Jean Bouffard - Lawyer in Tacoma, WA

Jean Meschke Bouffard

Litigation Attorney at Tacoma, WA

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Our Attorney Is A Winner

We had the misfortune of hiring an inexperienced contractor to remodel our bathroom. He was very unprofessional and didn't quite know how to do a remodel. We paid him a lot of money but got shoddy workmanship in return. He sued us in Small Claims Court for a final payment of $1280.00 but we were fortunate to have found Jean Bouffard to defend us. Jean had the lawsuit transferred to Superior Court and we sued the contractor for breach of contract. The case was a mess of facts and figures but Jean was able to sort it out and win a judgement of $21,030 for us including attorney fees. We are very happy with her professionalism, knowledge and demeanor.

Bouffard, Jean M., Attorney

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Practice areas

Litigation

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As a trial attorney, Ms. Bouffard has represented clients in cases involving contract disputes, contract enforcement, business partner disputes, shareholder disputes, fraud, mechanics liens/contractor liens, construction defects, Homeowners Association's common area disputes, tradename protection, real estate disputes, eminent domain proceedings, property line disputes, land use disputes and contested probates, among others.
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38 years
Business

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People who enter into business ventures together should have a written agreement, signed by all the parties, which sets out how certain difficult situations will affect the business and/or be treated by the business. Shareholders in a corporation need a Shareholder Agreement, the members of an LLC need an Operating Agreement, and partners in a partnership need a Partnership Agreement. Anticipating conflict resolutions protects each of the business partners.
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38 years
Contracts and agreements

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When property owners (commercial or residential) have construction work done on their property, they should be aware that contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers can put liens on their property for lack of payment, even if the general contractor has been paid in full. That means, before a property owner pays the general contractor, the property owner needs to verify that the subcontractors and suppliers received timely payment before paying the general.
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38 years
Real estate

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In the purchase and sale of a business or the purchase and sale of real property, one of the more common mistakes involves contract provisions that leave the contract open ended. People think if they include a closing date, they have a binding contract. However, if the contract has a condition that has to happen before the closing occurs and that condition does not have a time limit for being accomplished, then the contract is not definite; it’s "illusory" and not binding.
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33 years

Jean M. Bouffard, Attorney at Law, provides real estate, contract and litigation legal services for businesses and individuals throughout the Puget Sound area. We offer aggressive, success oriented services at a competitive price. Our clients receive individualized attention, strategic planning and open lines of communication. Unlike the large law firms, where contract attorneys and litigators often work in completely separate departments, Jean Bouffard combines the skills of efficient contract preparation with the skills of successful contract litigation to offer clients the best of both legal services.

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Licensed for 37 years

State WA

Status Active

Acquired 1991

Updated 11/25/2022

State OR

Status Resigned

Acquired 1985

Updated 12/11/2022

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

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Satillite offices in Kent, Seattle, Everett and Silverdale

McFerran Law, PS

3906 South 74th Street

Tacoma, WA, 98409

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Posted by Arny | October 18, 2012

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Posted by anonymous | June 25, 2009

Bouffard, Jean M., Attorney

Jean Bouffard has been my lawyer from 2001 to current. She primarily handles all of my Corporate needs for our S Type Corporation, including the initial formation and charter. She has also handled other legal issues including will and trust planning. Her commitment to me and my company as a client has always met or exceeded my expectations; including legal advise and ethical standards. I trust her fully.

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Posted by anonymous | June 23, 2009

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We were fortunate to be referred to Jean for what turned out to be an extensive case involving various aspects of our newly constructed home. Jean was great about keeping us updated and included in communications. One of Jean's most endearing qualities is her ability to tell it like it is without attorney jargone. Would highly recommend her.

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Posted by anonymous | June 19, 2009

Jean is an excellent attorney

Ms. Bouffard was extremely competent and handled my contracts very professionally. I would highly recommend her.

Posted by anonymous | June 18, 2009

Rating Ms. Bouffard

Ms. Bouffard handled a very complex land use issue. She was up against city attorneys and a very high-powered corporate law firm with unlimited resources. I would not hesitate to use her services for any land use case I may have in the future. A pleasure to work with and very up front about the process.

