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Amanda M. O'Halloran
Tacoma, WA Attorney with 29 years of experience
Employment
Seattle University School of Law and University of Washington School of Law
A Seattle native, Amanda O’Halloran joined the firm in 1995, after graduating from Seattle University School of Law. She focuses her practice primarily on providing employment law advice to a diverse group of businesses, ranging from car dealerships and other retail establishments to healthcare providers, financial services companies, non-profits, and private membership associations. She is frequently called upon to provide advice on difficult employment terminations, conducting internal harassment and discrimination investigations, drafting employment agreements and other contracts, and developing anti-harassment policies and conducting training. Amanda works closely with Human Resource personnel, executive management, and business owners to resolve...
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Edgar Hall
Tacoma, WA Lawyer with 15 years of experience
Free ConsultationBankruptcy and Consumer
University of San Diego School of Law
My practice is focused is focused on resolving debt issues, protecting assets, and litigation regarding the same for individuals and small to mid size businesses. Prior to founding Washington Debt Law, PLLC, I worked at one of the largest creditor side law firms, representing financial institutions in bankruptcy, eviction, foreclosure, and litigation matters.
Having both creditor and debtor side experience brings a nuanced approach in dealing with creditors as I am familiar with their tactics, budgets, resources, and how best to find an effective approach. Our major solutions focus on litigation, settlement, bankruptcy, and out of court...
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Aaron VanderPol
Auburn, WA Lawyer with 8 years of experience
Free ConsultationWorkers' Comp
Gonzaga University School of Law
Aaron "AJ" VanderPol has years of experience fighting for injured workers in the L&I system. He's litigated cases at the Board of Industrial Insurance Appeals and in Washington Courts and recovered millions of dollars in settlements, Board awards, and expected pension payouts.
AJ founded Green River Law, PLLC with the central idea that injured workers need advocates. Every worker pays into Washington's worker's compensation system and that system should support workers when they need it the most.
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Robert D. Bohm
Federal Way, WA Lawyer with 46 years of experience
Free ConsultationUniversity of Arizona
For 40 years, Robert has limited his practice to the representation of people injured through the negligence of others, including while on the property of others, in motor vehicle and commercial truck collisions, in wrecks caused by drunk drivers, as well as those who have been harmed in nursing home and other care facilities. He has represented thousands of Arizonans and Washingtonians who have been injured by the misconduct of others. On behalf of his clients he has collected millions of dollars from large insurance companies, major corporations, and numerous others who have caused harm to those clients....
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Eileen S. Peterson
Tacoma, WA Lawyer with 37 years of experience
Arbitration & Mediation
Seattle University School of Law
There are few attorneys in the Pacific Northwest who possess as much knowledge and experience in the field of elder law as Eileen Peterson. In fact, she is the only attorney in Pierce County certified as an Elder Law Attorney by the National Elder Law Foundation since the program began in 1994.
Eileen has also served as Chair of the Guardianship Task Force for WSBA Elder Law Section from 2007-2013 and was the recipient of the WSBA Elder Law Exceptional Service Award in 2009. She is a frequent speaker and presenter on a wide range of topics including elder law, guardianship,...
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Eric D. Gilman
Tacoma, WA Lawyer
Business and Employment
University of Washington-Seattle and Seattle University School of Law
Eric represents victims of wrongful termination, unfair wage and hour practices, workplace harassment, and discrimination; whistleblowers who suffer retaliation after standing up for themselves or others; and entrepreneurs crossed by former business partners. As a civil litigator and class action attorney, he routinely assists individuals and entities in employment litigation, consumer protection actions, and complex business and contract lawsuits. Eric has prevailed in numerous appellate cases supporting worker rights, including before the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals and the Washington Supreme Court.
Mindful that most people seldom interact with the legal system, Eric uses his knowledge and experience to guide his...
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F. Richard Ricketts
Tacoma, WA Attorney with 20 years of experience
Arbitration & Mediation and Business
Seattle University School of Law
Since starting my practice in 2003, I have emphasized the provision of competent legal services at a cost which is adjusted for the client's particular situation. Hiring a lawyer is expensive for many reasons, but to the extent possible, I have tried to right size the fees we charge the client with the client's household income.
I focus my practice primarily in the family law area and have a great deal of experience in divorces, annulments, legal separations, child support modifications, parenting plan modifications and non parental custody cases.
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Roger Colin Schweinler
Tacoma, WA Attorney with 32 years of experience
Free ConsultationReal Estate
University of Puget Sound
Roger Schweinler has over 25 years of experience in handling family law matters in Pierce County.
