$ 300-300 per hour
About Mark
Biography
I am a second generation family law lawyer, however I have chosen to expand my practice into the area of estate planning, probate and guardianship. We was at the same location since 1984 until June 1st 2013 when I accepted an offer to join a 100 year old law firm half a block away. I now am a partner in Newton Kight LLP founded in 1912.
I have extensive litigation experience, however find that one must have an eye to resolving disputes in a manner that does less harm than perhaps an extended trial might produce.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Litigation
35%
18 years | 15 cases
Probate
30%
33 years | 200 cases
Estate Planning
25%
24 years | 500 cases
Guardianship
10%
38 years | 200 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Washington for 42 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 1983
No misconduct found
Location
Newton Kight LLP
1820 32nd Street, Everett, WA, 98201
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Posted by Gina | January 16, 2013 | Probate
Decent with good ideas
Mark handled the probate after my father's unexpected death. I was referred to him by the Snohomish County Legal referral service. He was very easy to work with though at times there seemed to be a delay in communication. Among all of the great advice he gave me was a plan to save my father's h...
Posted by Luke | June 02, 2011 | Family
MTPII the Best!
Mark has been my family law lawer for the past four years. He has managed my expecations well, been completly honest with me and has made me feel that he cares about my family. He's on our Christmas Card list.
Posted by anonymous | March 02, 2011 | Estate Planning
Knowledgable and Ethical Lawyer
Mark Patterson has assisted my family with estate planning and small claims matters, and we have seen firsthand the many reasons he has developed such a stellar reputation. He cares about his clients, has a wide range of legal knowledge, and provided us with excellent advice and support. I highly r...
Mark Theodore Patterson II's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Mark Patterson is a strong advocate for a client to have in their corner. He is highly intelligent, and a skilled and experienced attorney. Moreover, his background in estate planning, trusts, and family law, and underlying Bachelors of Arts in Business enables him to provide a broader scope of counsel and representation than is typically found in any one attorney. In addition, people faced with estate litigation are often dealing with traumatic and life changing events and I have found Mark to be both kind and compassionate when working with his clients."
"I strongly endorse this lawyer. I have been referring people to attorney Mark Patterson for years, knowing they will receive excellent representation. He is always one of the attorneys mentioned whenever us local lawyers are asked for a referral to a good Snohomish County family law attorney. He is one of the best around."
"Mark and I were partners for 18 years. HIs intellectual curiosity regarding the law and his willing to keep abreast on current changes in the law has always been an inspiration. He zealously represents his clients while maintaining the highest ethical standards. He is well respected in the legal community in family law and estate planning matters. Mark is interested in solving problems, not creating them. I refer family members and friends to him on a regular basis. Any client would be well served by his representation."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mark is a brilliant lawyer who has been a mentor, colleague, and friend of mine for many years. He helped me through my own divorce, and his counsel was invaluable. I frequently refer clients to Mark because I know little about his areas of Legal Expertise (which are many), knowing he will represent them as ably as any lawyer would."
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Experience
Honors
2017
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
AV Rated- Judicial Edition, Martindale-Hubbell
2000
Boss of the Year, Snohomish County Professional Legal Secretarys
2000
Leadership Award,
1998
Snohomish County Pro Bono Award, Snohomish County Bar
Work Experience
2013 - Present
Partner, Newton Kight, LLP
2002 - Present
Partner, Rockefeller Law Office
1984 - 2001
Sole Practioner, Mark T. Patterson II Attorney
Associations
2004 - 2007
WSBA Character and Fitness BoardMember
2004 - 2007
WSBA Professionalism CommitteeMember
1999 - 2000
Snohomish County BarPast President
Sample of Legal Cases
In Re Matter of Trust of Kelly
$1.6 million dollar judgment on summary motion
In Re Parentage of C.A.M.A. 154 Wn 2nd 52 (2005)
Erosion of all further visitation rights for grandparents
Education
1983
Gonzaga University School of Law
Juris Doctorate
1980
University of Washington
Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2017
Advanced Guardianship Issues
Advanced Guardianship
2016
SS Guardianship: A Three Hour Tour of APS, Family Law, Representing AIPs and Beyond
Advanced Guardianship
2009
Intersection of Family Law and Estates
Family Law and Estates
2006
Legal Support Professionals Ethics Seiminar
Ethics
Publications
2012
WSBA Family Law Deskbook
Chapter 51 Third Party Custody
2009
Divorce in Washington
A guide for the self represented
2005
WSBA Bar News
Professionalism, You know it when you see it
Languages
English
Activity
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