Christopher Stephen Crago

Christopher Stephen Crago

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Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 20 years

Estate planning Lawyer at Spokane, WA
Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Business, Tax, Employee Benefits

400 S. Jefferson Street, Suite 109, Spokane, WA

About Christopher

Biography

Practice Areas

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Practice Areas

Estate Planning 40%

Chris helps clients understand issues related to preserving wealth accumulation, and how to arrange for efficient administration of their estates. Taking into account estate and income tax issues, as well as human and family concerns and financial management factors, While tailoring each plan to meet the needs of the client from traditional wills and trusts for taxable and nontaxable estates, to more sophisticated planning including the implementation of business succession planning.

18 years

40%
Business 30%

Chris advises clients with respect to partnership agreements, incorporations, and shareholder agreements in addition contract review, negotiations and drafting, and assisting in the preparation of funding applications, proposals, and business plans.

18 years

30%
Tax 20%

Chris consults with multinational corporations and financial institutions on the various tax aspects of business transactions and recommends tax savings strategies to small businesses and individuals. Chris also acts as counsel for business entities, estates, and individuals under audit by the Internal Revenue Service.

18 years

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 250-275 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 20 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 2005

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Idaho for 13 years

State: Idaho

Acquired: 2012

Resigned

No misconduct found

Location

Chris Crago

400 S. Jefferson Street, Suite 109, Spokane, WA, 99204

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Posted by Eric | March 03, 2022 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Christopher S. Crago referred me to his professor and mentor from Gonzaga University, Milton G. Rowland

Christopher S. Crago referred my “open & shut” case to his former professor and mentor from Gonzaga University, Professor Milton G. Rowland, one year before the statute-of-limitations ran out on my TORT claim against the VA Hospital. I paid Milton Rowland $1000 in check form as a retainer for legal ...filings. He lost the check, never told me, found the check then deposited it after the statue-of limitations had expired on my case. He filed 10 days late with another client’s case pasted into my claim. It failed due to statute of limitations running out, not the ridiculous filing which included another of his clients. A teary-eyed Milton said he would retire and help me claim against his malpractice insurance, which he stated he had never used in his career. This was a stalling tactic he offered at every conversation until I said "Okay" thinking he was trying to get me off his books. He immediately "FIRED" me and said he was no longer my attorney. Before this and without my knowledge Milton’s decided to try a “work around” and filed a completely unproductive BIVEN’S claim that was a further stalling tactic, the judge stated it was impossible to serve as written and was very confusing. No one was ever served because he failed to list them. Milton directed me to McNeice Wheeler, who is full of his Gonzaga students, they spoke of the love for Milton, his family, and his difficulties in life etc., (see court transcripts for those details after my case is heard in court. CASE #: 22-2-00580-32). Then these former Gonzaga students stated they don't handle that type of claim. NOW, that Milton Rowland cost me my only avenue for justice against the Veterans Administration, I reached back out to Christopher S. Crago. His response, “Hi Eric - The attorneys at McNeice Wheeler are reviewing your case. I am not a litigator so I am unable to assist you.” Chris (From iPhone) Christopher Crago offered no apologies for adding to the devastation I have already endured by his throwing a “bone” to a former Gonzaga teacher who is not the attorney he once was. Thank you, Chris, FOR YOUR SERVICE.

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Aaron Dunham

Tax lawyer | Apr 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Over the years, I have taken a class from Chris at Gonzaga, been opposing counsel on a matter with him, and consulted with him as to legal issues. Chris has always been a professional and reasonable in trying to resolve people's legal problems."

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Michael Meinert

Unknown lawyer | Aug 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Chris employs a well-rounded, reasoned and practical approach to investigation, analysis and execution. He addresses the concerns and needs of the client with expertise and experience.."

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Eric Whiting

Unknown lawyer | Jan 29

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Brett Sullivan

Guardianship lawyer | Oct 19

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Chris was a very effective and hard-working advocate for his client. Highly recommended."

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Casey Lund

Tax lawyer | Sep 17

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer's work."

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Ryan McNeice

Tax lawyer | Mar 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. Mr. Crago is not only extremely professional, but is on the cutting edge of tax law and business entities. I appreciate the opportunity to call myself a colleague."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2017

2017 Top Lawyers, Spokane Coeur d'Alene Living Magazine

2016

2016 Top Lawyers, Spokane Coeur d'Alene Living Magazine

2015

2015 Top Lawyers, Spokane Coeur d'Alene Living Magazine

2014

2014 Top Lawyers, Spokane Coeur d'Alene Living Magazine

2013

2013 Top Lawyers, Spokane Coeur d'Alene Living Magazine

2012

2012 Top Lawyers, Spokane Coeur d'Alene Living Magazine

2011

2011 Top Lawyers, Spokane Coeur d'Alene Living Magazine

2010

2010 Top Lawyers, Spokane Coeur d'Alene Living Magazine

2004

Excellence in Litigation & Dispute Resolution, CALI Award

Work Experience

2016 - Present

Owner, Crago Law Office, PLLC

2009 - Present

Adjunct Professor, Gonzaga University School of Law

2015 - 2016

Attorney, McNeice Wheeler PLLLC

2010 - 2015

Attorney, Paine Hamblen LLP

2008 - 2010

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

2006 - 2008

Tax Consultant, Deloitte Tax LLP, San Francisco

Associations

2012 - Present

Idaho State Bar

Member

2008 - Present

Spokane County Bar Association

Member

2008 - Present

United States Tax Court

Member

2005 - Present

Washington State Bar Association

Member

2010 - 2017

Spokane Estate Planning Council

Member

Education

2006

University of Washington School of Law

LL.M - Master of Laws

2005

Gonzaga University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1999

University of Kansas

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2015

Spokane Family Bar Association

Qualified Domestic Relations Orders

2014

Walla Walla Estate Planning Counsel Annual Meeting

Business Succession Planning

2011

Trusts 101

Irrevocable Life Insurance Trusts

2011

CPE

IRS Audits: Protecting Clients from Information Document Requests

2009

Top Estate Planning Techniques

Qualified Personal Residence Trusts & Grantor Retained Annuity Trusts

2009

Sales & Use Tax

Liens, Warrants and Personal Liability

2009

Helping Your Client Choose the Right Entity

Helping Your Client Choose the Right Entity

2009

Advanced LLC Issues

New Changes for 2009

2009

2009 Federal Income Tax Update

2009 Federal Income Tax Update

2008

Advanced LLC Issues

Advanced Tax Issues for LLC

Publications

2006

Regent University Law Review Rebuilding the Foundations of Iraq: Comparisons to the Revival of Democracy in Central Europe

Languages

French

English

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