Rajiv Nagaich

Rajiv Nagaich

4.7
Rating: 9.9

Licensed for 23 years

Estate planning Lawyer at Federal Way, WA
Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Elder Law

31919 6th Ave S Ste A-100, Federal Way, WA

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Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 23 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 2002

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Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2019

Location

Law Offices of Rajiv Nagaich

31919 6th Ave S Ste A-100, Federal Way, WA, 98003-5210

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Rajiv Nagaich's Reviews

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4.7 /5.0

30 Client Reviews

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Posted by Joan | October 19, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning

Client

I highly recommend Life Point. Rajiv Nagaich took considerable time and effort to ensure I understood what I needed to do to set up my life plan, end of life options and final wishes. - Rajiv believes people need to have a plan in place before a crisis occurs. It took a lot of deep thinking and dec...ision making. My children are now well informed, know where my will, financial papers etc. are stored even my final wishes for my funeral to include the service and music! It took considerable effort to provide him all the correct names, phone numbers, email addresses, dates, assets etc. - If you are a responsible person who worked your whole life and want to set a bit of seed money aside for the next generation, and surviving spouse you need to consider this plan. Rajiv is highly ethical, patient, and most knowledgeable, in fact an original trail blazer in the field. - I cannot recommend Rajiv enough. I'm grateful I'll not be a burden on my children and can live Life to the fullest!

Posted by Sandra | October 10, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning

Professional, caring and knowledgeable

We are very pleased with the knowledge, care and professionalism we received from Rajiv and his staff. We are very happy with our plan and with the knowledge that we or our children can return to his office at any time for guidance if necessary. Probably the most impactful part of the step by step pr...ocess Rajiv led us through was the family meeting we had with our adult children. Rajiv led the meeting which detailed our plan in the event of one of a multiple of life scenarios, and the "kids" were able to ask questions of him and us at the table. Five years later, each one of our children still express how powerful and meaningful that meeting was. Even though they are still young, they want to make a plan for themselves as well.

Posted by Vivian | July 28, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning

Help with Important Aging Issues

Having witnessed two close family members live out their lives in very expensive, very poorly managed nursing homes, I wanted to find a different plan for my husband and myself. We are working with Rajiv to map out a plan for healthcare, housing, legal documentation and financial planning. This requ...ires the coordination of many moving parts and I am extremely grateful we have his expertise to rely on, and to guide us.

Posted by Vern | June 16, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Elder Law

Estate Planning and Elder Law Expert

Rajiv Nagaich is an expert in elder law. He is very passionate and knowledgeable about guiding us thru the process of managing our estate. We now feel very secure in our planning for our future and not being a burden on our family. We especially appreciated being able to involve our children in th...e process also. We definitely would recommend Rajiv to anyone who is planning for their future.

Posted by Wayne & Teresa | January 11, 2019 | Estate Planning

Aging, Retirement and Elder Care planning

Life Point Law, led by Rajiv Nagaich has been and continues to be an excellent help and valuable counsel as my wife and I enter our retirement years. Their help addressing legal requirements, with planning for financial management, prospective medical/health concerns and inevitable end-of-life issues... taking into consideration our desires for independence while remaining responsible to our family and their lives as we age is unparalleled in scope and quality. Integrity, honesty, compassion and understanding from a voice of experience have provided comfort and confidence as we encounter not only our own future life circumstances but aid with current issues involving those of our close loved ones,- younger and older. Life Point Law is a unique business confronting a much over looked aspect that will affect all of our lives that is of of deep importance. These are people whom I fully recommend and most importantly that I trust. I am delighted to have had Rajiv and his staff become an extension of our family. Wayne and Teresa H. Gig Harbor, WA

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Rajiv Nagaich's Lawyer Endorsements

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James Schuster

Elder law lawyer | Apr 14

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse Mr. Nagaich. He is a passionate about the concern of his clients and a premiere innovator in the Elder Law field for the betterment of all elders across the country."

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William Fralin

Elder law lawyer | Apr 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Rajiv is one of the most innovative elder law attorneys in the country. Through his radio program and his public speaking he has educated the public regarding elder law more than any other attorney in the nation. If I were not an elder law attorney and my parent needed advice I would use Rajiv and his team. William Fralin, Certified Elder Law Attorney (CELA) Washington. DC"

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Mark Albertson

Elder law lawyer | Dec 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Rajiv is an intelligent, articulate, compassionate and highly competent elder law attorney, and I highly recommend him for elder law issues"

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Lynn St. Louis

Elder law lawyer | Jun 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I know Rajiv Nagaich, who is a well-respected Elder Law attorney. He is dedicated to his clients and to the Elder Law community. I find him to be knowledgeable and capable. I have no reservations in recommending Rajiv to any potential client needing representation in Elder Law matters."

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Olga Gershaft

Estate planning lawyer | Feb 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Rajiv is a brilliant estate planning and elder law attorney - knowledgeable, hardworking, caring and compassionate. He will be there for his clients every step of the way."

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Robert Pittman

Elder law lawyer | Aug 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Rajiv cares about his clients. He takes a comprehensive approach to making their lives better."

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Jeffrey Grieff

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Experience

Rating:  9.9 (Superb)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2019.

Admonition issued in WA, 2019

updated on 03/03/2020

An admonition means an attorney did something wrong but may still practice law. The Bar gives the lawyer an admonition in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior.

Reprimand issued in WA, 2016

updated on 06/20/2016

This means the attorney did something wrong, but the Bar did not suspend the lawyer. Typically in this case the lawyer's poor behavior is exposed to the public in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior.

Honors

2014

Fellow, National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys

Work Experience

2002 - Present

Senior Attorney, Johnson and Nagaich

Associations

2010 - Present

WA Chapter National Academy of Elder Law Attorney

Board of Directors

2009 - Present

Special Needs Trust - WSBA

Chairperson

2005 - Present

Washington Elder Care

Board of Directors

2010 - 2012

Center for Medicare Advocacy Inc.

Board of Directors

2010 - 2013

John Marshall Law School, Chicago IL

Advisory Board Member, Elder Law

2007 - 2012

National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys

Board of Directors

2007 - 2008

Life Care Planning Law Firms Association

Past President

2004 - 2008

Rotary Club

Board of Directors

Sample of Legal Cases

Jenkins v. DSHS

Won the case

Haytack v. DSHS

Obtained judgement in favor of my clients.

In re Estate of Clyde F. Kerstetter

Ruling in favor of my client

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Education

2009

University of Washington School of Law

LL.M - Master of Laws

2002

Seattle University School of Law

JD

Speaking Engagements

2014

Every Saturday Mornings 10 am - Noon (KTTH AM 770) Aging Options Radio

2014

4 - Monthly Seminars

Life Planning and Elder Law

2013

Teaching @ Law School

Elder Law

2012

SNT conference

Special Needs Trust

2010

WSASC Annual Conference 2010 Capitol Connections

2010

VA Disability CLE VA Disability & Medicaid

2010

Texas State Bar Diversity Presentation

Diversity

2010

Choosing Managing and Drafting Special Needs Trust

Special Needs Trust

2010

2010 Annual Conference Sailing Thru Taxes

Publications

2013

Aging Options Publications How Traditional Estate Planning Fails Seniors

2012

Wolters Kluwer publication Elder Law Portfolio Series

2009

National Academy Elder Law Association News Life Care Planning vs. Medicaid Planning

2008

National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA) Estate planning with a New Focus

2007

National Academy Elder Law Association News When I Can No Longer Take Care of Myself

Languages

Bengali

Hindi

Punjabi

English

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