family law firm located in downtown Seattle.  Our Seattle Divorce Lawyers have over 45 years of combined experience in the area of divorce and family law.  To speak with one of our Seattle Divorce Lawyers and Family Law Attorneys call.. Please visit our website at .. For additional information regarding our practice areas you may visit:. Adoption. Alimony. Annulment. Business Assets. Child Custody. Child Support. Attorney Profiles  Divorce Overview Martial Like Relationships Mediation  Military Divorce  Out of State Divorce. Paternity  Prenuptial  Property Agreements  Property Division Restraining Orders  Retirement Assets Separation

Troy was born and raised in Seattle. He has a large extended family living throughout the Puget Sound region and Washington state.. Mr. Courage graduated from Seattle University cum laude, majoring in liberal studies, and earing two minors, psychology, and French. Mr. Courage studied in Grenoble, France, in an immersive French program during his senior year at Seattle University.. After working for several years in the field of sales, Mr. Courage attended law school. After graduating from law school Mr. Courage volunteered with the King County Bar Association’s Family Law Mentorship program. The family law mentorship program is where Mr. Courage discovered the difference he could make in improving people’s lives by practicing family law.. Since becoming a lawyer, Mr. Courage has helped many clients in all areas of family law. Mr. Courage has experience with complex divisions of property involving multiple properties throughout Washington state. Mr. Courage has extensive experience working with Real Estate Professionals, Real Estate Appraisers, Certified Professional Accountants, Certified Divorce Financial Analysts, Psychologists, and Social Workers to achieve fair and equitable outcomes for his clients.

Trial lawyer focused on environmental and insurance.  Specific areas of focus are:. • Statutory environmental claims before governmental agencies and Courts brought under     federal or state law, including the Clean Air Act, the Clean Water Act, Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA or “Superfund”), NEPA, the Oil Pollution Act, (OPA) Resource Conservation Recovery Act (RCRA), and similar state statutes.. • Litigation between parties for pollution, including claims for contribution, indemnity, negligence, nuisance, strict liability and trespass.. • Insurance coverage litigation for policyholders who have claims under general liability, excess or umbrella, pollution liability, errors and omissions and property policies.. Hunsucker Goodstein provides resolution-focused environmental litigation and regulatory actions and insurance coverage litigation from offices in Washington, DC, Denver, Los Angeles, the San Francisco Bay Area and Seattle.. Admitted:. State Bars: California, Oregon, Texas, Washington; United States District Courts (Arizona, California, Oregon, , Texas, Washington,  Wisconsin), 5th, 7th and 9th Circuit United States Courts of Appeals and United States Supreme Court.

Tony Rafel is an experienced trial lawyer and a trusted client advisor. His litigation practice focuses on representing condominium and homeowner associations and other property owners in disputes involving construction defects, product defects, warranty enforcement, breach of contract, insurance bad faith, easements, and other property-related issues. He also represents parties in business and partnership divorces and wrongful death actions. As general counsel, he advises many boards of directors of common interest communities on covenant interpretation and enforcement, corporate governance, and dispute resolution. With 34 years of experience, he has an active practice in Washington and Oregon.