Roger is dependable and reliable, and provides a comforting atmosphere for his clients. He is experienced in litigating complex dissolution cases, as well as highly conflicted custody cases. He is also aware that dispute resolution can be a beneficial tool in reaching amicable settlements.
He is extremely well qualified in the mediation of family law issues. Mr. Schweinler's overall goal is to provide competent and reliable representation in order to obtain the best possible results for his clients.
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Mr. Joshua D. Anderson
Bonney Lake, WA Lawyer with 16 years of experience
Insurance Claims
Seattle University School of Law
I grew up in Enumclaw, Washington, with a close-knit family who instilled in me the values of family, faith, and hard work. Growing up, I enjoyed fishing, skiing, and being outdoors. I have wanted to be a lawyer from my youth. The allure of fighting for the little guy,speaking up for the vulnerable, and seeking justice led me to a career as a personal injury attorney. To this end, I attended the University of San Diego and graduated Cum Laude from Seattle University School of Law. After earning my degree, I served as an extern for the Seattle...
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Thaddeus Dale Sikes
Gig Harbor, WA Lawyer with 20 years of experience
(253) 303-2044
4423 Point Fosdick Drive NW, Suite 100-9
Gig Harbor, WA 98335
Free ConsultationWorkers' Comp
Seattle University School of Law
Thaddeus D. Sikes practices workers compensation law, fighting for the rights of injured workers trapped in an L&I bureaucracy captured by employers who exert inappropriate influence through their multiple agents and representatives, adjusters, third party administrators, retro groups, and defense attorneys. The balance of power has shifted to employers, to the overwhelming detriment of workers. Mr. Sikes has dedicated his education, training and life's work to resetting the balance. Mr. Sikes received his law degree from Seattle University School of Law, and subsequently obtained his license to practice in the State of Washington in 2003. He exclusively represents injured...
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Theresa Thi Nguyen
Renton, WA Attorney with 9 years of experience
Business, Immigration, Real Estate and Tax
University of Washington School of Law and Nova Southeastern University
Theresa is an expert in legal matters pertaining to Tax, Business, Estate Planning, Immigration and Probate. With a Masters in Taxation from UW, her knowledge and expertise in these matters surpass the majority of her peers. She uses her abilities to give back and add value to Seattle-Tacoma, which has nurtured her into the attorney she is today.
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Lincoln Charles Beauregard
Tacoma, WA Attorney with 22 years of experience
Products Liability
University of Washington School of Law
LINCOLN BEAUREGARD is a founding partner of Connelly Law Offices. He is a seasoned plaintiff trial lawyer with an in-depth knowledge of abuse of power, personal injury, civil rights and insurance bad faith law. Lincoln’s track record lists dozens of jury trials and settlements that far exceed multi-million dollar results on behalf of his clients. His powerful courtroom reputation brings him some of the best, most complicated cases in Washington state. Lincoln’s verdicts have frequently exceeded multiples of 10-50 times the last settlement offer and are consistently affirmed on appeal. Lincoln also has appellate expertise and has been...
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Jane Ryan Koler
Gig Harbor, WA Lawyer with 40 years of experience
Administrative, Business, Environmental and Real Estate
Seattle University School of Law and University of Washington School of Law
For the past 30 years, she has represented businesses and individuals interfacing with the government; she helps businesses and individuals obtain all types of zoning and land use permits, assists individuals facing government compliance and penalty actions and represents individuals with property disputes about easements, boundaries and adverse possession. She also obtains licenses for all types of business enterprises. Ms. Koler frequently challenges arbitrary requirements associated with government compliance and land use permitting. See Guimont v. Clark, 121 Wn.2d 586 (Washington Supreme Court invalidated state law imposing mobile home relocation fee on developer); Berst v. Snohomish...
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Andrea H. McNeely
Tacoma, WA Lawyer with 19 years of experience
Administrative, Appeals, Business and Employment
Seattle University School of Law and University of Washington School of Law
Andrea is a trial lawyer with an emphasis in business and employment litigation for both plaintiffs and defendants. She has successfully represented clients litigating shareholder, non-competition, and employment discrimination disputes, and obtained pre-trial injunctions. She has achieved jury verdicts enforcing her clients’ contract rights, represented clients in trust and estates disputes, and obtained protection for vulnerable adults. She also regularly represents clients in the areas of regulatory monitoring and advocacy, including extensive work in alcohol regulation and policy, and with Washington's Liquor and Cannabis Board.
Andrea joined GTH in 2005 after graduating from Seattle University School of Law,...
