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Avvo Rating9.7
  • Spokane, WA
  • Licensed for 6 years
Christal S. Lam
Christal S. Lam
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About Christal

You have business. We handle it.

Christal Lam is the Founder and Managing Attorney of Spokane Business Attorneys. The law firm helps business owners have more fun, make more money, and stay out of trouble as they build and grow their businesses. By combining business and legal advice into a single strategy, Christal helps clients build their legacies and have the peace of mind of knowing that they are protected. She is driven to teach business owners about the legal side of their business and provide them with the structure they require in order to thrive. Christal lives in Spokane, Washington and loves to ski and snowboard.

Practice areas

OtherContracts and agreementsCommercial real estateCorporate and incorporationBusiness
  1. Business: 35%

    We help businesses with anything they need. If you have a business and have questions about anything related to the business, we can help you ourselves or point you in the right direction.

  2. Corporate and incorporation: 15%

    Are you ready to start a business? If so, make sure you're doing things the right way from the beginning. We can help you choose the right entity, get registered with the State, and help you lay a solid foundation.

  3. Commercial real estate: 10%

    Commercial real estate deals can be complicated. There are often many parties involved and managing all of the moving parts can be a lot to handle. Let us make your purchase or sale of commercial real estate as smooth as possible.

  4. Contracts and agreements: 10%

    If you're dealing with clients, vendors, leases, employees, independent contractors, buying or selling a business, or making any sort of deal, you need to make sure someone is protecting you and your business.

  1. Mergers and acquisitions: 10%

    Ready to sell your business? Make sure you get top dollar! Are you ready to buy a business? Let us protect you. There's a lot more than goes into a business purchase or sale than most people think. We can guide and advise you through the process!

  2. Limited liability company (LLC): 10%

    If you're ready to start a business, an LLC may be the right choice. We help you make the right decision and then make sure you're properly advised.

  3. Employment and labor: 5%

    If you have employees or are thinking about hiring employees, it's important to make sure you have contracts, handbooks, policies, and procedures in place.

  4. Speeding and traffic ticket: 5%

    We know you have places to be. There's no reason to let one speeding ticket negatively impact your insurance! We help protect your driving record. We've helped hundreds of drivers (business people, parents, kids) and we can probably help you too.

Languages spoken

English

Contact

421 W Riverside Ave, Suite 1000
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Spokane Business Attorneys

421 W Riverside Ave, Suite 1000
Spokane, WA, 99201

Office (509) 818-3350
Fax (509) 319-2501

Website

https://SpokaneBusinessAttorneys.com

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Resume

License
StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
IDAuthorized to practice law201411/01/2019
WAActive201311/05/2019
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
Avvo Contributions
Legal answers36
Legal guides0
Awards
Award nameGrantorDate granted
2018 Client's Choice AwardAvvo2018
2017 Client's Choice AwardAvvo2017
2016 Client's Choice AwardAvvo2016
Supreme Court Pro Bono Publico Honor RollWashington State Bar Association2015
Supreme Court Pro Bono Publico Honor RollWashington State Bar Association2014
Dean’s Platinum Pro Bono DistinctionGonzaga University School of Law2013
Work Experience
TitleCompany nameDuration
Founder and Managing AttorneySpokane Business Attorneys2017 - Present
Managing AttorneyKairos Law2015 - Present
Associate AttorneyC&A Law2013 - 2015
Rule 9 Law ClerkWashington State Attorney General2012 - 2013
Legal InternUnemployment Law Project2011 - 2012
Associations
Association namePosition nameDuration
Washington Women Lawyers (Spokane County chapter)Member2018 - Present
Idaho State BarMember2014 - Present
Spokane County Bar AssociationMember2013 - Present
Washington State Bar AssociationMember2013 - Present
Washington Defender's AssociationMember2014 - 2015
Publications
Publication nameTitleDate
Spokane Coeur d' Alene LivingAre You Ready to Sell Your Business?2017
Kairos Law10 Ways to Avoid Destroying Your Business2015
Gonzaga Law ReviewTechnical Editor2012
Gonzaga Law ReviewAssociate2011
Education
School nameDegreeGraduated
Gonzaga University School of LawJD - Juris Doctor2013
Biola UniversityBA - Bachelor of Arts2010
Speaking Engagements
Conference nameTitleDate
Spokane County Bar Association, Solo & Small Practice SectionScheduling for Sanity: Using Your Calendar to Get Your Life Back2018
Starting a BusinessContract Basics for a Small Business Owner2017
Starting a BusinessChoosing the Right Business Entity2017
Pre-Law DayBefore and After Law School2016
How to Start a BusinessStarting a Business2016
From Dream to RealityForming Your Business2016
Dream BuilderLegal Entities for Your Business2016
2016 Inland Northwest Fair Housing ConferenceFair Housing, Reasonable Accommodations, and Service Animals2016
Starting Your BusinessAvoiding Legal Pitfalls2015
Small Business BootcampChoosing the Right Business Entity2015
Legal cases
Case nameOutcome
WA v. N.T.Dismissed
Fair Housing CaseResolved

