Mark Douglas Kimball

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Mark Douglas Kimball

4.8
43 reviews
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Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 42 years

Business Lawyer at Bellevue, WA
Practice Areas: Business, Commercial, Real Estate ... +2 more

777 108th Avenue Northeast, Suite 2000, Bellevue, WA

Virtual Consultation Available

About Mark

Biography

President, MDK Law: An Award-Winning business & litigation firm, serving Seattle and Bellevue.

Corporate & LCC formations; Business Litigation; Real Property Transactions; Federal & State Tax

Award-winning quality legal services and litigation from a Results-oriented team.

Experienced Corporate & LLC Formations, Mergers, Modifications & Litigation Services

Experienced Real Estate Transaction & Litigation Services

Preeminent Federal & State Tax Planning and Dispute Representation and Resolution

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Business 30%

Award-winning quality legal services and litigation from an Experienced and Result-oriented team.

30%
Commercial Real Estate 20%

Award-winning quality legal services and litigation from an Experienced and Result-oriented team.

20%
Corporate and Incorporation 20%

Award-winning quality legal services and litigation from an Experienced and Result-oriented team.

20%
Real Estate 20%

Award-winning quality legal services and litigation from an Experienced and Result-oriented team.

20%
Tax 10%

Award-winning quality legal services and litigation from an Experienced and Result-oriented team.

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 300-500 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Platinum Client Champion
AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating
Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2019 2015

Licenses

Licensed in Oregon for 3 years

State: Oregon

Acquired: 2022

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Texas for 9 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 2016

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Licensed in New York for 20 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2005

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Licensed in Washington for 42 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 1983

Active

No misconduct found

Location

MDK Law

777 108th Avenue Northeast, Suite 2000, Bellevue, WA, 98004

mdklaw.com

Online Presence

Other places you can find Mark online.

Mark Douglas Kimball's Reviews

5 star

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4 star

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3 star

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1 star

(3)

Posted by DJ | January 10, 2023 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Excellent experience

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

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Highly Recommended

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...t. We recommend MDK Law without qualification.

Posted by anonymous | January 6, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Great working with Mark and the MDK Law group!

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...he future.

Posted by Amir | February 25, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

A Breed Apart

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...ok over my case on a short notice, put his financial interest aside and did a marvelous work for me. His vast and wide range of knowledge in the field of construction litigations and the specifics of court rulings surrounding similar cases was beyond belief. His professionalism, integrity and caring is second to none. Mark, I owe you so much and thank you endlessly for the fabulous work, your kindness and caring in resolving my case so successfully.

Posted by Jamie | January 8, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Exceptional 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...ctions, evictions, and disputes with neighbors.

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Mark Douglas Kimball's Lawyer Endorsements

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Jonathan Luke

Litigation lawyer | Mar 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Joel Murray

Business lawyer | Jan 09

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer. Incredibly intelligent, and knowledgeable. Has a "professorial" style of speaking (which, given his credentials is expected)."

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Richard Granvold

Business lawyer | Feb 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Boris Petrenko

Business lawyer | Oct 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Scott Wonder

Corporate and incorporation lawyer | Jul 11

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"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."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2019

Top Rated Lawyer, Avvo

2019

Highest AV Rating, Martindale-Hubbell®

2019

Client Champion - Platinum, Martindale-Hubbell®

2016

Superb Rated Attorney, Avvo

2016

Pacific Northwest's Premier Lawyers, Premier Media

2015

Superb Rated Attorney, Avvo

2013

Seattle's Top Rated Lawyer's, Martindale/Seattle Time and WSJ

2013

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2012

2012 Top Rated Lawyers, National Law Journal/Corporate Counsel

2012

Inclusion in Martindale-Hubbell Register of Preeminent Lawyers, Martindale-Hubbell

2011

Inclusion in Martindale Register of Preeminent Lawyers, Martindale-Hubbell

2010

Top Lawyers Award, Seattle Metropolitan Magazine

2010

Inclusion in Martindale Register of Preeminent Lawyers, Martindale-Hubbell

2009

Inclusion in Martindale Register of Preeminent Lawyers, Martindale-Hubbell

2008

Inclusion in Martindale Register of Preeminent Lawyers, Martindale-Hubbell

2008

Avvo Top Tax Lawyer, Washington CEO Magazine

2008

Avvo Top Corporate/Incorporation Lawyer, Washington CEO Magazine

2007

Inclusion in Martindale Register of Preeminent Lawyers,

N/A

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

2010 - Present

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

Associations

2016 - Present

State Bar of Texas

Member Attorney

2006 - Present

Academy of Political Science.

