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Jonathan Lew Bowman

Estate planning Attorney at Seattle, WA

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  • Licensed for 30 years
    State WA
    Acquired 1993
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About Jonathan

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Jonathan L. Bowman is the managing partner of Jonathan L. Bowman, Attorney at Law, PS; a Seattle, WA law firm which focuses on Estate Planning, Elder Law, Probate, Real Estate Law, Business Law and Marital & Domestic Relations matters. Mr. Bowman is a graduate of Gonzaga University School of Law and has been a member of the Washington State Bar Association since November 19, 1993. Mr. Bowman guest lectures for various groups and organizations, including the Washington State Bar Association and the King County Bar Association on Domestic Relations matters. Mr. Bowman has served on many local non-profit boards, including volunteering as a director, officer, executive committee member and president of the Greater Seattle Business Association; as director(s) of the Women's Funding Alliance and of the Greater Queen Anne Chamber of Commerce; and on the Executive Committee of the Board of Directors for Flying House Productions. For many years Mr. Bowman and his firm have supported same sex marriage, and in 2013 and 2015, was asked to sign on two Supreme Court of the United States Amicus Curiae Briefs, which ended in favorable decisions of same sex marriages.

 

Mr. Bowman believes that a balance of work, family, friends, and giving back to one's community is essential to his firm's success and the success of others.

 

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Jonathan L. Bowman, Attorney at Law, P.S.
500 Union St
Suite 645
Seattle, WA, 98101

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Cost

Rates
  • Hourly Rates $ 425-425 per hour
Payment methods
Cash, Check

Resume

AVVO RATING 8.1 (Excellent)

Work Experience

  • Managing Partner/President
  • Jonathan L. Bowman, Attorney at Law, P.S.
  • 2000 - Present

Education

  • Gonzaga University School of Law
  • JD - Juris Doctor
  • 1993
  • Westmont College
  • BA - Bachelor of Arts
  • 1990

Legal Cases

  • James Obergefell, et al. v. Richard Hodges, Director, Ohio Dept of Health, et al.
  • Supreme Court Ruled in favor of Petitioners
  • The United States of America v. Edith Schlain Windsor, in her Capacity as Executor of the Estate of Thea Clara Spyer, et al.
  • Supreme Court Ruled in favor of Respondents

Associations

  • Three Dollar Bill Cinema
  • Sponsor/Supporter
  • 2010 - Present
  • Flying House Productions
  • Board of Directors
  • 2013 - 2016
  • Flying House Productions
  • Sponsor/Supporter
  • 2013 - 2016
  • Women's Funding Alliance
  • Board of Directors
  • 2009 - 2011
  • GSBA
  • Board President
  • 2007 - 2008
  • GSBA
  • Board Vice President
  • 2006 - 2007
  • GSBA
  • Board Member
  • 1999 - 2012
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Languages Spoken

  • English

Speaking Engagements

  • Preparing Your Estate Plan
  • Estate Planning
  • 2014
  • Paragon Wealth Advisors
  • Estate Planning Documents & Tools
  • 2014
  • Got Your Ducks in A Row
  • Estate Planning
  • 2013

Attorney endorsements

Received (11)
Given (1)
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Estate planning Attorney | Aug 11
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"After working with Jonathan on a probate case, I endorse him as a strong advocate who focuses on efficient, reasonable solutions to difficult cases that ultimately leave his clients in the best possible position. Based on his long experience with estate planning and probate, he is an excellent referral. Highly recommended."
Business Attorney | Aug 25
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Jonathan is an outstanding resource for attorneys and individuals to turn to for a variety of business related advice, including real estate, or even wills and trusts. I cannot more highly recommend him."
Real estate Attorney | Jul 31
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. Jonathan is my go - to attorney for all real estate related questions."
Estate planning Attorney | Jul 23
Relationship: Other
"I endorse attorney Jonathan Bowman. Jonathan is a highly competent lawyer who is truly dedicated to his clients' interests. He is especially respected for his skills in estate planning and business law matters. I recommend Jonathan to anyone seeking representation in these areas."
Unknown Attorney | Jul 20
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. Jonathan is an exceptional attorney, and always goes the extra mile for his clients. He is a superb role model and is always willing to lend a hand with the situation calls for it. He goes above and beyond for all those he represents."
Business Attorney | Feb 24
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. Jonathan is an outstanding attorney in business, real estate, estate planning, same sex marriage/domestic relations and intellectual property."
Business Attorney | Oct 06
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"Jonathan Bowman is a fantastic lawyer. I endorse him without reservation or hesitation. We have worked and/or strategized on an number of issues. He provides great insight. He is diligent and follows up and cares a great deal for his clients. He makes sure he provides his clients with the best service possible."
Estate planning Attorney | Sep 24
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"I endorse this lawyer for estate planning and business law. Jonathan is detailed and thorough and provides excellent representation. Jonathan has extensive experience and knowledge of business issues from entity formation to corporate governance to drafting contracts and providing companies with general counsel. His work on both simple and complex estates gives clients the peace of mind and protection they need."
Business Attorney | Sep 16
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"I endorse this lawyer. Jonathan has amazing experience on a whole host of business and estate matters. He also cares a great deal for his clients and consistently goes the extra mile for them. I routinely advise friends to go to him with their state and business matters."
Estate planning Attorney | Jul 30
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I strongly endorse this lawyer.Jonathan is a smart, knowledgeable and compassionate attorney. He is very hard working and thorough in his assessment of his client's issues. Jonathan has a clear vision and is able to assist his clients grappling with estate planning and business law issues. I would highly recommend his services."
Business Attorney | Jun 06
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Jonathan is our firm's go-to lawyer when our clients have business related legal issues. He's smart, practical, and fun to work with. I recommend him highly."
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Seattle Estate planning Lawyer Jonathan Lew Bowman
Jonathan Lew Bowman
Estate planning Attorney
Seattle, WA
Licensed for 30 years