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Salvador A. Mungia
Tacoma, WA Attorney with 40 years of experience
Appeals, Business, Consumer and Real Estate
Georgetown University Law Center
Sal practices in state and federal courts throughout the state of Washington and has litigated most of the Western states as well. One focus of Sal’s practice is medical negligence, wrongful death, and serious injury cases. Sal has represented patients who have been injured as a result of doctors, nurses, and emergency room physicians making mistakes resulting in death, paralysis, brain injuries and loss of life or harm to babies. Sal has brought actions against Multicare, CHI Franciscan, Harborview, Children’s Hospital, and Swedish Medical center among others. Sal’s cases have involved surgeons, OBGYN doctors, Emergency Department...
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Gregory Anthony Williams
University Place, WA Lawyer with 19 years of experience
(253) 396-9000
4109 Bridgeport Way W
Suite E
University Place, WA 98466
Employment
Seattle University School of Law
I aggressively pursue legal remedies on behalf of my clients to the fullest extent of the law by providing forceful, commanding, and bold attorney representation; as a result, I GET results!
At the end of the day, I hope to make meaningful connections with honest hard-working people. Ultimately, my goal is to form lifelong relationships with my clients--I'll work on your case as if I were a member of your family; I invite you to consider becoming a member of ours.
My practice areas include the following:
(1) Employment Discrimination;
(2) Disparate Treatment;
(3) Disparate Impact;...
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Jason Benjamin
Tacoma, WA Attorney with 28 years of experience
Arbitration & Mediation
Seattle University School of Law
Jason Benjamin has spent the past 23 years immersing himself in the intricacies of Family Law and particularly Child Custody cases. He has personally handled more than 1000 cases where child custody is at issue.
He particularly welcomes families who have emergency custody, domestic violence or restraining order issues, as he can typically obtain appropriate orders within hours to protect you and the children.
From the beginning of his legal career, Jason has aggressively advocated on behalf of victims of domestic violence (even when domestic violence was not treated seriously by the courts). He understands the complexities of...
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Bryce Downer
Kent, WA Attorney with 9 years of experience
Immigration
University of Idaho College of Law
As a dedicated partner at Novo Legal Group, Bryce serves clients across the United States, representing them before U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), the Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR), the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA), and the Department of State (DOS). With a strong commitment to immigrants' and workers' rights, Bryce actively collaborates with labor unions to assist their members with immigration issues.
In addition to his legal practice, Bryce frequently shares his expertise by providing legal analysis and explaining immigration law and policy on local news and radio programs.
Memberships and Affiliations:
Colorado Bar Association, Member
Denver Bar Association, Member
American Immigration...
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Rachel Rolfs
Tacoma, WA Attorney with 18 years of experience
Arbitration & Mediation
Seattle University School of Law
I've been practicing family law in Pierce County since 2006, including divorces, custody, child support, modifications. I handle contested cases, agreed cases, and collaborative cases.
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Jonathan Moffitt
Tacoma, WA Lawyer with 10 years of experience
Arbitration & Mediation
Regent University School of Law
There are two things that are more important than anything to Assistant Managing Attorney Jonathan Moffitt, his faith and his family. Because of these values and his belief that every parent has a right to be intimately involved in the lives and upbringing of their children, Jonathan chooses to practice family law as a primary component of his practice.
As a husband and father of four, Jonathan understands the bond between a parent and child. This is a bond that should not be interfered with lightly and one that should be fought for vigorously.
Additionally, there are two characteristics that Jonathan values...
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Benjamin D. Cornell
Tacoma, WA Attorney with 12 years of experience
Immigration
Willamette University College of Law
Benjamin Cornell is an immigration attorney serving the greater Pacific Northwest. After receiving his J.D. from Willamette University College of Law in 2011, he began his legal career in Nevada, spending four years in a practice emphasizing supreme court appeals, post-conviction writs, and criminal defense.
In 2015, Mr. Cornell relocated to the Tacoma area, where he now focuses exclusively on immigration law. With an office just minutes away from the Northwest Detention Center, he seeks to provide the best possible representation to non-citizens facing the threat of removal from the United States. Mr. Cornell is dedicated to...
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Steven J. Krupa
Tacoma, WA Lawyer with 30 years of experience
Free ConsultationWhite Collar Crime
Seattle University School of Law
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Kenneth Gorton
University Place, WA Lawyer with 17 years of experience
(253) 292-1928
4113 Bridgeport Way West
Suite D
University Place, WA 98466
Free ConsultationConsumer
Pepperdine University School of Law
Kenneth Gorton is a litigation attorney in Washington. He has dedicated his career to advocating for injured and disabled people. He has recovered tens of millions of dollars in verdicts and settlements, and represented hundreds of clients in personal injury, consumer protection, and other types of cases. Mr. Gorton received the highest possible rating by AVVO, one of the best-known ranking services for lawyers, which rates him as 10 out of 10 (superb). He is also a member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum, which only admits trial attorneys who have demonstrated “superior results in...
