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  • Spokane, WA
  • Licensed for 7 years
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.

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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

Website
https://SpokaneBusinessAttorneys.com

    Resume

    License
    StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
    IDAuthorized to practice law201403/07/2021
    WAActive201302/24/2021
    We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
    Avvo Contributions
    Legal answers36
    Legal guides0
    Awards
    Award nameGrantorDate granted
    Super LawyerSuper Lawyers2020
    Client's ChoiceAvvo2020
    Super LawyerSuper Lawyers2019
    Client's ChoiceAvvo2019
    Client's ChoiceAvvo2018
    Client's ChoiceAvvo2017
    Client's ChoiceAvvo2016
    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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    Christal and her team were amazing. I'm not sure if I can really go into details on the case, but she went above and beyond in putting my mind at ease and helping to get some of my life back after the accident. Would definitely recommend. She is going to be upfront, let's you know what to expect, and puts in the work to ensure you are taken care of. Cannot thank her and her team enough.
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    ROCK STAR!!!!

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    I was referred to Christal's office to help me with my case. The staff & Christal were very professional and efficient. I explained my situation, and got a very knowledgable response, with several optional directions to go. She got me everything I wanted
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    Outstanding Firm

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    Christal and her office staff are awesome. Their help on a Oversize Load ticket was awesome. I highly recommend her.
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    Christal S. Lam represented me for a moving Citation I received. She was excellent in communicating with me and through that process was able to fully hear my side of the events of what took place. As a result of her superior communication, Christal was able to represent me to the fullest and negotiate with the prosecuting attorney on my behalf. She did a spectacular job and was able to get my citation reduced to a nonmoving violation. Her persistence with the prosecuting attorney paid great dividends for me in both my driving record and insurance. I would recommend Christal Lam to represent anyone who needs help defending their position.
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    No hassle professional and smooth service

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    This company did an outstanding job of helping my son keep his driving record at bay so he didn’t loose his license or have a bad driving record. When my son got a ticket it was not deemed necessary. They were professional and handled things in a timely manner with no hassle. They were able to communicate effectively and go to court for my son to negotiate his ticket issue. Plus, they negotiated so well my son got his ticket dismissed with no fine! Outstanding team and performance! I highly recommend this company!
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    great!!

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    she is great and I am glad she represents me , have referred her to my friends and family. Her defense is top notch! Recommended! -Sandy
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    CDL Ticket Dismissed

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    I just got the news that my 5000# Over-weight ticket in a Company dump truck was dismissed and I will not be charged in any way. I hoped at least to get a reduction to a smaller point violation, but Christal Lam was able to get it completely dismissed!!! I did give her some information that shows that I tried to weigh other vehicles and to determine how they were being loaded to try and rectify this going forward. She was very positive but very realistic in the possibility of it only being reduced. I can’t say enough about her and her office! I will recommend her to anyone!!!
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    Commercial Truck Driver gets Speeding Ticket Dismissed

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    After my first conversation with Christal's office, I didn't think this was going to be a win for me. But now I'm over the moon, absolutely ecstatic that they were able to accomplish this impossible conclusion!! Thank you, thank you, thank you! I looked up multiple attorneys and called several to ask for help. Christal's office was the only local attorney, that went a long way to help with my decision. She spelled the process out, detailed what I should expect, and made it clear on my chances of success. But she also said she would do her best to defend me. I am glad I chose her to be my defender!
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    She had it dismissed! 5 stars service

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    She was referred to me by another attorney in Central WA. Attorney Lam was very efficient at handling my case even though spokane court wanted to heavily fine me. Christal reviewed my case and explained to her my concern and unfairness of the fine. She had it dismissed from the court! I definitely recommend her without a doubt . Her expertise in law is above 5 stars ! thank you - SandyM Spokane, WA
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    Driving infraction review

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    Christal Lam recently assisted me with my case.  She was very prompt in communicating with me, was honest, and in the end was able to save my family and I both a lot of time and money.  We very much appreciated her professionalism and skill.
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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!

    Aaron Dunham

    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.

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