Languages spoken
Spanish, English
Assemble Law Group, PLLC
200 1st Ave W Ste 104
Seattle, WA, 98119
| State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| WA | Active | 2008 | 09/10/2021 |
| Legal answers | 0 |
| Legal guides | 0 |
| Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
|---|---|---|
| Pro Bono Publico Service Commendation | Washington State Bar Association | 2017 |
| Pro Bono Publico Service Commendation | Washington State Bar Association | 2016 |
| Pro Bono Publico Service Commendation | Washington State Bar Association | 2015 |
| Grand Prize | Legal Tech San Francisco Startup Weekend | 2014 |
| Pro Bono Publico Service Commendation | Washington State Bar Association | 2014 |
| Pro Bono Publico Service Commendation | Washington State Bar Association | 2013 |
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| Title | Company name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Partner | Assemble Law Group, PLLC | 2016 - Present |
| Owner | Law Office of Forrest Carlson | 2009 - 2016 |
| Contract Associate | Law Offices of Robert M. Zoffel | 2008 - 2010 |
| Law Clerk | Law Offices of William H. Taylor | 2007 - 2007 |
| Legal Intern | Central American University Law Clinic | 2006 - 2006 |
| Association name | Position name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Northwest Consumer Law Center | Board Member | 2017 - Present |
| Washington Wills | Cofounder and Author | 2015 - Present |
| National Coalition for a Civil Right to Counsel | Member | 2014 - Present |
| Washington State Bar Association, Real Property, Probate and Trust Section | Member | 2013 - Present |
| Washington State Bar Association, Solo and Small Practice Section | Member | 2012 - Present |
| Washington State Bar Association | Member | 2008 - Present |
|---|---|---|
| William L. Dwyer American Inn of Court | Member | 2007 - Present |
| Washington State Bar Association, Low Bono Section | Immediate Past Chair | 2016 - 2017 |
| Washington State Bar Association, Low Bono Section | Chair | 2015 - 2016 |
| Washington State Bar Association, Low Bono Section | Board Member | 2014 - 2019 |
| Washington State Bar Association, Low Bono Section | Chair Elect | 2014 - 2015 |
| Washington State Bar Association, Low Bono Section | Secretary | 2014 - 2014 |
| Practice of Law Board Work Group of the Washington State Supreme Court | Member | 2014 - 2015 |
| Low Bono Section Formation Committee | Board Member | 2013 - 2014 |
| Washington State Bar Association, Family Law Section | Member | 2012 - 2016 |
| King County Bar Association | Member | 2011 - 2015 |
| Publication name | Title | Date |
|---|---|---|
| ABA GP Solo | Increase Your Solo or Small Firm’s Impact on Access to Justice | 2019 |
| NW Sidebar | The Changing Contours of "Low Bono" | 2016 |
| Washington Wills | Do-It-Yourself Will-Drafting Instructions | 2015 |
| De Novo | Why Newer Lawyers Should Keep an Eye on Proposed APR 28 | 2012 |
| Seattle University School of Law International Human Rights Clinic in collaboration with OneAmerica (formerly Hate Free Zone) | Voices from Detention: A Report on Human Rights Violations at the Northwest Detention Center in Tacoma, Washington | 2008 |
| School name | Degree | Graduated |
|---|---|---|
| Seattle University School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 2008 |
| Seattle University | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 2004 |
| Conference name | Title | Date |
|---|---|---|
| The 2019 Annual WSBA Solo and Small Firm Conference: A Modern Lawyer's Toolkit | Illuminating Low Bono Practice | 2019 |
| 2nd Annual Low Bono Conference - Unbundling: Reimagining the Attorney-Client Relationship | Technology & Low Bono Services | 2018 |
| Washington State Access to Justice Conference | Narrowing the Access Chasm: A Conversation with the Low Bono Community | 2017 |
| Law & Technology Workshop | Empowering Your Practice with a Legal Technologist | 2017 |
| Innovations for Building Your Online Legal Practice | Using Code to Do the Work of 1000 Lawyers | 2017 |
| Sound Immigration's Video Series | Using Inbound Marketing to Promote Your Law Practice | 2016 |
|---|---|---|
| 7 Keys to Managing a 21st Century Practice | Competing with the Forms Sellers: How to Position Yourself as the Smarter Choice | 2016 |
| Making the Right Moves: Leadership & Development for Military Spouse Attorneys | Leveraging Technology in Your Practice | 2015 |
| Legal Lunchbox Series: Unbundling Legal Services: A Practical Perspective | Benefits of Unbundling Legal Services | 2015 |
| Redefining "Entrepreneurship" | Law and Entrepreneurship | 2014 |
| Mission Possible: Choose the Future of Your Practice | Lawyer as Entrepreneur and Civil Legal Need | 2014 |
| Legal Tech Demo Night | Vizibid; Increasing Access to Legal Services with Model Legal Documents for Lawyers | 2014 |
| January 2014 Meeting of the William L. Dwyer American Inn of Court | Merchant of Venice: Understanding the Role of Judicial Bias in Decision-Making | 2014 |
| How to Hang Your Own Shingle | Staying Alive in Solo Practice | 2012 |
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Shane McKinnie, Estate planning Attorney on Mar 27, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Forrest is incredibly knowledgeable when it comes to estate planning. He is the attorney that I recommend to potential clients seeking estate planning services and also someone that I got to when I need advice. In addition to being a great lawyer, Forrest is incredibly generous with his time, devoting much of it to mentoring new attorneys and to support a variety of worthwhile causes. I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer.
Daniel Prince, Internet Attorney on Mar 21, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
It is an honor to endorse this lawyer. Forrest has passion for making legal services accessible, and I've been consistently impressed by the tools and systems he builds to bring bold thinking to our profession, from an early effort to help attorneys share their forms, to his current practice.
I got to know Forrest through our shared interest in bettering the legal profession and helping clients resolve issues faster and cheaper. He is a phenomenal lawyer and a wonderful person to work with. His website wa-wills.com is a tremendous resource that I have referred multiple people to. If you are looking for an attorney I would strongly suggest contacting Forrest.
Daniel Lear, Litigation Attorney on May 13, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Forrest and I share a passion for figuring out how to bring law to the masses. And, to be completely honest, Forrest probably walks the walk better than I do. A tireless advocate for change in the legal system but also, and more importantly, for clients and their interests, I have no hesitation endorsing Forrest completely.
Walter Williams, Family Attorney on Dec 13, 2012
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I first met Forrest in law school where I considered him to be one of the smartest students in my class. I have now had the opportunity to work with Forrest in the field. Forrest and I have communicated about our cases together and I have always appreciated his input. I have also had the opportunity to be an opposing counsel to Forrest. In this instance, Forrest’s analysis was quick and accurate. In addition, he was a pleasure to work with and there was a real ease of communication. I would not hesitate to refer clients to Forrest or call him myself for advice. The clients I have referred to Forrest have been very happy with the services he provided. I fully endorse Forrest Carlson.
I wholeheartedly endorse Forrest. Even as an attorney myself, I retained his services on a business matter and can say that he has a keen legal mind and astute attention to detail. I would not hesitate to recommend Forrest to anyone seeking representation in his practice areas.
Richard Moore, Business Attorney on Apr 20, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Forrest is a professional and astute colleague of mine. He's someone I greatly respect and I always appreciate his input. His clients are well served by his diverse background and ever-patient demeanor, and he's someone I have no reservations about referring potential clients to.
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