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Patrick Arthur Palace
University Place, WA Attorney with 32 years of experience
(253) 627-3883
4009 Bridgeport Way West, Suite B
University Place, WA 98466
Free ConsultationWorkers' Comp
Loyola University Chicago School of Law
PATRICK A. PALACE is the owner of Palace Law, a firm of workers' compensation and personal injury attorneys. Patrick was the President of the Washington State Bar Association (WSBA) 2013-2014. He is a member of the National Conference of Bar Presidents (2014-present) that prepares and trains Bar leadership nationwide. Currently serving on the NCBP Executive Counsel. He is currently the co-chair of the 21st Century Lawyer NCBP committee. He chaired the WSBA Future of the Profession Committee 2013-2015. Additionally, he served on the WSBA Board of Governors from 2008 – 2011, the Washington Association of Justice Board...
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Bradley B. Jones
Tacoma, WA Attorney with 37 years of experience
Arbitration & Mediation, Environmental and Securities
Seattle University School of Law
His primary areas of practice at GTH include environmental law with an emphasis on negotiations, mediation and litigation involving responsibility for hazardous and toxic waste cleanup. Brad has extensive experience in complex securities and business litigation, he has prosecuted several successful class actions, and he is often asked to speak about hazardous waste issues, environmental master planning, and liability issues affecting real estate transactions.
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Amy Jones
Puyallup, WA Attorney with 18 years of experience
Free ConsultationInsurance Claims
Mercer University Walter F. George School of Law
Amy Jones earned her Juris Doctorate from the Walter F. George School of Law at Mercer University located in Macon, Georgia. She was admitted to the Georgia Bar in November 2005. After receiving her law degree, Amy represented injured workers in their on-the-job injuries. In addition, she served as a Special Attorney General representing the Georgia Department of Human Resources Child Support Division. Amy moved to the Northwest in 2008 and obtained her Bar Licenses in both Oregon and Washington.
Prior to joining Sears Injury Law, she worked for the law firm of Driggs, Bills & Day for over seven (7)...
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Victor J. Torres
Maple Valley, WA Attorney with 17 years of experience
Free ConsultationConsumer and Products Liability
Seattle University School of Law
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Dianne K. Conway
Tacoma, WA Attorney with 26 years of experience
Appeals, Environmental, Real Estate and Tax
University of Virginia School of Law and University of Washington School of Law
Dianne’s practice areas include environmental law, real estate litigation, natural resources law, and land use. Her commitment to these issues also extends to her life outside of work. She has co-authored articles about environmental issues and litigation, and she served as a member and officer of the Board of Trustees of the AgForestry Education Foundation from 2007 to 2012. Dianne also served on the Point Defiance Zoo Society’s Board of Directors for 11 years, including as President, and was chair of the 2013 Zoobilee. Currently, she serves on the Board of Directors of the fabulous Symphony Tacoma.
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F. Mike Shaffer
Tacoma, WA Lawyer
Environmental and Products Liability
Washington & Lee University School of Law
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Luis Alberto Cortes Romero
Kent, WA Lawyer with 7 years of experience
Appeals and Immigration
University of Idaho College of Law
As the managing partner in Novo Legal Group's Washington Office, Luis Cortes Romero focuses exclusively on immigration litigation. With extensive experience in trial and appellate cases, Luis has tackled a wide variety of immigration-related matters, including constitutional issues, immigration detention challenges, immigration consequences of criminal convictions, and waivers of inadmissibility. His expertise extends to high-profile constitutional litigation involving equal protection and due process claims, as well as representation in governmental investigations.
A DACA recipient himself, Luis made a significant impact as co-counsel in the landmark case DHS v. Regents of the University of California, which led the US Supreme Court to...
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Joseph Pendergast
Renton, WA Attorney with 31 years of experience
(425) 228-3860
555 South Renton Village Place
Suite 640
Renton, WA 98057
Free ConsultationUniversity of Oregon School of Law
Joseph "J.P." Pendergast, is the owner and managing attorney at the personal injury law firm of Pendergast Law in Washington state. As a former King County Deputy Prosecuting Attorney, he saw first-hand how people's lives were changed as a result of an accident. He has twenty-five years of experience in personal injury law representing the rights and interests of injured people throughout the state of Washington.
