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Katti Telstad Esp
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About Katti
Biography
Katti Esp has practiced law in Bellingham since 1996, designing and implementing individualized estate plans and assisting clients with the probate process. She collaborates with families and individuals and their financial planners to retain the greatest amount of wealth for family, friends, and charities. Katti also helps her clients limit the assets transferred to the government or unintended beneficiaries. She develops estate plans designed to reduce federal and state estate and gift taxes.
Katti Esp also assists her clients with transferring closely held family businesses and regularly assists non-citizens with their estate plans. She is licensed to practice law in Washington and California.
Katti Esp received her Master of Laws in Taxation from the University of Florida. She earned her Juris Doctor, magna cum laude, from Gonzaga University School of Law, where she received academic honors for her achievements in estate planning and secured transactions. Katti graduated fromWestern Washington Universitywith a Bachelor of Arts degree. In 2013 Katti received the Estate Planning Law Specialist designation from the Estate Law Specialist Board, Inc. an organization accredited by the American Bar Association.* In 2012, Katti received the Accredited Estate Planner designation from the National Association of Estate Planners & Councils.*
* The Supreme Court of Washington does not recognize certification, of specialities in the practice of law and the certification, award or recognition is not a requirement to practice law in the state of Washington.
Assisting Clients With The Probate Process & In Designing & Implementing Estate Plans.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Estate Planning
40%
30 years
Probate
20%
30 years
Trusts
20%
30 years
Wills and Living Wills
20%
30 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Retainer
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
Awards
2014
Licenses
Licensed in Arizona for 8 years
State: Arizona
Acquired: 2017
No misconduct found
Licensed in California for 23 years
State: California
Acquired: 2002
No misconduct found
Licensed in Washington for 30 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 1996
No misconduct found
Location
Wealth Retention Services
(360) 312-3965
Unknown
301 Prospect St., Bellingham, WA, 98225-4001
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Posted by Tami | February 28, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Probate
Katti Esp is an Excellant Attorney
My husband died unexpectedly in 2015 and I needed legal advise to determine if I needed to file for probate. I also needed to update my will and provide for my minor child. Katti reviewed all my information, explained my legal options, gave me advise on which would best for me. She explained each st...
Posted by anonymous | July 06, 2015 | Estate Planning
I highly recommend Katti Esp
Katti explained everything very thoroughly, and was very patient with our questions. She gave us the detailed advice we were looking for, and provided us with not only a will, but powers of attorney and advance directives. We have a "blended" family- 5 adult children between us from previous marria...
Katti Telstad Esp's Lawyer Endorsements
"I heartily endorse Katti. The clients I've referred to her have consistently told me that Katti did a good job explaining things to them in simple language so that they understand what their estate plan is about. I will continue, with full confidence, to refer clients to her. Also, as a fellow attorney, Katti has always been ready to assist and share her knowledge."
"Katti really knows her stuff when it comes to wills, trusts and probate matters. Equally importantly, she is willing and happy to share her expertise with other attorneys as well as the public."
"Not only to endorse Katti Esp, but I frequently send my clients and friends to her for assistance with their estate planning needs. Everyone I have referred to her has shared with me their appreciation for her efficiency and professionalism."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. She is a leader in our community. I respect her judgment and knowledge of the law."
"I really admire Katti Esp's knowledge and experience in the estate practice field. She's an outstanding lawyer who brings compassion and zeal to all of her clients' matters."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Katti is an exceptional attorney. She is competent in her field of work. She has a great staff and her work output is timely. She truly cares about the welfare of her clients."
