$ 260-260 per hour
About Michael
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Estate Planning
40%
44 years
Probate
30%
44 years
Elder Law
20%
27 years
Guardianship
10%
12 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Licenses
Licensed in Washington for 44 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 1981
No misconduct found
Location
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Posted by Linda T | April 27, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Probate
Mike was outstanding!
Mike helped me with the probate conundrum for my mother. He was knowledgeable and gave great explanations. And you could tell that he really cared about helping me. I will actually miss not working with him since the probate is now complete.
Posted by Linda | April 05, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Trusts
customer
Michael answered all our questions and educated us on making informed choices with providing for our daughter's special needs trust. I appreciated his patience, attention to detail, and flexibility with working with our needs. I now feel secure about the future!
Posted by Lorna | September 19, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Wills & Living Wills
Made a confusing WILL easy to understand
We have a pretty complicated WILL. Michael helped walk us through the pro's and con's and after only a few visits we were on the right track
Posted by anonymous | September 06, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Calm and collected
Mike helped me resolve a legal issue that I had been very emotional about. He explained my options calmly and clearly, and was honest about the pros and cons of different approaches. With his help, I was able to avoid filing anything in court. He was diligent in wrapping up all the loose ends to m...
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Experience
Honors
2015
Pro Bono Service Commendation, Washington State Bar Association
2014
Pro Bono Service Commendation, Washington State Bar Association
2013
Pro Bono Service Commendation, Washington State Bar Association
2012
Pro Bono Service Commendation, Washington State Bar Association
2011
Pro Bono Service Commendation, Washington State Bar Association
2010
Pro Bono Service Commendation, Washington State Bar Association
2009
Pro Bono Service Commendation, Washington State Bar Association
2008
Pro Bono Service Commendation, Washington State Bar Association
1973
Cum Laude, University of Washington
1973
Phi Beta Kappa, Phi Beta Kappa
Work Experience
2016 - Present
Attorney/Of Counsel, Robin H. Balsam P.S.
2012 - 2013
Volunteer Legal Service Clinic, Tacoma Pierce County Bar Association
2009 - 2016
Principal, Law Office of Michael W. Howard PLLC
1996 - 2009
Principal, Law Office of Michael W. Howard, P.S.
1990 - 1995
Pro Tem Judge, Shoreline District Court
1989 - 1996
Associate, John A. Henry &Associates
1985 - 1989
Principal, Law Office of Michael W. Howard
1985 - 1986
Pro Tem Magistrate, Seattle Municipal Court
1983 - 1985
Pro Tem Judge, Seattle District Court
1983 - 1985
Pro Tem Judge, Cascade District Court
1982 - 1985
Principal, Matson & Howard
1981 - 1981
Research Assistant to General Counsel, Foss Maritime
1981 - 1982
Associate, Ogden, Ogden & Murphy
1980 - 1981
Rule 9 Intern, University District Defender Services
1980 - 1981
Traffic Court Magistrate, University of Washington
1979 - 1981
Legal Intern, Seattle Engineering Department
Associations
2014 - Present
Tacoma Pierce County Bar Association, Guardianship CommitteeMember
2011 - Present
Tacoma Pierce County Bar AssociationMember
2011 - Present
Washington State Bar Association, Elder Law SectionMember
2011 - Present
Washington State Bar Association, Real Property, Probate and Trust SectionMember
1981 - Present
Washington State Bar AssociationMember
1981 - Present
Federal Bar, Western District of Washington chapter)Member
1981 - Present
Federal Bar, Eastern District of WashingtonMember
Education
1981
University of Washington School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1973
University of Washington
BA
Languages
English