$ 300-450 per hour
Rajeev D Majumdar
About Rajeev
Biography
Rajeev proudly served as the President of the 41,000 member Washington State Bar Association from 2019 to 2020.
Raised in rural Eastern Idaho, Rajeev (of Irish, Italian and Bengali descent… since we knew you would ask!) completed his undergraduate studies at Albertson College of Idaho in the sciences. He came to Washington in 1999 to do graduate work at the University of Washington, earning Masters in Public Administration and another in International Studies. While completing his graduate research, he traveled extensively in Burma and India, worked as a consultant in matters of international security and was recruited to work for the National Nuclear Security Administration in Washington D.C. While working for the Federal Government during the events of 9/11, he had a first-hand view of the Pentagon hours after it was hit and also visited the New York site several weeks later. He worked to establish protocols of cooperation between the United States and several other nations to ensure the containment of WMD technology, which inspired him to go to law school.
Rajeev attended law school at Seattle University, during which time he worked for the prestigious plaintiff’s litigation firm Carney Badley Spellman, and also, having passed the Tulalip Nation’s bar exam, as a prosecutor for the Tulalip Indian Nation. Having come from a rural setting, and having tasted the fruits of Seattle and Washington D.C., Rajeev had long set his sights on Whatcom County as the perfect setting for the best of both worlds. After working for the State’s Division of Child Support in Seattle, and taking the time to find the perfect fit, he accepted a position with the Whatcom Law Group in 2008, became a Partner in 2013, and Managing Partner in 2019. His practice focuses on business transactions and formations. He also serves as the City Prosecutor of Blaine. He served as a pro-tem Superior Court Commissioner for Whatcom County on an ongoing basis from 2013 until 2016, at which time he ran for and was elected to the Washington State Bar Association's Board of Governors to represent District #2. In 2018, he was elected to be President of the WSBA for the 2019-2020 term.
When not working, Rajeev spends time with his wife and daughter in the outdoors. He serves on the boards of a number of non-profits committed to serving the indigent in our community.
Practice Areas
7
Practice Areas
Contracts and Agreements
25%
19 years
Corporate and Incorporation
20%
18 years
Litigation
20%
19 years
Real Estate
20%
18 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Retainer
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Washington for 18 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 2007
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Law Offices of Rajeev D Majumdar
289 H St, Blaine, WA, 98230
Law Offices of Rajeev D Majumdar
2417 Main Street, Ferndale, WA, 98248
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Posted by anonymous | July 29, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate
Excellent work on sale of small farm
Rajeev did an excellent job in helping me with the sale of my small farm. Real estate agents wanted a substantial percentage of the agreed upon sale price when I had already found a willing buyer on my own. Rajeev handled all the paperwork, including a short term lease to allow me to stay in the home...
Posted by Nola | June 19, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Landlord & Tenant
Renters on land that needed to be removed for land sale
Rajeev Majumdar was beyond knowledgeable with our issues on getting renters off my brothers land. He gave great advice, let us be involved as much as we wanted, and kept us updated on the progress being made. He is very easy to work with and explains in ways we could understand. His assistant Jakki w...
Posted by Felicia | January 19, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Business
Full confidence in his work
Rajeev helped me navigate starting a counseling private practice to serve individuals and couples in April 2020. He not only helped me separate my personal assets from my PLLC, he educated me.
Posted by Debby Sasken-Duff | January 13, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Business
Our corporate counsel
My company has been working Rajeev for almost 3 years. He is one of the best attorneys that I have ever met. He is brilliant and caring. A very unusual combination of strengths to find in any individual and very rare in a lawyer! He has guided our company through many contractual and legal issues ...
Posted by Christina | March 05, 2014 | Child Custody
Rajeev Majumdar has been wonderful from the beging.
I first came to Rajeev over a year ago with a custody issue. He was caring then, and I must emphasise he is caring now. When you hear the phrase, "Heart Of Gold," that phrase was made about him. From working with him I see he is a very logical Attorney, he looks at the whole picture, and is calm abou...
Rajeev D Majumdar's Lawyer Endorsements
"I first met Rajeev when I was a student at Western Washington University and he was teaching Rights, Liberties, and Justice. I know have the privilege to work with Rajeev. Rajeev possesses an unparalleled depth of knowledge making him the go-to expert for complex cases within the firm. He consistently demonstrates a keen understanding of the law, combined with a strategic and forward-thinking approach to legal practice. Rajeev has not only provided invaluable mentorship but has also fostered a collaborative and supportive work environment. His leadership style is characterized by a perfect balance of expertise, professionalism, and a genuine concern for the well-being and professional growth of his team. I have had the opportunity to observe Rajeev navigate challenging legal scenarios with grace and precision. I wholeheartedly recommend Rajeev to anyone seeking legal representation. He is not only an accomplished attorney but also an exemplary leader."
