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Biography
Michael J. Longyear represents clients in issues regarding Trust and Estate Planning, Probate and Trust Administration, Guardianship, and Elder Law and related real estate and business matters. He serves as guardian of the estate, trustee, and estate administrator in routine and complex or contested matters. Mr. Longyear is a member of the Estate Planning Council of Seattle.
Mr. Longyear currently serves on the Washington Supreme Court Certified Professional Guardian Board. He is a past Co-Chair of the King County Settlement Guardian ad Litem (SPR 98.16W) Training Program. He is also a Past-Chair of the King County Bar Association Guardianship and Elder Law Section, and is a Past Co-Chair of the Title 11.88 Mandatory Guardian ad Litem Training Program.
Mr. Longyear is Past-Chair of the Elder Law Section of the Washington State Bar Association and has served on the Legislative Committee. He is the current treasurer. He also belongs to the Real Property, Probate and Trust Sections of the WSBA.
Mr. Longyear earned a Juris Doctor from the University of Pittsburgh and has a Bachelor's Degree from Eisenhower College. He also holds an M.A.T. from Colgate University. He was admitted to the Maryland State Bar in 1984 and the Washington State Bar in 1989.
Mr. Longyear has been recognized each year as a Washington Super Lawyer from 2001-2010 by Washington Law & Politics magazine. He was also named Seattle Best Lawyer in 2001.
Over 20 Years of Estate Planning, Probate, Guardianship, Will & Elder Law Experience! 206-455-9912
Caring and Compassionate Elder Law and Guardianship Legal Services 206-455-9912
Over 20 Years of Estate Planning, Probate, Guardianship, Will & Elder Law Experience! 206-455-9912
Experienced Guardianship Attorney and Washington State Certified Professional Guardian 206-455-9912
Over 20 Years of Probate and Probate Litigation Experience! 206-455-9912
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Estate Planning
35%
37 years
Probate
30%
37 years
Guardianship
25%
Elder Law
10%
37 years
Fees and Rates
Awards
2017 2016 2015
2014
Licenses
Licensed in Washington for 37 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 1989
No misconduct found
Location
Reed, Longyear, Malnati & Ahrens, PLLC
801 Second Avenue Suite 1415, Seattle, WA, 98104
reedlongyearlaw.com/attorney/michael-longyear/Michael J. Longyear's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 9 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by John | February 14, 2014
Thoughtful & Compassionate Legal Services
Being a Seattle native and having lived in Seattle for many years prior to relocating, my career as a professional manager and business consultant put me in direct contact and dealings with numerous attorneys. Mike Longyear stands out among them as one of the most caring and compassionate attorneys ...
Posted by Mike | January 7, 2014
Review of Mike Longyear
Mike did an excellent job in writing my will and wrote up my parents will in a way that prevented disagreement after passing. Mike is really good at avoiding potential future issues.
Posted by Tory | January 6, 2014
Review of Michael J. Longyear's services for a Will, POA and Medical POA
Michael was very calm and patient with achieving important but basic needs. He quickly showed us what we needed and what we did not. Having had similiar documents that needed to be updated we found his formats to be above and beyond the standard. I feel as though my family will not be left in doubt ...
Posted by anonymous | January 6, 2014
He does good work
Who wants to think about making a will? Mike Longyear made the task painless. His advice was solid and he asked the right questions, but left the decisions to me. I'll definitely go back to him when it is time to revise and update.
Posted by Esther | January 6, 2014
Estate planning plus end of life directives
I was introduced to Michael Longyear through our mutual involvement in the arts probably fifteen years ago. Liking him and learning of his good reputation for estate planning, I used Michael Longyear to put together a will and end of life directives. Recently, when enough things had changed in my lif...
Michael J. Longyear's Lawyer Endorsements
"Mr. Longyear always provides good, sound advice, and is dedicated to doing so frequently on AVVO. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
"Mike is a very well respected attorney in the community. He is very knowledgeable and skilled in the areas of guardianships, estate planning, elder law and probate."
"I am continually impressed and appreciative of all of Mr. Longyear's work, dedication and advice. As a young attorney I am always glad to work with, and consult with Mr. Longyear on complex probate and general practice issues. I can thank Mr. Longyear enough for his supreme patience."
"I have known Michael for many years. He has been very active in our Elder Law professional associations. He is a very well-respected Elder Law attorney in the Seattle area. I would be happy to refer clients to him."
Larissa Chan
Estate planning lawyer
Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2025
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2020
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2019
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2018
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2017
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2016
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2015
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2014
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2014
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2010
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2010
Washington Super Lawyer, Washington Journal of Law & Politics
2010
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2009
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2009
Washington Super Lawyer, Washington Journal of Law & Politics
2009
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2008
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2008
Washington Super Lawyer, Washington Journal of Law & Politics
2008
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2007
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2007
Washington Super Lawyer, Washington Journal of Law & Politics
2007
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2006
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2006
Washington Super Lawyer,
2006
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2005
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2005
Washington Super Lawyer,
2005
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2004
Washington Super Lawyer,
2004
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2004
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2003
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2003
Washington Super Lawyer,
2003
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2002
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2002
Washington Super Lawyer,
2002
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2001
Seattle Best Lawyer,
2001
Washington Super Lawyer,
2001
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2001
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2000
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
1999
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
1998
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
1997
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
1996
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
N/A
Volunteer Award,
Work Experience
1998 - Present
Attorney, Reed Longyear Malnati & Ahrens, PLLC
Associations
2004 - Present
Estate Planning Council of SeattleMember
American Bar Association
Member
1998 - 2003
King County Bar AssociationExec Committee, Past-Chair Guardianship & Elder Law
1998 - 2008
Washington State Bar AssociationPast Chair - Elder Law Section, Exec Committee
Sample of Legal Cases
Villegas v. McBride
Michael T. Schein
Villegas v. McBride
Creditor claim properly rejected
Education
1983
University of Pittsburgh School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1977
Colgate University
M.A.T.
1975
Eisenhower College
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2013
Probate Administration in Washington State
Role of a Probate Guardian ad Litem
2009
Title 11 Guardian ad Litem
Ethics
2009
Elder Law Essentials
Guardianship
2009
Annual Trust and Estate Litigation Seminar
Guardianship
2007
Probate Administration
Probate
2005
Probate Administration
Probate
2004
Special Issues of Concern for Settlement Guardian ad Litems
Guardianship
2001
Unknown.
Capacity - A Transactional Issue
2001
Unknown.
Capacity and Undue Influence - Guardianship and Durable Power of Attorney
Publications
2014
Reed Longyear Law Blog
Guardianship Pt. 1: An Introduction to Guardianship
2014
Reed Longyear Law Blog
Guardianship Pt. 2: How to Start a Guardianship
2014
Reed Longyear Law Blog
What is a General Durable Power of Attorney?
2014
Reed Longyear Law Blog
The Art of Personal and Estate Planning : An Overview for Artists
2004
Unknown
Washington State Guardian Manual
2003
Unknown
King County Probate Policy Manual
2003
Unknown
Washington State Guardianship Manual
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Top Contributor
Michael earned significant contribution points in 2017.
Legal Answers
Q&A
Does a survivor of Committed Intimate Relationship get 50% of everything even if they never registered as Domestic Partners
24 Nov 2022
Q&A
Does FISA or other federal courts handle guardianships or just state courts?
04 Aug 2022
Q&A
Unemployment overpayment for deceased person?
20 Dec 2021