Washington Lawyers - Bellingham

Explore Washington attorneys like Heather Wolf, James Sturdevant, Jamia Burns, Jason Smith, Jessica Carr, Jill Smith, John Keay, and Kenneth Karlberg. in cities like Bellingham, Bellingham, Bellingham, Bellingham and Bellingham. These attorneys specialize in in Zip codes like 98225, 98225, 98226.
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Heather Wolf

Firm: Brownlie Evans Wolf & Lee LLP
230 E Champion St , Bellingham , Washington 98225
Practice Areas: Land Use & Zoning
I have been practicing real estate, land use, and business law in Bellingham since 1997. My main area of focus is now advising marijuana businesses, which I have been dong since the legalization of recreational marijuana in Washington State in 2012.When not advising her recreational marijuana clients, I can be found running and mountain biking on Galbraith Mountain in Bellingham, Washington.
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“Heather helped me with my business situation and is very knowledgeable, honest and approachable. I a”
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“I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Wolf's knows how to navigate through City, County, and State regulations and get the job done!”

Julie Jansen

Firm: The Law Office of Julie Jansen
1313 E Maple St Ste 201 , Bellingham , Washington 98225
Practice Areas: Estate Planning
I graduated from Oklahoma City University School of Law in 2010. After that I practiced in Oklahoma for three years before retunring to my hometown of Bellingham, Washington.. My practices areas have included personal injury, estate planning, federal false claims litigation and estate planning.
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Kendra Kelly

1313 E. Maple Street, # 622 , Bellingham , Washington 98225
Practice Areas: Family
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“Kendra Kelly is a solid legal asset and down to earth person. Kendra can capably explain legal proce”
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Katti Esp

Firm: Wealth Retention Services
301 Prospect St. , Bellingham , Washington 98225
Practice Areas: Estate Planning
Katti Esp has practiced law in Bellingham since 1996, designing and implementing individualized estate plans and assisting clients with the probate process. She collaborates with families and individuals and their financial planners to retain the greatest amount of wealth for family, friends, and charities. Katti also helps her clients limit the assets transferred to the government or unintended beneficiaries. She develops estate plans designed to reduce federal and state estate and gift taxes.. Katti Esp also assists her clients with transferring closely held family businesses and regularly assists non-citizens with their estate plans. She is licensed to practice law in Washington and California.. Katti Esp received her Master of Laws in Taxation from the University of Florida. She earned her Juris Doctor, magna cum laude, from Gonzaga University School of Law, where she received academic honors for her achievements in estate planning and secured transactions. Katti graduated fromWestern Washington Universitywith a Bachelor of Arts degree. In 2013 Katti received the Estate Planning Law Specialist  designation from the Estate Law Specialist Board, Inc. an organization accredited by the American Bar Association.* In 2012, Katti received the Accredited Estate Planner designation from the National Association of Estate Planners & Councils.*. * The Supreme Court of Washington does not recognize certification, of specialities in the practice of law and the certification, award or recognition is not a requirement to practice law in the state of Washington.
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“ents. I can't imagine a better experience when planning or updating plans for these inevitable even”
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“I heartily endorse Katti. The clients I've referred to her have consistently told me that Katti did a good job explaining things to them in simple language so that they understand …”
Avvo Rating: Rated 4.4 out of 5

Kathryn Resnick

Firm: Kathryn D Resnick , Attorney at Law
1112 11th ST , Bellingham , Washington 98225
Practice Areas: Family
When it's time to make tough decisions, I am dedicated to helping you make them with dignity. If you are getting divorced or having a custody dispute with your ex-spouse, if you want to plan or prepare for the future by executing important documents that provide guidance through difficult times, I can provide personal service to every client with passion, respect and integrity.. Collaborative Law:  If you have legal issues but do not want to go to court, I can provide Collaborative Law representation. Collaborative Law is a no-court process that uses a team approach to reach mutually acceptable settlements. See for more information.. I became a lawyer because of my desire to seek justice for those who need it. I have lived in Bellingham, Washington since 1995. In 1997 graduated from Western Washington University with a B.A. degree in Anthropology. After college, I spent many years working and volunteering as a community advocate for the disadvantaged. This work inspired my decision to attend the University of Washington School of Law and I received a Juris Doctor degree in 2003. I worked for the Whatcom County Public Defender before going into private practice.
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“Kathryn’s sharp legal mind and integrity have earned her an excellent reputation in the Whatcom County legal community. For a number of years, I have worked as an attorney with Kat…”
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Karen Webb