"Rajeev is a fine attorney, a fierce advocate for his clients, and a tremendous representative of our community. I have watched him work as defense counsel, and been in front of him when he was presiding over cases as a judge. He always treats others with dignity and respect, and I absolutely endorse him."
"I have worked on several cases with Rajeev both as his adversary, and as co-counsel. He is a top-notch lawyer and the best legal writer I’ve had the pleasure to work with."
"Rajeev and I are currently on the WSBA Board of Governors. He has been incredibly helpful to me as a new member. I have been greatly impressed with his advocacy skills and analytical skills."
"While opposing Rajeev in his role as Blaine City Prosecutor, I got to observe how he approaches a criminal matter. I saw how he acted in the courtroom, with the parties, with the court, and how he handled a witness interview. In short, I got to watch him do my job, from the opposite side! We have also worked together in other matters, in a loose sense, so again - lots of chances to observe. Rajeev is so very smart, and so very caring, that it's hard to believe he can also be so very competent. But he is! If you want a very smart, very patient, very caring, and very well respected attorney on your side, you would do well to put "Call Rajeev" at the top of your "to do" list."
"I have known Rajeev for a number of years, and have worked both with and against him on many matters. Rajeev is widely respected and admired for his high energy, tremendous work ethic, and dedication to his community. I wholeheartedly endorse his work, and am delighted to know him."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Rajeev for years. He is a great guy. I confidently refer folks to Rajeev."
"I have known Rajeev for years and worked with him when he taught a course for paralegals. I refer clients to Rajeev with confidence and have always been impressed with his reputation in the community."
"I have worked with Rajeev in the past and found him to be fair, responsive, and courteous. He is exceptionally talented at creative solutions. I endorse Mr Majumdar without hesitation."
"Rajeev is the personification of a renaissance lawyer. As a prosecutor, Rajeev is tough but fair and always a pleasure to work with. As a criminal defense attorney, Rajeev is knowledgable and attentive to his clients. As a civil attorney, Rajeev's office once assisted my mother in a personal injury matter. the experience my mother had with Rajeev's office, as well as his partner Roger Ellingston, made me pursue a career as an attorney. When my clients have civil issues I refer them to Rajeev. As a fellow lawyer, as well as a fellow client (of sorts), I'm proud to endorse Rajeev!"
"I endorse this lawyer without reservation. Rajeev is a consummate professional. He has the rare combination of a great mind and a great heart. I have referred clients and friends to Rajeev's office in Whatcom County, always believing that they would be well represented."
"Rajeev has the intelligence, legal knowledge, and real world experience to help clients navigate and resolve the most difficult legal issues. Rajeev is also a great communicator and can help clients understand the issues they face so that they can make informed decisions that affect their lives and businesses. I highly recommend Mr. Majumdar."
"I endorse this lawyer. Rajeev is highly professional and always a gentleman in the court room. I have found that he is highly ethical and honest. He also has an excellent sense of humor."
"Rajeev is a great lawyer. His ability to analyze a problem, identify the cause, and craft a workable solution is top notch. He is smart, reliable, and willing to listen. I would without hesitation recommend Rajeev to anyone looking for legal representation."
"Rajeev is a very well respected attorney in our community. He is honest, hard working and intelligent. I believe Rajeev achieves the best results possible for his clients and know he is a trusted adviser for clients I have referred to him."
"I endorse this lawyer. Rajeev has a great deal of compassion and energy to work in a very complicated field fraught with many emotional sink holes. I have been very impressed by his work product, his presentations, and his attitude. I can tell he cares a great deal about his clients and acts to serve their legal needs with the highest ethical and professional attention. He is a valued member of our legal community with a great future ahead of him."
"Having worked at a prestigious plaintiff’s litigation firm, a prosecutor for the Tulalip Indian Nation, the State’s Division of Child Support, and the Law Offices of Roger Ellingson, Rajeev has a both a wide array of experience as well as extensive expertise in specific practice areas. Without hesitation, I recommend that you contact Rajeev if you are looking for an attorney in Whatcom County or if you are a BC resident with Washington legal issues."
