Gwyn Elizabeth Staton

Gwyn Elizabeth Staton

5.0
Rating: 6.5

Licensed for 46 years

General practice Lawyer at Seattle, WA
Practice Areas: General Practice, Real Estate, Litigation ... +2 more

7506 34th Ave NW, Seattle, WA

About Gwyn

Biography

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 300-300 per hour

Contingency

33%-40%


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check

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Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 46 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 1979

Active

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2021

Location

Law Offices of Gwyn Elizabeth Staton

7506 34th Ave NW, Seattle, WA, 98117-4723

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Gwyn Elizabeth Staton's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

23 Client Reviews

Showing 11 - 15 of 23 reviews

Posted by Tom - small business owner | January 01, 2013 | Environmental and Natural Resources

Smart and practical lawyer: Gwyn Staton

When our tiny town uncovered a 1930‘s fuel tank under the street in front of our newly-purchased commercial building and then blamed us, we knew we needed a “big city” lawyer to help us out of the predicament. Gwyn Staton turned out to be a godsend, with her wide range of real estate, business and... environmental law knowledge. She professionally (and tenaciously) handled the adverse circumstances arising from multiple parties, including the unyielding town and and unsympathetic previous building owner. Gwyn successfully forced a satisfactory settlement, and then proceeded to recover more than our legal fees from the previous “small town” lawyer who turned out to be part of the problem. She held our hand throughout this trying time, allowing us to sleep at night. She is now our “goto lawyer” for ANY legal issues, both personal and business related. Good on you, Gwyn!

Posted by Miguel | December 28, 2012 | Divorce & Separation

Thank you Gwyn.

I would like to recommend my divorce attorney and now friend, Gwyn. She helped keep me be calm and reassured during a very stressful period in my life. My divorce went smoother then I had thought with very little confrontation. Her quick responses and knowledgeable decisions exceeded my expectations.... I’m very satisfied.

Posted by Jeffrey | December 20, 2012 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Advice you can trust

It is with great honor that I type this review today because I am incredibly thankful for the legal advice and guidance provided to me by Gwyn Staton. I was referred to Gwyn for legal assistance by someone who spoke of Gwyn as though she could walk on water. Although I have never seen Gwyn walk on ...water, after being represented by someone who possesses such a shrewd understanding of the law and awe-inspiring ability to make things happen, I no longer have a single doubt that she can. Throughout my case Gwyn did an excellent job comforting my greatest concerns and always remained incredibly responsive to my every need. Gwyn is without a doubt the best attorney I know, and I am thankful to know she is there when I need her help.

Posted by bud | November 30, 2012

Great Lawyer for Hire

Gwyn is very knowledgeable on the law and keeps her information updated. She is quick to provide advice and will back up her decisions by sending a fax or email with pertinent attachments. Always have considered her fair in her dealings and would not hesitate referring her in matters that are ali...gned with her expertise.

Posted by Jim | November 08, 2012 | Estate Planning

Gwyn Staton: Dedicated, Insightful, Experienced Representation

Gwyn has been invaluable in helping me navigate complex and challenging estate matters when I lost both my parents within 2 weeks of each other a few years ago. Her deep legal knowledge, insight and professionalism have proven invaluable to provide guidance to the best possible outcome and her work e...thic and professionalism is second to none. I cannot recommend her enough. I can only add that I would strongly recommend to engage her services NOW to properly and proactively plan your family estate, not afterwards as in my case. Don't wait until its too late.

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Business lawyer | Jan 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer.excellent business lawyer"

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Experience

Rating:  6.5 (Good)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2021.

Reprimand issued in WA, 2021

updated on 03/09/2022

This means the attorney did something wrong, but the Bar did not suspend the lawyer. Typically in this case the lawyer's poor behavior is exposed to the public in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior.

Honors

2017

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2011

Pro Bono Award, WSBA

2010

Pro Bono contribution Award, Washington State bar association

1979

Top 10 Percent, Order of the Coif

1979

Magna cum Laude, William and Mary Law School

1976

Awards for Best in Real Property and Torts, William and Mary Law school

1976

Magna cum laude, University of Virginia

Work Experience

1983 - 1992

Managing Partner, Essenburg & Staton

1979 - 1983

Associate Attorney, Grahm and Dunn

1978 - 1978

Assistant Regional Counsel, US Dept. Of Treasury

Associations

King County Bar Association YLD

Board Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Ralston v. HD Fowler et al

successful million dollar settlement

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Education

1992

University of Washington Executive Masters of Business

MBA - Master of Business Administration

1979

College of William and Mary, Marshall-Wythe School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1976

University of Virginia

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

1979

Law school of William & Mary

Lecturer on Legal Writing and Research

Publications

1977

William and Mary Law Review Constitutional Fair use

1976

William and Mary Law Review Statute of Limitations in a Criminal Case

Languages

English

Activity

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