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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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!
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.
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.
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
Spokane Business Attorneys
421 W Riverside Ave, Suite 1000
Spokane, WA, 99201
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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ID | Authorized to practice law | 2014 | 03/07/2021 |
WA | Active | 2013 | 02/24/2021 |
Legal answers | 36 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
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Super Lawyer | Super Lawyers | 2020 |
Client's Choice | Avvo | 2020 |
Super Lawyer | Super Lawyers | 2019 |
Client's Choice | Avvo | 2019 |
Client's Choice | Avvo | 2018 |
Client's Choice | Avvo | 2017 |
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Client's Choice | Avvo | 2016 |
Supreme Court Pro Bono Publico Honor Roll | Washington State Bar Association | 2015 |
Supreme Court Pro Bono Publico Honor Roll | Washington State Bar Association | 2014 |
Dean’s Platinum Pro Bono Distinction | Gonzaga University School of Law | 2013 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Founder and Managing Attorney | Spokane Business Attorneys | 2017 - Present |
Managing Attorney | Kairos Law | 2015 - Present |
Associate Attorney | C&A Law | 2013 - 2015 |
Rule 9 Law Clerk | Washington State Attorney General | 2012 - 2013 |
Legal Intern | Unemployment Law Project | 2011 - 2012 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Washington Women Lawyers (Spokane County chapter) | Member | 2018 - Present |
Idaho State Bar | Member | 2014 - Present |
Spokane County Bar Association | Member | 2013 - Present |
Washington State Bar Association | Member | 2013 - Present |
Washington Defender's Association | Member | 2014 - 2015 |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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Spokane Coeur d' Alene Living | Are You Ready to Sell Your Business? | 2017 |
Kairos Law | 10 Ways to Avoid Destroying Your Business | 2015 |
Gonzaga Law Review | Technical Editor | 2012 |
Gonzaga Law Review | Associate | 2011 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Gonzaga University School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 2013 |
Biola University | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 2010 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Spokane County Bar Association, Solo & Small Practice Section | Scheduling for Sanity: Using Your Calendar to Get Your Life Back | 2018 |
Starting a Business | Contract Basics for a Small Business Owner | 2017 |
Starting a Business | Choosing the Right Business Entity | 2017 |
Pre-Law Day | Before and After Law School | 2016 |
How to Start a Business | Starting a Business | 2016 |
From Dream to Reality | Forming Your Business | 2016 |
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Dream Builder | Legal Entities for Your Business | 2016 |
2016 Inland Northwest Fair Housing Conference | Fair Housing, Reasonable Accommodations, and Service Animals | 2016 |
Starting Your Business | Avoiding Legal Pitfalls | 2015 |
Small Business Bootcamp | Choosing the Right Business Entity | 2015 |
Case name | Outcome |
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WA v. N.T. | Dismissed |
Fair Housing Case | Resolved |
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Sara Khaki, Business Attorney on Sep 25, 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!
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, Business 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, Speeding and traffic ticket Attorney on May 13, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Randi Johnson, Business 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, Business 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, Business 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, Business 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, Business 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, Business 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, Business 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, Criminal defense 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.