Top Washington Lawyers and Attorneys
Popular Legal Service Areas Covered by Our Washington Attorneys
Karen Nadler
Paul Barrera
Robert Franco
Sheila Osullivan
Kyle Richard
Sean Nelson
Mark Tyson
Dana Romans
Taylor Halperin
Joey Myers
Useful Documents
- Corporation Spousal Consent Form
- General Release of Liability Agreement
- Employee Handbook
- Patent Assignment Agreement
- Founder Collaboration Agreement
- Beta Test Agreement
- Contract Termination Letter
Helpful Articles
- How to Dissolve an LLC in Washington State
- Add DBA to LLC Washington State: Step-by-Step Guide
- Washington Limited Liability Company Act Explained
- How to Start a Sole Proprietorship in WA
- How to Start an LLC in Washington State Step-by-Step
- Washington LLC Formation and Requirements Explained
- Commercial Tenant Rights in Washington State: Lease Terms & Protections
Top Washington Lawyers and Attorneys
How Much Does It Cost to Hire a Lawyer in Washington?
Usually, Washington lawyers typically charge between $80 and $440 per hour. The exact rate is determined by the type of lawyer and the amount of work that will be required.
How to Find the Best Lawyers in Washington?
Visit a well-rated Washington law firm or the Washington State Bar Association website to search through their list of attorneys. You can also try a legal platform like UpCounsel. UpCounsel provides a community of top lawyers to help business owners choose a lawyer with confidence.
Need a Lawyer in Washington?
Sifting through names on the state bar website or at a Washington law firm is a difficult task. UpCounsel streamlines this process and brings the best lawyers for your case to you. When you post a job request, UpCounsel will match you with pre-vetted lawyers with a great depth of knowledge and experience in your area of legal need. Let UpCounsel help you find a lawyer in Washington. To get started with your search for the best attorney in Washington, click here.
How Do I Find out if An Attorney Is Licensed in Washington?
To verify that your attorney is able to represent you, check the state bar website to refer to a list of attorneys licensed to practice in the state. When hiring a lawyer from UpCounsel’s community of Washington lawyers, you can be confident that you’re getting an eligible and highly-qualified lawyer to assist you.
FAQs about Washington Lawyers
Do lawyers help?
In most cases, hiring a lawyer is beneficial. As a business owner, trying to manage your legal business on your own may be tempting, but lawyers are trained to notice things non-lawyers won’t. Letting a lawyer do their job gives you the freedom to do yours.
Do you pay a lawyer before or after?
Generally, fees are paid as they come up. There may be a specific payment plan with a particular Washington law firm to establish a payment agreement with your lawyer beforehand to avoid any confusion or misunderstandings later.
What is the best site to find a lawyer?
The Washington Bar Association website will ensure that you’re choosing from a list of lawyers licensed in the state. UpCounsel provides you with matches of professional, top-rated Washington attorneys specializing in your area of legal need.
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This is the most recent 20 reviews out of 469 reviews for attorneys in Washington
Contract Review Investment Adviser
"Easy to work with and thorough."
Scott C
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Sammamish,
WA,
10 days ago
New Proposal
"Gene has been wonderful to work with, he is very thorough and thoughtful in the work that he provides. He also offered tons of insightful perspectives that I had not considered, and provided more value than just the scope of the project. I look forward to working with him more in the future!"
Kameryn C
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Seattle,
WA,
11 days ago
Consult on Outside General Counsel
"Claire was extremely thorough, responsive, and detail-oriented throughout the entire process. She took the time to understand not just the documents themselves, but the broader structure and intent behind what I’m building, which made a huge difference in the quality of her work. Her ability to translate complex legal considerations into clear, practical guidance was especially valuable. The revisions and supporting materials she provided gave me a much stronger foundation to move forward confidently, both from a legal and operational standpoint. Communication was smooth and timely, and she was always open to feedback and adjustments along the way. Overall, I highly recommend Claire to anyone looking for thoughtful, high-quality legal support, especially for early-stage products where clarity and structure really matter."
