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Trevor represents clients in civil litigation, contract disputes, and land use issues.. Trevor graduated with a J.D. with Specialization in International Legal Affairs from Cornell Law School in 2016. He earned his undergraduate degree in English (Honors) with Creative Writing Emphasis, cum laude, from the University of Washington in 2013.. Before returning home to practice in Washington State, Trevor was an associate attorney with Connors, LLP in Buffalo, New York, practicing Business Litigation, Personal Injury, Civil Litigation, Appeals, Professional Representation, and Medical Malpractice.. His hobbies include traveling, movies, reading, and videogames.

Shad's practice is focused on business and real estate transactions, and estate planning and estate administration.. Shad assists business owners, individuals, and groups involved in various aspects of business and real estate matters, including start-up business ventures, contract drafting and review, real estate purchases and sales, lease negotiations, and other real estate title transactions (such as easements and co-ownership arrangements, and situations involving clearing or quieting title).. Shad also represents clients in estate planning, and assists fiduciaries in trust and probate estate administration matters.. A native of Orem, Utah, Shad is a 2008 graduate of Brigham Young University with degrees in history and political science. He subsequently graduated cum laude from Gonzaga Law School in 2011, where he also served as Business Editor on the Gonzaga Law Review Editorial Board. Shad is currently enrolled in the Taxation LL.M (Masters of Laws) program at the University of Washington, with graduation expected in 2021.

Salvador Mungia graduated from Georgetown University Law Center in 1984 with honors. After clerking for a Washington Supreme Court Justice in 1984-1985 and a federal district court judge in 1985-1986, he began private practice with Gordon, Thomas, Honeywell where he has practiced from 1986 to the present.. Sal is a past president of the Washington State Bar Association, the Tacoma-Pierce County Bar Association, the Western States Bar Conference, and Legal Aid for Washington.  He is a member of invitation-only legal associations including the American Board of Trial Advocates and Litigation Counsel of America.  He has been designated as a "Super Lawyer" by Washington Law & Politics from 2008 to the present.  He is rates as AV Preeminent by Martindale-Hubbell -- its highest possible rating for both ethics and legal ability.. He has tried cases in federal and state courts throughout Washington State and has argued appeals at all levels of state and federal appellate courts.  A primary focus of Sal's practice is medical negligence actions on behalf of patients.  Sal has represented clients in lawsuits against doctors, nurses, emergency room physicians, and nursing homes involving death, paralysis, brain injuries and loss of life to babies.  Sal also represents clients in civil rights actions, real property disputes, contract disputes, condemnation actions, and commercial and business litigation.  Sal has been recognized by Best Lawyers in America in the fields of personal injury litigation for plaintiffs, civil rights law, commercial litigation, and appellate practice.

Robin Balsam has been in private practice since 1984 and has over 40 years of experience. She is an assertive litigator with extensive experience in highly contested probates, will contests, uncovering and pursuing perpetrators of fiduciary fraud and elder abuse, complicated guardianships, trusts, estates, and other related matters.  Ms. Balsam has an AV rating from Martindale-Hubbell.  She was initially selected as a SuperLawyer in 2011, and has been selected again each year from 2015 through the present.. Her practice has emphasized guardianship, trust, probate and representing families with special needs since 1993. Ms. Balsam has chaired and spoken at legal seminars on various aspects of these practice areas as well as related ethical issues since 1998. She handles complex guardianship, trust, and probate problems; represents other fiduciaries in various roles; and engages in many aspects of personal injury settlement trust work. Her work also includes representation of families with special needs, as well as practical experience in defense against allegations or findings by Adult Protective Services and recovery of assets for victims of elder abuse or exploitation. She received an LL.M. Masters in Elder Law at Stetson University School of Law in 2013.. As Director of Commencement Bay Fiduciary Services, a certified professional guardian agency, she is the major decision-maker on investments, medical procedures, living arrangements and purchases for incapacitated people and trust beneficiaries. She also directs the day-to-day operations of the guardianship agency employing three professional guardians and support staff, along with a four-attorney law firm.. In addition to extensive litigation experience, Ms. Balsam is also collaboratively trained and has experience as a mediator. She is a current Pro Tem Court Commissioner and former Pro Tem Judge for Pierce County Superior Court.. Ms. Balsam has a number of professional affiliations, and frequently assists other attorneys who are not experienced in representing the elderly, incapacitated and disabled in legal matters such as personal injury, contract and domestic litigation. Ms. Balsam’s firm provides a uniquely collaborative and resourceful approach to the legal issues that confront elders and the disabled by providing a range of solutions from negotiated out-of-court agreements to traditional legal advocacy.. Ms. Balsam always enjoyed spending time with her grandparents, talking about their lives and experiences, and spent a lot of time with an older neighbor discussing travel and photography when she was a youngster.  These relationships inspired her to choose elder law as a practice area when she began her own law practice in 1989.

