Licensed for 22 years

State WA

Acquired 2001

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Patrick Michael Hanis

Estate planning Attorney at Kent, WA

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Estate planning

50%

I assist clients with preparation of Wills/Trusts, power of attorney, living wills, and related estate planning documents. I also assist with guardianship matters, as well as litigation and mediation related to estates and guardianships.
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22 years
Probate

20%

I assist personal representatives/trustees in fulfilling their duties to an estate or Trust; and assist heirs in insuring their estate interests are handled correctly. I also mediate and litigate probate/trust/estate matters.
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22 years
Business

15%

I assist businesses from formation through sale. This includes contract work, leasing issues, collections, partnership agreement preparation and revision, and other general legal assistance. I also litigate and mediate business matters
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22 years
Real estate

15%

Work includes preparation, review, litigation and dispute resolution related to purchase and sale agreements, boundary disputes, title issues, easements, earnest money disputes, leasing, adverse possession, and condemnation.
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22 years

I'M RESULT ORIENTED AND STRIVE TO HELP MY CLIENT ACHIEVE THEIR LEGAL GOALS.

I am a partner at Hanis Irvine Prothero, PLLC. I assist people with estate planning, probate, real estate, and business transactions. This includes matters related to Wills, Trusts, Power of Attorney, administration of estates and trusts, guardianships, real estate transactions, boundary disputes and related issues.

Due to my litigation/arbitration/mediation experience, I am called upon to assist clients in a variety of matters. I am result oriented and find great pleasure when clients reach their legal goals quickly and efficiently. When a fair resolution cannot be achieved, I fight for my clients to achieve the most beneficial result possible. I have extensive experience in Superior courts, including trials, mediations, and arbitrations.

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Hanis Irvine Prothero, PLLC

(253) 263-1757 Office

6703 S 234th St Ste 300

Kent, WA, 98032-2903

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Posted by Allen | November 7, 2023

Great Experience!

Patrick executed our will and all related documents. He was professional and thorough in explaining all critical concepts in a way we could understand, which included tax savings options for the future. His style was also casual and personal which we appreciated. We highly recommend him.

Posted by Chris | August 30, 2023

Estate Plan

Got an estate plan. Very thorough and explained everything. Good document as well (I have seen some that were not clear). Also explained what we will need to do in the future as life changes (relocation, deaths, etc.)

Posted by Janet | August 28, 2023

update will

He had done my will a couple years ago and had to update it. He was very thorough and went over all steps. also took time to chat with me about my personal life. I would gladly recommend him, very personable, and easy to talk to.

Posted by Barb | July 14, 2023

POA Needed

Needed to get a POA for my dad since my mom has dementia. Pat and Steven made the process very easy. Everything was professional, relaxed, and smooth. Thank you.

Posted by Rod and Kathy | May 17, 2023

Pleased with entire process

Patrick was very good in helping us to meet our needs for our will. From start to finish, he was very professional and informative. Would definitely recomment.

Posted by Charlie | May 12, 2023

Excellent job!

Patrick helped us create our first revocable living trust. He was great and he did an excellent job! Patrick served us with tremendous patience (he answered our so many questions), respect, and expertise! We are very delighted with the whole process and with the final results! We won't hesitate to recommend him to all our family and friends.

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Posted by Jeannie | March 16, 2023

estate planning

Patrick did our original estate and trust set up three years and then made changes for me when my husband died suddenly. always very professional, kind, knowledgable and had useful suggestions on making things done easier.

Posted by ROBERT | February 1, 2023

Professional, Capable, Caring

We have worked with Patrick for several years, mostly dealing our estate, wills, etc. He is a skilled attorney with years of experience and brings that to the table. He cares that you understand what is going on and how the various documents will impact you. Definitely a good experience.

Posted by Patt & Dale | January 24, 2023

Estate planning

My husband and I needed to write new wills because the previous lawyer really botched things. We met with Pat and found that he was a really good listener and very knowledgeable about how to accomplish what we needed to put our estate in order. We just signed our paperwork and what a relief to have this all done. I’m confident in the work and would recommend Pat to anyone needing this type of work done!

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Posted by Kevin | December 20, 2022

Highly recommended!

My wife and I recently had all of our estate planning docs done with Pat and his team. They were responsive, professional, and easy to deal with! Best of all - Pat and his team are genuinely down-to-earth people that show kindness and caring. We highly recommend them!

Posted by Aaron | December 15, 2022

Estate Planning Made Easy

My wife and I finally got our Wills, POAs, and Marital Property Agreement completed. Patrick and his Paralegal Steven were awesome. They made the process so much easier than I thought and very efficient with their communications and turnaround of the documents. I have the utmost confidence that we are covered to the extent we need to be right now.

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Posted by Nate | November 2, 2022

Outstanding service

When it came time to finalize my estate planning, Patrick was highly recommended by my Certified Financial Planner. Pat and his team made the entire process very simple and had detailed answers to all of my questions. I would welcome the opportunity to work with him again, should the need arise in the future.

Posted by Terence | October 7, 2022

Excellent!!

Both Patrick and Steven guided me through the process of updating my will and other legal declarations. They were patient with me throughout.

