Craig S. Sternberg

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Craig S. Sternberg

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 55 years

Bankruptcy and debt Lawyer at Kirkland, WA
Practice Areas: Bankruptcy & Debt, Business, Real Estate, Mediation

520 Kirkland Way, Ste. 400, PO Box 655, Kirkland, WA

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About Craig

Biography

Craig Sternberg has the experience and knowledge to assist you in creating new opportunities.

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Bankruptcy and Debt 60%

56 years

60%
Business 20%

56 years

20%
Mediation 10%

10%
Real Estate 10%

56 years

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 350-450 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 55 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 1970

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Sternberg Thomson Okrent & Scher, PLLC

520 Kirkland Way, Ste. 400, PO Box 655, Kirkland, WA, 98083

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Craig S. Sternberg's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

9 Client Reviews

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Posted by Richard | June 19, 2013 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Inspires confidence

Out of the blue I was faced with a potential financial lawsuit. I had no clue how to respond to an intimidating letter from a law firm well practiced in intimidation. Craig defused the situation, unravelled the issues and explained his recommended course of action. I had complete confidence in his e...xperience, his research specific to my case, and in his ability to negotiate with the other side. He took time to explain his reasoning, kept me informed on progress, and was at all times mindful of costs and efficiency.

Posted by Sheri | December 30, 2010 | Bankruptcy & Debt

Talk to Craig Sternberg before you decide on a Bankruptcy Attorney

Craig Sternberg was the 4th Bankruptcy Attorney we talked to, and I'm glad we kept interviewing until we found him. Not only did he treat us with respect, he seemed to take a personal interest in us - which was quite refreshing because the 3rd attorneys' office made us feel like we were things on an... assembly line. Ours was a fairly complicated case due to inheritance and family matters. Craig took the time to figure out how we could come out as whole as possible from our bankruptcy process, and I am eternally grateful to him.

Posted by William | May 04, 2010 | Contracts & Agreements

Exemplary

Mr. Sternberg has represented my company on a variety of contractual matters for nearly a decade. He has represented my business professionally and effectively producing a positive outcome.

Posted by Peter | March 09, 2009 | Business

Client Review

Craig has handled a number of complex business cases for my company with GREAT success. He has great integrity in what he does and an enormous amount of experience backing his work.

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Craig S. Sternberg's Lawyer Endorsements

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Aaron Okrent

Chapter 11 bankruptcy lawyer | Jul 16

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse Craig Sternberg as an excellent bankruptcy attorney in all aspects of creditor and debtor representation. I have practiced law with him for 17 years. He combines his common sense, practical, and analylitical approaches to solving his clients issues efficiently."

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David Binney

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jul 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Extensive experience and strong practical approach."

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Irving Sonkin

Chapter 11 bankruptcy lawyer | Jun 19

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with and against Craig. He is diligent and innovative in seeking solutions to benefit his client. He always places his client first and obtains good results"

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Aaron Okrent

Litigation lawyer

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James Klauser

Litigation lawyer

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Kinne Hawes

Commercial real estate lawyer

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Aaron Wolff

DUI and DWI lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2010

Top Lawyer, Seattle Metropolitan Magazine

2007

Certificate of Appreciation Service on the MCLE Board, Washington State Bar Association

2005

Certificate of Appreciation Service on the MCLE Board, Washington State Bar Association

2004

Certificate of Appreciation Service on the MCLE Board, Washington State Bar Association

2004

Certificate of Appreciation Service on the Fee Arbitration Panel, Washington State Bar Association

2004

Pro Bono Service Commendation, Washington State Bar Association

2000

Certificate of Appreciation for Service on CLE Committee, Washington State Bar Association

1999

Graditude for Extraordinary Service (Resolution No. 314), Town of Clyde Hill, Washington

1994

Accredited in Commercial Bankruptcy, American Bankruptcy Board of Certification

Work Experience

1995 - Present

Managing Member, Sternberg Thomson Okrent & Scher, PLLC

2000 - 2001

General Counsel, Dominion Income Management

1985 - 1990

Partner, Hatch & Leslie

1970 - 1985

Partner, Diamond & Sylvester

1969 - 1970

Clerk, Lycette, Diamond & Sylvester

1967 - 1968

Clerk, Friedman Lobe & Block, CPAs

Associations

2016 - Present

Washington State Bar Association

Chair, Continuing Legal Education Committee

2015 - Present

Thomas T. Glover Mediation Program (US Bankruptcy Court, Western District of Washington)

Mediator

1978 - Present

Herzl Ner Tamid Congregation

President (1999-2001), Board Member and Member

1970 - Present

Washington State Bar Association

Member

American Bankruptcy Institute

Member

2013 - 2016

Washington State Bar Association

Member, Continuing Legal Education Committee

2003 - 2005

Washington State Bar Association Fee Arbitration Panel

Member of Fee Arbitration Panel

2002 - 2015

Washington State Jewish Historical Society

President (2009-2012) and Member of the Board

1999 - 2006

Mandatory Continuing Legal Education Board

Chair (2003-2005) and Member (1999-2006)

1997 - 2000

Washington State Bar Association

Member Continuing Legal Education Committee

1989 - 1999

Planning Commission, Town of Clyde Hill, WA

Chair (1989 - 1999) and Member

1987 - 1992

Washington State Bar Association

Member, Continuing Legal Education Committee

1983 - 1985

Board of Adjustment, Town of Clyde Hill, WA

Chair (1983-1985)

Sample of Legal Cases

Defunis v Odegaard

Student was admitted and graduated from law school.

DeFunis v Odegaard

Case went to the U.S. Supreme Court

In re Optimer International, Inc.

Chapter 11 Plan of Reorganization confirmed

In re Sweeny

Chapter 11 Plan of Reorganization confirmed

In re TC Global, Inc. (Tully's Coffee Shops)

Assets sold for over $9,000,000

Jones v Genus Credit Management

Settled

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Education

1970

University of Washington

Juris Doctor

1967

University of Washington

Bachelor of Business Administration

Speaking Engagements

2016

WSBA Moderate Means Program: Bankruptcy

Bankruptcy Forms

2002

Heritage University Business Class

Bankruptcy

1991

CLE Seminar

Commercial Real Estate Leasing

1989

CLE Seminar

Protection of Secured Creditors

1988

CLE Seminar

How to Protect Creditors' Rights in Bankruptcy

1987

CLE Seminar

Protection of Secured Creditors In Bankruptcy and Washington

1986

CLE Seminar

Extraordinary Colletion Procedures and Bankruptcy Practice in Washington

1985

Continuing Legal Education (1985-1999)

Bankruptcy Topics

Publications

2002

Business Retention and Expansion - How to use Bankruptcy in Business Retention etc. Washington State Department of Trade

1972

Washington State Bar Association Creditor Debtor Section Newsletter

Languages

English

Activity

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