My law practice focuses primarily on criminal defense. I help people facing misdemeanors, felonies, and traffic infractions. A significant portion of my practice involves DUI/DWI Defense, Assaults, Malicious Mischief, Theft, Drug Possession, Burglary, Identity Theft, Domestic Violence DV, Harassment, Traffic Tickets. I am an active member of the Washington State Bar Association, the Tacoma Pierce County Bar Association, Washington Defenders Association, and Washington Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers.. A long time local to Tacoma, I graduated from Wilson High School. From there, I went on to the University of Washington and later to Gonzaga University School of Law.  I enjoy rooting for both the Huskies and the Zags, but it can be bit tough come basketball season in the chance they play each other.  I live in Gig Harbor with my wife, Lisa, who is also an attorney, and our two sons.

Mr. Wilmot focuses his practice on the areas of real estate and business law and related litigation and transactions, as well as probate & estates, tort law and standards of care and fiduciary principles. He is skilled at identifying solutions to complex problems.. Mr. Wilmot was born in Seattle in 1976 and raised near Renton. He attended the University of Washington in Seattle, earning his Bachelor of Arts degree in 1999. He received his Doctor of Jurisprudence degree (JD) in 2002 from Willamette University College of Law in Salem, Oregon. Mr. Wilmot has two daughters.

Jeff is AV Preeminent Peer rated by Martindale-Hubbell.  Jeff is committed to precision in his law practice. Jeff practices in the areas of real estate and business and has been a Qualified Intermediary for real estate investment exchanges under § 1031 of the Internal Revenue Code for over 25 years. In that capacity, he is well-respected and is called upon to accommodate many complex, large 1031 exchange transactions throughout the United States. He was the first Certified Exchange Specialist® in the south Puget Sound.. Jeff was the Producer and Emcee of the 10th Anniversary tribute to the working dogs of 9/11.  The event was held at Liberty State Park in Jersey City, New Jersey, across the Hudson River from Ground Zero.  Click here to see the video of this moving event: 9/11 Tribute Ceremony.. Jeff organized the national event celebrating the Centennial Year of the Doberman Pinscher in the United States in 2008.  The Centennial Committee, which he formed and led, flew living World War II Marine War Dog Handlers from the South Pacific campaign to Topeka, Kansas for a special ceremony at which they were honored.  The highlight of the evening was the signing by national working dog organizations of a document Jeff drafted entitled "Convention on Cooperation Among America's Working Dog Organizations," which was signed with the formalities of a treaty-signing ceremony.  Following the signing, the Convenvtion on Cooperation was handed to the Deputy Director for the Office of Bombing Prevention with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, who was in attendance.. To see more about the Centennial Event, to read the Convention on Cooperation, or to order a DVD of the event, go to .

Jean M. Bouffard, Attorney at Law, provides real estate, contract and litigation legal services for businesses and individuals throughout the Puget Sound area. We offer aggressive, success oriented services at a competitive price. Our clients receive individualized attention, strategic planning and open lines of communication. Unlike the large law firms, where contract attorneys and litigators often work in completely separate departments, Jean Bouffard combines the skills of efficient contract preparation with the skills of successful contract litigation to offer clients the best of both legal services.

Jared’s practice focuses on estate planning, probate, real estate, business formation, business contracts, buying and selling of businesses, and other general business matters. His background is diverse, having argued motions in nearly every county in Western Washington on issues including landlord/tenant, guardianship and even family law matters. Jared enjoys building meaningful relationships with his clients and employing a collaborative approach, when possible, to find solutions to issues before they become problems that necessitate litigation.

