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Jesse Valdez
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Biography
Mr. Jesse Valdez attended the Central Washington University for his undergraduate studies, Seattle University School of Law for his J.D., and University of Washington School of Law for his LL.M. in Taxation.
Jesse is a partner in the firm of Valdez Lehman PLLC. The firm cover various matters including: Estate Planning, Business Law and Bankruptcy, Intellectual Property, Taxation and Commercial Litigation.
Before joining Valdez Lehman, Jesse worked for Shulkin & Hutton in downtown Seattle, focusing on bankruptcy and business law. Prior to that, he externed for the Honorable Judge Karen A. Overstreet, Chief Bankruptcy Judge for the Western District of Washington. Jesse’s current areas of practice focuses on Bankruptcy (Chapter(s) 7, 11, 13), Estate Planning/Probate, Corporations/Business Law, Taxation, Creditor/Debtor and Commercial Litigation where he assists businesses and individuals in formulating strategies and solutions for their everyday needs.
Jesse’s professional acknowledgments include the 2009 Latina/o Bar Association of Washington Member of the Year Award and the 2010 Seattle University School of Law La Justicia Award. He has also appeared as a lecturer on Estate Planning for the King County Bar Association Continuing Legal Education program, and is the current Regional President for the HNBA, Region 16.
He is admitted to practice in the following jurisdictions: State of Washington, U.S. Federal Bankruptcy Court - Western and Eastern District of Washington, U.S. District Court - Western District of Washington, U.S. District Court - Eastern District of Washington, and U.S. Tax Court.
Practice Areas
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Practice Areas
Bankruptcy and Debt
20%
22 years
Business
20%
22 years
Estate Planning
20%
22 years
Litigation
20%
22 years
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Licensed in Washington for 21 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 2004
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Location
Valdez Lehman, PLLC
600 108th Ave Ne., Suite. 347, Bellevue, WA, 98004-5965
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Posted by Sarah | March 06, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt
Bankruptcy SOS
Like a lot of people over the last few years, the loss of a job and unexpected hospital bills took their toll on us financially. We had the pleasure of working with Jesse and his superb team, probably longer than most. This was a very difficult decision that weighed on me for a very long time before ...
Posted by anonymous | July 15, 2008 | Contracts & Agreements
CEO
I worked with Mr. Valdez on a variety of our business' contracts in addition to a small litigation matter. He handled all aspects of our business with knowledge and respect.
Jesse Valdez's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer's work. I have referred clients to Jesse and will do so in the future. In addition to his technical expertise, Jesse has demonstrated his ability to understand his client's emotional circumstances and to needs."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Jesse is supportive to a client's need and very realistic about a client's situation, in my opinion."
"Mr. Valdez assisted our clients in setting up a probate in a wrongful death case. He was diligent, expeditious and incredibly knowledgeable about probate matters. As a result, I recommend him to other attorneys looking for probate work as well as estate planning and bankruptcy. I wholeheartedly endorse his work."
Richard Bernstein
Business lawyer
Experience
Honors
2010
La Justica Award, Seattle University School of Law
2009
Member of the Year Award, Latina/o Bar Association of Washington
Work Experience
2009 - Present
Partner, Valdez Lehman, PLLC
Associations
2009 - Present
Hispanic National Bar AssociationRegional President for Region XVI
2009 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2009 - Present
American Bankruptcy InstituteMember
2007 - Present
Hispanic National Bar AssociationMember
2004 - Present
Washington State Bar AssociationMember
2006 - 2008
Latina/o Bar Association of WashingtonVice President of Finance/Treasurer
Education
2006
Washington School of Law
LL. M- Masters in Taxation
2004
Seattle University School of Law
Juris Doctor
Speaking Engagements
2010
Strengthening Your Estate Planning Practice
Powers of Attorney
2007
Cattlemen Association
Estate Planning/Trusts
Languages
Spanish
Activity
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