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Jacob D DeGraaff
About Jacob
Biography
I was born and raised in Whatcom County, Washington, near the US/Canadian border. I am a proud partner in Seattle Consumer Justice, P.S., a firm based in Seattle, but I spend a great deal of time in our Bellingham branch office. We assist consumers and small businesses with bankruptcy, debt settlement, and debt-related consumer rights litigation.
I live in Bellingham, Washington with my wife and daughter. When I'm not assisting clients, I enjoy fishing our local rivers and streams for salmon, trout and steelhead.
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Licensed in Washington for 20 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 2005
No misconduct found
Location
Seattle Consumer Justice, P.S.
119 First Avenue South, Suite 500, Seattle, WA, 98104
Seattle Consumer Justice, P.S.
301 Prospect St., Bellingham, WA, 98225
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Showing 1 - 3 of 3 reviews | Communication Style
Posted by Kim and Mike | October 27, 2014 | Debt Settlement
Surviving a Chapter 11 Bankruptcy
We met Jacob in 2009 when we were trying to receive all the promised reduced loan help for the major Banks (BOA). We were told by these institutions that the only way to have the banks work with us was to get behind in our payments in other words trash our credit. So after 40 years of perfect credi...
Posted by anonymous | October 19, 2014 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Best Lawyer!
Jacob was very knowledgeable and very nice to work with on my case. He always kept me informed of what was going on and what to expect. My case was not anything easy by far and Jacob and his team worked really hard to win my case for me. I would recommend Jacob to anyone.
Posted by anonymous | April 17, 2014
Excellent legal service, with trust and knowledge.
Jacob treated my case with professionalism and knowledge of the law. He made the process understandable and had the patience to explain the information in terms I could understand. He really cared about getting me the best outcome given my financial situation. I have recommended him to several frie...
Jacob D DeGraaff's Lawyer Endorsements
"Jacob is an excellent communicator and very knowledgeable about bankruptcy law. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend him to my clients who need bankruptcy advice."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Jacob is one of the most creative and intelligent bankruptcy attorneys in the bar. I have been practicing bankruptcy for ten years and I can honestly say that I learn a new way of looking at debt and bankruptcy issues in every conversation I have with Jacob about a a case. When he approaches a solution for a client, he thinks outside of the box and develops comprehensive solutions that are the client's best interest. I am in awe of what he has done with the Chapter 11 practice he basically created from scratch while maintaining his interest and compassion for consumer clients in Chapter 13 and Chapter 7. I regularly refer cases to him now and ask him for advice to think through difficult issues even though I have been practicing bankruptcy longer than he has."
"I have had the privilege of working directly with Mr. DeGraaff on many complex legal cases, including bankruptcy, debt, contract, family law and general civil matters. His guidance is always concise, accurate and practical. Moreover, Mr. DeGraaff continues to impress me as one of the most ethical attorneys I have come across in our profession. I recommend Mr. DeGraaff wholeheartedly and look forward to working together for many years to come."
"I highly endorse this lawyer's work. Jacob is a straight shooter. He will do his best to work with you and give you the sometimes hard, but honest answers. I continue to hear only the best about his work."
"I endorse this lawyer's work."
"I strongly endorse this lawyer's work. Jacob DeGraaf is a smart and personable attorney who works hard to produce the best results for his clients."
"A very competent lawyer with excellent ethics."
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Experience
Honors
2005
Pro Bono Honors, Thomas Jefferson School of Law
Work Experience
2012 - Present
Partner, Henry, DeGraaff & McCormick, P.S.
2010 - 2012
Attorney, John Long Law PLLC
2010 - 2010
Owner, The DeGraaff Law Firm, PLLC
2009 - 2009
Associate, Macey & Aleman,P.C.
2008 - 2009
Electronic Discovery and Technology (E-DAT) Lawyer, Kirkpatrick & Lockhart Preston Gates Ellis
2005 - 2007
Associate, Libey, Ensley, Esser & Nelson PLLC
Associations
2014 - Present
American Bankruptcy InstituteMember
2013 - Present
National Association of Consumer AdvocatesMember
2009 - Present
National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy AttorneysMember
2005 - Present
Washington State Bar AssociationMember
2010 - 2013
WSBA Professionalism CommitteeChair - Member Outreach Subcommittee
Sample of Legal Cases
Rupanjali Snowden, Debtor, v. Check Into Cash of Washington, Inc.,
The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals, in a published decision, upheld the punitive damage award and overturned the lower court's denial of attorney fees.
Education
2005
Thomas Jefferson School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2001
Western Washington University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2012
UW School of Law, Professional Responsiblity Class
Professionalism Beyond the RPCs
2012
Seattle University School of Law Professional Responsibility Class
Professionalism: Beyond the RPCs
2012
Bankruptcy Hot Topics
Pressing Issues in Chapters 7 and 13 Cases
2012
Bankruptcy 101
Critical Issues and Chapter 13 Plan
2011
Bankruptcy 101: Practice, Petition, and the Plan
Petition, Schedules and Plan: Preparation Workshop
Publications
2012
King County Bar Bulletin
Ipso Facto Clauses: Ninth Circuit Bankruptcy Law in Flux
2012
King County Bar Bulletin
Private Student Loan Debt Hits Crisis Point – Bankruptcy May Offer Relief
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
How do I deal with a debt collector?
23 Feb 2021
Q&A
Can you?
05 Feb 2021
Q&A
Can i be sued by collection agency if debt is past statue of limitations
15 Sep 2020
Legal Guides
Legal Guide
I’m Getting Divorced. I Also Need to File Bankruptcy. Which Should I Do First?
20 Apr 2010
Legal Guide
What Problems Can Arise in My Consumer Bankruptcy Case?
20 Apr 2010
Legal Guide
Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Overview
23 Mar 2010