Member

2005 - Present

Midwest Political Science Association

Member

2005 - Present

New York State Bar Association

Member

2005 - Present

National Business Institute

Faculty

2002 - Present

Federal Bar Association

Member

2002 - Present

US-Cuba Law Forum

Member

2003 - 2006

American Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

In Re Enron

Settlement

Initiative 18 vs. King County

Successful- Writ of Mandamus Granted

Pierce County vs. Initiative 776

Remand

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Education

2016

Lazarsky University/Boston University

LL.M - Master of Laws

2004

University of Washington School of Law

LL.M - Master of Laws

1982

University of Washington School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1979

University of Washington

BA - Bachelor of Arts

1979

University of Washington

BA - Bachelor of Arts

N/A

University of Washington

Doctoral-PhD Level (In Progress)

Speaking Engagements

2019

IX. Cuba - International Meeting 2019 on International Law

A PROPOSAL ON THE RELEVANCE OF HISTORICAL INSTITUTIONALISM

2018

Revised Uniform Limited Liability Company Act State LLC Law Update/RULLCA Ethical Considerations

2018

LLC Operating Agreements Gone Wrong Management and Voting, Allocations and Distributions

2018

Advanced Business Contracts: Secrets Only the Top Attorneys Know... Tactically Review Difficult Contracts (w/Examples)

2017

Legal Ethics: Conflicts of Interest in Case Studies Identifying and Resolving Conflicts of Interest - Case Studies

2016

Washington's Revised LLC Act: What you need to know State LLC Law Update and Changes to Definitions and Requirements

2016

Real Estate Litigation in Washington Title Insurance on Commercial Property

2016

Real Estate Litigation in Washington Ethical Considerations in Real Estate Litigation

2016

Preventing Business Contract Disputes Clearly Defining Indemnification

2016

Legal Ethics: Top Attorney-Client Mistakes Unresolved Conflicts of Interest

2016

Handling the Sale of a Business Ethics in Business Acquisitions

2016

Handling the Sale of a Business Ethics in Business Acquisitions

2016

Effective Use of Medical Records and Medical Experts in Civil Litigation Ethics and Experts

2015

Virtual Law Office; Conflicts of Interest Legal Ethics: Top Challenges

2015

Top LLC Mistakes to Avoid in Everyday Business Practices LLC, S-Corp, C-Corp or Inc.; Ethical Traps in the LLC

2014

Title Workshop: From Examination to Committment Drafting and Issuing Title Commitment; Ethical Considerations

2014

2014

Partnership and Shareholder Disputes from Start to Finish Strategic Drafting and Interpretation of Essential Documents; Ethics

2014

2013

Retail, Office and Restaurant Leases: Key Provisions and Warranties Rent, Common Area Maintenance and other Expenses

2013

Illustrated Ethics: Case Studies to Avoid Legal Malpractice Conflicts of Interest; Ethics of Settlement Negotiations and Litigation

2013

Advance Legal Issues in Real Estate Tax Aspects of Real Estate Transactions

2012

Business Contracts A to Z Contract Ethics

2011

How to Keep Tax-Exempt Organizations in Compliance Ethical Considerations

2011

Continuing Legal Education How to Keep Tax-Exempt Orgs in Compliance

2011

Advanced Title Insurance Issues Advanced Issues in Due Diligence - Ethics

2010

Washington Association of Accountants 2010 Convention

Where We've Been and Where We Are: Recent Law, Rulings and Cases Concerning Limited Liability Companies

