Doris Pun Eslinger

Doris Pun Eslinger

4.7
Rating: 9.2

Licensed for 16 years

Estate planning Lawyer at Bellevue, WA
Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Real Estate, Probate

2200 112th Ave NE, Suite 200, Bellevue, WA

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Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 16 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 2009

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Eslinger Law Office, PLLC

2200 112th Ave NE, Suite 200, Bellevue, WA, 98004

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Doris Pun Eslinger's Reviews

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4.7 /5.0

27 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 2 of 2 reviews | Divorce & Separation

Posted by Tom Wickerath | December 08, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Divorce done right

Doris helped me bring an end to my not-so-happy first marriage, with the divorce being final on October 5, 2015. I had naively entered into this first marriage 11 1/2 years earlier, without a pre-nuptial agreement. I felt that my ex-wife, who was now living on East coast, stayed in the marriage becau...se she enjoyed the security that marriage provides, without really having to participate in a marriage. Doris was *very* attentive to my case, from start to finish, always returning my phone calls and emails promptly. This even included answering a big concern that developed last year, within a few days of her starting a vacation to Hong Kong! This case was fairly difficult. My now ex-wife is not the easiest person to work with, as evidenced by her first attorney who ended up resigning from this case. But prior to that happening, there were many times that Doris provided excellent legal research to counter various claims made by this attorney, in his attempts to claim an unreasonable amount of my life savings. As an example, I had purchased my home 17 years before I was married, and had it nearly paid off in 2003, at the time I got married. Yet, opposing council saw no problem trying to grab half of my property! His aggressive style caused a considerable amount of stress, but the excellent research Doris provided successfully fended off this shark. Doris had to bring a new opposing council up to speed on this case, after working with the first attorney for about 9 months. The case was complicated along the way, when my ex, who is a kidney transplant patient but is also doing quite well, started hinting about playing the disability card. This, in spite of the fact that she was doing well enough to purchase a home by herself in Maryland. I also had Doris prepare my first will during this time. I will recommend Doris to anyone without hesitation. And, I'll be sure to visit her again for a "co-habitation" agreement if/when the time comes! Thank You, Doris, for your tireless effort on my behalf! Tom Wickerath Bellevue, WA.

Posted by anonymous | February 13, 2012 | Divorce & Separation

Family Law consult

Doris provided me a consult on a potential contested divorce case, despite the fact that her practice focus has shifted. She was responsive, empathetic, and prepared.

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Jason Giesler

Estate planning lawyer | Dec 13

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I highly endorse Doris Eslinger. I have worked with Doris on a number of cases and I must say that she is the most organized, efficient, and diligent, attorney that I know. She is very detail-oriented and I have never caught a mistake in a document that she has prepared. All of these qualities are reflected in her client reviews. Every client that I have referred to her has been very pleased with her services. Doris is highly experienced in the areas of real estate, estate planning, and immigration and I frequently come to her with questions on these matters. I highly recommend Doris and I will happily refer clients to her in the future."

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Anca Daian

Unknown lawyer | Dec 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"As an attorney dedicated primarily to fields in which compassion is a necessity, Doris exhibits unparalleled empathy and professionalism in every case she undertakes. She is calculated in her approach, carefully cataloguing details, and applying the law practically to every situation she comes across. Specializing in Estate Planning, Probate, Immigration, and Real Estate, she possesses the rare keen ability to balance her compassion for her clients with the need for precision and attention to detail. As such, she provides unprecedented service to all her clients, professionally and compassionately. I refer to Doris all my clients seeking advice in estate planning, probate and real estate."

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Trang Nguyen

Unknown lawyer | Apr 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Doris is honest, trustworthy, and caring. She really takes time to do research, and is meticulous with her advice. I endorse this lawyer."

