$ 350-450 per hour
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Virtual Consultation Available
Practicing law in Seattle since 1970, my primary focus is in Bankruptcy representing creditors and debtors in Chapters 7, 11 and 13 as well as mediation and litigation.
Over the years, I have litigated matters commercial matters in state, bankruptcy and federal courts as well as arbitrations and mediations under the auspices of the AAA and JAMS. Recently, I was appointed as a mediator for the Hon. Thomas T. Glover Mediation Program for the Western District of Washington Bankruptcy Courts, and have served as an arbitrator under the Mandatory Aribitration Rules of the King County Superior Courts.
We counsel clients on business matters including incorporations, formation of limited liability companies and partnerships, asset purchases and protection.
I was the first editor of the Washington State Bar Association's Creditor/Debtor Section Newsletter. Chair of the Mandatory Continuing Education Board, Washington State Bar Association, 2003-2005 and currently a member of the Continuing Litigation Committee of the WSBA. I am a frequent Lecturer for Continuing Legal Education in Washington. Member and Chair, Planning Commission and Board of Adjustment. Certified Specialist, Business Bankruptcy Law, American Bankruptcy Board of Certification, 1994-2000.
I hold the AV rating (highest by Martindale Hubbell National Attorney Rating Services) and was named on of Seattle Metropolitans Magazine’s Top Lawyers for 2010
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56 years
56 years
56 years
$ 350-450 per hour
State: Washington
Acquired: 1970
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520 Kirkland Way, Ste. 400, PO Box 655, Kirkland, WA, 98083
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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...
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...
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.
"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."
"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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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
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
2016 - Present
Washington State Bar AssociationChair, Continuing Legal Education Committee
2015 - Present
Thomas T. Glover Mediation Program (US Bankruptcy Court, Western District of Washington)Mediator
1978 - Present
Herzl Ner Tamid CongregationPresident (1999-2001), Board Member and Member
1970 - Present
Washington State Bar AssociationMember
Member
2013 - 2016
Washington State Bar AssociationMember, Continuing Legal Education Committee
2003 - 2005
Washington State Bar Association Fee Arbitration PanelMember of Fee Arbitration Panel
2002 - 2015
Washington State Jewish Historical SocietyPresident (2009-2012) and Member of the Board
1999 - 2006
Mandatory Continuing Legal Education BoardChair (2003-2005) and Member (1999-2006)
1997 - 2000
Washington State Bar AssociationMember Continuing Legal Education Committee
1989 - 1999
Planning Commission, Town of Clyde Hill, WAChair (1989 - 1999) and Member
1987 - 1992
Washington State Bar AssociationMember, Continuing Legal Education Committee
1983 - 1985
Board of Adjustment, Town of Clyde Hill, WAChair (1983-1985)
Student was admitted and graduated from law school.
Case went to the U.S. Supreme Court
Chapter 11 Plan of Reorganization confirmed
Chapter 11 Plan of Reorganization confirmed
Assets sold for over $9,000,000
Settled
1970
Juris Doctor
1967
Bachelor of Business Administration
2016
Bankruptcy Forms
2002
Bankruptcy
1991
Commercial Real Estate Leasing
1989
Protection of Secured Creditors
1988
How to Protect Creditors' Rights in Bankruptcy
1987
Protection of Secured Creditors In Bankruptcy and Washington
1986
Extraordinary Colletion Procedures and Bankruptcy Practice in Washington
1985
Bankruptcy Topics
2002
1972
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