Douglas Scott Reiser

Douglas Scott Reiser

4.6
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 18 years

Business Lawyer at Seattle, WA
Practice Areas: Business, Federal Regulation

93 S Jackson St., #83227, Seattle, WA

This attorney is currently not accepting new clients.
Reason: Not Practicing

About Douglas

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Business 60%

19 years

60%
Federal Regulation 40%

Beverage Law

19 years

40%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 200-250 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Louisiana for 16 years

State: Louisiana

Acquired: 2009

Inactive

No misconduct found

Licensed in Washington for 18 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 2007

Voluntarily Resigned

No misconduct found

Location

Reiser Legal PLLC

93 S Jackson St., #83227, Seattle, WA, 98104

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Douglas Scott Reiser's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.6 /5.0

12 Client Reviews

Posted by anonymous | January 26, 2012

Great straight forward contract lawyer

Doug is what everyone is looking for in a contract lawyer. Covered all basises, included items in contract that I didn't know to ask for. Price we argreed on upfront is the price I paid. Fast email responses. Best Lawyer experience i've had to date. Highly recommend.

Posted by Jay | August 2, 2011

General Contractor

Doug did a great job with my case keeping me informed along the way. It was my first and hopefully my last law suite and Doug explained the legal terms clearly. I would recommend him to anyone needing legal assistance.

Posted by anonymous | June 21, 2011

Lucky Find: Great Choice

We are a small start-up non-profit corporation. Read: we have no money and are working out the kinks in everything on a daily basis, including contracts and agreements. Without these, no business goes anywhere. So, Doug has so far been a fundamental part of our success and we are incredibly thankful ...for having him around. The story of finding him isn't glamorous, unfortunately - but it was lucky in hindsight. We found Doug through "a guy who knew a guy" via the internet: we were looking for a specific knowledge base and got a lucky recommendation to someone local. We checked out the recommendation and the Board of Directors felt comfortable that he was, in fact, quite knowledgeable in our area of practice and had done presentations and webinars to show for it. Doug responded to our initial questions immediately and took our side in full support of our mission. He's helped us through the initial workings of becoming a legitimate company. Doug has helped us get and retain clients and he's powered through negotiations with formative government organizations on our behalf. As a startup, we can say he has been there, by our side, while we grow up. The importance of this is immeasurable, and very meaningful to us. Here are some really important things to us that you should consider if you are going to hire a lawyer, especially if you are in a similar position to ours: *We have never doubted his intelligence on legal matters. *His prices are reasonable and make working with him a worthwhile investment. *He is active in a community that supports our initiatives and company values. *He actually practices our company values: small footprint, sustainable, economical. *He actually has empathy - a clear indicator that he is a real person beyond legal matters alone. He'll treat you like a real person, too. *He's also funny. We value this, probably the most, because it means that he is creative and intuitive.

Posted by Andrew | January 5, 2011

I Recommend Doug Reiser

Doug did a thorough and professional job handling a civil suit for me. I was satisfied with the outcome of the suit and will use Doug for legal advice in the future. I'd recommend Doug's services to a friend.

Posted by Robert | June 8, 2010

Fast turn around + short notice - dispute analysis

On extremely short notice, Doug analyzed the facts of a dispute and helped us settle with a problem subcontractor.

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Douglas Scott Reiser's Lawyer Endorsements

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Andrew Olmsted

Unknown lawyer | Aug 23

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Doug was very influential when I was starting my own practice and I cannot emphasize how helpful he was during that time. I have since had the opportunity to work with Doug as co-counsel for an intellectual property issue and as a co-speaker for a CLE event. Doug has shown himself to be very thoughtful, professional and knowledgeable. I would recommend him without hesitation to those with legal issues in the construction and brewing industries."

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Collin Roberts

Business lawyer | May 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Doug has been outstanding to work with as a former employee and now colleague. His business acumen helps provide clients with pragmatic and efficient legal advice and his work ethic is second to none. I would recommend Doug to any client."

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Mario Stellute

Unknown lawyer | Sep 24

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Noah Williams

Construction and development lawyer | May 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Doug is a fantastic resource of information, and exhibits great ability. I have relied on Doug's advice multiple times and appreciate his insight. Doug is fantastic to work with, and really knows the field. I look forward to working with Doug again."

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Robert Cumbow

Construction and development lawyer | Jul 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Doug Reiser is a well established lawyer in the field of construction law, and is quickly developing solid credentials as an alcoholic beverage lawyer, with specialized knowledge of the brewing industry and its business, financial, and legal needs. Doug is also deeply committed to environmental sustainability, and evidences this practice in private life and professional practice. He is smart, sincere, committed, and energetic, and I would not hesitate to recommend him."

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Patrick Enloe

Construction and development lawyer | Jun 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Doug is a very approachable lawyer with tremendous experience in handling construction law matters. I highly recommend his services."

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Eric Koester

Construction and development lawyer | Apr 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Doug is an outstanding lawyer. He understands that clients need to be kept informed about the changing landscape of their businesses. He is a great addition to the Seattle legal community and someone that I would gladly refer a client to."

