Ryan J. Weatherstone

Ryan J. Weatherstone

5.0
Rating: 8.4

Licensed for 16 years

Landlord or tenant Lawyer at Seattle, WA
Practice Areas: Landlord & Tenant, Bankruptcy & Debt

575 S. Michigan Street, Seattle, WA

About Ryan

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Bankruptcy and Debt 50%

Focus on representing creditor rights, including representation in bankruptcy matters, replevin, collections and general creditor rights.

50%
Landlord or Tenant 50%

Focus on representing residential and commercial landlords in developing leases, evictions, and post foreclosure evictions.

18 years

50%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 400-400 per hour


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Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 16 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 2009

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Schweet, Linde & Coulson, PLLC

575 S. Michigan Street, Seattle, WA, 98108

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Ryan J. Weatherstone's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

6 Client Reviews

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Posted by May | August 15, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Efficient and Knowledgeable

Ryan knows the law and is willing to help. My tenant was thousands of dollars behind on rent. Taking advantage of the moratorium, she refused to pay. (She got a new car, new furniture, etc!) . Ryan worked on the paperwork for me and got action fast.

Posted by Gina | June 1, 2022 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Quick response

Timely response and knowledgeable, excellent answers to my questions and great help for recommended service.

Posted by anonymous | July 5, 2012

Achieved the BEST Outcome After Hiring Ryan

I had little hope for my case but Ryan stepped in and went the whole 9 yards to allow me to achieve the best possible outcome. His communication with both the clients and other lawyers was stellar, and his negotiating power was quite impressive. He goes about his business with a supreme sense of prof...essionalism and integrity, and didn't nickle and dime me at all. He was exceptionally empathetic to my situation, and did everything in his ability to ensure that I received an outcome that exceeded my expectations. In the end, I couldn't thank Ryan enough for going above and beyond what his job required for my case.

Posted by phxbulldog1 | December 16, 2010

Won my case

I was very very pleased with Ryans performance. He helped me with my case against my landlord when I was taken to court for rent payments. I had been trying to pay my rent on several occassions but because my landlord wants me out very badly, my rent continuously was being refused. Ryan had 10 minut...es to review my case and this was a very confusing case. At first I almost took the deal that I was given which was to pay Dec rent and be out at the end of Dec.. then at the last minute I came to my senses and had Ryan fight for me..and a fighting he did.. He did a fabulous job for me. Unfortuneatly, I am being taken back to court for the same thing.

Posted by KD | October 14, 2010

A++ Attorney

Ryan is extremely professional and has a great amount of patience when explaining the law - even in "what-if" scenarios. While going through a very ugly custody battle, he helped make sure that I didn't get caught up in the small stuff, offering amazing advice - and likely saving my sanity. I ...wouldn't hesitate to recommend him to anyone looking for a trustworthy attorney who recognizes what's important.

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Ryan J. Weatherstone's Lawyer Endorsements

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Hovanes Margarian

Divorce and separation lawyer | Aug 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Joseph Harper

Landlord or tenant lawyer | Jun 26

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I have been opposing counsel with Ryan on several occasions and each time he has demonstrated the utmost integrity. He has a firm grasp on the required legal knowledge, knows his facts and law, and represents his clients very well. It is always a pleasure working with him."

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John O'Brien

Divorce and separation lawyer | May 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. A brilliant and highly respected attorney in the legal community."

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Justin Elder

Unknown lawyer | Oct 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Weatherstone radiates competence and his knowledge of his area of practice is unparalleled."

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Thomas Mackin

Landlord or tenant lawyer | Feb 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have had the opportunity to consult with Mr. Weatherstone on a number of matters and I wholeheartedly endorse him. He exhibits an intelligent grasp of complicated issues and a thorough knowledge of applicable law."

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Edgar Hall

Landlord or tenant lawyer | Feb 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly endorse Mr. Weatherstone for landlord tenant matters. He represents both tenants and landlords with equal ease and additionally volunteers to help at risk individuals facing eviction at the Housing Justice Project pro bono clinic. I personally have referred numerous clients facing tenant matters to Mr. Weatherstone. Likewise, I will continue to refer clients to Mr. Weatherstone with confidence."

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Thomas Morningstar

Landlord or tenant lawyer | Jan 18

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Mr. Weatherstone at Housing Justice Project and have also had the benefit of his wisdom on many occasions. I have found Mr. Weatherstone to be a true gentleman and a consistently excellent attorney. Ryan provides his clients a high level of competence and kindness that is a rare commodity these days. As a veteran, Ryan also consistently demonstrates fearlessness and grace under pressure. I very much recommend Ryan Weatherstone as an attorney. I know nothing about family law, but I would choose Ryan as my own attorney for such matters."

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Jonathan Bussey

Landlord or tenant lawyer | Nov 16

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Mr. Weatherstone is an excellent attorney with a keen eye for detail, and an individual that is willing to take on the difficult issues his clients face head on. I had the opportunity to work with Mr. Weatherstone at the Housing Justice Project as a volunteer. He was exceptionally knowledgeable, and I would gladly work with him again."

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Elizabeth Powell

Landlord or tenant lawyer | Jul 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Weatherstone is demonstrating a knack for catching the relevant issue, even if it isn't obvious, and providing a thoughtful and accurate answer. Elizabeth Powell"

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Keon Knutson

Landlord or tenant lawyer | Mar 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Weatherstone is one of the most knowledgable landlord-tenant attorneys in King County. The quality of his representation and legal drafting is second to none. He impresses with strong negotiation skills and a reassuring courtroom presence."

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Joseph Harper

Landlord or tenant lawyer

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Edgar Hall

Unknown lawyer

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Thomas Morningstar

Landlord or tenant lawyer

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Elizabeth Powell

Landlord or tenant lawyer

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Keon Knutson

Landlord or tenant lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.4 (Excellent)

Honors

2013

Pro Bono Publico Service Commendation, Washington State Bar Association

2012

Pro Bono Publico Service Commendation, Washington State Bar Association

2011

Pro Bono Publico Service Commendation, Washington State Bar Association

2010

Volunteer of the Month - May 2010, King County Bar Association Community Legal Services

2010

Pro Bono Publico Service Commendation, Washington State Bar Association

2009

Pro Bono Publico Service Commendation, Washington State Bar Association

Work Experience

2022 - Present

Attorney, Schweet, Linde, and Coulson, PLLC

2018 - 2022

Attorney, Puckett and Redford, PLLC

2014 - 2018

Code Compliance Analyst, City of Seattle - Department of Construction and Inspections

2012 - 2014

Attorney, Legal Action Center

2011 - 2011

Interim Supervising Attorney, Housing Justice Project

2009 - 2013

Attorney, Law Office of Knutson and Weatherstone

2008 - 2013

Volunteer Attorney, Housing Justice Project

Associations

2009 - Present

Washington State Bar Association

Education

2008

University of California, Hastings College of the Law

Juris Doctor

Speaking Engagements

2013

Brown Bag CLE's

Forcible Entry and Forcible Detainer Actions

2013

Brown Bag CLE's

Representing your Client at a Show Cause Hearing

Languages

English

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