Peter J Smith

Peter J Smith

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 16 years

Business Lawyer at Seattle, WA
Practice Areas: Business, Corporate & Incorporation, Contracts & Agreements ... +2 more

221 First Ave. W.,, Suite 110, Seattle, WA

About Peter

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Business 30%

My business practice focuses on helping business and entreprenuers who want to make a social impact with their business ventures.

30%
Corporate and Incorporation 25%

Including advise on the emerging social impact legal structures including the L3C, Benefit Corporation, and Flexible Purposes entities.

25%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 16 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 2010

Active

No misconduct found

Location

The Apex Law Group

221 First Ave. W.,, Suite 110, Seattle, WA, 98119

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Peter J Smith's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

25 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 7 reviews | Contracts & Agreements

Posted by Dustin | July 16, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Contracts & Agreements

Peter and Apex Law Group are the best!

I was so fortunate to find Apex Law when starting my new business. Peter and Tara have been amazing throughout the process and have helped me with every step in forming my social purpose corporation. In addition, they helped connect me with other resources to support my accounting needs and getting s...et up as a B-Corp. Their support didn’t end when all the paperwork was filed, they have been there to support me with other hurdles I have faced with lease reviews, dispute resolution and setting up our independent contractor agreement. I am so glad to have such great partners that truly care about their clients and our community. 

Posted by Eric | February 22, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Contracts & Agreements

Principal

Peter Smith, at Apex Law Group is an awesome business attorney!! If you own a small business as I do, having a good attorney on your team is essential. I’ve known Peter for several years and he has helped me on numerous occasions with corporate structuring and contracts. He is sharp, knowledgeab...le, and hard working. Perhaps most importantly he is a business owner himself and which means that he clearly and intimately understands your business needs. As my business attorney I feel that he always “has my back”. As Peter is fond of saying: “A sound contract is the linchpin of a successful business relationship.” To work without one is to invite disaster. To have one is peace of mind. If you are looking for a business attorney, I recommend that you give Peter a call at Apex Law. Eric

Posted by John | February 22, 2018 | Contracts & Agreements

Trustworthy, Strategic, Professional

Peter helped me with consulting for the development of a new start-up and negotiating the contract terms with the venture capital group. He is an excellent communicator with a client-first approach. I felt listened to and his guidance was sound. I would recommend Peter to anyone looking for a busines...s attorney.

Posted by Kelly | February 21, 2018 | Contracts & Agreements

Peter is the only one I trust with my legal business needs

The best way to put it is by saying Peter is fantastic. I own a small business and we have Peter review and create all of our legal documents for clients, sub-contractors, employees and between owners. Having peace of mind knowing my business is legally sound and that I have someone as dedicated, int...elligent and caring as Peter, allows me and my company to do what we do best, and not worry about the rest. As my company grows and expands, I know Peter will be there with the best advise and knowledge. I can't recommend his services enough!

Posted by Jeff | March 30, 2015 | Contracts & Agreements

Outstanding service - reliable - fun to work with

After years working with the same attorney, receiving less service for more money, I decided I needed to make a change. I found Peter - and he has been absolutely fantastic to deal with. He has provided top-notch advice and support and has turned things around incredibly quickly. Just recently, I ...sent him a document on a Saturday morning (expecting to hear from him on Monday). I had a revised document back on my desk before NOON on that same Saturday! As my new business gets off the ground, it is comforting to know that I have an experienced and willing legal professional on my side to help me navigate the many business and contractual hurdles that lay ahead. I am very pleased to be working with Peter!

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Peter J Smith's Lawyer Endorsements

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Tyler Jones

Business lawyer | Jul 11

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I worked with Peter on a recent business sale. He was thoughtful, attentive, and practical. Peter is a very knowledgeable and skilled attorney."

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Rahul Aggarwal

Unknown lawyer | Mar 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Neil Juneja

Corporate and incorporation lawyer | May 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Peter possesses a great deal of expertise in business structures and corporations. Not only does he ejoy a great depth of knowledge; he is able to communicate the salient points clearly."

