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Robert Charles Pittman
also known as Bob Pittman
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Using a Guidebook style approach to your estate planning, we work with you to identify your concerns and tailor a plan to keep you in control of your affairs and pass along your values, stories and wealth to your loved ones and your causes. We only work with nice people!
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Bob Pittman is an attorney in private practice in the Puget Sound area. His law practice is restricted to estate planning.
Bob has served on the Member Advisory Board of the National Network of Estate Planning Attorneys, as President of the Tacoma Estate Planning Council, and as President of the South Sound Chapter of the Society of Financial Service Professionals. Bob is a frequent speaker on estate planning issues and regularly works with individuals and families in developing their estate plans, using his Guidebook Planning Process™. Bob is a graduate of the University of Washington Law School and an advanced studies graduate of the Esperti Peterson Institute.
Bob Pittman originated and hosted Legal Line with Bob Pittman, a call-in legal advice radio talk show for CBS affiliate KIRO Radioin Seattle, Washington, for many years. For his work on the air, Bob received the Consumer and the Law Journalism Award from the Washington State Trial Lawyers Association, was honored by the Washington State Supreme Court in a special Court Resolution, and received the Excellence in Legal Journalism Award from the Washington State Bar Association.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Estate Planning
80%
35 years
Trusts
10%
35 years
Power of Attorney
5%
35 years
Wills and Living Wills
5%
35 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Alaska for 11 years
State: Alaska
Acquired: 2014
No misconduct found
Licensed in Washington for 46 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 1979
No misconduct found
Location
Law Office of Robert C. Pittman
1019 Regents Blvd Suite 201, Fircrest, WA, 98466-6037
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Robert Charles Pittman's Reviews
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Posted by Timothy | January 10, 2018 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
A TEUST TO DIE FOR
Robert Pittman has been exemplary in the consultation, drafting and finalizing of our trusts. He offered expert council during the process. He addressed the issue of tax consequences and its impact on the trust. He and Diane have been extremely timely, thorough and caring, even exhibiting a since of ...
Posted by anonymous | February 11, 2013
Excellent Customer Service
Mr. Pittman met with my daughter and I regarding estate planning issues. He was incredibly thorough and patient, and he explained everything in a way that was easy to understand. Even though it was the Friday before the Christmas holiday weekend, he never made us feel rushed and never pressured us to...
Posted by Mike | May 21, 2012
Outstanding Attorney
Bob helped us understand the very confusing world of trusts, wills, and estate planning. He is a great listener and is knowledgable, gentle and has a time-tested wisdom. He is very prompt and thorough. I would highly recommend Bob to friends, family and others.
Posted by Bob | August 11, 2011
A Customer;s Viewpoint
I have had the pleasure of working with Bob in preparing wills for my wife and me and in developing a trust. He is extremely easy to work with and I think his work is outstanding. I believe he really cares for his clients.
Posted by anonymous | November 8, 2010
Scott
My husband and I saw Mr. Pittman today for estate planning advice. We were under the impression that we needed a completely new trust, but Mr Pittman told us that we just needed a make a few small changes. He could have sold us a new trust but was very honest with us. We will definitely use him an...
Robert Charles Pittman's Lawyer Endorsements
"I have known Bob for over two decades years when we both joined the National Network of Estate Planning Attorneys in 1993. Bob has consistently impressed me with not only his technical mastery of advanced estate tax planning techniques, but also the caring manner in which he counsels his clients. Bob is a wonderful counselor who takes the time to get to know each and every client so he can provide customized recommendations to help his clients build an estate plan that meets their specific goals and objectives. I have worked with Bob in a number of professional capacities through the National Network of Estate Planning Attorneys and have been most impressed with his ability to sort through the details to identify the "big picture" issues. I wholeheartedly endorse my friend and colleague Bob Pittman."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Bob for years. He is both very knowledgeable and easy to work with. He does an excellent job for clients."
"I have known Bob for years as a fellow member of the National Network of Estate Planning Attorneys, and as a fellow member of the Network's Advisory Board. Bob is a thoughtful and insightful friend and colleague who cares about his clients and their families. I know Bob to have the highest level of integrity, He is a respected leader among his peers. I give him my strongest endorsement."
"I endorse this lawyer's experience and approach. Bob and I have known each other for years working on the National Network of Estate Planning Attorneys. Bob is very knowledgeable but also down-to-earth and caring."
"I endorse this lawyer's work without reservation. Bob has a tremendous work ethic and an engaging personality. I was fortunate enough to work with him on a matter in the past, and was very satisfied with his abilities and professionalism."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. I have worked with Bob on a number of occasions in the area of estate planning and representation of beneficiaries in probate matters. I have referred to him people I care about because, among other things, he is a nice person and an outstanding lawyer. Bob knows the law, is smart, reasonable and has a practical side that gets things done. Bob is comfortable to be around. He is great with the elderly who need reassurance. He is an excellent communicator. I highly recommend this lawyer."
"I highly endorse this lawyer's work! Over the years I have been listening to Bob Pittman's Sunday morning's 770 AM radio talk show (at 9 to 11am) and impressed with his dedication to support consumers receiving excellent and accessible legal informaiton. His views are a breath of fresh air. Go listen to him!"