2010

Residential Real Estate Transactions from A-Z

Residential Real Estate

2010

M&A Tax Procedures Navigating M&A Tax Procedures

2010

Legal Ethics: Hot Topics and Current Events Attorneys changing firm affiliations

2010

Formation and Operation of Limited Liability Companies

Limited Liability Companies

2009

Real Estate Closings A-Z: Navigate Your Closings with Confidence

Real Estate Closings

2009

LLCs: From Formation to Special Use

Limited Liability Companies

2009

Business Law from A to Z Avoiding Ethical Issues

2009

Advanced LLC Issues Limited Liability Companies

2008

VII Conference on International Contract Law, Havana

International Commercial Law Policy Adoption

2008

LLC Trends and Developments

Recent Legislation Regarding LLC's

2008

Accounting 101 for Attorneys

Complying with Ethical Standards

2008

2008 Midwest Political Science Association Annual Conference

Tax Policy and International Trade-Latin America

2007

Midwest Political Science Association Annual Conference

Comparative Analysis of Tax Policy Legal Referents & Historical Institutionalism

2007

Mastering Mergers & Acquisitions

Mergers & Acquisitions

2007

LLCs: From Formation to Special Use

Limited Liability Companies

2007

Legal & Tax Aspects of Investing in Real Estate

Real Estate Investing and Taxation

2007

Helping Your Client Select the Best Entity Option

Incorporations and LLC Formations

2007

Fully Utilizing the Advantages of LLC's in Washington

Limited Liability Companies

2007

Essential Skills for Drafting LLC Agreements

Limited Liability Companies

2007

Buying and Selling the Mom & Pop Business

Tax Considerations -Transactional

2007

Advanced LLC Issues

Limited Liability Companies- Trends and Legislation

2006

S-Corporations: Exploring the Advantages

S-Corporations: Tax and other issues

2006

Midwest Political Science Association Annual Conference

Shifting Burdens in Federal Taxation: Development of A New Study Paradigm

2006

Fully Utilizing the Advantages of LLC's in Washington

Washington LLC Law

2006

Essential Skills for Drafting LLC Agreements

Drafting LLC Agreements; Ethics Issues

2006

Conference on Social Change

Kuhn's Paradigm & The Relevance of Institutionalism

2006

Conference on International Sales Transactions-Salzburg, Austria

Tax Policy Study & The Relevance of Institutionalism

2006

Advanced LLC Issues

Limited Liability Companies

2005

Sophisticated 1031 Exchanges in Washington

Tax Issues in Complex 1031 Exchanges

2005

LLC's & LLP's in Washington

Washington LLC & LLP Law

2005

International Conference on Social Science Research

Social Science Methodologies in the Study of Tax Policy Development

2005

Essentials of 1031 Exchanges

1031 Exchanges

2004

Second Annual Animal Law Conference

Taxing Issues

2003

First Annual Animal Law Conference

Contract Issues

2002

Education Conference 2002

Setting Business Practices

Publications

2016

Clearly Defining Indemnification Preventing Business Contract Disputes

2015

Virtual Law Office; Conflicts of Interest Legal Ethics: Top Challenges

2010

California Continuing Education of the Bar (CEB) Financing Options and Troubleshooting for Business Start-Ups

2009

NBI - National Business Institute Business Law from A-Z

2009

Limited Liability Company Handbook Appendix WA-1 LLC Operating Agreement

2008

Midwest Political Science Association 2008 Conference, Chicago Historical Institutionalism & Tax Policy Formation: Brazil, Chile & Cuba

2008

2008 International Conference on Contract Law, Havana Analysis of Referents in the Study of International Commercial Policy Adoption: A Proposal

2008

LLC Trends & Developments Impact of State Laws on Limited Liability Companies

2008

NBI - National Business Institute Accounting 101 For Attorneys

2007

Unknown The History of LLC's & Washington LLC Law

2007

Unknown Fully Utilizing the Advantages of LLC's in Washington

2007

Advanced LLC Issues (NBI CLE) Current Updates & Emerging Trends

2007

Buying the Mom & Pop Business Tax Considerations

2007

Legal & Tax Aspects of Investing in Real Estate Ethical Considerations; Tax Reform Trends & Developments

2007

Mastering Mergers & Acquisitions (NBI CLE) Shaping an Ethical Foundation

2007

Helping Your Client Select the Best Entity Option (NBI CLE) Building an Ethical Foundation

2007

Fully Utilizing the Advantages of LLC's in Washington (NBI CLE) Why Limited Liability Companies?

2007

NBI - National Business Institute Mastering Mergers and Acquistions

2007

NBI - National Business Institute Helping Your Client Select the Best Entity Option

2007

NBI - National Business Institute Fully Utilizing the Advantages of LLCs in Washington

2007

NBI National Business Institute Essential Skills for Drafting LLC Agreements

2006

Center for International Legal Studies Legal-Philosophical Referents & Rational Choice Analysis in International Tax Policy Adoption

2006

NBI - National Business Institute S Corporations: Exploring the Advantages

2006

Unknown Essential Skills for Drafting LLC Agreements

2006

Journal of Social Change 2006 Conference Program Comparative Analysis of Tax Policy Legal Referents: A Proposal on the Relevance of Institutionalism

2006

Unknown S-Corporations: Exploring the Advantages

2006

Unknown Advanced LLC Issues

2005

NBI - National Business Institute LLC v LLP in Washington: Which Entity is Best for your Client

2004

US-Cuba Law Forum Context & Structure: Historical Institutionalism and Analysis of Cuba's Economic & Legal Reforms

1989

Oregon Revised Statutes Annotated Contributing Legal Editor

Languages

English

Russian

Mandarin

Farsi

Arabic

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