$ 125-495 per hour
PRO
Virtual Consultation Available
I love to strategize. Whether it is strategizing and redeeming frequent flyer miles for my next adventure race, or working toward a solution for clients, I always keep the bigger picture in mind. My approach is to determine what my client’s issues and needs are, in layman’s terms so they can be easily understood. Then, I use my strategizing skills to develop solutions with clients, always keeping their goals in mind.
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17 years
17 years
$ 125-495 per hour
State: Washington
Acquired: 2011
No misconduct found
State: Oregon
Acquired: 2010
No misconduct found
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Posted by Mike | June 22, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Probate
Great Experience
NW Legacy Law Center helped me after the sudden death of my father. They were kind and helpful and provided me with everything I needed. I also appreciate that I was able to do almost everything online with little need for in person meeting.
Posted by Jane | May 16, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Probate
Outstanding Lawyer!
I was an out-of-state client of Thomas Hackett’s who chose the NW Legacy Law firm to represent me after I’d read in The Columbian online newspaper about their successfully getting justice for an elderly woman whose guardian had embezzled from her. I was also convinced by the fact that the firm consis...
Posted by Gary | September 23, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Probate
Great lawyer, great staff, outstanding communications!
I went through Thomas' law firm, NW Legacy Law Center, to get through the probate process. My initial experience with another firm was most unpleasant, where communication was poor at best, and I felt they were trying very hard to extend the entire process (as in increasing their fees). With Thomas' ...
"Thomas and his team are exceptional. I will continue to refer my clients to him because I know they will take great care of them. I would highly recommend calling them when you are in need of a comprehensive estate plan."
"I have worked with Thomas in numerous matters and found is expertise and superior grasp of the subject matter to be both refreshing and a inspiring."
"I'm fortunate to have the opportunity to work for and with Thomas on Estate Planning and Settlement matters. He has an exceptional grasp of complex estate planning techniques and a commitment to clients not often seen."
"I endorse Thomas enthusiastically for his personable and knowledgeable approach with his clients. He is earnest, concise, and thorough when it comes to learning about his clients’ concerns and needs which he utilizes to ensure a customized business contract or estate plan."
"I have had the pleasure of collaborating with Thomas Hackett in many facets of our professional relationship – and know him to be an honest and skilled estate planning and asset protection attorney. Thomas genuinely cares about his client families and will go the extra mile to ensure that their needs are met and goals achieved. Thomas is an asset to the profession and I am honored to work with him."
"I endorse Thomas. He and I both belong to an estate planning organization and have evaluated several cases together. I highly recommend him."
"Thomas is the go-to guy for a young family putting together their estate plan. He is also the go-to guy for anyone putting together their estate plan, or for that matter, anyone who is carefully considering a business law issue and wants to wrap their head around possible tax consequences. Thomas is a versatile, expert legal problem solver. And he's a pretty good skier too."
"I'm a patent attorney in the Northwest and have known Thomas for a number of years. When dealing with tax, estate, and business law, I trust and recommend Thomas' expertise. Some people manage finances and businesses for their jobs; Thomas does it because he loves it. Creative, practical, and smart solutions come from people who truly care about what they're doing; Thomas delivers just that."
"I'm a lawyer down in San Diego. I have known Thomas since middle school, and have always had a very high opinion of his work ethic and ability to chop complex issues into small, bite-sized peices that anyone can understand. When my father was involved in a partnership dispute up in Vancouver, I did not hesitate to contact Thomas. Thomas understood the legal and business issues, but also understood the emotional component and did a great job hand-holding my father through resolution of the discpute. I would not hesitate to recommend Thomas to my family a second time, which is the highest recommendation I am able to give."
"I've known Thomas for a long time and I would be very comfortable hiring him if I had a legal issue in his practice area or referring my friends and family to him."
"I have had the pleasure of knowing Thomas for a couple years. He is very knowledgeable as to all estate planning, tax and estate administration issues. Even though I focus my practice in the same area, I consider Thomas to be a valuable resource when I encounter a question I can’t answer. He’s also very personable. Thomas does a wonderful job of not just looking at assets, but also at values, and incorporating all of a client’s wishes into an estate plan."