Michael H
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Spokane,
WA,
17 days ago
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Incorporation Document Review
"Brent was extremely responsive and was able to turn around a review of my company incorporation documents with a short deadline. Highly recommend."
Julian K
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Seattle,
WA,
24 days ago
Review Founders Agreement
"Rebecca did a good job. It was easy to get everything started and she handled pretty well my timeline needs."
Marco R
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Seattle,
WA,
about 1 month ago
Assist with Other Commercial Contract Matter
"True professional, and flexible with new founders. I’ll definitely keep working with Dan."
Dan A
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Vancouver,
WA,
about 2 months ago
Assist with Other Business Formation Matter
"Responsive and professional. Delivered comprehensive legal opinion that precisely answered our requirements."
Yevgeniy K
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Sammamish,
WA,
about 2 months ago
Ongoing IP Counsel
"Anthony is highly experienced, professional, responsive, knowledgeable about law and business. He's an MVP team player."
Sean C
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Bothell,
WA,
2 months ago
Delaware C-Corp Incorporation Review
"We worked with Alexandra through UpCounsel on a corporate formation and related governance documents, and she was excellent throughout the process. She delivered thoughtful revisions, clean execution versions, and ensured everything was internally consistent and professionally structured. What stood out most was her strong judgment — she improved the documents in ways that strengthened governance and long-term scalability without overcomplicating things. She was responsive, detail-oriented, and clear in her explanations. We felt confident moving forward knowing everything was properly structured. We would absolutely work with her again and highly recommend her to other founders seeking strong corporate counsel."
Drew L
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Lacey,
WA,
2 months ago
Startup Legal Document Review
"Sara is knowledgeable and helpful without talking down to you! She was very pleasant to work with."
Amie D
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Redmond,
WA,
3 months ago
Review Operating Agreement
"Breeze! Such a thorough professional. Calm, composed and highly knowledgeable. Been a blessing and also so reasonable with her pricing."
Tara J
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Monroe,
WA,
3 months ago
Quit Claim Deed Assistance
"He did a great job with my project and was very responsive."
Rose D
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Rio Rancho,
NM,
5 months ago
Review Service Agreement
"It was a pleasure working with Chelsea, she was fantastic!"
Kyle A
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Seattle,
WA,
6 months ago
Blockchain Token Sale Dispute
"Matthew was exceptional to work with. He quickly understood the background and complexity of my situation involving an older blockchain project and provided a clear, detailed plan from start to finish. His communication was prompt, professional, and reassuring throughout the entire process. The legal analysis and response he prepared were thorough, precise, and handled with complete professionalism. I felt confident and protected every step of the way. Highly recommended for anyone needing help with blockchain, token, or tech-related legal matters."
Chris L
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Olympia,
WA,
7 months ago
Draft Business Consulting Agreement
"Steven helped me draft a Master Services Agreement for my consulting business and was excellent to work with. He was highly responsive, clearly explained his process, and even offered a free consultation before I decided to move forward. He made sure the MSA covered every detail to protect my business."
Jamie G
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Woodinville,
WA,
7 months ago
Review Terms of Service
"Ian did an awesome job helping us with a tight timeline! He is very skilled."
Sumithra V
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Bellevue,
WA,
7 months ago
Form LLC
"Quick, simple and on point."
Damon N
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Seattle,
WA,
8 months ago
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Review Service Agreement
"Timely and professional"
Erica G
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Seattle,
WA,
8 months ago
Postnuptial Agreement Review and Representation in Washington State
"Travis was patient, thorough and detailed in his approach. Would use him again."
Shane K
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Snohomish,
WA,
8 months ago
Contract Review & Compliance
"Jeffrey was of fantastic help in navigating early advisor/contractor agreements to ensure that we balanced the company's interests with fairness to new hires. Highly communicative, clear, and timely support at a very fair price. Would recommend him to anyone."
Ryan A
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Seattle,
WA,
9 months ago