Michelle Hayden Bomberger

Michelle Hayden Bomberger

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 24 years

Business Lawyer at Bellevue, WA
Practice Areas: Business, Contracts & Agreements, Employment & Labor ... +2 more

11130 NE 33rd Place, Suite 120, Bellevue, WA

About Michelle

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Business 40%

Assisting business owners and CEOs with business transactions throughout the business lifecycle from formation through growth, all with a vision of how to maximie the value at the time of exiting the business. Practice areas include forrmation, partnerships, corporate governance, contracts, employment, contractors, leases, licensing, web contracts, purchase and sale of business, mergers and acquisiions, private placements (investors), and dispute resolution.

21 years

40%
Contracts and Agreements 20%

Drafting, review and negotiation of contracts with a view toward the goals of the business and the most effective way to achieve them by balancing needs and risks.

21 years

20%
Employment and Labor 20%

Working with businesses to properly structure and manage employment relationships.

20%
Corporate and Incorporation 10%

Assisting companies with the proper structure for their business and the related corporate documents and agreements between partners.

10%
Intellectual Property 10%

Assisting businesses with planning and business development in the areas of brand and marketing including trademark and copyright protections.

21 years

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 205-350 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Colorado for 1 year

State: Colorado

Acquired: 2024

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Washington for 24 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 2001

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Equinox Business Law Group PLLC

11130 NE 33rd Place, Suite 120, Bellevue, WA, 98004

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Michelle Hayden Bomberger's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

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Posted by Kevin | October 13, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Business

Outstanding Business Attorney

My company has used Michelle as our Business Attorney for the past 3 years. Michelle and her company are business people who focus on law. This allows her to fully understand our business needs and goals while helping us navigate the legal landscape. As our primary business attorney, she is our first... call when something comes up. Typically, Michelle can handle most of our issues - but isn't shy to tell us when we need a specialist. And, of course, her referral network for specialists has never failed us. A great one stop shop for legal advice with deep business understanding! And to top it off, she is an amazing person. I can't recommend Michelle more highly.

Posted by Scott | May 01, 2013 | Business

Equinox Business Law & Michelle Bomberger review.

AlphaGraphics Tacoma has worked with Michelle Bomberger for the past 2 years. Michelle and her team were true assets when helping to establish AlphaGraphics (a franchise). Michelle orchestrated two independent business purchases including employment contracts for the previous owners. She helped c...learly define the risks and worked to minimize liability/exposure. Michelle Bomberger and Equinox Business Law have been a joy and valued partner. Recently, Michelle help to clarify "at will" employment/termination law as it exists in Washington State. Her advice resulted in an outcome that was extremely beneficial to the company. Should you require legal services, I highly recommend Michele and the staff at Equinox Business Law.

Posted by anonymous | July 03, 2011 | Business

Exceptional Customer Service

As a small business owner in today’s market, it is difficult to get personalized service. Equinox Business Law Group exceeds the current norm by providing exceptional customer care for both large and small organizations. Their attorneys take the time to learn how your company operates and what dri...ves you as a business owner. Equinox has played an integral role in the development and growth of my business. Their attorneys' timely responses to requests for deliverables, and the quality of their work is always of the highest standard. Equinox provides sound business advice. Their value and contribution to my business far outweighs the cost of their services. I would highly recommend Equinox for business law matters.

Posted by anonymous | December 14, 2009 | Partnership

Corporate Dispute

Michelle provided council for a dispute with my business partner. She accurately interpreted our agreement and presented several options as to how to best proceed, weighing the probability of success and the potential costs associated with each. She drafted all necessary document that led to a posi...tive outcome for me.

Posted by anonymous | January 23, 2008

Client Review

Michelle is always quick to respond to my questions and requests.

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Michelle Hayden Bomberger's Lawyer Endorsements

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Paul Nordsletten

Business lawyer | Jun 12

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have worked with Michelle on several matters, and I endorse her. I think she is a first-rate attorney with invaluable first-hand business experience that helps her provide businesses with practical legal counsel on the broad range of issues they face."

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Karol Brown

Business lawyer | Apr 23

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I strongly recommend and endorse Michelle Bomberger. She is an effective and intelligent advocate for individuals and companies. I have referred several clients to her to help them incorporate in the US, set up their structure, and be advised about US business laws. Michelle is able to make them feel comfortable and assured about their decisions."

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Michael Gibbons

Business lawyer | Apr 23

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"When clients of mine need general business legal services, I am pleased to refer them to Michelle. She provides them with excellent counsel. I have also worked with Michelle on joint representation and am always impressed with her ability to relate to her clients. I recommend her highly."

