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About Patrick
Biography
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.
I'm result oriented and strive to help my client achieve their legal goals.
I assist clients in the legal needs of running a business.
Estate planning documents provide certainty for ourselves and our family.
I assist clients in administering trusts and probates smoothly.
We assist clients in all aspects of real property.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Estate Planning
50%
25 years
Probate
20%
25 years
Business
15%
25 years
Real Estate
15%
25 years
Fees and Rates
Awards
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Licenses
Licensed in Washington for 24 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 2001
No misconduct found
Location
Hanis Irvine Prothero, PLLC
6703 S 234th St Ste 300, Kent, WA, 98032-2903
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Showing 1 - 5 of 27 reviews | Communication Style
Posted by Sherie | February 18, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Trusts
A+ Lawyer
We hired Patrick Hanis to help us form a trust. He was able to answer all our questions and made sure we understood everything about the trust.
Posted by Candace | October 03, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning
Highly recommended for estate planning!
Very impressed with Pat and his legal team as they prepared our estate documents. They were very thorough and helpful answering all of our questions. They are experts in their field and their professionalism was exceptional.
Posted by Chris | September 19, 2025 | Trusts
Recommended!
I worked briefly with Patrick Hanis on an issue updating the trust for my father as I have POA for him. It involved meeting with a third party whom my father trusted.Unfortunately the meeting blew up for us, but it was no fault of Mr.Hanis. He handled himself with great integrity. Mr Hanis did no...
Posted by Sarah | May 16, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning
Amazing Estate Planning Attorney
My experience with the Attorney Patrick Hanis and his team was nothing short of amazing. He took his time to explain all the documents to me and my daughter and was very patience when we asked questions. I would highly recommend Hanis Irvine Prothero PLLC Attorneys at Law to anyone needing estate pl...
Posted by Ana | April 04, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning
Clear and stress-Free
Pat Hanis was recommended to us for our Will and Estate Planning. End-to-End it was a clear and stress free experience. From the start of the process, assisted by his Paralegal Steven Bash, to our final signing appointment. All details and questions were explained and answered. We highly recommen...
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"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."
"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."
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Experience
Honors
2012
Rising Star, Washington Law & Politics Magazine
2011
Rising Star, Washington Law & Politics Magazine
2011
Kiwanian of the Year, Meridian-Kent Kiwanis
2005
Pro Bono Service Commendation, Washington State Bar Association
2004
Pro Bono Service Commendation, Washington State Bar Association
1990
Eagle Scout, Boy Scouts of America
Work Experience
2007 - Present
Partner, Hanis Irvine Prothero, PLLC
2003 - 2007
Associate, Hanis Greaney, PLLC
2001 - 2003
Associate, Hanis & Olson, PLLC
1999 - 2001
Law Clerk, Washington State Attorney General
Associations
2019 - Present
Kent Community FoundationGrant Committee Member
2004 - Present
Lake Meridian Water DistrictElected Commissioner
2004 - Present
Washington Association of Sewer and Water DistrictsMember
2003 - Present
KiwanisBoard Member/Member
2001 - Present
King County Bar AssociationMember
2001 - Present
Washington State Bar AssociationMember
1995 - Present
Boy Scouts of AmericaVarious leadership positions
2015 - 2017
Kentlake High School Basketball Booster ClubPresident, Treasurer
2010 - 2017
Kiwanis Childrens Cancer ProgramBoard Member
2008 - 2009
KiwanisPresident, Meridian-Kent Kiwanis
2007 - 2008
South King County Bar AssociationPresident
2005 - 2007
South King County Bar AssociationTrustee
Sample of 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.
Education
2001
Gonzaga University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1998
University of Washington
BA
Speaking Engagements
2017
Multiple
Estate Planning Basics
2017
Business Transition Forum
Business Transitions
2016
NY Live
Estate Planning Update
2016
Merrill Gardens
Aging with Dignity
2014
Arbor Village
Basic Estate Planning
2009
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
2007
New Lawyer Orientation
Maintaining a balanced life
2006
New Lawyer Orientation
Maintaining a balanced life
Publications
2009
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
What is the City of Seattle's legal obligation to provide an operational waterline to your existing home?
06 Feb 2012
Q&A
What does it mean if I sign a consent to entry of waiver of bond, order of solvency and nonintervention powers?
10 Sep 2010
Q&A
If you have an LLC and go out of business, what happens to the remainer of your building lease obligation?
06 Mar 2009