Reviews

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Review Christal Lam

Tenacious and willing to go the extra mile!

Posted by JudyFri Aug 10 2018

My husband and I contacted Christal after she came highly recommended by another attorney. Once we spoke with her, we knew it was the right decision to hire her. We were a little hesitant about the cost but we believed in her. Christal was quick, attentive, and honest. Even though she’s young, she knows her stuff. She understood our needs and had the tenacity to fight on our behalf even with the cards stacked against us. She was so patient with us and our difficult case. She explained things to us and helped us understand everything. Without a doubt, I would tell anyone who needs an attorney to call Christal. She’s completely worth it!
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Sara Khaki, Divorce and separation Attorney on Sep 26, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Christal is an outstanding lawyer and business professional. She is truly able help her clients reach their business goals and protect them from liabilities. She is a great "out of the box" thinker that truly gets to know her clients and their unique needs and goals. She is a a champion for the business owner who does not have the time to mess with legal issues while they are building their business. I would highly recommend Christal to anyone who needs the best possible business law representation!

Aaron Dunham, Litigation Attorney on Jul 21, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Christal is intelligent and clearly loves the practice of the law. She definitely is a good listener and will hear out your problems; while thinking about solutions.

Clare Corado, Immigration Attorney on Jun 24, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Christal is the perfect lawyer for any business owner who needs solid advice but doesn't feel comfortable with the stereotypical uptight corporate attorney.

Denisa Buljubasic, Landlord or tenant Attorney on May 13, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer.

Randi Johnson, Social security Attorney on Apr 19, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer. Christal is bright, creative, and well-spoken. She will go the extra mile to make sure Clients understand their Matter. Christal really cares and shows it by taking the time to cultivate lasting relationships with her Clients.

Matthew Maddox, Personal injury Attorney on Apr 19, 2016
Relationship: Co-worker

Attorney Lam is a very conscientious and diligent practitioner. I have found her approach to advising her clients to be both compassionate and imaginative.

Jennifer Armstrong, Divorce and separation Attorney on Apr 18, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

ChristaI is knowledgable and a zealous advocate for her clients. I endorse this lawyer.

Christina Williams, DUI and DWI Attorney on Apr 18, 2016
Relationship: Other

I endorse this lawyer. Chrystal is dedicated to helping her clients and goes the extra mile to provide highly valuable legal services.

Paul Youngblood, Family Attorney on Mar 6, 2016
Relationship: Worked together on matter

I endorse this lawyer. You will be hard pressed to find a lawyer who cares more about her clients than Christal.

Evan Starcevic, Divorce and separation Attorney on Feb 23, 2016
Relationship: Other

I know Christal to be an insightful and creative attorney. Her law practice is on the cutting edge of business practice management, and she provides a great value to her clients. I would recommend Christal to anyone looking for solid business law solutions.

Michael Sabbeth, Car accident Attorney on Jan 21, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Her valuable insights and contributions to the legal community undoubtedly reflect her approach to practice. I endorse this lawyer.

Andrew Chase, DUI and DWI Attorney on Sep 18, 2015
Relationship: Worked together on matter

Christal and I were co-counsel on a difficult DUI matter. Her acumen and level head provided the client with exceptional representation and a favorable result.

Paul Dec, Speeding and traffic ticket Attorney on Feb 24, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I know Christal to be a competent and professional member of our legal community and endorse her as a fellow criminal defense attorney in the Spokane area.

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