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I am a startup and corporate transactions attorney in Seattle. My practice falls into three broad categories:
I represent companies from inception to exit, and provide general counsel services along the way. For example, I regularly help companies adopt and administer stock option and other forms of equity compensation plans and arrangements.
I also represent investors in companies, as well as executives and founders.
You can reach me at, or via email at You can follow me on Twitter at @joewallin.
I am a frequent public speaker, and happily entertain offers to speak.
I blog at , and I podcast at .
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Posted by Chris | July 01, 2013 | Business
Joe helped me settle a start-up contract issue!
I was in need of a new lawyer with expertise in technology start-ups. Joe Wallin was referred to me from a trusted friend and I quickly understood why. From the very beginning, Joe showed concern for my interests and executed to perfection. He and his team were very responsive and communicated very c...
Posted by Matt | May 24, 2013 | Business
Stock Option Legal Consult - Joe was great!
Joe is extremely knowledgable, both about the law, and standard industry practices when it comes to startups, and incentive equity. I was very happy that I had him, and his expertise to walk me through some complicated issues.
Posted by Paul | April 26, 2013 | Mergers & Acquisitions
Merger Transaction
We've worked with Joe for many years on general corporate matters, but recently had the chance to work with him very closely in the process of negotiating a strategic merger transaction. Very impressed with Joe’s work on the deal. Very knowledgeable, had experience with all of the relevant issues tha...
Posted by Cherie | August 03, 2010 | Mergers & Acquisitions
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Joe was recommended to me by Michael Roupp. I had tried to solve a business acquisition on my own, and was having a difficult time, dealing with my partner. Joe was responsive immediately, he made himself available by phone, email, and text. He gave me direction, and created a buy /sell agreement ...
Posted by Scott | May 26, 2010 | Business
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We transferred to DWT because of Joe. He has a good sense for what the client needs are and does a great job striking the balance between advising on critical legal matters, however not over lawyering on issues that are not material and represent remote risk to the client. Joe has a strong background...
"Joe Wallin is the go-to lawyer in the Seattle area for legal advice for businesses, whether at the start up stage or beyond. I have found his insights and advice valuable over the years and endorse him and his firm fully."
"I strongly endorse Mr. Wallin. While I do not know him personally, I regularly follow his blog at www.startuplawblog.com. He appears to me to be a true expert in business and securities matters, and I would not think twice about referring matters to his office in the future."
"Joe is a terrific lawyer. He is extremely responsive to clients' needs, and very thorough and careful in his work. I strongly recommend Joe for anyone looking for a top-notch business and tax lawyer."
"I am very careful about the attorneys to whom I refer clients because the referral reflects upon me. With this in mind, I have referred Mr. Wallin clients who needed a lawyer in his practice area and Mr. Wallin has done outstanding work for them."
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2008
Avvo Top Securities Offerings Lawyer, Washington CEO Magazine
2008
Avvo Top Venture Capital Lawyer, Washington CEO Magazine
2004
Washington State Super Lawyer,
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Adjunct Professor, Seattle University School of Law
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1996
LL.M - Master of Laws
1994
JD - Juris Doctor
1990
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2012
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Public Policy Panel
2012
"Recent Developments and Implementation Measures Under the JOBS Act," Davis Wright Tremaine CLE, Seattle, September 12, 2012
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Mergers & Acquisition: E-Commerce and Technology Transactions
2007
Angel Portfolio Strategy--Panel Discussion
2006
"Private Equity & Mezzainine Debt Financing"
2006
Proxy & Annual Meeting Preparation Workshop
2005
Advanced Partnerships, LLCs and LLPs: Organization and Operation in Washington
2005
Mergers and Acquisistions; Survival Tactics for Deal Lawyers
2005
The Ins and Outs of Limited Liability Companies in Washington
2004
Advanced Partnerships, LLCs and LLPs: Organization and Operation in Washington
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Limited Liability Companies in Washington
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Proxy & Annual Meeting Preparation Workshop
2003
Mergers & Acquisitions From Start to Finish
2003
Advanced Partnerships, LLCs and LLPs: Organization and Operationg in Washington
2003
Limited Liability Companies and Limited Liability Partnerships in Washington
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Partnerships, LLCs and LLPs in Washington: Organization and Operations
2002
Tax Issues for High Tech Companies
2002
Limited Liability Companies in Washington
2002
Mergers and Acquisitions in Washington: the Art of Doing Deals
2002
Mergers and Acquisitions from Start to Finish
2001
Limited Liability Companies and Limited Liability Partnerships in Washington
2001
Tax Aspects of Limited Liability Companies in Washington
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