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Deanna Pugh

Business lawyer | Feb 22

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have lots of respect for Michelle. We've had the opportunity to work together on a couple of matters, I regularly refer work to her, and we have some clients in common. I hear great things about her from clients and have enjoyed working with her myself. She has such great experience to bring to the table, both legal and in the business world."

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Marye-Heather Kolbly

Business lawyer | Jun 02

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse Michelle's work. She is attentive, knowledgeable, thorough and goes the extra mile for her clients. I have truly enjoyed working with her."

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Lauren Burgon

Business lawyer

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Paul Nordsletten

Employment and labor lawyer

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Keil Larsen

Business lawyer

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Michael Gibbons

Patent application lawyer

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Karol Brown

Immigration lawyer

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Marye-Heather Kolbly

Wills and living wills lawyer

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Deanna Pugh

Employment and labor lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2013

2013 Washington Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2013

King County Executive's Woman Small Business of the Year, King County Executive

2012

40 Under 40, Puget Sound Business Journal

2009

Best Lawyer, 425 Magazine

Work Experience

2005 - Present

Founder and Managing Attorney, Equinox Business Law Group PLLC

2002 - 2005

Senior Manager, Cingular Wireless (formerly AT&T Wireless)

2000 - 2000

Associate, Venture Law Group

1999 - 1999

Associate, Gordon & Glickson

1995 - 1997

Consultant, CAP Gemini Ernst & Young (formerly Ernst & Young LLP)

Associations

2013 - Present

NW Next, The Alumni Association for 40 Under 40

Member (Board Member 2013-2014)

2008 - Present

Center for Advanced Manufacturing Puget Sound

Member (Programs Chair 2014-present)

2005 - Present

King County Bar Association

Member

2001 - Present

Koch Foundation

Board Member

2012 - 2014

Seattle University Albers School of Business Entrepreneurship Center

Advisory Board Member

2012 - 2014

Center for Advanced Manufacturing Puget Sound (CAMPS)

Board Member

2011 - 2012

Washington State Bar Association

Solo and Small Firm Conference Committee

2010 - 2012

Help A Mother Out (HAMO)

Seattle Chapter Manager

2009 - 2014

Seattle University School of Law and Albers School of Business

Guest Lecturer; CEDC program law mentor

2006 - 2014

Northwestern University School of Law

Interviews for Law School Candidates

2005 - 2007

Women Business Owners

Past Board Member

2001 - 2004

Washington State Bar Association

Member; Speaker; Past Chair of Law Office Management Program

Sample of Legal Cases

Custom Deck and Fence Co vs. Dept of Labor and Industries

Plaintiff prevailed

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Education

2001

Northwestern University School of Law

JD/MBA - Juris Doctorate and MBA

1995

University of Notre Dame

BBA

N/A

Harvard University

Speaking Engagements

2013

Essential Toolkit for the Solo and Small Firm Practitioner

Practical Practice Management

2012

Solo and Small Firm Section Annual Conference From Surviving to Thriving: The Business Plan, Financing and Goals

2012

2012 Civil Litigation Institute Ethics in Litigation

Planning for Practice Succession and Continuity

2011

Washington State Bar Association Solo and Small Firm Conference

Marketing and Business Development for Solo/Small Firms

2011

Washington State Bar Association

Key Approaches to Customer Satisfaction and Communication Skills

2011

New Trends, Tools and Tips: Keeping Your Practice Current

Critical Marketing Tips for Solo/Small Firm Practitioners

2010

Washington State Bar Association Solo and Small Firm Conference

Marketing Your Law Practice

2010

KCBA Solo and Small Firm Success Strategies

Alternative Billing Methods and Practices

2007

Managing Business Risk panel

Legal Aspects of Risk Management

2007

CLE - The Business of Lawyering

The Business of Lawyering

2007

Business Legal Breakfast Briefings

Legal Planning for Small Businesses

2007

Business Basix/Get the Party Started

Legal Planning for Small Businesses

2006

Women's Network for Entrepreneurial Training

Legal Planning for Small Businesses/Contract Basics

Publications

2015

LinkedIn Pulse The CEO Mindset

2014

2014

2013

King County Bar Bulletin Key Elements of Practice Management

2013

Seattle Business Magazine CEO Adviser: Marijuana Mania

2012

King County Bar Association Bar Bulletin Planning for Practice Succession and Continuit

2012

Seattle Business Magazine CEO Adviser: What's the Password?

2011

Puget Sound Business Journal Social Media: How to Get Started Using It

2009

King County Bar Association What Clients Need to Know About Lawyers

2008

King County Bar Bulletin Effective Marketing Works Niche-ly

2007

Languages

Spanish

English

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