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I have been an attorney since November 1981 and have tried different areas of the law, before finding my niche in real estate and general business law.  I am a native of Seattle, having completed both my undergraduate and law degrees in in the state of Washington.  I am now working part-time and have moved my practice to the South Sound (Grapeview, WA) but still serve clients in the greater Seattle area. I bring a wealth of experience and common sense to my clients' cases and pride myself in effectively, ethically and efficiently resolving my clients' matters.

Nicole M. Potebnya represents businesses and individual clients in a variety of real estate and business matters.  Nicole has nearly a decade of experience resolving general contract issues, negotiating and structuring commercial leases and sales contracts, and advising in land use and permitting matters.  Further, Nicole is experienced in administrative hearings and appeals before the Washington courts.. Before opening TEPHRA LAW, PLLC with her partner, Rosie Boelens, Nicole was a partner with Phillips Burgess.  Further, Nicole spent over seven years as In-House Counsel and Managing Real Estate Broker for The Rants Group, a Thurston County commercial real estate and development firm. There, Nicole managed a robust real estate portfolio and advised employees and ownership on business, commercial, and residential real estate matters.  Before that, Nicole was an Assistant Attorney General with the Washington State Attorney General’s Office, representing the Department of Retirement Systems and acting as Lead Counsel for the State Department of Printing and the Employee Retirement Benefits Board.. Nicole has lived and worked in Olympia for the past two decades, giving her a unique and comprehensive understanding of the business and real estate fields in the region.

BACKGROUND. Adam Morrow has  been an attorney for 26 years, having represented clients in Medical Malpractice and personal injury cases and as a real estate attorney and broker representing home buyers and sellers in residential real estate transactions for the last 15 years (successfully represented buyers and sellers in short sales, traditional buyer/seller transactions, foreclosures, co-ops, and bankruptcy court sales).. SOUND COUNSEL REALTYSound Counsel Realty's business model is an original and innovative approach to the real estate industry combining a law firm and real estate brokerage into one entity. Sound Counsel provides all the services of a real estate brokerage (listing homes on the MLS, professional photography, high definition websites, designer signage, finding and viewing properties, generating offer) with all the services of a real estate attorney. SIGNIFICANT SAVINGS FOR TRADITIONAL HOMEOWNERSSound Counsel Realty charges most homeowners 2.5% commission instead of the 3% industry standard.. SHORT SALES AND FORECLOSURESAdam is dedicated to helping find solutions for homeowners facing foreclosure. Working with homeowners in distress is not only rewarding, Adam views it as a necessary and important obligation in today's housing market. As an attorney, he has a distinct advantage over real estate agents who are not authorized to provide legal advice. Working with banks, sellers, and other agents on behalf of distressed homeowners is a complex matter with a variety of significant legal issues. For those facing the prospect of losing their home, it is a critical advantage to have someone who is both an attorney and an agent on your side.. Adam has also successfully represented dozens of buyers who have purchase short sale properties. He knows the pitfalls involved in these transactions and ways to avoid potential issues. TRADITIONAL RESIDENTIAL TRANSACTIONS - BUYERS AND SELLERS. Closed over 400 transactions over the last decade. Contributor to Seattle Times regarding Real Estate Transactions.. CREDENTIALS. Admitted to the Washington State Bar 1997; Education; Washington State University,B.A.,1989,Political Sciences ; University of Wales,Swansea,United Kingdom,1990,International Relations; Seattle University School of Law,Juris Doctor,1997;Member of King County,Kitsap County and Washington State Bar Associations; Real Estate Broker and Owner of Sound Counsel,PLLC,d.b.a.,Sound Counsel Realty; Member of Northwest Multiple Listing Service; American Trial Lawyers Association; Admitted to practice law in all Washington State Superior Courts,Appellate Courts,Supreme Court,and the United States District Court for the Western District of Washington; 40 hours a year,5 consecutive years of Pro Bono services with a successful resolution in every case; Professional Fire Fighter 2009 - 2011; Board Member of Bainbridge Island Youth Services; Past volunteer West Sound Wildlife Shelter; National Basketball Team of Wales,1990; Proud husband and father.. AWARDS/ACHIEVEMENTS. Washington Law and Politics rated top 2% of all Washington lawyers under 40 by professional colleagues; Pro Bono award by Washington State Bar Association; Scholarship to University of Wales for International Relations; Starting member of University of Wales National Basketball Team; Successfully handled landmark case involving Hereditary Breast Ovarian Cancer Syndrome (HBOC) published on front page of Seattle Times  ;. Professional Firefighter/EMT; Washington State Fire Training Academy - Only fire fighter to have received the Fire Cheif's personal challenge coin in the 27 year history of the Academy; Only fire fighter in the history of the Bainbridge Island Fire Department to have received the "1st Due Engine Award", "Bull Dog Award", and Fire Chief's coin from the WSFTA. Also received "Most Inspirational Award" by fire fighter peers as a volunteer fire fighter.. TESTIMONIALS. Working with Adam Morrow on the purchase of our new home was by far the best experience we have had in any real estate transaction. His professionalism and attention to detail far surpassed our expectations. Not only is he a real estate broker, he is a real estate attorney. The fact that we had legal representation when purchasing our home was a significant benefit. Knowing that Adam has a comprehensive understanding of contract law, and that he was in our corner, was very comforting. I have recommended Adam to several of my physician colleagues, and will continue to recommend him to all of my friends, family, and associates who will be purchasing homes in the greater Seattle area in the future.. - Dr. David Cunningham $932,000 Buyer - Auburn, WA. Errol and I hired Adam to help us get a building permit and to request Kitsap County to vacate and transfer property they owned so we could build within the county’s setback requirements. Adam’s persistent, respectful approach to the county brought positive results. Adam is a patient listener who cares about what we really want. When we first met with him we were impressed by his patience and ability to understand our needs and wants. He has been punctual and we have received many timely communications from him giving us updates, explaining the legal issues in clear, easy to understand language and answering our questions. He has a good working knowledge and understanding of the real estate laws of this area.. - Errol and Robin Schmidt, Indianola, WA. We had a great experience all the way through the transaction. There were several points where we felt an additional level of comfort knowing Adam Morrow had a real estate law background in addition to being our agent. A+. - Scott Weller - CEO, Cequint$1,450,000 Buyer Short Sale - Bainbridge Island, WA. Mr. Morrow’s professional excellence was evident in every aspect of our experience. His expertise as an attorney at law and a real estate agent provided us with a very clear and straight forward experience in signing all agreements to list our property for sale. His marketing tools and plan is the most professional presentation I have seen in my 20 years of working with experienced brokers. Additionally, Mr. Morrow employed the most creative strategies in an effort to provide the property with the most exposure possible. His creativeness and flexibility enabled us to keep a fresh and visible listing amongst many listed properties in Kitsap County. As an Attorney at Law we were confident that the professional advice he provided was correct and sound. Mr. Morrow is one of Washington State’s finest brokers.. - Emily and Ed Wetzel, Poulsbo, WA. As an experienced commercial real estate broker and an attorney for more than a decade, I can say with the utmost confidence that Adam Morrow is an outstanding, knowledgeable, and personable attorney and real estate professional. He possesses many talents and abilities rarely encountered in other individuals. Whenever I have a difficult or complex problem or issue, I often speak to Adam to get his insightful and helpful feedback. Above all, Adam is one of the most ethical, loyal, and honest people I have ever met.. - Berge Hovsepian, Associate Broker, Attorney at Law, Pallis Realty Advisors, Inc., Bellevue, WA