I have adopted an income-based approach to legal fees I charge new clients. Every client is assessed at the first meeting to determine how much of a discount they will receive, and every client who has a household income less than $100,000 will receive a discount, some up to 40% off of my standard hourly rate.. This is my attempt to align hourly rates with what people can actually afford to pay, and even extends to the retainer, which is calculated based upon ten hours at the discounted hourly rate.. A brief bit about me.... I am the first person in my family to attend college and went into the Army right out of high school to see the world and figure out some way to pay for college. I was an intelligence analyst and viewed as one of the best in the world at my particular area. At age 22, I was delivering high level presentations to military leaders in Korea regarding the intelligence planning for major military exercises.. I left the military to attend college. I attended Seattle University where I majored in Finance and International Business. As I contemplated which path to take for grad school, I chose law school, viewing law school as a unique skill set that would benefit me in the corporate world.. During my second year of law school, I was hired by a large Canadian corporation that had purchased a business in Seattle and wanted someone to develop a strategic growth plan for the business unit. This led to a permanent job offer and a relocation to Toronto following graduation.. I left the company in 2002 and started my own practice in Tacoma. From the beginning, I have been committed to providing value to my clients through hard work, reasonable rates and desired results.. Today, my practice is focused on the following areas:. Family Law. Trusts and Estate. WIlls and Probate

I’m passionate about the law. I’m passionate about being part of a legal system that, while it’s not necessarily perfect, is still the best in the world. Most importantly, I’m passionate about the opportunity to help you.. As a licensed attorney with the State of Washington, I offer a full range of legal services for property owners, tenants, and real estate investors, including landlord/tenant disputes, contract law, and judicial foreclosures and redemptions. I pride myself on having legal knowledge and experience that matches the more expensive Seattle-based and national competitors. Unlike those larger firms, I also believe in treating clients, who are looking for an experienced real estate lawyer, with respect and empathy. Not only that, but I strongly believe that everyone deserves strong legal representation at a fair price. That’s why I’ve made it a point to offer legal services for property law at an affordable rate.. I know that one size doesn’t fit all. That’s why I’m committed to offering real estate law advice and representation tailored towards the legal needs and goals of each of our clients. I place a premium on building long-standing relationships, and on achieving the goals of our clients in a reasonable and timely manner.. In my past, I have provided community education at Green Hill School and the Seattle juvenile detention center through The Tools for Social Change: Race & Justice Center Clinic as well as conducted legal research, drafted motions, interviewed clients, and represented clients during first appearance hearings as a Public Defense Extern at the Tribal Court Public Defense Clinic.. Plus, as a graduate of the University of Washington School of Law and Seattle University, my long-time roots in the region make me familiar with the variety of people and property around Seattle. My passion for fervently advocating for my clients, gives me the means to solve even the most complex property and real estate law problems, including your case.. Contact me for a free consultation on your case dealing with real estate law today to learn how I can help you.

I run specialized practice helping all sorts of small businesses and individuals with whatever problems they may have from thier daily transactions to full press Federal litigation, and everywhere in between.  I also have an extensive background in copyright, trademark and entertainement, making me a great resource for artists, venues, and anyone else in those fields or associated with them.

I love my job because I get to work with families and individuals who are going through a difficult time and help them make it better.  My job is to take your legal problems on as my own and deal with them for you.  I have a policy of working with you to keep fees down, so if you can do work to help, I will encourage you to do that if fees are a concern, but my office can handle all aspects of the legal process if that is what you prefer.  I want to make your life easier.. When I'm not working, I am spending time with my family, which includes my husband, Casey, who is also a lawyer, our kids, Fletch & Phoebe, and our gigantic German Shepherd, Maverick. I have completed in several 1/2 Ironman triathlons, which is a 1.2 mile swim, 56 mile bike, and 13.1 mile run.

I have been in private practice since 1967, serving the South Sound area with a focus on elder law, estate planning and the needs of local businesses and families. My true joy in practicing law comes from building long term relationships with my clients so that I can be there for them and their families for many years to come. I am now serving many fourth generation clients.. I am extremely passionate about our community and have been an active member of many local service organizations for decades.. I am an avid collector military history memorabilia and artifacts with items spanning many wars and conflicts, dating back to the Civil War. My clients and staff frequently tease me about my office being more of a museum than an office.

