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More than a will — a comprehensive strategy to protect your assets, honor your wishes, and spare your family from uncertainty.
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Estate planning isn't about death. It's about what happens after — who cares for your children, who manages your assets, and whether your family has the clarity they'll desperately need during an already difficult time.
At Washington Law, we make this conversation easier than you expect.
Our Services
Wills & Living Wills
We provide comprehensive counsel regarding wills & living wills. Our attorneys bring deep experience to ensure your interests are protected at every stage of the process.
Revocable & Irrevocable Trusts
We provide comprehensive counsel regarding revocable & irrevocable trusts. Our attorneys bring deep experience to ensure your interests are protected at every stage of the process.
Special Needs Trusts
We provide comprehensive counsel regarding special needs trusts. Our attorneys bring deep experience to ensure your interests are protected at every stage of the process.
Powers of Attorney (Financial & Healthcare)
We provide comprehensive counsel regarding powers of attorney (financial & healthcare). Our attorneys bring deep experience to ensure your interests are protected at every stage of the process.
Advanced Healthcare Directives
We provide comprehensive counsel regarding advanced healthcare directives. Our attorneys bring deep experience to ensure your interests are protected at every stage of the process.
Trust Administration & Probate
We provide comprehensive counsel regarding trust administration & probate. Our attorneys bring deep experience to ensure your interests are protected at every stage of the process.
Estate Tax Planning
We provide comprehensive counsel regarding estate tax planning. Our attorneys bring deep experience to ensure your interests are protected at every stage of the process.
Asset Protection Strategies
We provide comprehensive counsel regarding asset protection strategies. Our attorneys bring deep experience to ensure your interests are protected at every stage of the process.
Business Succession & Family Legacy Planning
We provide comprehensive counsel regarding business succession & family legacy planning. Our attorneys bring deep experience to ensure your interests are protected at every stage of the process.
Representative Result
"Complete estate plan — living trust, healthcare directive, and powers of attorney — executed in under three weeks for a Seattle tech founder with a blended family and a $4.2M estate. Zero court involvement on first death."
Practice Lead
Dr. Serena Voss
Partner — Estate Planning & Trusts
Serena brings a unique background to her estate planning practice. With a Ph.D. in family systems, she understands that estate planning is rarely just about assets—it's about family dynamics, legacy, and peace of mind.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between a will and a revocable living trust in Washington state?
A will takes effect at death and must go through probate — a public court process that can take months and cost thousands. A revocable living trust avoids probate entirely, keeps your affairs private, and allows for immediate distribution of assets. For most Washington residents with significant assets or blended families, a trust-based plan offers meaningful advantages.
Does Washington state have an estate tax?
Yes. Washington imposes a state estate tax on estates exceeding approximately $2.193 million, with rates up to 20%. Unlike federal law, Washington has no portability between spouses, making careful estate planning especially important for married couples. An estate plan that accounts for Washington's tax rules can save families hundreds of thousands of dollars.
How often should I update my estate plan?
Review your plan after any major life event: marriage, divorce, birth of a child or grandchild, significant change in assets, death of a named beneficiary or executor, or a move to another state. As a general rule, review every three to five years even without a triggering event. Laws change, and so do family circumstances.
What is a durable power of attorney and do I need one?
A durable power of attorney authorizes a trusted person to manage your financial affairs if you become incapacitated. Without one, your family may need to go to court to establish a guardianship or conservatorship — a costly, time-consuming process that could have been avoided. Every adult should have both a financial power of attorney and a healthcare directive in place.
Have more questions? Washington Law offers free initial consultations. Call us at (206) 555-1847 or book online.