Stokes Lawrence, P.S.

We are thrilled to share that nine attorneys and five professional staff have joined the firm in our Seattle office, effective today. Six of the nine will join the firm’s Estate Planning & Administration team, creating one of Washington State’s deepest estate planning practices and reinforcing our commitment to providing top-tier estate planning services to individuals and families across the Pacific Northwest. Three other attorneys will join our litigation, business, and tax practices, further strengthening those teams. Read our full release: https://lnkd.in/g2vgXu2i. Please join us in welcoming Kirsten L. Ambach, Mark Bailey, Tammy Chu, Johanna Coolbaugh, Mitch Cory, Marcia Fujimoto, Douglas Luetjen, John Poffenbarger, Charles Robinson, Tristen Andre, Brandy Brown, Madison Buxton, Jennifer Clautier, and Julianna Seever. #EstatePlanning #Litigation #Business #TaxLaw #PacificNorthwest #WashingtonState

We’re proud to support the University of Washington School of Law Native American Law Students Association (NALSA) and their incredible work advocating for Indigenous representation, sovereignty, and student success. The group's annual Salmon Bingo, happening today at the wǝɫǝbʔaltxʷ – Intellectual House, is a fantastic event that raises funds to support students through NALSA scholarships and programming. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gnPWBbPw.

📣 JOB ALERT 📣 Our premier estate planning team is hiring a #probate paralegal in the firm's #Seattle office! If you would like to learn more about this opportunity, visit https://lnkd.in/ggewzgw. The listing includes information on compensation and benefits. About our team: Our widely recognized estate planning & administration team is known for deep expertise and a client-focused, educational approach. The firm recently welcomed six exceptional attorneys to the team, creating one of Washington State’s deepest estate planning practices and reinforcing the firm’s commitment to providing top-tier estate planning services to individuals and families across the Pacific Northwest. #ParalegalJobs #SEAjobs #SeattleJobs #LawJobs

📣 JOB ALERT 📣 Our premier estate planning team is hiring a #probate paralegal in the firm's #Seattle office! If you would like to learn more about this opportunity, visit https://lnkd.in/ggewzgw. The listing includes information on compensation and benefits. About our team: Our widely recognized estate planning & administration team is known for deep expertise and a client-focused, educational approach. The firm recently welcomed six exceptional attorneys to the team, creating one of Washington State’s deepest estate planning practices and reinforcing the firm’s commitment to providing top-tier estate planning services to individuals and families across the Pacific Northwest. #ParalegalJobs #SEAjobs #SeattleJobs #LawJobs

“The only certainties in life are death and taxes,” but estate tax laws? Not so certain. Over the years, federal estate tax rules have shifted significantly, and #WashingtonState's own estate tax adds another layer of complexity. If it’s been a while since you reviewed your estate plan—or if you haven’t created one—our new three-part series from Ellen Jackson breaks down the current estate tax landscape and offers practical tips for building or updating your plan. 🔗in comments. #EstatePlanning #TaxPlanning #EstateTax #Trusts #Estates #EstatePlan #LivingWill #PlanningAhead

ACTEC welcomes Alison Warden of Stokes Lawrence, P.S. to the College! #ACTEC #ACTECFellow #estateplanning

We enjoyed hosting seven 1L #LawStudents from Seattle University School of Law today for lunch! During a roundtable discussion, several of our #SULaw alumni shared insights into how they found their practice areas, offered valuable law school tips, and more. The students asked thoughtful, well-informed questions that sparked a dynamic and engaging conversation. We always appreciate the opportunity to connect with aspiring legal professionals and support the next generation of lawyers.

📣 JOB ALERT 📣 Our widely recognized Trust & Estate Litigation team is hiring an associate in our #Seattle office! If you would like to learn more about this opportunity, visit https://lnkd.in/gwjsFPW. The listing includes information on compensation and benefits. About our team: Our top-ranked #Trust & #Estate Litigation team helps clients navigate complex disputes that arise after the loss of a loved one, including conflicts over estate plans, finances, or business succession. With a rare combination of experience in business litigation, real estate, and trust and estate law, our attorneys—several of whom are nationally recognized leaders in private wealth disputes—offer strategic, cost-effective guidance. We collaborate closely with our premier #EstatePlanning group and represent a wide range of clients, including beneficiaries, trustees, and professional fiduciaries, tailoring our approach to meet each client’s unique needs and goals. #AttorneyJobs #SEAjobs #SeattleJobs #LawJobs

Welcome, John! John Poffenbarger has joined the firm's estate planning & administration team in our #Seattle office. With nearly 40 years of experience in estate planning, John assists clients with wills and trusts, estate and trust administration, IRS estate and gift tax matters, and advanced wealth transfer strategies. He also advises on business succession planning, shareholder agreements, and the formation of limited liability entities. John’s clients include some of Seattle’s most prominent musicians, and he has been interviewed by Rolling Stone magazine. #EstatePlanning #Seattle #TrustAdministration #WealthTransfer

Welcome, Marcia! Marcia Fujimoto has joined the firm's estate planning & administration team in our #Seattle office. With more than 40 years of experience, Marcia advises individuals and families on wealth transfer, succession planning, estate administration, probate, trusts, and related tax matters. She especially enjoys helping to design and implement creative and strategic plans to carry out a decedent’s intentions, while minimizing both estate and income tax for the decedent’s family. A frequent speaker and author on estate planning and administration, Marcia has held leadership roles in shaping Washington State trust and estate law. She chaired the Washington State Bar Association’s (WSBA) task force on the Washington Uniform Estate Tax Apportionment Act of 2005 and served on the WSBA task force for the Washington Principal and Income Act of 2002. #EstatePlanning #Seattle #SuccessionPlanning