Paul A. Swegle

Paul A. Swegle

10.0

Superb

Experience 5.0 star rating
Industry Recognition 5.0 star rating
Professional Conduct 5.0 star rating

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Overview

Practice Areas

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  • 25% Business
  • 15% Corporate / Incorporation
    25 years, 1 case
  • 10% Intellectual Property
    13 years, 1 case
  • 10% Internet
    13 years
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Fees and Payment Types

Fees

Fixed (Always), Hourly ($250-$350/hour)

Payment types

Cash, Check

Contact Information

  • Kinsel Law Offices
    Market Place Tower, 2025 First Avenue, Suite 730
    Seattle, WA 98121
    Office: 206-706-8148
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Languages Spoken

  • English

References

Client Reviews

Client Rating


5 star rating

“Jeff Seely, former Chairman and CEO, ShareBuilder Corpoation”

Posted by: Jeff, over 3 years ago.

Client Review: Paul served as in-house General Counsel while I was CEO of ShareBuilder up until its sale in 2007. He continues to serve as its GC today. He has an... more
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Peer Endorsements

Endorsements

1 endorsement


Robert C. Cumbow

It's been my honor to work as outside counsel for Paul's company, Sharebuilder, for nearly 10 years. He is a friendly, patient, experienced,... more

Endorsement from lawyer: Robert Cumbow , Seattle (WA), Over 4 years ago

Résumé

 

License

25 years since Paul A. Swegle was first licensed to practice law.

State License status Year acquired Last updated by Avvo
Washington Active 1988 05/18/2013

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

Work Experience

Position Duration
Vice President, General Counsel & Secretary at ShareBuilder Corporation 2000–2012
Director, Law at Plum Creek Timber, Inc. 1996–2000
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Education

School Major Degree Graduated
University of Washington School of Law Law JD - Juris Doctor 1988
University of Washington Political Science BA - Bachelor of Arts 1985

Awards

Award Name Granting Organization Date
Corporate Counsel of the Year Puget Sound Business Journal 2012
Phi Beta Kappa 1985

Associations

Position Association Name Duration
Board Member Alliance for Pioneer Square 2010–present
Board Member Bellevue Community College Foundation Board 2007–present
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Portfolio

Publications

Article Publication Date
Contract Drafting and Negotiation for Business Professionals Contract Drafting and Negotiation for Business Professionals 2007

Speaking Engagements

Presentation Name Conference Date
Crowdfunding Under the JOBS Act Crowdfunding and Private/Angel Investments in 2012 2012
Ethics for In-House Counsel Corporate Counsel Section And Business Law Section Eastern Washington CLE and Networking Event 2012
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