Thomas Jay Westbrook

Thomas Jay Westbrook

5.0
Rating: 6.7

Licensed for 52 years

Business Lawyer at Olympia, WA
Practice Areas: Business, Estate Planning, Land Use & Zoning, Probate

324 West Bay Drive NW, Suite 201, Olympia, WA

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2001
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About Thomas

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Business 40%

Entity selection, creation and set up; regulatory compliance; purchase and sale transactions; business transition plans in closely held family business; preparation and negotiation of business contracts; business plans and financial pro forma drafting and presentation to lenders; negotiating business deals and loans; resolving and litigating management or ownership disputes; basic taxation issues.

40%
Estate Planning 25%

Preparing estate plans; drafting Wills, Trusts, Durable Power of Attorneys and Health Care Directives; Tax driven estate planning to minimize or eliminate inheritance tax; Special understanding related to small business ownership, land and timber ownership.

25%
Land Use and Zoning 20%

Regulatory compliance; Subdivision Permitting and litigation; transactional real estate; boundary and property ownership disputes; easements; timberland and forestry management issues.

20%
Probate 15%

Probating Wills and Intestate estates; probate dispute resolution and litigation.

15%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 250-350 per hour

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 52 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 1973

Active

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2001

Location

Rodgers, Kee & Card, P.S.

324 West Bay Drive NW, Suite 201, Olympia, WA, 98502

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Thomas Jay Westbrook's Reviews

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5 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | April 30, 2013

If you want an attorney that is knowlegeable and cares about his clients - Hire Mr. Westbrook

While expected and unexpected events happen in a person's life, I would not consider any other attorney other than Thomas Westbrook in the Thurston County area. I have used Thomas Westbrook for expected events, such as estate planning and real estate related matters,as well as unexpected things that... I may encounter in business and life's challenges. Mr. Westbrook has a lifetime of real world experience and the proven track record that I can rely upon. Recently, Mr. Westbrook helped me to negotiate a complicated business settlement with a very litigious adversary and based upon his sound advice and his attention to detail, we successfully completed the transaction with favorable results for everyone. THE BOTTOM LINE: People want an attorney that can prepare them to handle varies challenges or to avoid the challenge all together. When I hire Mr. Westbrook I know I am receiving the best possible advise and action for me. If you want an attorney that keeps you informed, cares about his clients needs and will take the time to explain and prepare you with the attention that is needed in legal issues, Call him first!!

Posted by Jason | July 9, 2010

Excellent Attorney

My wife contacted Mr Westbrook while I was deployed concerning a business purchase we had made. He instantly made my wife feel at ease. He always conducted himself in a professional manner, even with the depositions of the other party. He always responded to our concerns promptly, which helped rel...ieve some of our anxiety. We relied on his advice heavily during our case. He was always honest and upfront with us during our case. He explained all the options we had to choose from. He did an excellent job bringing our case to a settlement. We would recommend his services and still use him today.

Posted by Dyan | July 9, 2010

You are in good hands with Tom.

It's not always fun when you find yourself in need of a lawyer but, when you have the resources that Tom Westbrook brings to the table, you know that you are in good hands. Not only is Tom professional but, he has a great sense of humor and when you are in the midst of legal throes, it's a great com...fort to know that he's got your back. Tom always keeps me informed and tells me the truth, good or bad. It's a refreshing relief to be able to put yourself in his hands and know that he is doing everything in your best interest. I would recommend Tom, and I do, to anyone looking for a reputable, honest and dependable attorney. It's not an oxymoron anymore! Call him, you will be glad that you did.

Posted by John | July 2, 2010

Review of Thomas Westbrook

I have known Tom for over 20 years. He is a fine attorney.

Posted by Doug | June 28, 2010

Review of Attorney Tom Westbrook

Tom has been very thorough, knowledgeable and of great help to us with issues concerning our corporation. I would recommed him highly

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Thomas Jay Westbrook's Lawyer Endorsements

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Kendall Jennings

Estate planning lawyer | Jul 04

Relationship: Friend

"I endorse this lawyer's work. Avvo's rating of this lawyer is incorrect. It is based on circumstances that were personal and not client related. He is a member in good standing with the Washington State Bar Association and is well respected by his peers. His honesty and integrity are beyond reproach. He represents his clients with the highest degree of regard and professionalism. If Avvo is to be a service to potential clients, it should adopt a higher degree of concern in the manner which it represents, or in this case misrepresents, the qualification of lawyers."

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John Rizzardi

Business lawyer | Jul 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I fully endorse Tom. I have been practicing in Washington for over 30 years and I have known Tom for about 20 years. I am familiar with his misconduct issue and I have every reason to assure potential clients or referring attorneys that his integrity and skills are without question. If you would like to discuss Tom, you can call me at 206 587-0700."

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Kendall Jennings

Litigation lawyer

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John Morgan

General practice lawyer

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John Rizzardi

Chapter 11 bankruptcy lawyer

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Laura Murphy

Family lawyer

Experience

Rating:  6.7 (Good)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2001.

Suspension issued in WA, 2001

updated on 07/02/2010

This means the attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.

Thomas’s comment:

“If you are concerned about my suspension, it was not as a result of anything to do with my practice of law. Please call John Rizzardi at the phone number in his endorsement of me to learn more. I can assure you of the highest level of professionalism, ethics and passionate representation.”

Honors

2005

Outstanding Service and Appreciation, Yelm Chamber of Commerce

1992

State of Washington Certificate of Appreciation, Governor Booth Gardner

1982

Outstanding Service and Leadership, Northwest Forest Products Association

Work Experience

2005 - Present

Member/Manager, Thomas J. Westbrook, PLLC

2000 - Present

President/CEO, W3Net, Ltd

1991 - 1998

President & Owner, Thomas J. Westbrook, P.C.

1986 - 1989

CEO, The Evergreen Partnership

1979 - 1996

President & Owner, Black Hills Cattle & Timber Co.

1973 - 1978

Partner, Jennings, Westbrook, Elllis & Hale, PS

Associations

2005 - Present

Open Network for Commerce Exchange (ONCE)

Chairman

Education

1972

Willamette University College of Law

Juris Doctorate

1969

University of Oregon

Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

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