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Experience
Honors
2019
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
Accredited Estate Planner, National Association of Estate Planners & Councils
2016
Estate Planning Law Specialist, Estate Law Specialist Board, Inc. an organization accredited by the American Bar Association
2010
Champions of Justice, Pro Bono Direct Representation Award, Law Advocates
Work Experience
2000 - Present
Owner, Wealth Retention Services
1999 - 2000
Associate Attorney, Egger Betts Austin Johnson, PLLC
1996 - 1999
Associate Attorney, Brett & Daugert, PLLC
Associations
1996 - Present
Northwest Washington Estate Planning CouncilMember
1996 - Present
Washington State Bar AssociationMember
2015 - 2016
Northwest Washington Estate Planning CouncilImmediate Past President
2014 - 2017
National Association of Estate Planners and CouncilsVolunteer on annual conference committee
2014 - 2015
Northwest Washington Estate Planning CouncilPresident
2013 - 2014
Northwest Washington Estate Planning CouncilVice President
2009 - 2009
Whatcom County Bar AssociationPresident
2008 - 2008
Whatcom County Bar AssociationVice President
2008 - 2011
Northwest Washington Estate Planning CouncilDirector
2005 - 2008
Lutheran Campus MinistriesBoard Member
2002 - 2003
Northwest Washington Estate Planning CouncilImmediate Past President
2001 - 2002
Northwest Washington Estate Planning CouncilPresident
2000 - 2003
Whatcom County Red Cross ChapterBoard Member
2000 - 2001
Northwest Washington Estate Planning CouncilVice President
1999 - 2001
Washington Women LawyersVice President of Leadership Development
1998 - 2000
Northwest Washington Estate Planning CouncilDirector
1996 - 2015
Whatcom County Bar AssociationMember
Education
1996
University of Florida, Fredric G. Levin College of Law
LL.M - Master of Laws in Taxation
1995
Gonzaga University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1992
Western Washington University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2015
Whatcom Community College Community Education
Wills and Estate Planning
2014
Whatcom Community College Community Education
Wills and Estate Planning
2013
Whatcom Community College Community Education
Wills and Estate Planning
2013
Two-part Estate Planning Seminar
Estate planning
2012
Whatcom Commmunity College - Community Education
Taking the Fear Out of Wills and Estate Planning
2011
Whatcom Community College Community Education
Taking the Fear Out of Wills and Estate Planning
2010
Whatcom Community College Community Education
Taking the Fear Out of Wills and Estate Planning
2010
New Lawyer Education Program
Goal Setting and Four Habits of Referability
2010
Estate Planning: "Let Your Will be Known"
Beneficiary Designations and Titling
2009
Whatcom Community College Community Education
Taking the Fear Out of Wills and Estate Planning
2009
Red Flags for Specialty Areas
Top 11 Things to Watch Out for in Estate Planning
2009
New Lawyer Education Program
Goal Setting and Four Habits of Referability
2008
Wills and Trusts for the Generalist
Niche Practice
2008
Whatcom Community College Community Education
Taking the Fear Out of Wills and Estate Planning
2008
Moneywise Women 2008
Wills and Estate Planning
2007
Whatcom Community College Community Education
Taking the Fear Out of Wills and Estate Planning
2006
Whatcom Community College Community Education
Taking the Fear Out of Wills and Estate Planning
2005
Whatcom Community College Community Education
Taking the Fear Out of Wills and Estate Planning
2004
Whatcom Community College Community Education
Taking the Fear Out of Wills and Estate Planning
2004
Washington State Bar Association
The Use of FLLC and FLLP in Estate and Gift Planning: Current Updates
2003
Whatcom Community College Community Education
Taking the Fear Out of Wills and Estate Planning
2002
Whatcom Community College Community Education
Taking the Fear Out of Wills and Estate Planning
2001
Whatcom Community College Community Education
Taking the Fear Out of Wills and Estate Planning
2000
Whatcom Community College Community Education
Taking the Fear Out of Wills and Estate Planning
1999
Whatcom Community College Community Education
Taking the Fear Out of Wills and Estate Planning
Publications
1995
31 Idaho Law Review 1071
Community Property Rules or American Indian Tribal Law - Which Prevails?
Languages
English