I don't know about you but my life seems to be a series of check this box and sign on the dotted line.  This is especially becoming prevalent in the age of turbo tax like Estate Plans.  Online programs are great when you are filling out forms.  But you and your life are not and should not be reduced to a series of forms.  Forms cannot tell someone who should take care of your child following your passing, how your silver spoon collection should be distributed, or what music to play at your funeral.  With my education centered approach you will never be reduced to a series of forms but rather I will assist you in creating a one of a kind estate plan which transcends your final passing.

I believe my role as an attorney is to help my clients quickly, efficiently, and effectively resolve their disputes. As part of that, I am committed to keeping my clients informed, making sure they understand the process, the options available, and the potential risks and benefits of each option. Because most people are involved in very few lawsuits during their lifetime, I make sure each client is given the necessary guidance along the way.. I firmly believes in the value of resolving matters by agreement rather than through litigation. This allows the parties to craft more creative agreements, potentially maintain an amicable relationship even after the case is resolved, and typically costs far less than litigation. On the other hand, when necessary,I am fully prepared to advocate for my clients in court to protect their interests. I have experience handling family law cases, real estate matters, contract disputes, business and employment issues, and many others. For the past 10 years,  I have helped my clients reach successful resolution in these areas, through negotiation, litigation, and appellate work. I also act as a mediator to help parties reach an agreed resolution.

I am a Member in the firm's Tacoma office. My practice involves the areas of estate planning, business law, and real estate with an emphasis on complex tax planning. Prior to joining Williams Kastner in 2000, I was a tax attorney in the national tax office of Arthur Andersen LLP in Washington D.C. With a Masters degree in taxation and years of experience focusing on the tax law with a national accounting firm, I bring a strong tax background to the firm.

David J. Britton is an attorney who represents clients in the Tacoma, Washington area. David Britton is recognized by peers and was selected to Rising Stars for 2005, 2009. This selection is based off of an evaluation of 12 indicators including peer recognition and professional achievement in legal practice.. David Britton chose to pursue a career in law after completing undergraduate studies. He attended Seattle University School of Law and graduated in 2001. David Britton passed the bar exam and was admitted to legal practice in 2001.. He represents clients with Real Estate: Business issues in Washington. He also represents clients with General Litigation and Personal Injury - General: Plaintiff issues.. Being selected to Rising Stars is limited to a small number of attorneys in each state. As one of the few attorneys to garner the distinction of Rising Stars, David Br

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Chad’s practice is focused on business, commercial real estate, and construction law, which includes both transactional and litigation matters.. From his experience as executive, in-house counsel to a development and construction firm, he brings an ability to relate to and appreciate his client’s has also served as a guest lecturer to architects and contractors on AIA Construction Contract Documents. In 2007, Chad was honored as member of the “40 Under Forty” by the Business Examiner.

Brianne focuses her practice on estate planning, probate and business law and has since she became an attorney.  She enjoys working with clients to create lasting estate plans, advise executors and trustees in the administration of all types and sizes of estates, and advise business owners in all aspects of their businesses.  Brianne strives to make the legal process as painless as possible for her clients.  She relates to her clients and provides them with quality legal services that address their specific needs.. Brianne grew up in Gig Harbor and is a proud graduate of Bellarmine Prep. She lives in Gig Harbor with her husband, Brian, and her two kids, Kate & Max. In her hours outside of the office, Brianne loves running, reading, cooking, playing with her kids, learning about entrepreneurship & appreciating the beauty of the PNW.