119 N Commercial St Ste 860 , Bellingham , Washington 98225
Practice Areas: Workers Compensation
As a former Deputy Prosecuting Attorney and a former Assistant Attorney General, I have a great deal of trial experience, and am very familiar with the system.  My background has equipped me with valuable insights that allow me to represent my clients effectively.
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“h my Doctor, and present the case in a manner to acquire the best result possible. No one wants t”
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“Karen is thorough, attentive to detail, professional, aggressive, well-informed, and knows what she's doing. I worked with her for the better part of a decade, and have known her f…”
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Karen Phillips

Firm: Northwest Justice Project
1814 Cornwall Avenue , Bellingham , Washington 98225
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“I was always greeted with a smile and kept very well informed. Thanks Karen!”
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“I endorse Karen Phillips because she is extremely knowledgeable about employment matters. She is also a compassionate person who makes time to volunteer in our community with Law A…”
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Karen Funston

Firm: Karen Funston
1601 F Street , Bellingham , Washington 98225
Practice Areas: Business & Commercial, Business
Karen Funston is a founding partner of Buri Funston Mumford,PLLC.  She focuses her practice onemployment and business law, advising individuals and businesses on a range ofissues including business formation and personnel matters.  She has extensive experience working with andadvising nonprofit organizations. Karen’s experiences working with a variety of organizations in theprivate, public and nonprofit sectors give her a broad understanding of thepractical issues businesses face.  She isskilled at advising businesses in long term planning and routine transactionsas well as assisting businesses and individuals faced with a crisis.. Karen is involved in a variety of community organizations.  Karen is a member of the Society for HumanResource Management, the American and the Washington State BarAssociation.  She served as the InterimDirector for Equal Employment Opportunity Services at Western Washington University in 2004.  She received her B.A. and M.A. degrees from Western WashingtonUniversity, and her J.D. degree fromthe University of Washington.    Karen is married to Craig Funston, owner ofRedpoint Structures.  Karen and Craighave two sons, Kjel and Peter.
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“to write up some contracts which I needed to get my business going). And, in terms of cost of servi”
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“I highly recommend Karen for all of your business law needs.”
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Junga Cha

2319 Elm St , Bellingham , Washington 98225
Practice Areas: Civil Rights
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“I have worked together with Junga on several cases. She is a driven, conscientious, and effective advocate for her clients. She puts a lot of care into every case, and she has gott…”
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Joseph Homel

Firm: Law Office of Joseph Homel
1313 E. Maple St. , Bellingham , Washington 98225
Practice Areas: Immigration
My commitment to helping families with the United States immigration process springs from personal experience. Shortly after passing the bar exam, I petitioned for my wife, a citizen of Uganda, to come to the U.S. as a permanent resident. I understand the high emotional stakes involved, and I am committed to making the process as simple and stress-free as possible.
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“Joe was a great help to me and my husband when I immigrated from Canada. He understood what routes t”
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“I endorse attorney Joseph Homel for immigration matters.”
Avvo Rating: Rated 1.5 out of 5

James Sturdevant

119 N Commercial St Ste 235 , Bellingham , Washington 98225
Practice Areas: Debt Collection
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Jonathan Charnitski