"I highly endorse this lawyer's work. Rajeev has proved to be not only a competent and capable attorney but a great friend as well. He is knowledgeable in family law and has even forayed into the Tribal Court venue. He is dedicated to his clients and his practice, and I would strongly recommend Rajeev to any person who has a family law issue they need resolved. He is easy to work with and very amenable to alternative dispute resolution for his clients when appropriate."
"I'm happy to endorse Rajeev. He's an excellent attorney! Rajeev is bright, experienced, energetic and "up to snuff" on criminal law matters. I'm quite confident he's just as talented and capable in family law, real estate, and business law as well. I don't hesitate referring clients to Rajeev. He is a credit to the profession. Hire him, you won't be disappointed."
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Experience
Honors
2019
Pro Bono Public Service Commendation, Washington State Bar Association
2018
Pro Bono Public Service Commendation, Washington State Bar Association
2017
Pro Bono Public Service Commendation, Washington State Bar Association
2016
Pro Bobo Public Service Commendation, Washington State Bar Association
2015
Local Hero Award, Washington State Bar Association and Whatcom County Bar Association
2015
Pro Bono Public Service Commendation, Washington State Bar Association
2014
Pro Bono Public Service Commendation, Washington State Bar Association
2013
Pro Bono Public Service Commendation, Washington State Bar Association
2012
Pro Bono Public Service Commendation, Washington State Bar Association
2011
Pro Bono Public Service Commendation, Washington State Bar Association
2007
Viola Spencer Memorial Award for Legal Writing, National Native American Law Students Association
2007
Cum Laude graduate, Seattle University School of Law
2007
Acknowledgement of work for victims of Hurricanes Katrina & Rita, Louisiana Supreme Court and Louisiana Bar Association
2006
Law Review, Seattle University Law School
Work Experience
2014 - Present
City Traffic & Mental Health Prosecutor, City of Bellingham
2013 - Present
Managing Partner, Whatcom Law Group, P.S.
2011 - Present
City Prosecutor, City of Blaine
2018 - 2018
Hearing Examiner Pro-tem, City of Oak Harbor
2017 - 2017
Judge Pro-Tem, City of Sumas
2016 - 2018
Prosecutor, Nooksack Indian Tribe
2015 - 2018
Adjunct Professor, Western Washington University
2013 - 2016
Ongoing Pro-tem Commissioner, Whatcom County Superior Court
2011 - 2012
Adjunct Professor, Whatcom Community College
2010 - 2018
Special Prosecutor, City of Ferndale
2008 - 2013
Associate, The Law Offices of Roger Ellingson
2008 - 2008
Case Officer, Washington DSHS- Division of Child Support Enforcement
2006 - 2006
Summer Associate, Tulalip Indian Nation Prosecutor's Office
2005 - 2005
Summer Associate, Carney Badley Spellman, P.S.
2003 - 2004
Fellow, National Bureau of Asian Research
2001 - 2002
Graduate Resident, National Nuclear Security Administration
Associations
2012 - Present
LAW Advocates - Indigent Civil Assistance Non ProfitBoard of Directors
2010 - Present
Whatcom County Bar JournalEditor
2008 - Present
Whatcom County Bar AssociationMember
2007 - Present
Washington State Bar AssociationMember
2019 - 2021
Washington State Bar AssociationPresident
2018 - 2019
Washington State Bar AssociationPresident-Elect
2016 - 2018
Washington State Bar AssociationBoard of Governors
2016 - 2017
Whatcom County Bar AssociationBylaws Review Committee
2013 - 2019
North West Youth ServicesBoard of Directors
2010 - 2012
Washington Young Lawyers DivisionCLE Committee
2010 - 2020
Sun House - Housing for the Mentally IllBoard of Directors
2009 - 2010
Whatcom County Bar AssociationCourthouse Efficency Committee
Sample of Legal Cases
Dismissal of U.S. Commercial Litigation Suit against Canadian Corp. at Trial Court and Court of Appeals
Appellate upholding of dismissal of case for litigation in Canada
Multi Jurisdictional Tribal Custody Litigation
Sole custody of child moved to my client and his tribe
All City of Lynden curfews eliminated (2015)
Case dismissed
Appellate case: Timber Trespass, Waste, Damages, Atty Fees
Trial court ruling upheld for client and further fees awarded to client
Litigation over Cremation Remains
Cremation ashes successfuly turned over to my clients and scattered according to the wishes of the deceased.
Contested ownership over thousands of lbs of frozen seafood
Utilizing the the legal recourse of replevin, all 8,000 pounds of goods were awarded to my client.