Brad Jones is a litigator practicing environmental and complex securities and business litigation, with an emphasis on class actions. A Super Lawyer for each of the last eight years, Brad has recovered over $100 million for plaintiffs he has represented and has successfully defended clients against numerous multi-million dollar lawsuits. Brad has particular expertise in defending against Clean Water Act citizen suits and representing parties in litigating environmental cleanup responsibilities under CERCLA and the Model Toxics Control Act. He has achieved multi-million dollar judgments in arbitration and litigation in both state and federal courts and has successfully mediated dozens of cases.. Brad’s clients have included the Washington Department of Natural Resources, King County, the cities of Seattle and Tacoma, and numerous Fortune 500 companies. Brad began his career representing various public utility defendants in the WPPSS securities fraud lawsuit.. An active supporter of the arts, Brad has served as a board member and past president of the Tacoma Art Museum, a board member of Arts Fund, and a board member of Crows Shadow Art Institute. When he’s not working, his favorite place to be is his cabin in the San Juan Islands where he likes to spend his time fishing and tending his garden. His second favorite place in the world is Italy.

Bill Lynn has been with GTH since 1979 and his approach has always been characterized by an emphasis on problem-solving. His primary areas of practice include land use and zoning, real estate, environmental law, and municipal law. He has provided land-use representation for large and small residential, commercial, industrial and mixed-use projects throughout the Puget Sound area and is experienced at litigating matters under the State Environmental Policy Act.. An active member of his community, Bill has served on the board of the Cascade Land Conservancy and on the legal trust committee of the Building Industry Association of Washington. He has been a member of the board of directors of Tacoma/Pierce County Habitat for Humanity since 2009 and he is also a longstanding supporter of the Point Defiance Zoological Society.

Before becoming an attorney in 1988, I bought, developed and sold real property, served on the Tacoma Pierce County Multiple Listing board as a member and president and was active in the Tacoma Board of Realtors where he served on the governing board. After beginning practice as an attorney, I continued to be involved in the real estate industry as a member of the board of directors for the Master Builders Association of Pierce County for 10 years, and am now a lifetime board member.. Among my many community activities, one of my most recent was perhaps the most rewarding. I served as a past president of The Tacoma Rescue Mission, where I also served as a Board Member for seven years.. My practice includes a broad range of real estate related legal services that are identified below in four (4) categories:. Real Estate. Boundary disputes. Condemnation. Conditions, covenants and restrictions. Easements. Environmental threshold determinations. Dispute resolution. Land use planning. Leases and rental agreements. Platting and subdivision of real property. Purchase and sales agreements. Real estate and asset based financing. Title insurance. Water rights and transfers. Zoning hearings. Quiet Title actions. Land Use and Zoning. Amnesty permits (Pierce County). Annexation and related agreements. Bulkhead permits. Compliance with requirements of real property development under the Growth           management Act. Conditional use permits. Critical areas (e.g., wetlands, flood hazard areas, steep slopes, fish and wildlife habitat, geological hazards, shoreline management and other critical areas regulations). Dock permits. Environmental remediation. Formal plats. Large lot plats. Non-conforming use permits. Planned development districts. Rezones, conditional use permits, variances, development agreements and other land use entitlements. State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA). Shoreline substantial development permits, variances, conditional use permits, etc.. Short plats. Variances. Water rights, transfers and other issues. Construction. Breaches of contract. Change orders. Construction agreements. Construction claims. Construction delays. Cost overruns. Dispute resolution. Leasing agreements. Labor disputes. Mechanics’ liens. Sales agreements. Inverse Condemnation/Eminent Domain. Full payment for property rights to be taken by condemning agency. Full payment for diminution in value of remainder property, if applicable. Pre-condemnation land planning. Proof of Highest and Best Use of affected property. Reimbursement of relocation expenses, if applicable. Settlement objective usually significantly exceeding initial offers

Attorney Clinton Brink is a Tacoma native and a recent Vanderbilt University Law School graduate. Clinton has grown up around construction and has been involved in the family rental property business from an early age. After graduating cum laude from Vanderbilt University in 2014, Clinton scored highly on the LSAT and was accepted to Vanderbilt Law School with a sizable scholarship.. Despite attending law school out of state, Clinton returned home to Washington each summer. During his summers, Clinton interned successively for the Pierce County Prosecutor’s office, with the Honorable Judge Ronald B. Leighton of the Western Washington District Court, and with the Washington State Attorney General’s office. At each of these internships, Clinton wrote complicated briefs and polished his legal research and writing abilities.. Upon graduating law school in May 2017, Clinton  joined his father Terry at the Brink Law Firm.