Firm: The Walters Firm, PLLC
2219 Rimland Drive , Bellingham , Washington 98226
Practice Areas: Litigation
Jonathan W. Charnitski represents clients in litigation and business general counsel matters.. Previously, he was a partner at Andy Brown & Associates, PLLC in Austin, where he litigated real estate, construction defect, and general commercial contract disputes for both plaintiffs and defendants. In his time there, he earned multiple take-nothing jury verdicts defending against 6- and 7-figure claims and obtained judgments as high as $1.4M fon behalf of plaintiff clients.. Before he began practicing in Austin in 2013, Mr. Charnitski covered telecommunications and intellectual property as a journalist on Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C., worked for Fannie Mae in governance and compliance during the housing market recovery, and was involved as an attorney in large-scale litigation and government investigations.. Mr. Charnitski received his J.D. in 2008 from Villanova School of Law outside of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, where he was President of the Intellectual Property Law Society and research assistant for Professor Penelope Pether. He holds a B.A. in Journalism from the University of Washington in Seattle, where he earned national recognition from the Society of Professional Journalists as an opinion writer and from the Associated College Press as Editor-in-Chief of The Daily.. In his spare time, Mr. Charnitski enjoys playing guitar, running, rooting for the Washington Huskies, and attempting to tame his back yard with his wife.
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“liar with the legal system. With Jonathans help, I was able to obtain a very favorable outcome in my”
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“Jonathan sets himself apart from other attorneys simply because he gives above and beyond the kind of detailed attention required to leave each client in a better position than he …”
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John W. Heinemann

Firm: Heinemann & Ellison
1900 D Street , Bellingham , Washington 98225
Practice Areas: Personal Injury
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“Mr. Heinemann is an excellent attorney. He kept my husband and myself informed through the whole process, and really made us feel comfortable.”
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John Livingston

Firm: Law Office of Alan R. Souders
119 N Commercial St Ste 1345 , Bellingham , Washington 98225
Practice Areas: Business & Commercial, Construction , Real Estate , Trusts, Wills, Business
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“I have had a few cases with John and he is a professional and works diligently for his clients. He listens and gets the job done.”
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“Property law attorney, $250/hr”
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Avvo Rating: Rated 3.3 out of 5

John Keay

Firm: Lutz Law Offices, P.S.
114 W Magnolia St Ste 424 , Bellingham , Washington 98225
Practice Areas: Family , Family
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“I endorse this lawyer's work. John is personable and candid with his clients. I believe he gets results for his client that help them for their whole lives.”
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Jill Smith

Firm: Simmons Sweeney Freimund Smith Tardif P.S.
1223 Commercial Street , Bellingham , Washington 98225
Practice Areas: Litigation
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Jessica Carr

Firm: North Sound Law Group, PLLC
300 N. Commercial Street , Bellingham , Washington 98225
Practice Areas: Estate Planning
I am an estate planning, probate and trust attorney. My goal is to provide compassionate, respectful counsel with an emphasis on clear and accessible explanations of legal issues that put clients at ease.. I co-founded North Sound Law Group and was previously a partner at Barron Smith Daugert. I enjoy working with individuals and families, building long-term client relationships, and serving the community both in and outside of my practice. I believe in the power of estate planning for peace of mind and ensuring dignity in times of crisis.. I have exclusively practiced in estate planning, probate and trust since 2012. I previously authored and collaborated on numerous publications in diverse fields including law, policy, and organizational evaluation. I currently serve as the Secretary/Treasurer/Vice Chair for the Real Property, Probate and Trust Section of the Washington State Bar, overseeing the Section's legislative activity and continuing legal education. I am also the President of the Northwest Washington Estate Planning Council.
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“Ms. Brown is professional and compassionate. She truly cares about her clients and strives to produce the best results for them and their families.”
Avvo Rating: Rated 4.1 out of 5

Jason Smith

Firm: Jason Smith
1720 Iowa Street , Bellingham , Washington 98229
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI
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“Jason is a fine attorney and a great man. I have worked alongside him for several years, and he is always respectful of his clients and knowledgeable about the law. I fully endorse…”
Avvo Rating: Rated 4.9 out of 5

Jamia Burns

Firm: Jamia S. Burns
1200 Dupont Street, Suite 1D , Bellingham , Washington 98225
Practice Areas: Probate
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“mains to this day available to answer our questions. Highly recommended!”
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“I endorse Jamia for estate planning services.”
Avvo Rating: Rated 4.0 out of 5

Kenneth Karlberg

Firm: Karlberg & Associates PLLC
432 W Bakerview Rd , Bellingham , Washington 98226
Practice Areas: Appeals
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“Ken L. Karlberg is an excellent lawyer and we were glad that he was representing the seller on a recent corporate buyout that I was handling. Ken brought a high level of profession…”

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