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Ritee Parikh

Construction and development lawyer | Mar 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. Doug and I co-chair the WYLD CLE Committee (2009-2010), and he is a great person to work with -- eager, thoughtful, and sharp."

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Christopher Hill

Construction and development lawyer | Mar 04

Relationship: Friend

"Doug is a friend and an insightful attorney. I look forward to seeing his new venture succeed and recommend him highly."

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Seth Bloom

Construction and development lawyer | Dec 15

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer's work."

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Alexander Hastie

Construction and development lawyer | Dec 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Doug is a great young attorney. His energy level, knowledge of the law have been both helpful and inspiring. I call Doug with questions to help my clients and although we don't practice law in the same state he's able to me find the answer and assist my clients. He returns calls promptly and is quick to assist with even the most complicated legal issues I've faced over the years. Thanks for everything Attorney Reiser."

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Kelly Lonergan

Construction and development lawyer | Jul 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Doug consistently extends professional courtesy and lends his expertise to fellow lawyers. As an attorney in the construction law field, Doug is knowledgeable and incredibly passionate about his work. I would recommend clients to Doug and his firm with great confidence."

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Danielle Teagarden

Intellectual property lawyer

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Andrew Olmsted

Intellectual property lawyer

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Collin Roberts

Business lawyer

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Christopher Carr

Business lawyer

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Madhumeet Singh

Business lawyer

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Mario Stellute

Criminal defense lawyer

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Joy Sanders

Immigration lawyer

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Noah Williams

Employment and labor lawyer

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Robert Cumbow

Trademark infringement lawyer

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Patrick Enloe

Criminal defense lawyer

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Eric Koester

Business lawyer

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Ritee Parikh

Family lawyer

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Christopher Hill

Construction and development lawyer

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Seth Bloom

Criminal defense lawyer

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Alexander Hastie

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Kelly Lonergan

Litigation lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2010

CLE Committe Member, Washington State Bar Association

2010

Construction Law Section Liason, Washington State Bar Association YLD

2010

Solo & Small Practice Section Liason, Washington State Bar Association YLD

2009

LEED AP, US Green Building Council

2009

Co-Chair CLE Committee, Washington State Bar Association, Young Lawyers Division

2008

Innovator of the Year, New Orleans City Business

2004

Thesis Honors, College of Wooster

Work Experience

2011 - Present

Owner, ClaimKit

2010 - Present

Principal, Reiser Legal | PLLC

2010 - 2010

Of Counsel, Wolfe Law Group LLC

2007 - 2010

Officer and Director, Express Lien, Inc.

2007 - 2010

Member, Wolfe Law Group, LLC

2006 - 2007

Law Clerk, Law Office of John J Burke

2005 - 2005

Intern, Office of General Counsel for City Council of New York City

2003 - 2003

Law Clerk, McDonald Hopkins LPA

Associations

2010 - Present

American Bar Association, Young Lawyers Division, Business Law Committee

Member

2010 - Present

American Bar Association, Young Lawyers Division, Environment, Energy, and Resources Committee

Member

2010 - Present

Cascadia Green Building Council

Emerging Builder - Member

2010 - Present

Washington State Bar Association, CLE Committee

Board of Governors

2010 - Present

Washington State Bar Association YLD

Construction Law Section Liason

2010 - Present

Washington State Bar Association YLD

Solo & Small Practice Section Liason

2009 - Present

Louisiana State Bar Association

Member

2009 - Present

US Green Building Council - LEED

LEED Accredited Professional

2009 - Present

Washington State Bar Association, Young Lawyers Division

Committee Chair for Continuing Legal Education Committee

2008 - Present

Building Industry Association of Washington

Member

2007 - Present

Washington Bar Association

Member

2007 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

2008 - 2009

Master Builders Association of King and Snohomish Counties

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Barbara Bull v. Allstate Insurance, et al

Settlement during Pre-litigation Mediation

MCR Marketing, LLC v. Regency Worldwide Development, Inc., et al

Won Motion to Dismiss Allowing Settlement

Spaulding v. Scaup, LLC, et al

Stipulation of Final Judgment

Travelers Surety v. Collins

Stipulated Motion to Dismiss

Xon Construction v. Thomas Scesniak, et al

Summary Judgment & pending Final Judgment

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Education

2007

Loyola University New Orleans College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2006

Fordham University School of Law

JD Program - Visiting Student

2004

The College of Wooser

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2012

The Small Law Firm in Today's World Maximize Your Satisfaction with the Practice of Law

2011

New Trends, Tools & Tips: Keeping Your Practice Current Cruisin’ for a Bruisin’: Ethical Limits for the Superhighway

2011

How to Start Your Solo Practice Technological Requirements for Your New Office

2011

Cloud Computing Essentials

Cloud Computing

2010

New Lawyers Education Program Getting to Know Your Legal Community

2010

New Lawyer Education Program Practical Professionalism, Ethics & Civility

2010

2010

Green Legal Matter Conference Green Building Legal Apocalypse

2010

2010 WSBA Bar Leaders Conference Transformation of Law Practice in Times of Crisis

2009

Spring Seminar

Insight into Construction Law and Small Business Ownership

2009

Exploring Current Status of Chinese Drywall Claims and Litigation

Chinese Drywall Litigation

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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