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2024
Finalist, Best of Clark County - Law Firm, The Columbian
2023
2023 Best in Business Award - Law Firm, Vancouver Business Journal
2022
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2022
2022 Best in Business Award - Law Firm, Vancouver Business Journal
2021
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2021
2021 Best in Business Award - Law Firm, Vancouver Business Journal
2020
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2020
2020 Best in Business Award - Law Firm, Vancouver Business Journal
2019
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2019
2019 Best in Business Award - Law Firm, Vancouver Business Journal
2018
2018 Best in Business Award - Law Firm, Vancouver Business Journal
2018
Outstanding Client Service for 2018, WeathCounsel PeerGroup
2018
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
2017 Best in Business Award - Law Firm, Vancouver Business Journal
2017
Attendance, WealthCounsel Symposium
2016
Attendance, WealthCounsel Symposium
2016
Client's Choice Award, AVVO
2016
2016 Best in Business Award - Law Firm, Vancouver Business Journal
2015
2015 Best in Business Award - Law Firm, Vancouver Business Journal
2015
Accomplished & Under 40, Vancouver Business Journal
2015
2015 Start-Up of the Year, Business Growth Awards, Vancouver Business Journal
2015
2015 Best of Clark County: Attorney, The Columbian
2014
2014 Best in Business Award - Law Firm, Vancouver Business Journal
2009
Honors in Law, University of Washington School of Law
2007
Robert Dodge Scholar, University of Washington School of Law
2007
Semi-Finalist, 1L Mock Trial Competition, Moot Court Honor Board, University of Washington Law School of Law
2001
Campion Scholar, Seattle University
1995
Newspaper Carrier of the Year, The Columbian
2014 - Present
President, Attorney, NW Legacy Law, P.S.
2013 - 2014
Attorney, Sussman Shank LLP
2012 - 2013
Attorney, Head of Estate Planning Group, Horenstein Law Group PLLC
2010 - 2011
Tax Attorney, HS Law Firm, P.C.
2009 - 2009
Summer Law Clerk, Davis Wright Tremaine, LLP
2008 - 2008
Judicial Extern, Supreme Court, Washington State
2017 - Present
WealthCounsel PeerGroupMentor, Member
2015 - Present
WealthCounselMember
2015 - Present
ElderCounselMember
2012 - Present
Washington State Bar Association, Real Property, Probate and Trust SectionMember
2011 - Present
Washington State Bar AssociationMember
2011 - Present
Clark County Bar AssociationMember
2010 - Present
Oregon State BarMember
2010 - Present
Oregon State Bar, Taxation SectionMember
2010 - Present
Oregon State Bar, Estate Planning and Administration SectionMember
2010 - Present
Multnomah Bar Association, Young Lawyers SectionMember
2010 - Present
Multnomah Bar AssociationMember
2013 - 2017
Vancouver Farmers Market, Board of DirectorsPresident
2008 - 2009
Washington Journal of Law, Technology & ArtsArticles Editor
Appointment of new trustee.
Sale of Company
Signed, sealed, and delivered.
Plan in place. Peace of mind for family.
Stock redeemed, former-owner now consulting.
Significant tax savings, protection of assets from creditors.
Assets gathered, creditors paid, inheritances distributed, and matter closed.
2009
JD - Juris Doctor
2003
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2002
Summer Program
N/A
2016
How Property Transfers at Death and Related Estate Planning Techniques
2015
2015
10 Threats That Could Cost Your Family a Fortune - and Their Solutions
2014
7 Threats to Your Estate Plan
2014
4 Threats to Your Estate Plan
2014
2013
Trusts 101: They're Not Just for the 1%
2013
Estate Planning Fundamentals
2012
Estate Planning for New Parents
2011
Tax Considerations in Choice of Entity Selection
2016
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Legal Answers
Can a married couple divide their real estate assets on a 50/50 basis each putting his/her half into a revocable living trust?
10 Nov 2015
My mother is claiming that money she gave me for student loan was not a gift but a loan. Does she have a case?
02 Mar 2015
Can I cash a check that is made out to me and my deceased husband?
25 Feb 2015