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Estate Planning · Serving all of Washington

A Washington estate plan
that actually fits
your family.

Wills, trusts, probate, and elder law — drafted by attorneys who will explain what every paragraph means, and who will still be here when your family needs them.

Mount Rainier in soft Pacific Northwest light.

85+

Years serving Washington families

Statewide

We meet most clients remotely

Flat-fee

Available for common plans

Top-rated

AVVO & Martindale-Hubbell

Who we help

For families at every stage.

We work with Washingtonians at every stage of life, and we specialize in the questions that keep parents and property owners up at night.

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For families and individuals

Parents of young children

Naming guardians and protecting assets for kids — without leaving anything to a judge to decide.

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For business owners

Business & property owners

Ensuring that what you built passes the way you intend — with the business succession piece built in.

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For complex families

Blended families

Careful, thoughtful planning to avoid future conflict — even when the structure is anything but standard.

An older couple at home.

For retirees

Retirees and seniors

Disability planning, powers of attorney, and health care directives — peace of mind, not paperwork.

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For families in probate

After a loss

Steady, experienced representation through probate — the practical and the personal both, together.

Not sure yet?

Most clients call to ask whether they need a plan. We'll tell you honestly, on the first call.

Call (360) 748-3386

Our services

A full estate practice, under one roof.

Most of our clients work with us across multiple matters over the years. The full menu is here when you need it.

Estate Administration
Disability Planning
Wills
Revocable Living Trusts
Powers of Attorney
Health Care Directives
Probate & Non-Probate Transfer
Tax Planning
Business Succession Planning
Special Needs Planning
Charitable Giving Strategies

Our approach

What working with us looks like.

01

A real conversation

A phone call or video meeting to understand your family, your assets, and what matters to you.

02

A plan built around your life

We draft the plan ourselves — no template mill, no paralegal hand-off. You meet with the attorney who drafts your documents.

03

Signing & storage

We walk you through every document so you understand what you're signing. You leave with originals, digital copies, and a plan you understand.

04

Here when needed

Estate planning isn't a one-time transaction. We're the firm your family calls when something changes — or goes wrong.

Why families choose us

Not the cheapest. We're worth it.

  • Attorneys who pick up the phone.

  • Over 85 years of Washington-specific experience.

  • Adjacent practices — business, real estate, tax — under one roof.

  • Transparent flat-fee pricing for most plans.

Frequently asked

Questions families ask first.

Do I really need an estate plan if I don't own a lot?

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Yes. Estate planning isn't about wealth — it's about making decisions now instead of leaving them to a judge later.

Can we do this remotely?

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Most of our estate planning clients never set foot in our office. Video meetings, secure document sharing, and mail-in signing make it straightforward.

What does a typical estate plan cost?

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We offer flat-fee engagements for most common plans. We'll quote a fixed price at the end of your first consultation.

How long does the process take?

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Most plans are complete within 4–6 weeks of the initial meeting.

What's the difference between a will and a trust?

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A will directs what happens to your assets after death; a trust can manage assets during your life and after. We'll recommend the right fit in your consultation.

Ready to start?

Book a 30-minute consultation.

We'll tell you honestly whether you need a plan, and what it would cost. No pressure, no template pitch.