$ 325-425 per hour
Michael John Paukert
About Michael
Biography
Michael J Paukert is Chair of the Bankruptcy and Creditors' Rights group at Paukert & Troppmann PLLC. He concentrates his practice in the areas of business bankruptcy, commercial transactions and adult care facility abuse and neglect. Mike received his J.D. from Gonzaga University School of Law, Magna Cum Laude. He is admitted to practice law in Washington and Idaho. He has been named one of the best bankruptcy lawyers in Spokane and Coeur d’Alene.
Practice Areas
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Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
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Licensed in Idaho for 34 years
State: Idaho
Acquired: 1991
No misconduct found
Licensed in Washington for 35 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 1990
No misconduct found
Location
Paukert & Troppmann PLLC
522 W. Riverside Ave., Suite 560, Spokane, WA, 99201
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Posted by John | November 21, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Slip and Fall Accident
Professional, Thorough, and Friendly
I met Kathy and Mike Paukert through a mutual friend. I had a slip and fall claim that they handled beautifully. They were professional, thorough, friendly and kept me in the loop during the process. The insurance company was bullying me and Kathy and Mike put a stop to it. They also have a great ...
Michael John Paukert's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse Mike.We worked closely together for several years enforcing agricultural mortgages. I handled the real estate issues and Mike handled bankruptcy issues. Mike is knowledgeable, thorough and effective. At the same time Mike is practical, pleasant to work with and a good person."
Barry Davidson
Chapter 11 bankruptcy lawyer
John Munding
Chapter 11 bankruptcy lawyer
Experience
Honors
2020
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2019
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2018
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
Superb 10/10, Avvo
2016
Top Lawyer, Spokane Coeur d'Alene Living Magazine
2016
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
Top Lawyer, Spokane Coeur d'Alene Living Magazine
2014
Top Lawyer, Spokane Coeur d'Alene Living Magazine
2014
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
Top Lawyer, Spokane Coeur d'Alene Living Magazine
2012
Top Lawyer, Spokane Coeur d'Alene Living Magazine
2012
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2011
Top Lawyer, Spokane Coeur d"Alene Living Magazine
2011
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2010
Top Lawyer, Spokane Coeur d"Alene Living Magazine
2010
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2009
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2009
Top Lawyer, Spokane Coeur d"Alene Living Magazine
2008
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2008
Top 100 Lawyer, Spokane Coeur d"Alene Living Magazine
2007
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2007
Best Lawyer in Spokane & Coeur d'Alene - Bankruptcy, Spokane Coeur d'Alene Living Magazine
2006
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2005
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2004
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2003
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2002
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2001
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2000
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
1999
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
1998
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
N/A
Norman Cohen Hope Award, National Multiple Sclerosis Society
Work Experience
2009 - Present
Partner, Paukert & Troppmann PLLC
2007 - 2008
Attorney, James, Vernon & Weeks P.A.
1990 - 1997
Associate, Paine, Hamblen, Coffin, Brooke & Miller LLP
1990 - 2007
Partner, Paine Hamblen LLP
1988 - 1990
Intern, Southwell & O'Rourke
Associations
1991 - Present
Idaho State BarMember
1990 - Present
Washington State Bar AssociationMember
1990 - Present
Debtor Creditor SectionMember
Federal Bar Association Eastern District Washington
Member
2016 - 2021
Downtown Spokane Business Improvement DistrictExecutive Committee Member
2014 - 2021
Downtown Spokane Business Improvement District Ratepayer Advisory BoardBoard Member
2014 - 2016
Washington State Bar Association, Creditor-Debtor SectionBoard Member
2006 - 2011
Westwood Homeowners' AssociationPresident
2000 - 2000
National Multiple Sclerosis AssociationBoard Chair
1994 - 2000
National Multiple Sclerosis SocietyBoard member
Sample of Legal Cases
Elder Neglect & Wrongful Death
$500,000.00 Settlement
Elder Neglect & Wrongful Death
$800,000 Settlement
In re The Catholic Bishop of Spokane
Education
1990
Gonzaga University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor Magna Cum Laude
1983
University of Puget Sound
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2015
Student Workshop
Integrating Work and Life: Law School and Beyond
2014
Student Workshop
Work Life Balance
2009
WSBA CLE
Judgments: You've Won! Now What? Post judgment remedies.
2007
WSBA CLE
Judgments: You Won! What's Next?
2007
Washington Association of Wine Grape Growers Annual Meeting
Processor Liens and Grower Contracts
2006
LIENS: HOW THEY ARISE AND HOW YOU CAN USE THEM
Enforcement of Liens
2004
East-West Bankruptcy Judges Conference
Bankruptcy
N/A
Protecting Creditors from Bankruptcy
Bankruptcy
N/A
Foreclosing, Protecting and Defending Against Liens
Bankruptcy
N/A
Essential of Advising the Small Buusiness
Bankruptcy
Publications
2002
Washington Civil Procedure Deskbook
Rule 69 Execution
1995
Washington Commercial Law Deskbook
Remedies
Languages
English