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Erin Fairley

Estate planning lawyer | Mar 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I strongly recommend Doris as a lawyer. I have known Doris since 2006. She is extremely dedicated to her law practice and doing the very best job for her clients. Doris truly cares about each of her clients. Doris works overtime to make sure that her clients are receiving the very best advice possible. In addition, she is warm, sincere, and caring person. I heartily endorse her."

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Bart Parsley

Immigration lawyer | Oct 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"As a member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association, I endorse Ms. Eslinger's work."

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Virginia Onu

Immigration lawyer | Oct 04

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Doris is a caring and intelligent attorney who works hard on behalf of her clients."

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Alan Tonnon

Real estate lawyer | Sep 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known and worked with Doris for approximately three years. She is an outstanding attorney. She is extremely diligent and thorough in her research and review of the issues. She listens carefully to understand her clients’ needs and objectives, and presents and explains the options available to achieve them. Doris is sincerely concerned about her clients, and effectively communicates with them to keep them informed throughout the process. I most highly recommend Doris Eslinger."

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Ken Tsiprin

Estate planning lawyer | Aug 11

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Doris is an excellent attorney who cares greatly about her clients. She works hard for her clients, does extensive research to ensure the best results for her clients, and keeps her clients informed. Doris is very competent and her rates are very reasonable."

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Madeline Gauthier

Wills and living wills lawyer | Aug 09

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer's work. Doris is unbelievably bright, hard working and dedicated. She worked for me as an intern, and I had a chance to observe her for several years. When the internship was done, other attorneys in my office suite wanted to hire her because they had the same impression. She is astute, diligent, way above average. I have referred clients to her in the past and will continue to do so. Madeline Gauthier"

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Andre Olivie

Immigration lawyer | Aug 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. I have known Doris for two years. She is extremely meticulous and hard working. I trust her judgment and believe that she is an excellent attorney."

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Jason Giesler

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Anca Daian

Immigration lawyer

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Erin Fairley

Estate planning lawyer

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Trang Nguyen

Immigration lawyer

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Bart Parsley

Immigration lawyer

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Virginia Onu

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Suneet Diwan

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Ken Tsiprin

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Alan Tonnon

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Experience

Rating:  9.2 (Superb)

Honors

2013

Pro Bono Service Commendation, Washington State Bar Association

2012

Pro Bono Service Commendation, Washington State Bar Association

2011

Pro Bono Service Commendation, Washington State Bar Association

2010

Member, National Association of Professional Women

2010

Pro Bono Attorney, Northwest Immigrant Rights Project

2010

Pro Bono Commendation, WSBA

Work Experience

2009 - Present

Volunteer Attorney, Northwest Immigration Rights Project

2009 - Present

Principal, Eslinger Law Office, PLLC

2007 - 2009

Law Clerk, Gauthier & Associates

1997 - 2000

Office Manager, Chadbourne & Parke LLP

1994 - 1997

Paralegal, Legal Assistant, Chadbourne & Parke, LLP

Associations

2009 - Present

Washington State Bar Association

Member

2009 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Member

2014 - 2015

ARAG Attorney Advisory Board

Board Member

2010 - 2011

American Bar Association

Member

2010 - 2013

Washington Defender Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Contruction Lien

Successful

Self-Petition as an Abused Spouse

Successful

Employment Authorization

Successful

Condo Owner Association Dispute

Successful.

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Education

2019

University of Washington Law School

LL.M - Master of Laws

2009

Seattle University School of Law

Juris Doctor

1987

Brigham Young University-Hawaii

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2011

East King County Bar Association, Trust and Estate Section CLE

Community Property

2010

CLE - Family Law Section

Effect of Divorce on Immigration Status

2009

Poverty Law Seminar

Transitioning Out of Foster Care

2008

Estate Planning Drafting

Personal Representative

Publications

2011

EKCBA Estate Planning CLE Community Property Bascis

2010

Family Law Section Effect of Divorce on an Alien's Immigration Status

Languages

Mandarin

Cantonese

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