Douglas N Kiger

Douglas N Kiger

also known as Doug Kiger

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 29 years

Government Lawyer at Olympia, WA
Practice Areas: Government

1206 Quince Street SE, Olympia, WA

This attorney is currently not accepting new clients.
Reason: Government Attorney

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Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 29 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 1996

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Washington Administrative Office of the Courts

1206 Quince Street SE, Olympia, WA, 98504

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Douglas N Kiger's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

29 Client Reviews

Showing 6 - 10 of 10 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by Sue | September 09, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate

Extremely professional, honest and fair

Since I moved to the Tacoma area in 2011, Doug Kiger has helped me with a variety of matters, including: real estate remodeling contract problems; real estate purchase contract reviews; suing for fraud related to a personal loan agreement; and also rewriting my Will. He is very bright and competent, ...also possessing delightful measures of modesty and good humor. He has advised me well on numerous occasions, even when recommending that I not pursue a path I was considering. I could not be more pleased with his assistance, and the other people in his office are also very helpful and friendly. I feel lucky to be represented by Doug Kiger, an attorney with very high integrity.

Posted by Mary Beth | May 14, 2014 | Child Custody

Great attorney!!

I hired Mr. Kiger to help me with a pretty heated child custody case. He did a really great job and because of him I have shared custody with my daughter. He is a great attorney, very well mannered and not one of those low class attorneys. I'm sure I will be using his services a lot.

Posted by Harold | May 17, 2013 | Corporate & Incorporation

Doug Kiger was all that I hoped for when I needed an attorney.

Mr. Kiger was my agent when I formed a corporation many years ago. Recently, I needed to consult him on several business matters (3 suits for breech, and to challenge a bankruptcy). He performed as I hoped and I have great respect for his abilities. He is mild mannered, efficient, and professional....

Posted by Benno | April 04, 2010 | Debt Collection

President, HOA

I use Mr. Kiger for legal advice and to deal with homeowners who are in arrears with their HOA Dues. His office handles everything from filing liens to sending collection letters and all other legal matters including foreclosures. Mr. Kiger has been our lawyer for over 10 years and we have no intent...ion to look for someone else.

Posted by Raymond Lavine - Wurlitzer Manor Properties, LLC | February 15, 2010 | Real Estate

Raymond Lavine appreciates the legal services of Doug Kiger

Doug and I became acquainted when he provided legal services with a high value real estate purchase. Along with this he assisted us with other legal details associated with this purchase. We have since purchased other real estate with his legal experitse. Doug has provided legal advise and... service with business issues; estate planning; and real estate land issues providing legal advise and legal documents. He has been competent; informed; and without the typical lawyer hurbris. He works with clients and is not pretentious; condescending; and dismissive.

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Douglas N Kiger's Lawyer Endorsements

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Linda Lysne

Real estate lawyer | Apr 06

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Nicole Bolan

Real estate lawyer | Aug 18

Relationship: Co-worker

"I have worked with Doug since 2004. Doug is honest, straightforward and practices with absolute integrity. He is organized, well prepared, and provides excellent representation for his clients. Not only that, he is a pleasure to work with and be around. A client simply cannot go wrong by choosing Doug."

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Heather Swann

Family lawyer | Apr 28

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Terrence Moore

Probate lawyer | Jun 09

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Very good attorney. I referred a client to him and he handled my client's case "top notch"."

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Clinton Wilcox

Unknown lawyer | May 29

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I worked for Doug for two years. He is smart, sharp, and very competent, and delivers excellent representation for his clients."

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Richard Patrick

Contracts and agreements lawyer | Dec 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have worked across the table from Mr. Kiger. He is professional and an excellent advocate for his clients. I endorse this lawyer."

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Daniel Cook

Family lawyer | Sep 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Waddington

Family lawyer | Nov 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jessica Shinego

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Linda Lysne

Elder law lawyer

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Clinton Wilcox

Probate lawyer

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Jonathan Blado

Real estate lawyer

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Nicole Bolan

Family lawyer

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Nathan Sukhia

Real estate lawyer

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Kristal Cowger

Personal injury lawyer

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David Leen

Real estate lawyer

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Daniel Cook

Divorce and separation lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2023

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2021

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2015

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

1994

American Jurisprudence Award for Legal Writing, Lawyers Cooperative Publishing

1993

Colwell Prize in American Government, University of Redlands

Work Experience

2024 - Present

Manager, Washington Administrative Office of the Courts

2023 - 2024

Senior Legal Analyst, Administrative Office Of The Courts

2011 - 2023

Volunteer Mediator and Settlement Conference Attorney, Pierce County Center For Dispute Resolution

2010 - 2023

Arbitrator, Pierce County Superior Court Panel of Arbitrators

2002 - 2023

Partner, Blado Kiger Bolan, P.S.

1997 - 2002

Associate, Blado Stratton, P.S.

1995 - 1997

Rule 9 Intern/Contract Attorney, Law Office of Franklin L. Dacca

Associations

1996 - Present

Washington State Bar Association

Member

2011 - 2024

Washington State Bar Association, Real Property, Probate and Trust Section

Member

2007 - 2012

Legal OnRamp.com

Member

2005 - 2024

Business Law Section, WSBA

Member

2000 - 2002

WYLD WSBA Legislative Committee

Committee Member

1997 - 2024

Tacoma Pierce County Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

In re Adoption of AWA

Court of appeals held the trial court erred by not considering best interest of the child before making its decision..

Albice v. Premier Mortgage Services

Reversed trial court and set aside a procedurally deficient foreclosure sale.

Estates of Palmer v. World Gospel Mission

Successfully defeated challenge to terms in trust.

In re the Estate of Burks

Obtained reversal of trial court decision.

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Education

1996

Seattle University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1993

University of Redlands

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2021

The Probate Process from Start to Finish Final Accounting and Closing the Estate

2021

The Probate Process from Start to Finish Sale of Property and Distributions

2015

Estate Administration from Start to Finish

Distribution and Closing of the Estate

2013

Estate Administration Procedures: Why Each Step is Important

Being Thorough to Close the Estate Without a Hitch

2012

Business Contracts A to Z Breach of Contract

2011

Estate Administration Procedures: Why Each Step is Important

Being Thorough to Close the Estate Without a Hitch

2009

Sophisticated Probate Strategies Maintaining an Ethical Practice

2009

2009

Fundamental Probate Procedures and Practice Closing the Estate

2008

Oddities and Challenges in Probate Law

Overcoming Liabilities Challenges and Managing Distributions

Publications

2010

NBI Probate Court Judicial Forum - CLE Materials Overcoming Liabilities Issues

2007

Legal OnRamp.com Frequently Asked Questions:Washington Construction Law

Languages

English

Activity

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