Irving A Sonkin

Irving A Sonkin

4.7
Rating: 9.2

Licensed for 51 years

Real estate Lawyer at Bellevue, WA
Practice Areas: Real Estate, Business, Commercial ... +4 more

12715 NE Bel Red Rd Ste 150, Bellevue, WA

About Irving

Biography

Practice Areas

7

Practice Areas

Real Estate 30%

I represent real estate owners and users in virtually all issues, including ownership, buying, selling, leasing, property rights and landlord/tenant disputes

52 years

30%
Business 20%

I have a background in public accounting (prior to attending law school) and specialize in closely held businesses.

52 years

20%
Estate Planning 10%

I take a holistic view of clients' legal, financial and emotional needs.

52 years

10%

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Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 51 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 1974

Active

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Location

Law Offices of Irving A Sonkin

12715 NE Bel Red Rd Ste 150, Bellevue, WA, 98005-2627

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Irving A Sonkin's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.7 /5.0

15 Client Reviews

5 star (14)
4 star (0)
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1 star (1)

Posted by anonymous | May 6, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Excellent

We have worked with Irving for our estate planning on two occasions. He is very thorough, flexible to our needs, and questions what we need -- he is not just taking a cookie cutter approach for estate planning but a partner in our overall plan. He gives good insight about the pros and cons of certain... options we proposed. On top of that, he's very nice to talk to. highly recommended!

Posted by Kedar | January 14, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Excellent lawyer and wonderful human being

Irv did my will and a real estate transaction for us. He has an excellent grasp of legal issues in both areas. He took a 20 year view rather than just the current situation. He walked patiently through various cases. He worked on Christmas weekend since we were in a time-crunch. He notarized our docu...ments in a short order. He is a wonderful human being with great legal expertise.

Posted by Bill | October 19, 2017 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

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Mr. Sonkin took time to provide specific interesting information that applied for my unusual circumstances!

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Posted by James | September 20, 2017 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Excellent Support

I contacted Mr. Sonkin with a questions about title to a property I own. He was most helpful and even recommended steps I could take before retaining a Lawyer. Thank you very much. If I need Legal help in the future, you are tops on my list.

Posted by Rob | August 11, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Excellent Advice and Service for Estate Planning

Irv helped us with Estate Planning including wills and other documents. He was very patient and took the time to carefully explain our options, the meaning of uncertain terminology, and the rationale behind certain legal language. He was also quite responsive to questions and requests by email. We... recommend Irv and would not hesitate to work with him again.

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Irving A Sonkin's Lawyer Endorsements

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Daniel Foe

Lawsuits and disputes lawyer | Apr 03

Relationship: Other

"Irv is an intelligent and experienced advocate, he is mindful of looking for the most efficient resolution for his clients, while at the same time willing and able to go the mat for clients in litigated matters."

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Alan Foe

Lawsuits and disputes lawyer | Dec 31

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Irv Sonkin as an attorney, a client, and colleague for more than 30 years. Irv has been on the cutting edge of applying computer technology to the practice of law. He is a fast study and cuts quickly to the heart of issues. In my opinion, a successful attorney is able to identify multiple solutions any legal problem. What divides the excellent attorneys from the others is the ability to select the most efficient and effective solution. Mr. Sonkin’s legal experience, practical experience and intellect place him and his associates in the company of the excellent attorneys in this community."

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Edward Le

Business lawyer | May 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Irv is a smart, practical, and client oriented attorney. He has a natural talent for problem solving and approaching the client's case with creative solutions. Above all, he deeply cares about his clients."

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Matthew Davis

Lawsuits and disputes lawyer | Mar 26

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I have known Irv for over 15 years. Our paths cross regularly in cases that actually go to trial. Irv is a true trial lawyer. He is never unprepared, and he connects well with both judges and juries. Highly recommended."

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Michael Doland

Business lawyer | Nov 27

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"The answers of Mr. Sonkin are consistently accurate, analytic and customized to the needs of the Avvo askers. These are exactly the qualities that every client would look for in hiring an attorney."

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Robert Kelly

Real estate lawyer | Mar 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Sonkin does good work in providing correct information and practical knowledge. He is very competent."

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Experience

Rating:  9.2 (Superb)

Honors

2022

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2021

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2020

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2019

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

1997 - Present

Managing Partner, Sonkin & Schrempp PLLC

Associations

1974 - Present

Washington State Bar Association

Member

Education

1987

Golden Gate University

MA - Masters

1973

University of Cincinnati College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1969

City University of New York, Queens College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2011

Advising Small Businesses

Agreements between owners/founders

Languages

English

Activity

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