Elizabeth Ann Tellessen

Elizabeth Ann Tellessen

5.0
Rating: 9.3

Licensed for 20 years

Real estate Lawyer at Spokane, WA
Practice Areas: Real Estate, Land Use & Zoning, Contracts & Agreements, Environmental and Natural Resources

601 W. Riverside Ave., Suite 1900, Spokane, WA

About Elizabeth

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Real Estate 40%

Represent clients in litigation involving rights and interest in real estate including ownership, secured interests, commercial leases, and entitlements. And, represent real estate professionals.

21 years

40%
Land Use and Zoning 30%

Assist clients in obtaining necessary governmental approvals for use and development of real property.

21 years

30%
Contracts and Agreements 20%

Review contracts and agreements related to the use and interests in real property including conveyances, financing, leasing, covenants, restrictions and easements.

21 years

20%
Environmental and Natural Resources 10%

Represent and advise clients on obtaining and preserving water rights.

21 years

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 250-275 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Idaho for 19 years

State: Idaho

Acquired: 2006

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Washington for 20 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 2005

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Winston & Cashatt, Lawyers, A Professional Service Corporation

601 W. Riverside Ave., Suite 1900, Spokane, WA, 99201

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Elizabeth Ann Tellessen's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

4 Client Reviews

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Posted by Craig and Jennifer | October 28, 2013

Passionate, Resourceful and Confident

We are very thankful that Elizabeth handled our case in real estate and mortgage matters. She listened carefully and thoroughly researched every detail of our case, keeping us informed and calm during difficult situations. She was resourceful, utilizing key experts and facts to help our case. Eliza...beth was always well prepared, maintaining high ethical standards and couth while acting on our behalf, which qualities we have found hard to find these days. Without a doubt, we would call on her again and place our full trust in her. Elizabeth goes above and beyond making herself available for her clients. We cannot recommend her highly enough.

Posted by anonymous | November 14, 2008

Boundary Line Adjustment for Bob & Stephanie Freedman

Elizabeth is very intelligent and is willing to research every aspect of the case she is working on. She maintains dignity, couth and calmness even when others are at their worst and stays focused on what needs to be done, hardly an easy task it today's society, or when dealing with difficult peop...le. She maintains her credibilty with a zeal that is most needed for herself, clients and as a representative of Winston & Cashatt. True ethical behavior is hard to find these days. We were so happy to have her represent us and would trust her with anything as she is so straight forward and willing to stand by her beliefs and ethics. You would be remiss in not condsidering her to represent you. Any employer would be lucky to have her. Elizabeth also lets you know what's needed or happening at all times and is even willing to come to your home when circumstances require her to do so. Elizabeth goes far out of her way to make herself available to her clients.

Posted by anonymous | November 13, 2008

Excellent land use attorney

Ms. Mosey began representing our land development company on some very difficult land issues over two years ago. We have found that she is very knowledgable and thorough in her preparation for and presentations in court hearings. She does intensive research on legal issues that impact the outcome of ...a legal question. We intend to continue using Ms. Mosey on any and all issues regarding land use and real estate development. During our 40+ years in land and real estate development in the Pacific Northwest we would rank Ms. Mosey as one of the top attornies we have consulted. We cannot recommend her highly enough.

Posted by anonymous | November 13, 2008

Diligent, knowledgeable and caring

Elizabeth impressed me from our first phone conversation. She listened carefully and asked thoughtful questions. She always responded immediately to my calls and emails. Her knowledge and strategy were exellent. The day we went to arbitration, she was remarkable in making me feel comfortable with my ...own presentation , as well as confident in her abilities. I recommend her highly for her knowledge, her diligence, and her caring.

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Experience

Rating:  9.3 (Superb)

Honors

2015

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2014

Emerging Woman in Business, Inland Business Catalyst Magazine

2014

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2013

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2013

AV Preeminent 4.9 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

2005 - Present

Principal Attorney, Winston & Cashatt, Lawyers, A Professional Service Corporation

Associations

2014 - Present

Greater Spokane Incorporated

Agribusiness Council Steering Committee Member

2007 - Present

Association Builders and Contractors

Committee Member

2007 - Present

Junior Livestock Show of Spokane

Board of Trustees

2013 - 2014

Leadership Spokane

Student

2011 - 2013

City of Spokane, Northeast Development Advisory Board

Board Member

2010 - 2011

Spokane County Bar Association, Young Lawyers Division

President

2007 - 2010

Washington Young Lawyers Division

Board of Trustees

Sample of Legal Cases

Estate of Schoenwald v. Stuart

Summary Judgment granting partition of real property

American Bank v. BRN Development, et al.

Property foreclosed, litigation of other issues on going.

Prime Real Estate Escrow & Closing v. Heberling

$108,000 Judgment against borrower affirmed on appeal; trial court order dismissing mortgage broker revered on appeal.

Riverstone et al. v. Barnes & Noble

Judgment against plaintiffs, affirmed on appeal.

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Education

2005

Gonzaga University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2001

Colorado State University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2012

Introduction to Spokane Courts

Ethical Billing

2008

Road and Access Law: Successfully Handling Disputes

Ins and Outs of Private Road Creation and Use

2008

Mastering Land Use and Planning Processes

Environmental Issues in Property Development

Languages

English

Activity

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