Piper provides legal services specifically tailored to meet the needs of clients in a timely manner. She strives to make a positive difference in lives of her clients through her work.  She graduated from the University of Puget Sound and received her law degree in 1994 from the Columbus School of Law at Catholic University of America in Washington, D.C. She began her legal career as a public defender representing clients in District and Superior Courts in Pierce and Snohomish Counties. In 2000, Piper took a position with United States Senator Maria Cantwell collaborating on solutions for community leaders and constituents throughout Northwest Washington. Following this policy and outreach work, Piper continued to use her legal skills and experience in government to work for a statewide nonprofit. In 2006, Piper took time to focus on raising her two children. During this time, Piper handled cases pro bono for the King County Bar Association and advocated for children as a Court Appointed Special Advocate. Since moving to Bainbridge Island, Piper has volunteered as a mediator with the Kitsap County Dispute Resolution Center. Piper handles property matters, real estate transactions and land use, as well as business issues and limited estate planning. Piper serves as a judge pro tempore for Bainbridge Island Municipal Court and Kitsap County District Court. She also serves as a trustee for the Kitsap County Bar Association and as a board member for the Bainbridge Island Schools Foundation.

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 sailing, flyfishing and snow skiing as well as family activities.. Thank you for visiting my profile and please contact me with your legal needs.

I have an active land use and real property practice, primarily focused in Eastern Washington and North Idaho. Over the last few years my practice has involved representing lenders and investors in foreclosures of commercial projects. This work has expanded my understanding not only of the legal aspects related to the use and development of real estate, but also real estate financing, title insurance and numerous other issues that arise in real estate secured transactions.. This year my firm, Winston & Cashatt, Lawyers, expanded its Coeur d' Alene office giving us a comfortable and convenient place to work and meet with our north Idaho clientele. We look forward to seeing you there!

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.

Thank you for your potential interest in engaging my firm's services to assist you. Over the past 30 years I have acquired expertise in a number of legal areas including residential and commercial real estate, corporate law, entity formation, estate and probate, dog law, and litigation.  I have a ***** (Five Star) Yelp rating which is indicative of the high level of service I provide. If you are interested in additional experience and qualifications, please read on.. IN-DEPTH REAL ESTATE EXPERIENCE:. Over the years, I have served the needs of hundreds of clients, some of whom are well known in our community.  This includes the founder of Horizon Airlines in dealing with difficult/complicated real estate deals.  It is by no coincidence that clients enjoy working with me and likely become clients for life. In addition to possessing a great depth of knowledge and relevant experience, I am a consummate professional and work diligently to complete my tasks -- whether big or small, extremely complex or simple.. CORPORATIONS/ENTITY FORMATION:. I have represented individuals and corporations from mom and pop to Royal Greenland U.S., Inc., a subsidiary of Royal Greenland A/S, a huge conglomerate and "Purveyor to the Royal Danish Court".  I have also represented real estate company investors, restaurants, wireless companies, a Washington Lottery winner, a marble and tile company, nightclubs, bars, among so many other companies.  I have also evaluated over 100 companies from the standpoint of a venture capitalist from 1999 through 2009.  I have formed numerous companies and formed one of the very first limited liability companies in Washington in 1994.. MEDIA EXPOSURE/EXPERIENCE:. I have also had my share of media attention in relation to my law practice, having been interviewed on National Public Radio, by the major Seattle television stations, including in-studio, and having been quoted in local papers including the Seattle Times, Seattle Post Intelligencer and the Stranger. I also appeared in a television documentary regarding a legal issue in which I was involved. Finally, for the novelty of it, I appeared on The Judge Judy show in an episode which aired on March 29, 2018. Of course I won and Judge Judy threw the book at my opponent. It was quite an experience so feel free to ask me about it.. REALTOR/C.P.A.:. I also bring to the table my prior experience selling real estate and being involved in several personal real estate transactions. Lastly, I attained the C.P.A. designation many years ago, which occasionally is useful in the real estate transactional work I am involved in.. ZEALOUS ADVOCACY:. When doing real estate litigation, clients ask me if I am a "pit bull". My answer is that in circumstances in which it furthers my clients' interests, I am the most tenacious and zealous advocate they could have possibly hired to protect their interests. However, in many situations, finesse is the best tactic to use in order to get the job done. I have sent many pit-bull lawyers home with their tails between their legs after out-finessing them while ignoring their juvenile and unprofessional antics.. I was very active growing up and played soccer, basketball and tennis.  I also water and snow skied.  These activities continued as an adult to some extent until I had to have 3 surgeries on my knees and finally a replacement (5/12/21).  I will also have the other one replaced this year and should be able to pick up where I left off several years ago.  My passion is soccer and I led my men's soccer team into the premier league to play against ex-pros.  While that leval of play was short-lived, I was able to "sweep" (last guy back except the keeper) for the former Turkish National and World Cup keeper.  I have also attended the World Cups in Germany (2006) and Brazil (2014) and was hosted by the Sounder's owner in Germany.  Another leisure activity I partake in is playing music.  I play the alto saxophone and  currently play in the West Seattle Big Band (24 years) and a saxophone quartet.  While I am an average player, I was able to take lessons from local legend, Johny Jesson, whose instructed Kenny G. (solo artist) and Don Lanphere (Woody Herman's Second Herd).. Regardless of whether you need legal help in resolving a complex case, or if you simply need some sage advice, it would be my pleasure to assist you.. Very Best Regards,. Robert

Lars E. Neste is a shareholder at Demco Law Firm. He joined the firm in 2000 and is a member of the Washington and Oregon State Bar Associations. Mr. Neste’s practice focuses on real estate litigation, primarily representing some of the largest real estate brokers in Washington and Oregon.. He is approved as a continuing education instructor for real estate licensees by the Washington Department of Licensing and regularly teaches all areas of real estate law to real estate professionals. Mr. Neste has served on the Planning Committee for the Washington State Bar Association Annual Fall Real Estate Conference and has also taught continuing legal education courses for attorneys. Mr. Neste is actively involved in the creation and updating of real estate industry forms and practices.. Mr. Neste is a 1998 graduate of Northwestern School of Law of Lewis and Clark College in Portland, Oregon where he was a member and associate editor of the Law Review and awarded the West Publishing Company Corpus Juris Secundum award in 1996. He enjoys boating, dirt biking and skiing for recreation.

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.