Posted by anonymous | June 18, 2009

Wright's Consulting & Construction Services

FOR THE PAST TWENTY FIVE (25) YEARS, I HAVE BEEN INVOLVED WITH CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS AND CONTRACTS, AND HAVE WORKED WITH OVER 30 DIFFERENT ATTORNEYS DURING THIS PERIOD, BOTH IN THE GOVERNMENT AND PRIVATE SECTORS. DURING THIS TIME, I HAVE WITNESSED MANY DIFFERENT LEGAL CASES HANDLED BY JEAN BOUFFARD, AND FOUND THAT HER LEGAL EXPERTISE, ATTENTION TO DETAIL AND CUSTOMER SERVICE WAS OUTSTANDING, WINNING CASE AFTER CASE. I HIRED JEAN BOUFFARD' AS MY ATTORNEY BECAUSE OF HER WINNING RECORD AND HER EXPERTISE, FOR OVER 15 YEARS, HER KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE HAS HELPED MY BUSINESS TO BE A SUCCESS, INVOLVING MANY COMPLEX LEGAL ISSUES . I WOULD HIGHLY RECOMMEND THE SERVICES OF JEAN BOUFFARD, ATTORNEY AT LAW, TO ANYONE WHO REQUIRES EXPERIENCED LEGAL REPRESENTATION. BASED UPON HER PAST PERFORMANCE FOR OVER 15 YEARS, I WILL CONTINUE TO USE THE SERVICES OF JEAN BOUFFARD FOR MY BUSINESS AS WELL AS MY PRIVATE LEGAL REQUIREMENTS.

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Posted by anonymous | June 17, 2009

Jean Bouffard

Her advice was always solid. She was always well prepared, whether for a deposition or arguements before the judge. In addition, I was kept informed as to everything that was being done. She would give me the options along with pros and cons of each.

Posted by anonymous | June 17, 2009

Wed review

I find that Jean is a fair, honest & just person & tends to keep me in line & looks out for my best interests. Wayne Fortenberry

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AVVO RATING 7.9 (Very Good)

Work Experience

Senior Attorney
McFerran Law, PS
2014 - Present

Senior Counsel
J.M.Bouffard, Attorney at Law
1991 - 2014

Associate
Stoll Stoll Berne Lokting & Shlachter, PC
1987 - 1990

Law Clerk
Chief Judge, Oregon Court of Appeals
1985 - 1987

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Education

Lewis & Clark Northwestern Law School
Juris Doctorate
1985

University of Montana-Missoula
BS with High Honors
1980

Legal Cases

MacLean v Advanced Educators
Plaintiff's verdict - win

Crawford v. WSDOT
$447,000 plaintiff's verdict - win

Hassan v. International Thrift, LLC
Plaintiff decision -- win

Associations

King County Bar Association
Member
1992 - Present

Washington State Trial Lawyers Association
Member
1992 - Present

Washington State Bar Association
Member
1991 - Present

Oregon State Bar
Inactive Member
1985 - Present

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Languages Spoken

English

Awards

AV Preeminent Peer Review Rated
Martindale-Hubbell
2015

Client Choice Award
Avvo
2012

Commendation - Pro Bono Publico Service
Washington State Bar Association
2007

Commendation - Pro Bono Publico Service
Washington State Bar Association
2004

Commendation - Pro Bono Publico Service
Washington State Bar Association
2003

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Publications

Environmental Law Review
Proposed Federal Land Use Management of the Columbia River Gorge
1984

Speaking Engagements

Partnerships from Start to Finish
Ethical Considerations
2010

Attorney endorsements

Received (4)

Given (3)

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Jennifer Rydberg

General practice Attorney | Jan 24
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jean is an excellent lawyer whose professionalism, integrity, courage, and judgment are outstanding. She provides sensible and competent advice and services to her clients while vigorously supporting their legal rights."

Mark Albertson

Litigation Attorney | Nov 09
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Jean for over a dozen years, and have referred clients to her who are not in my area of expertise. She is a quality advocate and a lawyer of the highest caliber. I highly recommend Jean for litigation, business contract disputes and real estate matters."

Richard Patrick

Business Attorney | Nov 01
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ms. Bouffard's sound advice is clear and to the point. I endorse this lawyer."

Michael Doland

Business Attorney | Oct 25
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Although quite new to the Avvo community, Ms. Bouffard offers correct and analytic advice customized to the needs of the Avvo asker. There are exactly the qualities that any prospective client would want in an attorney."