$ 215-270 per hour
Gavin S West
About Gavin
Biography
A large part of my practice focuses on helping families to preserve, manage and transfer their assets and wealth from one generation to the next. My typical workday includes projects related to wills and trusts, other areas of estate planning and probate, business planning and working with our firm’s other attorneys on litigation and dispute resolution cases.
Practice Areas
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Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Utah for 6 years
State: Utah
Acquired: 2019
No misconduct found
Licensed in Washington for 16 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 2010
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Gavin S West
140 N. Union Ave., Ste. 220, Farmington, UT, 98105-4762
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Gavin S West's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 7 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Molly | May 11, 2015
Endowment Documents
Gavin did excellent and timely work creating 2 documents necessary for the creation of an endowment for an out of state nonprofit corporation. I would definitely seek his services again.
Posted by Dan | May 8, 2015
Thoughtful, Helpful, Thorough and Efficient
Gavin has been advising me on my relatively minimal "estate plan" (if you can call it that) for a few years. First off, he hasn't nickeled and dimed me. He's answered a lot of questions without sending me a bill for 6 minutes here or 12 minutes there. I've really appreciated that. He also understands...
Posted by Keri | April 3, 2015
Lawyer Recommendation
Gavin was great to work with. He took me through the process, not knowing anything going in to it. He was very informative and took his time to explain things when I didn't understand. My situation was somewhat unique and unusual and he did a great deal of research for me before finalizing anythin...
Posted by Howard | April 3, 2015
Gavin West Review
Gavin did an excellent job advising my wife and I with estate planning, and preparing all the documents we needed. I highly recommend him to anyone in need of help in this area.
Posted by Michael | March 31, 2015
A thorough, insightful legal advisor
I consulted with Gavin West for advice on business type determination, including a general understanding of tax implications. I found his input complete, thorough, well researched and indicative of someone who was listening to my requirements. Even after our engagement was complete, he followed up ...
Gavin S West's Lawyer Endorsements
"I've had the opportunity to work with Gavin for several years on business and estate planning matters. He's thorough, he cares about his client matters, and he puts the time and effort necessary into achieving good results for clients. And to round that out, he's a great person."
"Gavin is an extremely thorough attorney. He's easy to talk to, patient, and knowledgable. I would not hesitate to refer anyone to him in his area of expertise."
"Sometimes a single answer is all it takes: totally accurate, no-nonsense, and customized to the needs of the Avvo asker. These are exactly the qualities that any client would look for when hiring an attorney."
"Mr. West is a very competent and professional attorney. I would be very comfortable referring him any clients that need services outside of my area of practice."
"Gavin is a very smart and meticulous attorney. You can be sure that when he represents you he will be prepared for anything."
"I hired Gavin to do some of my estate planning and tax work. He has been diligent helpful, reasonable and thoughtful. I would recommend (and have recommended) him without reservation."
"Gavin is an excellent estate planner. He has excellent credentials and is very knowledgeable in all areas of tax and planning for individuals and families. Gavin is very professional and has a great ability to explain complex concepts in plain English. I would highly recommend him."
"I have seen Gavin's work on a number of cases. He is meticulous, thorough, and is a resource to clients and fellow attorneys."
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Experience
Work Experience
2010 - Present
Owner & Managing Attorney, G. West Law Firm, PS
Associations
2013 - Present
Washington State Bar Association, Family Law SectionMember
2012 - Present
Washington State Bar Association, Probate & Trust SectionMember
Education
2010
University of Washington School of Law
Master of Laws
2009
Gonzaga University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2006
Weber State University
Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2013
JRC Legal Clinic 2013
Estate Planning
2012
CLE: The Legal Settlement- Issues & Options
Taxation of Settlements & Judgments
2011
JRC Legal Clinic 2011
Elder Law
Languages
English
Activity
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28 Apr 2021
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What if Beneficiary is contested or challenged after the fact in Probate?
08 Apr 2021