Posted by Kathleen | August 4, 2022

Updated Estate Planning

Patrick and his paralegal assistant, Steven, we’re wonderful in helping us update our Estate Planning. Our life circumstances had changed, and we needed advice on legal options in order to update our Estate Plan. They were great listeners and with us created a plan that is perfect for our situation and goals. We were appreciative with both their kindness and professionalism.

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Posted by Terry | June 29, 2022

Estate planning and Will

We feel so fortunate to have met Patrick and would highly recommend him and his firm. He made us feel very comfortable in doing our Will and other legal documents. This can be a sensitive time but he explains things throughly and very professionally. Thank you.

Posted by Calico | June 10, 2022

Great addition to the team!

We were referred to Patrick from our financial planner, for work on estate planning. Patrick and Steven made this extremely easy and explained everything clearly and concisely. We left feeling like we had a solid and robust long-term plan and a new member of the team!

Posted by Angela | June 10, 2022

Excellent Estate Planning lawyer

Patrick and team were extremely professional in walking me through updating my will and legal documents. Definitely would utilize Patrick and his firm again!

Posted by Tama-Lisa | May 5, 2022

Great to work with.

Patrick did my estate planning, will, POA, etc. I was very pleased with the process, how quickly they were finished and that Patrick explained the different aspects of my choices to me again at signing. I do not have a large estate but my choices were important to me and he treated me and the process with respect. I would hire him again and will recommend him.

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Posted by Mitchell | April 22, 2022

Well done

Very personable, professional and clear communicator. Highly recommended! Everything was well prepared.

Posted by Tim | February 21, 2022

Great experience

Patrick and his team were a pleasure to work with. Professional, flexible, patient, and reasonably priced.

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AVVO RATING 9.0 (Superb)

Work Experience

Partner
Hanis Irvine Prothero, PLLC
2007 - Present

Associate
Hanis Greaney, PLLC
2003 - 2007

Associate
Hanis & Olson, PLLC
2001 - 2003

Law Clerk
Washington State Attorney General
1999 - 2001

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Education

Gonzaga University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2001

University of Washington
BA
1998

Legal Cases

Will Dispute
After trial, the court ruled in favor of my client, and required the brother to reimburse my clients' attorneys fees and costs.

Easement Dispute
Court found in favor of my client that the neighbors interpretation of the easement was incorrect, and that the trees removed were not unlawfully cut.

Associations

Kent Community Foundation
Grant Committee Member
2019 - Present

Lake Meridian Water District
Elected Commissioner
2004 - Present

Washington Association of Sewer and Water Districts
Member
2004 - Present

Kiwanis
Board Member/Member
2003 - Present

King County Bar Association
Member
2001 - Present

Washington State Bar Association
Member
2001 - Present

Boy Scouts of America
Various leadership positions
1995 - Present

Kentlake High School Basketball Booster Club
President, Treasurer
2015 - 2017

Kiwanis Childrens Cancer Program
Board Member
2010 - 2017

Kiwanis
President, Meridian-Kent Kiwanis
2008 - 2009

South King County Bar Association
President
2007 - 2008

South King County Bar Association
Trustee
2005 - 2007

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Honors and Awards

Rising Star
Washington Law & Politics Magazine
2012

Rising Star
Washington Law & Politics Magazine
2011

Kiwanian of the Year
Meridian-Kent Kiwanis
2011

Pro Bono Service Commendation
Washington State Bar Association
2005

Pro Bono Service Commendation
Washington State Bar Association
2004

Eagle Scout
Boy Scouts of America
1990

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Publications

Kent Reporter
Floods, disasters and insurance: Kent attorney offers timely advice
2009

Speaking Engagements

Multiple
Estate Planning Basics
2017

Business Transition Forum
Business Transitions
2017

NY Live
Estate Planning Update
2016

Merrill Gardens
Aging with Dignity
2016

Arbor Village
Basic Estate Planning
2014

Green River Flooding
A legal perspective for businesses preparing for flooding and other disasters
2009

Community/youth groups
The role of attorneys and the laws in society
2009

New Lawyer Orientation
Maintaining a balanced life
2007

New Lawyer Orientation
Maintaining a balanced life
2006

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Attorney endorsements

Received (8)

Given (11)

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Sara Wahl

Litigation Attorney | May 14
Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer's work."

Jennifer Karol

Real estate Attorney | Apr 02
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work."

Vanessa Vanderbrug

Personal injury Attorney | Mar 26
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work."

Shana Thompson

Real estate Attorney | Apr 30
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work."

John Huhs

Construction and development Attorney | Apr 14
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Pat for several years. I endorse his work and think highly of him."

Mark Prothero

Real estate Attorney | Mar 09
Relationship: Co-worker

"I've been working with Pat on a daily basis for the past five years. He is hard-working, thorough, well-prepared, and a very strong trial lawyer. Communication with his clients is very important to Pat. He is also very involved in the community and has a great sense of humor."

Michael Hanis

Litigation Attorney | Mar 08
Relationship: Co-worker

"Although I'm a little prejudiced (notice our last names), this is genuinely one of the brightest young negotiators/litigators I have ever known. Absolute loyalty to his clients. Goes well beyond the call of duty in his representation."