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W. Theodore Vander Wel
also known as Theo Vander Wel
About W.
Biography
W. Theodore Vander Wel was born in Newton, NJ; admitted to the bar, 1988, Washington, U.S. District Court, Western District of Washington and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit; education: Dordt College (B.A., 1985); Drake University (J.D. with honors, 1988). Member: King County and Washington State Bar Assocation; National Lawyers Association.
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Whether before or after litigation erupts as a result of a dispute, I am committed to providing my clients with excellent legal representation for a reasonable cost. I have handled disputes in most of Western Washington for a wide variety of clients. Most of these disputes are resolved by settlement before a trial or an arbitration occurs. If litigation occurs, however, I rigorously advocate my client's position. In the past twenty years, I have served as counsel in hundreds of cases in the Washington superior and appellate courts and arbitrations.
In addition to the satisfaction of resolving disputes by adjudication or settlement, I enjoy the intellectual challenge practicing law affords. Because no two disputes are identical, my work rarely is routine.
Away from the office, I enjoy spending time with my family and running, biking and hiking. I serve as an elder of my local church.
Knowledgeable, effective and diligent representation for your real estate matters.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Lawsuits and Disputes
35%
38 years
Real Estate
35%
38 years
Land Use and Zoning
15%
37 years
Probate
10%
30 years
Fees and Rates
Awards
Licenses
Licensed in Washington for 37 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 1988
No misconduct found
Location
W. Theodore Vander Wel's Reviews
Avvo Review Score
7 Client Reviews
W. Theodore Vander Wel's Lawyer Endorsements
"I worked closely with Theo on a litigated matter involving estate funds held by a credit union and claimed by an improperly identified account beneficiary. Theo stood out as the most prepared, polished and efficient attorneys involved in the case. He stayed focused on the results, and was well received by the trial judge. And he delivered a great outcome to his clients. I highly recommend Theo."
"I endorse this lawyer. Theo is a knowledgeable and strong attorney as well as a good, caring person. He can help resolve real estate matters through negotiation and try the cases in Court if that becomes necessary."
"I endorse this lawyer. He has been very helpful in ares of probate and business litigation. The clients I have referred to him have been very happy with his services, his character, his competency and the reasonableness of his fees. I will continue to use him as a referral."
Steven Lingenbrink
Personal injury lawyer
Experience
Honors
2025
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2024
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2022
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2021
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2020
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2019
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2018
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2012
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2011
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2010
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2009
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2008
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2007
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2006
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2005
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2003
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2002
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2001
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2000
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1999
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Work Experience
1993 - Present
Founding Member, Vander Wel, Jacobson & Kim, PLLC
Associations
2000 - Present
National Lawyers AssociationMember
2000 - Present
King County Bar AssociationMember
1989 - Present
The Rutherford InstitutePro-Bono Affiliate Attorney
1988 - Present
Washington State Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Western WA Corp. of Seventh Day Adventists v. Rasmussen, 140 Wn.App. 1020, 2007WL2411356 (2007).
Reversal of unfavorable summary judgment
Anderson v. Griffin, 114 Wn.2d 1005, 2002 WL31372051 (2002).
Reversed and remanded
Jervis v. Eveleigh, 104 Wn.App. 1045, 2001WL117482 (2001).
Affirmed favorable grant of summary judgment
Zuanich v. Rainbow RV Center, Inc., 100 Wn.2d 1072, 2000WL703112 (2000).
Favorable jury verdict affirmed
Saldin Securities, Inc. v. Snohomish County, 134 Wn.2d 288, 949 P.2d 370 (1998).
Favorable ruling for landowners
Education
1988
Drake University Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
1985
Dordt College
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
What is the process for preparing and filing a quit claim deed in King County, Washington
08 Oct 2008
Q&A
"Presentation of Order Hearing"
26 Apr 2008