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About Charles
Biography
What I Believe
- Every client matters. Legal services are personal services, and every relationship matters.
- Simple is better. The law can be complicated. My job is to demystify it and communicate clearly.
- Change is good. Change happens every day, so let's embrace it and adapt to its challenges and opportunities.
- Technology is our friend. I use it to reduce costs and improve client serviceI believe in helping you efficiently and affordably.
I don’t charge for routine phone calls, and I don’t charge to read or answer my e-mail. I speak English and not “legalese.” I try to maintain a casual style, and I strive to provide practical advice and fair value in exchange for the fees that I charge
Business Planning Services
I advise clients on a broad range of transactional matters. I help them select the best form entity for doing business. I also assist clients in structuring, negotiating and documenting the terms of business arrangements necessary for the ongoing operation and expansion of their businesses. I have extensive experience in negotiating and drafting asic corporate documents and LLC operating agreements, distribution agreements, employment agreements and shareholder agreements.
Charitable Organizations
My passion for and commitment to the nonprofit community in the South Puget Sound allows me to bring unique value to tax-exempt organizations. I provide advice on issues arising in all phases of a charity's life cycle, including the preparation and filing of the application for recognition as a tax-exempt organization. I also advise on the full range of matters involving daily operations, from fundraising to sponsorship agreements to employment matters. I also assist with structuring transactions and alliances with other organizations.
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Licensed in Washington for 35 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 1990
No misconduct found
Location
Dille Law, PLLC
1800 Cooper Point Road SW Bldg. 11, Olympia, WA, 98502
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Charles Wayne Dent's Reviews
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Posted by Tom & Nola | May 19, 2020 | Hired Attorney
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retired accountant
My husband and I hired Charlie to help us with our estate planning. Charlie exceeded our expectations in many ways . He is an excellent communicator with a respectful , approachable style . He took time to carefully answer all of our questions and concerns all for a very reasonable fee. I have alrea...
Posted by Stephanie E. | March 30, 2018 | Hired Attorney
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THE VERY BEST!
Charlie assisted my Brother & I with settling our Mother’s estate. He was caring, professional, and made the whole experience so easy. I couldn’t be more grateful! He is knowledgeable and trustworthy and you can be rest assured you are in good hands. Highly recommend!
Posted by Gigi | January 18, 2018 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Go to Guy for Practical, Professional, Friendly Work
Our favorite, awesome attorney, Gary Connett, recommended Charlie to advise us in writing a contract. Charlie exceeded expectations. Somehow he was able to take all our competing perspectives to heart and produce a set of legal documents that are serving us well.
Posted by julieiwright | February 24, 2015
Best Attorney in Washington!
Charlie Dent has been our business attorney for years. I've worked with many attorneys during my tenure and Charlie has to be one of the best. Extremely timely responding, accurate, thorough, just great! I highly recommend!
Posted by Travis | March 25, 2014
Excellent Choice For Your Estate Planning
My wife and I were referred to Charlie by a friend a little over 5 years ago and we asked him to help us prepare all of our estate planning documents. As parents of young children it is important to us to know that there is a plan for them should anything happen to us. When we added another child to ...
Charles Wayne Dent's Lawyer Endorsements
"I have had the opportunitly worked with Charlie on more than one occasion and he is responsive, thoughtful and takes a very practical approach to finding a solution. I would not hesitate to send my client to Charlie as they would be in very good hands."
"I endorse this lawyer. Charlie is a top notch business lawyer. He has a firm grasp on all the technical issues and has the personality to make the client feel comfortable and explain things clearly in plain English. I would not hesitate to refer a client to Charlie. He also focuses on real estate, estate planning and helping non profits. I know he has done a great job helping some local non profits."
"I have had the privilege of working with Charlie Dent on several client matters. He has helped a number of my estate planning clients who needed creative and skilled corporate and general business counsel. Each time I referred a client to Charlie the client thanked me for connecting them with Charlie. When we have collaborated on client matters, his experience based skill set and problem solving have always worked to the client's advantage. It is a genuine pleasure to work with Charlie and I strongly endorse him for his legal work."
"I absolutely endorse Charles Dent. I have known him for many years in both a professional and personal capacity. Charlie is an outstanding attorney with a diverse array of experience in business, real estate, estate planning, compensation and other matters. Charlie brings an excellent balance of technical knowledge along with real-world practical application of the law. And not to mention, he’s just a fun guy to spend time with!"
"Charlie does great work for his clients and knows his practice areas like no one else. I recommend him to anyone."
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Experience
Honors
2010
Best Legal, Crown in Town
Work Experience
2002 - Present
Attorney, Law Office of Charlie Dent
2000 - 2002
General Counsel, Network Commerce, Inc.
1997 - 2000
Attorney, T & W Financial Corp
1994 - 1997
Associate, Foster Pepper & Shefelmann
Associations
2013 - Present
Washington Lawyers for the Arts
2018 - 2019
Nourish Pierce CountyBoard Member
2013 - 2015
Puget Sound Honor FlightBoard Member
2012 - 2015
Ted Brown Music OutreachBoard Member
2007 - 2011
Washington Premier F.C.Former President
2005 - 2007
Washington Premier F.C.Board of Directors
2003 - 2005
F.C. UnitedBoard of Directors
1996 - 1997
Puyallup Fair FoundationBoard Member
1992 - 1994
Good Samaritan Hospital Mental HealthBoard Member
Sample of Legal Cases
Vance Lift Truck Service, Inc.
Sale of Assets
Western Integrated Technologies, Inc.
Asset Acquisition
Washington State Fair
Incorporation of Foundation
Education
1991
New York University
LLM - Taxation
1990
Seattle University
JD - Juris Doctor
1984
Centenary College
B.A.
Speaking Engagements
2004
In-House Education
Basic Principles and Current Developments in Section 1031 Exchanges
2003
Annual Meeting
Employees vs. Independent Contractors
Publications
2014
Maurice the Fish Records
Practical Advice on Protecting Your Copyright
2010
Firm Website
Planning Considerations in the Sale of a Closely-Held Business
2007
Firm Website
Key Concepts of Doing Business as a Limited Liability Company
2006
Firm Website
A Primer for Trustees
2005
Firm Website
Limited Liability Company Basics
2005
Firm Website
The New State of Washington Estate Tax
2004
Firm Website
Effect of HIPAA Rules on Estate Planning
2004
WSTC Newsletter
IRS Offers New Roadmaps for Charities and Individuals for Automobile Donations
2003
Firm Website
Advanced Domain and Trademark Issues
Languages
English