John Reed Zeimantz

John Reed Zeimantz

5.0
Rating: 8.2

Licensed for 46 years

Commercial real estate Lawyer at Spokane, WA
Practice Areas: Commercial, Intellectual Property, Litigation, Arbitration

421 West Riverside Suite 1600, Spokane, WA

About John

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Commercial Real Estate 55%

Have represented clients in the closing of numerous mergers and acquisitions involving millions in assets and have represented clients in high value ecommerce sales of websites and internet based businesses.

47 years | 50 cases

55%
Intellectual Property 20%

Represent clients in Trademark and copyright registrations and infringement matters, domain name disputes, internet website and ecommerce transactions and disputes. Experience includes litigation of Lanham Act claims, Copyright infringement claims, Computer Fraud and Abuse Act Claims, ICANN domain name arbitrations, defense of RIAA and other similar matters.

31 years | 100 cases

20%
Litigation 20%

Have represented both plaintiffs and defendants in complex business litigation. Claims include IP claims, employment claims, breach of contract claims, real property claims and disputes, insurance claims, personal injury claims, probate claims, environmental claims, will disputes, partnership disputes. Intellectual property matters include trade secret claims and disputes, trademark infringement claims, copyright infringement claims, internet website and ecommerce disputes.

47 years | 100 cases

20%
Arbitration 5%

Extensive experience as arbitrator and mediator including work for American Arbitration Association on its commercial and mass tort panels. Matters in which acted as arbitrator include wide variety of insurance matters, crop loss cases, contract disputes.

40 years | 100 cases

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 225-350 per hour

Contingency

25%-40%

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Idaho for 20 years

State: Idaho

Acquired: 2005

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Washington for 46 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 1979

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Feltman Ewing, P.S.

421 West Riverside Suite 1600, Spokane, WA, 99201

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John Reed Zeimantz's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

2 Client Reviews

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Posted by Steve | March 31, 2011

One Sharp Attorney

Since 1998 John Zeimantz has represented my company in numerous legal matters.John has handled many complex matters for us, such as Copyright Infringements , Trademark Infringement Claims , Domain Name Disputes , along with Employment matters and Breach of Contract Claims. John has been successfull i...n every single matter or case. 100% slam dunk. A perfect record over thirteen years.John is very knowledgeable , well organized and when needed, he can be TOUGH as REBAR .As a client I couldn't be more SATISFIED. I would highly recommend Mr. John Zeimantz

Posted by anonymous | November 20, 2008

Review of John Zeimantz from a national privately funded RE I T.

In addition to John Zeimantz our company uses several other attorneys in various firms. The reason we use other law firm has to do with areas of expertise however Mr. Zeimantz works well as a jack of all trades. Of all the law firms we use his billing rates are the fairest and we find the least paddi...ng of any other lawyer our company uses from coast-to-coast. Therefore I would highly recommen John Zeimantz when looking for an attorney with integrity who will get the job done for you. Mr. Zeimantz can be a bulldog when necessary and I appreciate his aggressiveness as needed.

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John Reed Zeimantz's Lawyer Endorsements

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Brad Smith

Commercial real estate lawyer | Jun 30

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known John for approximately 20 years, and have worked with him on several matters. He is intelligent and professional, and works hard for his clients, to achieve a fair and just result."

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J Diener

Commercial real estate lawyer | Jun 30

Relationship: Co-worker

"John is a great attorney to work with and has an incredible amount of legal knowledge. This is an attorney who will know how to answer your questions and will put you on the right path."

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Lisa Dickinson

Business lawyer | Aug 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I worked for John's firm years ago. I can refer him conflict cases with confidence, knowing the client will be fully taken care of, and in a prompt and honest manner. John is an excellent attorney, who is effective, and well-liked by clients."

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Charles Conrad

Probate lawyer | Sep 16

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"As an attorney, I have associated with Mr. Zeimantz on complex cases because of his vast legal knowledge. He works diligently on these cases which results in favorable outcomes. Mr. Zeimnatz relates well to my clients and they enjoy working with him."

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Patrick Delfino

Litigation lawyer | Sep 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I think John epitomizes the best in a hard working lawyer. He is fair but firm, and represents his clients with skill and a love of the law."

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Brett Sullivan

Elder law lawyer | Sep 22

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. John was a very effective advocate for his client, pragmatic in approach and outlook, in a complicated guardianship proceeding involving substantial real estate assets."

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Aaron Goforth

Guardianship lawyer | Apr 07

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this John. He is an excellent lawyer. He works hard for his clients and achieves great results. He is always well prepared and is exceptionally good at "reading" judges and presenting his arguments accordingly."

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Deepak Malhotra

Litigation lawyer | Dec 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known John for many years. He is well known in Spokane and is my go-to person when I have legal issues outside my area of law. He is well versed in real estate law, arbitration, mediation, commercial law, and commercial litigation including intellectual property litigation. He works tirelessly for his clients and fights hard to advance their positions."

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J Keyes

Intellectual property lawyer | Jun 12

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"John is a very good advocate and worthy adversary! I look forward to the next time we will work together. "

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Experience

Rating:  8.2 (Excellent)

Honors

1999

Marathon Attorney Hours Award, Spokane County Bar Association, Volunteer Lawyers Program

Work Experience

2018 - Present

Shareholder, Feltman Ewing, P.S.

1993 - 2017

Shareholder, Feltman, Gebhardt, Greer & Zeimantz, P.S.

1990 - 1993

Owner, Gates & Zeimantz, P. S.

1984 - 1990

Owner, John R. Zeimantz, Attorney at Law

1979 - 1984

Associate, Reed, Otterstrom & Giesa, P. S.

Associations

2005 - Present

Idaho State Bar

Member

2004 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

2001 - Present

American Intellectual Property Law Association

Member

1988 - Present

Commercial Panel of Arbitrators

Member

1984 - Present

American Arbitration Association

Member

1979 - Present

Spokane County Bar Association

Member

1979 - Present

Washington State Bar Association

Member

Education

1979

University of Puget Sound School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor-- cum laude

1973

Washington State University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2016

2016 Management Conference

Business and Employment Law

2015

Management conference

2015 update business and employment law

2014

National Association of Credit Management-Managers Business Law Course

Intellectual Property, Patents, Trademarks, Copyright and Trade Secrets

2014

Management conference Ag Link

Employment Law

Languages

English

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