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Nathan Cliber

Unknown lawyer | May 14

Relationship: Other

"I've known Peter J. Smith since law school and I feel completely comfortable saying that he is one of the smartest and most good-hearted people that I have known in this profession. I have always seen him excel at everything he does, excepting that I usually beat him at racquetball."

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Mark Larsson

Business lawyer | Mar 12

Relationship: Friend

"Peter is by far one of the most intelligent and capable lawyers in the Seattle area. I know that if I ever have a business, contracts, or civil litigation question he would have the answer. If you are fortunate enough to have him help you with a legal matter you are in very good hands."

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Eric Camm

Business lawyer | Feb 14

Relationship: Co-worker

"Peter is an excellent lawyer who works extremely hard for his clients to identify their needs and provide them with top notch representation."

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Alexander Jensen

Litigation lawyer | Oct 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Peter Smith because he is one of the hardest working and smartest attorneys that I know. Peter is an excellent advocate in the courtroom."

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Pradnya Desh

Business lawyer | May 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Peter is an excellent attorney who helps businesses tackle complex business matters. He is also the only attorney that I know who has knowledge to advise companies about the new Social Purpose Corporation, which goes into effect in Washington state in June 2012."

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Abraham Ritter

Business lawyer | Feb 02

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Peter Smith is a brilliant and tenacious lawyer, and I recommend him without reservation. His experience and intellect leave him with few peers."

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Kevin Hastings

Business lawyer | Nov 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Peter for several years, and I am honored to say that he is my friend and colleague. Peter is one of the brightest young attorney’s who I know. He is tenacious, savvy, and quick on his feet. He is also courteous, genuine, and highly professional. Peter is always first to think of other people, particularly his clients. He is a great listener and always has sound advice, which I often seek. I have personally referred him clients because I know that he will approach their legal issues with the same diligence and skill as some of the best attorneys in Washington. In addition to Peter being a rising star in our profession, he is a devout husband and father. He balances his life well, which helps him maintain a very healthy perspective. I cannot speak highly enough of him."

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Tara Lukjan

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Alexander Theoharis

Business lawyer

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Alexander Jensen

Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer

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Neil Juneja

Entertainment lawyer

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Eric Camm

Unknown lawyer

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Abraham Ritter

Contracts and agreements lawyer

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Kevin Hastings

Personal injury lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2020

Super Lawyer, Thomson Reuters

2019

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2017

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2016

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2015

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2015

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2014

Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine

2014

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

Work Experience

2011 - Present

Partner, The Apex Law Group LLP

2009 - 2011

Associate, Gordon Derr, LLP

Associations

2011 - Present

King County Bar Association

2009 - Present

Washington State Bar Association

Sample of Legal Cases

Lummi Indian Nation v. State of Washington 241 P.3d 1220

In favor of the State (and our intervening clients)

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Education

2009

Seattle University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2006

University of Washington

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2017

The Social Purpose Corporation: How is it different from nonprofits and for-profits? Social Purpose Corporation

2017

Nonprofit Law Institute 2017 Mission Driven Commercial Ventures

2017

Nonprofit Entities: Formation, Governing, and Tax Considerations Nonprofit Law

2015

WA SOS Mt.Vernon Nonprofit Conference Nonprofit Board Governance

2015

Advanced Nonprofit Techniques

Nonprofit Finance

2014

Wayfind

Nonprofit Transitions

2013

Internal Controls for nonprofits Nonprofit Management

2013

Hot Topics in Business Law

Corporate Entities

2013

Healthcare Hospitality House Network National Conference Risk Management

2013

2013

Advising the New Tech Startup

Business Entities

2012

Washington Society of CPAs

Social Purpose Corporations

2012

Brown Bag Luncheon at Van Ness Feldman

Social Purpose Corporation

Publications

2010

Environmental and Land Use Law Newsletter Not a Performing Bear : The Supreme Court's Decision in Lummi Indian Nation v. State

Languages

English

Activity

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