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Experience
Honors
2017
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
Five Star Estate Planning Attorney, Seattle Magazine
2006
President's Volunteer Service Award, President's Council on Service and Civic Participation
2001
Excellence in Legal Journalism Award, Washington State Bar Association
2000
Court Resolution honoring Bob Pittman for radio work, Washington State Supreme Court
1994
Consumer and the Law Journalism Award, Washington State Trial Lawyers Association
Work Experience
2008 - Present
President, Legal Line Educational Foundation
2000 - Present
Managing Member, Legal Line Productions, LLC
1989 - Present
Attorney, Law Office of Robert C. Pittman
1991 - 2008
Radio Talk Show Host, CBS Affiliate-KIRO/KTTH Radio Seattle
1983 - 1989
General Counsel, Pacific Bldg Corp/Flemming Corp
1982 - 1983
, BA Mortgage
1981 - 1982
, Robert A. McNeil Corp
1979 - 1980
Attorney, Law Office of Robert C. Pittman
Associations
2015 - Present
Greater Tacoma Community FoundationBoard of Directors
1991 - Present
Tacoma Estate Planning CouncilMember
1979 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
1979 - Present
American Bar Association Real Property, Probate and Trust SectionMember
1979 - Present
Washington State Bar Association, Real Property, Probate and Trust SectionMember
2010 - 2019
lawforwa.orgBoard of Directors
2009 - 2012
Whatcom County Sheriff's Office Support FoundationBoard of Directors
2008 - 2009
Society of Financial Service ProfessionalsPresident
2008 - 2013
Council on Public Legal EducationMember
2007 - 2008
Tacoma Estate Planning CouncilPresident
2005 - 2015
Society of Financial Service ProfessionalsMember
2004 - 2010
National Network of Estate Planning AttorneysAdvisory Board
1993 - 2017
National Network of Estate Planning AttorneysMember
Education
2017
American College
Chartered Advisor in Philanthropy
2015
American Bar Association
Certificate of Completion
2000
Esperti Peterson Institute
Advanced Wealth Strategist Planner
1979
University of Washington School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1975
University of Puget Sound
BA
Speaking Engagements
2017
South Sound Planned Giving Council Meeting
Gifts of Real Estate
2017
Legacy Society University of Puget Sound
Estate Planning with Real Estate
2016
Lacey Sunrise Lions
Charitable Planning Options
2016
Aging Options Radio Program
High Net Worth Planning Options
2015
University of Puget Sound
Estate Planning
2014
Annual Tax Seminar
Estate Tax Update
2014
Aging Options Radio Broadcast
Asset Protection for All
2013
South Sound Planned Giving Council Meeting
Use of Revocable Living Trusts
2013
South Sound Philanthropy Summit
Common Ethical Dilemmas
2013
Real Estate Today Radio Broadcast
How Best to Leave Property to your Friends and Family
2013
Harborstone Credit Union Workshop
Understanding Estate Planning
2012
Spring Collegium
Ethics of Cloud Computing
2012
Special Needs Trusts Seminar
Special Needs Trusts
2012
Real Estate Today Radio Broadcast 97.3 KIRO
When to consider a Trust
2012
Puget Sound Chapter Meeting
Estate Planning for Investors
2012
NAIFA Snohomish General Meeting
2012 Estate Planning Update
2011
Real Estate Today Radio Broadcast 97.3 KIRO
Real Estate and Trusts
2011
North Sound Development Assoc Meeting
Demystifying the Legal End of Planned Giving
2011
Estate Planning Council
New Estate Tax Law
2011
Continuing Education
Insurance Planning in 2012
2011
Aging Options Radio Broadcast 770 KTTH
New Estate Tax Law
2011
47th Semi-Annual Estate Planning Collegium
Ethics
2010
Society of Financial Service Professionals Section Meeting
Advanced Planning Issues and Opportunities
2010
Franciscan Foundation Workshop
Basics of Estate Planning
2010
ALS Support Group
Estate Planning
2010
20th Annual Continuing Education Seminar
Advanced Planning Issues and Opportunities
2009
NAIFA Tacoma
Choice of Business Entity
2009
Estate Planning For Pets
estate planning for pets
2008
NAIFA State Convention
Estate Tax and Life Insurance
2008
NAIFA Aberdeen
Estate Tax and Life Insurance
2007
Zymo Genetics Workshop
Estate Planning
2007
Swedish Hospital Workshop
Estate Planning
2007
Real Estate Today Radio Broadcast
Real Estate Law Q&A
2007
Northwest Trust Conference
Trust Protectors
2007
Multi-Service Center Annual Event - MC
Annual Giving Event
2007
Legal Line Weekly Radio Broadcast
General Legal Matters Q&A
2007
Kent Financial Fair
Estate Planning
2007
Edward Jones Trust Company
Working with an Estate Planning Attorney
2007
Edward Jones National Broadcast
Create a Legacy for Future Generations
2007
Adobe Seminar
Estate Planning
2006
Washington State Paralegal Association
Trust Planning and Estate Taxes
2006
My Home Town television segment
Neighbor Law
2006
Multi-Service Center Annual Event - MC
Annual Giving Event
2006
Fred Oldfield Western Heritage Center
Golden West Radio Hour guest appearance
2006
Estate Planning for Tree Farm Owners
Estate Planning for Tree Farm Owners
2006
Equal Justice Open House
Equal Justice
2006
Edward Jones Centralia Cont Ed Conference
Trusts in Estate Planning
2005
Financial Services Forum
Washington State Estate Tax
2005
Equal Justice Open House
Equal Justice
2002
Senior Lawyer CLE Seminar
Revocable Living Trusts
1994
Adventures of Harry Nile - Radio Drama
The Candlewick Particle
1994
Adventures of Harry Nile - Radio Drama
Murphy: Wanted for Murder
1991
Legal Line Weekly Radio Broadcast (1991-2008)
General Legal Matters Q&A
Publications
2001
King County Journal Newspapers
A Chief Justice in Everyday Clothing
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers