Firm: Ahrens DeAngeli Law Group
701 5th Avenue , Seattle , Washington 98104
Practice Areas: Elder Law
Peter C. Sisson founded the Boise law firm Sisson & Sisson, the Elder Law Firm, PLLC in 1992. He has been a practicing lawyer since 1988. His law practice emphasizes a holistic and comprehensive legal practice approach to the issues seniors face as they age. Pete's elder law practice anticipates and provides legal services to the firm’s clients as their circumstances and health care needs change. The firm establishes long-standing relationships with clients and families so that on-going services are provided with continuity. Pete’s law practice includes: Medicaid and VA Benefits Planning, Elder Care Focused Estate Planning, Asset Protection Planning, Special Needs Trust Planning, Guardianships, Conservatorships, and Probate & Trust Administration.. In 2014, Pete merged his elder law practice with Ahrens DeAngeli Law Group LLP. Ahrens DeAngeli specializes in wealth, asset protection and tax/estate planning. The newly formed firm is uniquely positioned to help families protect assets no matter whether the concern is addressing long-term care costs, business liabilities or more complex estate/tax issues.. Pete is an Accredited Estate Planner Emeritus and is an Accredited Veteran Attorney by the Department of Veteran's Affairs. He is a member of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys, Past-President and Board Member of The Idaho Quality of Life Coalition (formerly the Idaho End of Life Coalition, the Idaho State Hospice and Palliative Care Organization and The Better Way Coalition) and a member of the Idaho State Bar Section on Taxation, Probate, and Trust Law.He has in the past served on or currently serves on the board of directors for numerous local organizations including: the Idaho chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association, SunHealth Behavioral Systems (a psychiatric hospital), The Better Way Coalition, and the Life Care Planning Law Firms Association. He is licensed to practice law in Washington, Idaho, California and Montana. He received his law degree from Washington University School of Law in St. Louis, graduating Order of the Coif, an honor awarded to those who are in the top 10% of their law school class.Pete regularly published educational articles and lectures on the legal, financial and health issues experienced by families who are dealing with a spouse or parent’s long-term care needs. He has presented to a variety of groups including: AARP, the Governor's Conference on Aging, Idaho Roundtable (financial professionals), The Idaho Chapter of the National Association of Social Workers, The Idaho Society of CPAs, A Better Way Coalition, Idaho Alzheimer's Association, Stand By You (Area Agency on Aging and Idaho Commission on Aging joint project), Boise Estate Planning Council, Treasure Valley Estate Planning Council, University of Idaho's Cooperative Extension System, the Idaho Young President's Organization and various support groups. He also has presented numerous continuing education courses for health, legal and financial professionals. Pete now lives in Seattle, Washington with his wife, Rosalie. They have two daughters, Allie and Mimi, two dogs, and one cat. Pete feels incredibly lucky to be able to assist seniors and their families as his life’s work. Since moving to Washington, Pete has created The Long-Term Care Project, a pro bono legal clinic offering representation to low income/low resource seniors under the auspices of Senior Rights Assistance, a program of the non-profit organization Sound Generations.
Firm: Safe Harbor Legal Solutions
2219 Rimland Drive, Suite 411 , Bellingham , Washington 98226
Practice Areas: Elder Law
Phil George is a proud son of the Pacific Northwest, deeply connected to the needs of Washington families. Raised in the logging communities of western Washington and southeast Alaska, Phil learned the values of hard work and community from his father, a log scaler, and his mother, a fifth-grade teacher.. After graduating from Everett High School (Go Seagulls!), Phil earned his undergraduate degree from Western Washington University and began his career at Boeing’s Everett facility as an Industrial Engineer. However, his passion for helping others and a desire to make a greater impact led him to pursue a career in law.. In 2011, Phil left Boeing to enroll at the University of Washington School of Law. While there, he trained under one of the state's top Elder Law attorneys, gaining expertise in estate and retirement planning. Phil’s dedication to empowering families inspired him to become a community leader on end-of-life and retirement issues.. Phil serves on the Board of Directors for the Whatcom Hospice Foundation and the Advisory Committee for the Bellingham Senior Activity Center. He also hosts The Aging Hour, a weekly radio show providing insights and advice on achieving a secure and fulfilling retirement.. As the founder of Safe Harbor Legal Solutions, Phil returned to Whatcom County with a mission: to help families navigate the complexities of retirement and estate planning. With a personalized, comprehensive approach, Phil and his team ensure that each client’s unique needs and dreams are at the center of their planning process.. When you work with Phil, you’re not just preparing for the future—you’re building peace of mind for the journey ahead.
Firm: Florea Munroe Law
2150 N. 107th St, Suite 440 , Seattle , Washington 98133
Practice Areas: Elder Law
Firm: Elder Law Offices of Meyers, Neubeck & Hulford, P.S.
2828 Northwest Ave , Bellingham , Washington 98225
Practice Areas: Elder Law
Sara graduated from Western Washington University in 2008 having focused on global human rights issues. It was a natural transition to begin working at the Elder Law Offices in 2011. Sara assists clients with trust & estate planning for all ages including long term care and medicaid planning, vulnerable adult and disability planning, and guardianship matters.
Firm: Perlin Law
500 Yale Ave N , Seattle , Washington 98109
Practice Areas: Elder Law
Firm: Avery Elder Law, PS
Pacific Harbor Building , Bellingham , Washington 98229
Practice Areas: Elder Law
Steve received his Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with an emphasis in Computer Applications and Systems Analysis from California State University Fresno. He received his law degree from the San Joaquin College of Law in Fresno, California, graduating in the top ten of his class. Steve has practiced law since 1994. He is licensed to practice law in Washington and California. Steve was named a Washington Rising Star (only 2.5% of Washington lawyers) by Washington Super Lawyers Magazine in 2013.. Steve's practice includes estate planning, trusts (including special needs trusts for disabled individuals), planning for incapacity/disability, probate, long-term care planning (Medicaid), and mediations.. He is a member of the Washington State Bar Association and the California State Bar Association. Steve is the founder of the Bellingham Bay Marathon, and served as the Chairman of the Board of Directors and Race Director of its inaugural race in 2007.
Firm: Virginia A Clifford
2646 R.W. Johnson Blvd SW , Tumwater , Washington 98512
Practice Areas: Elder Law
I enjoy making complicated legal issues simple to accomplish the goals for my clients, who usually are families of modest means needing advice and assistance. I practice in the areas of elder law, estate planning (wills, powers of attorney and trusts) and Guardianships. I also do some family law cases- seeking settlement if possible so that people can resolve their issues and get on with their lives. It is important to me that my clients understand what their choices are, and that they know what the next steps are when they leave my office. I'm always available to answer questions for clients and former clients. I enjoy singing and hiking.
