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As Managing Shareholder and founder of MDK Law, Attorney Mark Kimball has been serving Seattle and Eastside clients for more than thirty five years. His practice is concentrated on corporate and real estate transactions, commercial litigation, business operations, and state, federal, and international tax law, and he is licensed to practice in Washington, New York and Texas, as well as United States Tax Court and the United States Supreme court. Specific tax work includes advising clients on a variety of business operation matters, structuring tax-advantaged transactions, and representing clients before the United States Department of Revenue, the Washington Board of Tax Appeals, and other taxing authorities. Single case tax savings for clients have exceeded $200,000.
In addition to numerous previouus awards, Mark recently received the most selective award accorded to attorneys in the United States by any rating or review process: Martindale-Hubbell’s Client Championship Award, which is limited to less than One Percent of attorneys, and unlike other rating services is based on an average required perfect 5.0 peer reviews by prominent attorneys and judges along with established and verified clients. Mark hired, mentored and trained the firms younger attorneys, three of whom have received “Rising Stars” awards.
Mark serves as a consultant to other lawyers and firms on corporate, LLC, and tax matters, and has been retained as an expert witness for court cases by prominent Seattle firms. Representative expert witness cases have included operational disputes or corporations, limited liability companies; cases in which Mark has testified also include offering expert opinions on law firm governance, with successful outcomes for these parties. Mark assists leading small to large and high-growth companies in a variety of industries including those in the aerospace, computer hardware manufacturing, software creation and development, and the restaurant, liquor, real estate and property management industries. He has also represented political campaign organizations and companies doing business internationally. In addition to his law degree, Mark received a post-doctoral L.L.M. degree in Taxation from the University of Washington, and has completed most academic work toward a Ph.D. in Tax Policy Studies. Clients are local, national and international. Mark’s education and background includes representation in disputes involving international substantive and procedural law.
Mark also earned a second post-doctoral L.L.M. degree in Transnational Commercial Practice, and his International Law and Taxation presence continues to grow. He is a frequent speaker and lecturer, and has served on the faculties of more than 100 legal education, research, and academic conferences in the United States, Europe, and Latin America, including Cuba. Recent conferences include service as a speaker and expert on panels broadcast nationally to attorneys throughout the United States. Recognized by the legal and business communities for outstanding legal services, Mark has received numerous awards and accolades, including Martindale-Hubbell’s highest-available rating (AV Preeminent); a 10.0 rating on Avvo; and recognition in numerous publications including Washington CEO Magazine, Seattle Met magazine, the Seattle Times, and the Wall Street Journal. Mark is also a published legal authority including numerous articles and, as a contributor, a deskbook (two editions) on LLC's published by Thomson Reuters.
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$ 300-500 per hour
State: Oregon
Acquired: 2022
No misconduct found
State: Texas
Acquired: 2016
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State: New York
Acquired: 2005
No misconduct found
State: Washington
Acquired: 1983
No misconduct found
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Posted by DJ | January 10, 2023 | Hired Attorney
Mark and his staff were wonderful! A very stressful situation involving an SEC investigation hit me out of the blue. Mark took all the pressure off me, went to work immediately, and helped me successfully navigate the situation! I highly recommend Mark and his team!
Posted by anonymous | December 13, 2022 | Hired Attorney
MDK Law successfully resolved a dispute arising from a fraudulent residential real estate transaction. Mark Kimball and Dennis Kasimov provided excellent counsel and advocated well on our behalf. They were absolutely professional in their dealings with my wife and I, earning our confidence and respec...
Posted by anonymous | January 6, 2022 | Hired Attorney
Worked with Mark and Farnoosh for 2 years on a case we had. They did an amazing job. Great communication and always available for any questions we had. At the end, we were really happy when the case came to an end and we were cleared. Happy to call MDK Law our attorneys if anything else comes up in t...
Posted by Amir | February 25, 2020 | Hired Attorney
Based on my past fruitful experiences with Mark, I contacted him to get a recommendation for a legal counsel on an urgent case, not realizing that he was practicing in that field of law, had decades of experience and was perhaps the most qualified person for the job in the Puget Sound region. Mark to...
Posted by Jamie | January 8, 2020 | Hired Attorney
Mark Kimball has been my real estate attorney for over 5 years. I’ve had a great relationship with him and would highly recommend him and his practice. Mark is an effective communicator, very competent, and gets the job done regularly exceeding expectations. He has assisted me with real estate transa...
"I endorse this lawyer. I first came across Mark Kimball in a CLE course. He is one of the most esteemed experts in real estate law in this area of the country and I learned a great deal from him. But I've also worked with him as opposing counsel on a couple of cases. Both he and the attorneys in his office are very professional, very experienced, knowledgeable, easy to get a long with, and skilled in the courtroom. Mark and his attorney command a lot of respect from the judges around here. I would recommend Mark and/or his firm to anyone."
"I endorse this lawyer. Incredibly intelligent, and knowledgeable. Has a "professorial" style of speaking (which, given his credentials is expected)."
"I endorse this lawyer. Why? I met Mr. Kimball in July of 1990 and have spoken with him many times. Although I only handle bankruptcy practice, I have had many many persons through the years since 1990 that to this day I still refer to him. Why? Because first in speaking to him I know he knows the law and is great in representing his clients with his services. Clients have indicated they appreciate what he has told them. He is aggressive in a great way too. I would not hesitate one minute to employ him myself which speaks volumes! Thus, feel that you are in great hands in seeking his assistance in your legal needs. Sincerely, Richard D. Granvold , Attorney at Law."
"Mark is a superbly educated attorney who is well versed in the intricacies of corporate matters. He is a conscientious advocate who is dedicated to his clients. I would not hesitate to call Mark on a business matter."
Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer
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Top Rated Lawyer, Avvo
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Highest AV Rating, Martindale-Hubbell®
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Client Champion - Platinum, Martindale-Hubbell®
2016
Superb Rated Attorney, Avvo
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Pacific Northwest's Premier Lawyers, Premier Media
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Seattle's Top Rated Lawyer's, Martindale/Seattle Time and WSJ
2013
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
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2012 Top Rated Lawyers, National Law Journal/Corporate Counsel
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Inclusion in Martindale-Hubbell Register of Preeminent Lawyers, Martindale-Hubbell
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Inclusion in Martindale Register of Preeminent Lawyers, Martindale-Hubbell
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Inclusion in Martindale Register of Preeminent Lawyers, Martindale-Hubbell
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Avvo Top Tax Lawyer, Washington CEO Magazine
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Avvo Top Corporate/Incorporation Lawyer, Washington CEO Magazine
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Adjunct Professor, Etvos Lorand University (Europe), Center for International Legal Studies
1983 - Present
Owner, Mark Douglas Kimball P.S.
2005 - 2006
Instructor/Professor, Lake Washington College
2004 - 2005
Solutions, KKNW-Positive Choice Talk Radio
2016 - Present
State Bar of TexasMember Attorney
2006 - Present
Academy of Political Science.Member
2005 - Present
Midwest Political Science AssociationMember
2005 - Present
New York State Bar AssociationMember
2005 - Present
National Business InstituteFaculty
2002 - Present
Federal Bar AssociationMember
2002 - Present
US-Cuba Law ForumMember
2003 - 2006
American Bar AssociationMember
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2004
LL.M - Master of Laws
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JD - Juris Doctor
1979
BA - Bachelor of Arts
1979
BA - Bachelor of Arts
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Doctoral-PhD Level (In Progress)
2019
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