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Lawrence Freeman Brown JR
also known as Lawrence F. Brown, Jr., CPA, Larry Brown, Jr.
About Lawrence
Biography
“I think of myself as a problem solver. With almost 30 years of experience advising people in tax, business and estate matters, I’d like to think I’ve seen almost everything. I draw on that experience in counseling my clients and helping them develop creative solutions to even the most difficult problems . . .”
“. . . Finding a satisfactory solution is certainly rewarding, but for me, what’s most rewarding is knowing that I have helped to add a measure of peace and order to someone’s life.”
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Licensed in Washington for 36 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 1989
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Location
Brown & Sterling, P.S
4318 Preston-Fall City Rd SE, P. O. Box 940, Fall City, WA, 98024
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Lawrence Freeman Brown JR's Reviews
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Posted by Jackie | May 21, 2021 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Exceptional tax strategist for business owners
Larry and his team provide exceptional tax strategy services for business owners. Far better than anything we experienced with the various CPAs we had tried over the years. If you are a business owner, I highly recommend working with Larry and his team.
Posted by Eric | November 18, 2020 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
The Best Tax Advice for Law Firm Owners Earning $150,000+ per Year
I’m the owner of a plaintiff’s law firm based in San Francisco, California, and I’ve worked with Brown & Sterling since October 2019. Retaining this firm for tax counsel and planning has been one of the single best business investments I’ve made. The service is fantastic: I meet once per quarter wi...
Posted by Regina Bronner | April 16, 2017 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Knowledgeable attorney
Knowledgeable and experienced real estate attorney. Patient and willing to answer my questions.
Posted by Harry | July 31, 2015
Excellent
I have used Larry Brown for over 15 years since moving to Fall City I can honestly tell you this man knows what he is doing, and the staff is amazing. 5 Stars all the way likely to recommend. Don't hesitate call him.
Posted by Travis | October 10, 2012
Business Transaction Made Clear
I am in the process of purchasing part of a business as a partner in a financial planning firm. I have worked with other lawyers/CPAs in the past, but only Larry (who is both a lawyer AND a CPA) could see the full picture from both a law and tax standpoint. He was able to give me great holistic adv...
Lawrence Freeman Brown JR's Lawyer Endorsements
"Larry is competent and knowledgeable. He fully understands the complexities and intricacies of the internal revenue code which enables him to effectively advise and represent his clients. I highly endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Larry is a straight shooter and I would refer him to my friends and family."
"Larry is a great attorney. I have referred several clients to him for business and tax matters and have received glowing reports from each of those clients. I am also Larry's client, and he saved me $50,000 on taxes this past year."
"Besides being a really great guy Larry helped us undo some damage done by a previous accountant and bookkeeper. Larry also helped me develop some simple tax strategies that have already saved me and will likely save me more than $50,000 per year. Yes you read that, right per year. Needless to say because of all of this I have referred several clients to Larry's firm and everyone has been very thankful to me for the introduction. One of the things that gives me a lot of comfort when referring business to Larry's firm, is that it is an actual business and not just brilliant Larry by himself in a corner. He has built a great team around him and even when he is away I know that I am being taken care of. Even when he is away I know I can refer clients to his firm because his business will take care of them it's not just all about Larry."
Michael McKinstry
Personal injury lawyer
Experience
Honors
2018
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
Best of the Valley - Best Law Firm, Snoqualmie Valley Record
2013
Best of the Valley - Best Law Firm, Snoqualmie Valley Record
2012
5 Star Wealth Manager (Estate Planning & Taxation), Seattle Magazine
2012
Best of the Valley - Best Law Firm, Snoqualmie Valley Record
2011
Best of the Valley: Best Law Firm, Snoqualimie Valley Record
2011
5 Star Wealth Advisor (Estate Planning & Taxation), Seattle Magazine
2010
Personal Financial Specialist (PFS), American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
2010
Best of the Valley - Best Law Firm, Snoqualmie Valley Record
2010
5 Star Wealth Advisor (Estate Planning & Taxation), Seattle Magazine
2009
Best of the Valley - Best Law Firm, Snoqualmie Valley Record
2008
Best of the Valley - Best Law Firm, Snoqualmie Valley Record
2007
Best of the Valley - Best Law Firm, Snoqualmie Valley Record
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National Distinguished Service Award - Order of the Arrow, Boy Scouts of America
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Certified Public Accountant, Washington State Board of Accountancy
N/A
Eagle Scout, Boy Scouts of America
Work Experience
1996 - 1999
Member, Ellis, Li & McKinstry PLLC
1996 - 1999
Adjunct Professor - Business Law and Taxation, Seattle Pacific University
1989 - 1996
Partner, Gordon, Thomas, Honeywell, Malanca, Peterson & Daheim
1983 - 1985
Staff Accountant, Peat, Marwick, Mitchell & Co
Associations
2015 - Present
EncompassVice President
2015 - Present
National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (Washington chapter)Board of Directors
2012 - Present
EncompassBoard Member
2012 - Present
Mt Si Senior CenterBoard of Directors
2011 - Present
Estate Planning Council of SeattleMember
2002 - 2012
Snoqualmie Valley Chamber of CommerceBoard of Directors (President 2005-2007)
1995 - 2004
Seattle Pacific UniversityMember of Board of Trustees
1979 - 1981
Boy Scouts of AmericaBoard of Directors
Education
1989
University of California at Davis School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1983
Seattle Pacific University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
N/A
Fuller Theological Seminary
Master of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2005
Washington Society of CPAs/Surgent-McCoy CPE Program
Current Trends in Estate Planning- Sophistocated Applications
2005
Oregon CPA Society / Surgent-McCoy CPE Program
A Complete Guide to the Administration of Trusts and Estates
2005
Oregon CPA Society / Surgent-McCoy CPE Program
Estate-Planning Update Course
2005
Arizona Society of CPAs/ Surgent-McCoy CPE Program
Estate Planning Update Course
Languages
Spanish