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Douglas N Kiger
also known as Doug Kiger
About Douglas
Biography
Manager of the Office of Legal Services and Appellate Court Support at Washington Administrative Office of the Courts.
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Licensed in Washington for 29 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 1996
No misconduct found
Location
Washington Administrative Office of the Courts
1206 Quince Street SE, Olympia, WA, 98504
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Practice Areas
Real Estate (9)
Lawsuits & Disputes (6)
Wills & Living Wills (4)
Estate Planning (3)
Business (2)
Family (2)
Residential (2)
Bankruptcy & Debt (1)
Child Custody (1)
Contracts & Agreements (1)
Corporate & Incorporation (1)
Debt Collection (1)
Debt Settlement (1)
Foreclosure (1)
Life Insurance (1)
Power Of Attorney (1)
Showing 1 - 2 of 2 reviews | Communication Style
Posted by Lisa | March 03, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Wills & Living Wills
Excellent
Mr. Kiger listened, asked questions, and was thorough in helping us create our will. He was professional, but kind and showed understanding. The front desk person, Kathleen, was very helpful too. I’ve already referred someone to him!
Posted by Chris | April 04, 2016 | Contracts & Agreements
Physician Contract Consultation
He met with me within 24hrs of contact and had already reviewed my contract extensively, he even researched who had originally made the contract. Thorough, focused and able to explain my contract in the most basic terms. I have already recommended him to 3 colleagues in similar positions and have onl...
Douglas N Kiger's Lawyer Endorsements
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"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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"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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Experience
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 AssociationMember
2011 - 2024
Washington State Bar Association, Real Property, Probate and Trust SectionMember
2007 - 2012
Legal OnRamp.comMember
2005 - 2024
Business Law Section, WSBAMember
2000 - 2002
WYLD WSBA Legislative CommitteeCommittee Member
1997 - 2024
Tacoma Pierce County Bar AssociationMember
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.
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
Sophisticated Probate Strategies
Handling Claims Against the Estate and Insolvency Issues
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
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Dad died, Step Mom says no will. Are his children entitled to inheritance?
17 Nov 2015
Q&A
Are the witness needed in probate court to proof the signature of tester?
19 May 2015
Q&A
If the corner of my house sits on the property line does the boundary line automatically default to 6 ft. away?
18 Aug 2014