With extensive trial experience and intimate familiarity with the law, Mr. Pendergast has successfully procured well over a hundred million dollars in verdicts and settlements on behalf of his clients. He has handled a variety...
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Janta Steele
University Place, WA Lawyer with 5 years of experience
Free ConsultationReal Estate
I am curious about your story and want you to feel heard throughout your legal process, whether it is estate planning, a probate, a guardianship application, or something else. I want to level with you so I can give you quality advice that helps you move forward.
About me: I live in Lakewood, Washington with my husband, but grew up in British Columbia. I am very active in my church, and I got a puppy in 2023 so I could compete in dog agility. If you are curious about me, please don't hesitate to call. I would love to know...
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Michael Steven Clark
Tacoma, WA Attorney with 31 years of experience
Free ConsultationAppeals and Business
University of Washington School of Law and University of Puget Sound
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Erin Lane
Tacoma, WA Lawyer with 14 years of experience
Free ConsultationBankruptcy
Western Washington University
Erin Lane is one of the founding partners of Washington Law Group. She is caring, compassionate, and devoted to her clients. She came from a working class background and understands that money doesn't grow on trees. This is part of why she ended up thriving in her bankruptcy practice. She loves helping good people get back on their feet.
She thrives on helping honest and hard-working folks, who, often through no fault of their own, suddenly find themselves falling on hard times. Bankruptcy is one of the most powerful financial tools on the planet. And, Erin knows the bankruptcy code like...
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Douglas N. Kiger
Tacoma, WA Attorney with 27 years of experience
Business and Real Estate
Seattle University School of Law
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Andrew R. Buffington
Tacoma, WA Attorney with 14 years of experience
Free ConsultationWorkers' Comp
Seattle University School of Law
Bilingual English and Spanish-Speaking Lawyer Specializing in Workers Compensation and Immigration Law.
Based in Tacoma and serving clients around all areas of Washington State. Represents injured workers in all aspects of workers compensation claims.
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Christopher T L Brown
Olympia, WA Lawyer with 23 years of experience
Business, International and Tax
University of Washington School of Law and Willamette University College of Law
Practicing law in Washington and Oregon for 20 years in the areas of domestic and international tax law, simple and complex estate planning, business formations, business transactions, family succession and legacy planning.
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Valarie S. Zeeck
Tacoma, WA Lawyer with 29 years of experience
Employment
University of Missouri, Kansas City School of Law
Valarie Zeeck joined GTH in 1997. Her primary area of practice is employment law and litigation. She advises and provides training to owners, managers, and employees in employment law in order to help them reduce litigation expense and risk. She also defends employers in employment-related litigation, focusing on extracting clients from litigation at the earliest possible stage.
Valarie has written and co-authored several papers for legal publications and periodicals and has been a frequent speaker on legal matters at educational and business seminars. She is a member of the Pierce County chapter of Washington Women Lawyers.
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Michael T. Smith
Tacoma, WA Lawyer with 17 years of experience
Business and Real Estate
Seattle University School of Law and The George Washington University Law School
Michael T. Smith advises individuals and companies of all types and sizes regarding the proper formation and structure of a business entity (corporation, limited liability company, etc.), their general business and corporate matters, issues related to the purchase or sale or lease of real property and transactions to purchase or sell their business.
Michael also focuses his practice on assisting people prepare their estate plan, including wills, trusts, community property agreements, durable powers of attorney, health care directives, and helping families navigate and administer a loved one's estate in probate proceedings. Michael can also assist with guardianship proceedings for loved ones...
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Aaron Elinoff
Kent, WA Attorney with 10 years of experience
Immigration
University of San Diego School of Law
As a distinguished partner at Novo Legal, Aaron has amassed extensive experience representing clients across a diverse range of legal areas, including Criminal, Family, Immigration, and Civil matters. His litigation expertise spans tribunals from municipal courts to the prestigious 10th Circuit Court of Appeals. Aaron's dedication to staying abreast of the latest legal developments ensures that he consistently delivers outstanding results for his clients.
Memberships and Affiliations:
American Immigration Lawyers Association, Member
Colorado Hispanic Bar Association, Member
Colorado Bar Association, Member
Denver Bar Association, Member
Rocky Mountain Immigration Advocacy Network, Pro Bono Attorney
Bar Admissions:
Colorado
Illinois
Washington
US District Court, Colorado
US Bankruptcy Court, Colorado
10th Circuit Court of Appeals
Executive Office of...