Accused of trying to burn down a house with people inside
Charges dismissed by Judicial Order
Expert Witness testifying on Arranged Marriage, Caste and Social Pressure
Father was arrested pending return of the child from overseas, which did occur and child was reunited with mother
Education
2019
Washington Judicial Institute
Judicial Training
2015
WSBA - Washington Leadership Institute
Leadership and Management skills
2013
The National Institute on the Prosecution of Domestic Violence
Case evaluation and trial advocacy skills
2007
Seattle University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2003
U.Wash - Jackson School of International Studies
MAIS - Masters in International Studies
2003
U.Wash - Evans School of Public Policy
MPA - Masters of Public Administration
1999
Albertson College of Idaho
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2020
Beyond the A
Anxiety and the Law
2020
APEX Award Ceremonies
Highlighting Legal Luminaries
2018
Bellingham CIty Club: #Me Too - a Male Perspective
#Me Too - a Male Perspective
2017
Washington State Association of Municipal Attorneys 60th Annual Conferance
Moderator: Criminal Session
2017
Islamophobia in the Legal System: Addressing Bias and Inclusion
Panel Moderator
2017
Evidence CLE
Moderator: Evidence - a judicial perspective, character evidence & hearsay
2017
Bellingham Science March
Reader: The Importance and Beauty of Science
2016
Skagit, State of the Judiciary Dinner
The Legal Community's Role in Serving Civil Society
2016
2016 Annual WSBA Solo and Small Firm Conference
Criminal Law for Civil Practioners
2015
WSBA Board of Governor's Meeting
Local Hero Award
2015
Whatcom County Bar Association
Succession Planning: Mentoring Pro Bono Commitment
2015
Legal Care Center Academy
Infraction Procedure & Negotiation
2015
Justice on Trial 13: Oct.22, 2015
Racially Restrictive Convenants
2015
Justice on Trial 11: Oct.22, 2015
National Security
2015
January 6, 2015 - South Fork Law Radio Program
On My Story & The Practice of Law
2015
Hour of the Wolf News (October 12th, 2015)
Mental Health & the Law
2013
Special Considerations for Reluctant Victims
Investigating & Documenting DV Cases
2011
KIwanis Meeting
Perspectives on Bangladesh
2011
Bellingham Staff Review
Perspectives on Bangladesh
2008
Identifying Child Support Arrears Indicators
Cost-benefit and Policy Analysis with Regards to Pursuing Criminal Contempt and Prosecutorial Discretion
2004
Public Thesis Defense
NA-22 and the War on Terror: A case study, laying forth the changes and events that took place in the National Nuclear Security Administration’s Office of Research & Engineering after September 11th, 2001
2001
Diversity Overview
South Asian Demographics in Washington
Publications
2020
Washington State Bar News (Sept. 2020)
Working to Combat the Stigma Around Seeking Mental Health Help
2020
Washington State Bar News (Nov. 2020)
Cited in James K. Doane Wins 2020 President’s Award
2020
Washington State Bar News (July 2020)
Reenvisioning the Criminal Justice System
2020
Washington State Bar News (June 2020)
No Liberty Without Access to Justice
2020
The Seattle Times (Apr 13, 2020)
cited in Judge G. Helen Whitener appointed to state Supreme Court
2019
Washington State Bar News (Oct. 2019)
Q&A with 2019-2020 WSBA President
2019
NWLawyer (Nov. 2019)
Lawyers as Volunteers
2018
NW Lawyer (March 2018)
From the Outside
2016
SIJS Benchbook and Resource Guide
Co-author: WA ST Court Special Immigrant Juvenile Status Benchbook and Resource Guide
2016
NWLawyer (Oct. 2016)
Interview cited in Profile Piece on new WSBA Governors
2015
The Northern Light (Aug. 20)
Interview cited in "Blaine City Prosecutor Honored for Charity Work"
2015
Whatcom Magazine (Nov. 10)
Interview cited in Profile Piece
2015
The Bellingham Herald (Nov 30)
Interview cited in "Kittens abandoned near Canadian border rescued in Blaine"
2014
NW Lawyer (Nov. 2014)
Practicing Out Here
2013
The Seattle Times (Mar. 18)
Interview cited in "Pot Law Creates a Hazy Border"
2013
The Northern Light (Mar. 22)
Interview cited in "Clearing the Smoke: Marijuana at the Border"
2011
Journal of World History
Mentioned in "That Grand Primeval and Fundemental Religion"
2011
North Carolina Lawyers Weekly
Interview cited in "Reverter dispute involving Charlotte parkland, parking deck settles"
2007
Seattle University Law Review
Racially Restrictive Covenants in the State of Washington: A Primer for Practitioners
Languages
Bengali
English