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Attorney Matthew Luedke is the Managing Attorney of Elevated Estate Planning Lawyers, P.S., where he focuses his practice exclusively on estate planning, elder law, probate, and trust administration. With more than 16 years of legal experience, he serves families across Washington, guiding them through life’s most important decisions.
Attorney Luedke earned his J.D. cum laude from Gonzaga University School of Law and a B.S. in Communications from the University of Washington. He is also a VA-accredited attorney, allowing him to provide specialized assistance to veterans and their families. Licensed in both Washington and Idaho, he belongs to the Washington and Idaho State Bar Associations, Spokane County Bar Association, National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys, Washington State Elder Law Section, and WealthCounsel.
His services include wills, trusts, healthcare directives, probate administration, Medicaid and long-term care planning, and asset protection. Attorney Luedke regularly develops advanced strategies such as charitable giving programs and succession plans for closely held businesses. These tools help clients preserve wealth, reduce tax liabilities, and ease the burden on heirs.
Attorney Luedke is known for his approachable manner and clear communication. Reviews consistently highlight his ability to demystify legal processes and his patience in addressing client concerns. Families appreciate his dedication to ensuring their plans reflect personal values as well as financial objectives.
Whether you are creating an estate plan for the first time or updating documents to account for life changes, Attorney Luedke provides guidance designed to protect what matters most. His combination of legal knowledge, practical solutions, and genuine compassion has made him a trusted advisor in the region.
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$ 300-300 per hour
State: Idaho
Acquired: 2023
No misconduct found
State: Washington
Acquired: 2008
No misconduct found
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9507 N Division St, # B, Spokane, WA, 99218
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6855 W Clearwater Ave, A103, Kennewick, WA, 99336
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1115 W Lincoln Ave, Suite 109, Yakima, WA, 98902
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1220 N Mullan Rd, Spokane Valley, WA, 99206
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Posted by Mona | June 26, 2012 | Administrative Law
VA Benefits
We had heard that mom might be eligible for VA Benefits, since my father now deceased was in WWII. Mom and I went down to the local VA office and asked for there help. We submitted the documents on our own and 6 months later we were denied. My nephew suggested we try reapplying but this time with M...
Posted by Mary | April 29, 2012 | Military Law
Expert assistance in application process of Veterans Administration benefit for wartime service for the elderly.
In early March of this year we were referred to Matthew Luedke for help in applying for a WWII veteran's benefit for a member of our family. Matthew readily made himself available and we were then engaged in a rather involved process of completing this application. Matthew was very knowledgeable ab...
Posted by Tom | July 14, 2011 | Trusts
Matthew has done a great job setting up my elderly parents estate.
Matthew and his firm Moulton have been helping us with estate planning and setting up trusts for my elderly parents in Spokane. Matthew has been great at informing us about our options, which can seem complicated, but his experience has helped us make decisions and take actions to protect my parents...
Posted by Peter | July 14, 2011 | Military Law
Veterans Benefits
Our family hired Mr. Luedke to help apply for veterans benefits for our aging father. This week the benefits award came through, and we are very pleased with the outcome. Mr. Luedke answer all of our questions, including a number of complicated and difficult questions. He was able to keep the process...
Posted by Aaron | July 11, 2011 | Elder Law
VA Benefits - Recommendation
To whom it may concern: This letter is to thank Matthew Luedke of Moulton Law Offices, and to recommend him as an advisor, to aid Veterans and their spouses in obtaining VA Benefits. In what first seemed to be an impossible venture, Matt's help and percerverence went a long way to expedite and ...
"Mr. Luedke is a very skilled and knowledgeable attorney. He has dedicated his practice to preventing problems for his clients. He not only is extremely competent, but he is also kind and compassionate to his staff. He is a wonderful resource for anyone with Elder Law questions. I endorse him fully."
"Matt is an excellent lawyer. I do not hesitate to refer my own family and friends to Matt when they need a lawyer for elder law issues, estate planning, or probate needs."
"Matthew is a remarkable attorney. He continues to prove to me his exceptional knowledge in Trust, Estate Planning, and Elder Law. I highly recommend and endorse him in these practice areas and would readily refer my closest friends and family to seek his advice."
"Matt is a top notch lawyer and all around good guy. He matches his legal knowledge and skill with the highest level of ethics. I endorse Matt without reservation."
"I endorse Matt. He is a hard-working lawyer with a great deal of experience in all facets of estate planning, probate, trusts, and elder law. I highly recommend Matt."
"Matthew has been a great help for me as I learn and develop my elder law and Veterans benefits practice. He is knowledgeable, attentive, polite, and engaging. He is keenly focused on the issues that affect aging clients and their families. I endorse this lawyer's work."
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Most Trusted Lawyer, Spokane Coeur d'Alene Living Magazine
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2018 Pro Bono Publico Service Commendation, Washington State Bar Association
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2017 Pro Bono Publico Service Commendation, Washington State Bar Association
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2016 Pro Bono Publico Service Commendation, Washington State Bar Association
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2015 Pro Bono Publico Service Commendation, Washington State Bar Association
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2014 Pro Bono Publico Service Commendation, Washington State Bar Association
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2013 Pro Bono Publico Service Commendation, Washington State Bar Association
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2012 Pro Bono Publico Service Commendation, Washington State Bar Association
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2011 Pro Bono Publico Service Commendation, Washington State Bar Association
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Tutor of the Year, Gonzaga Student Bar Association
2019 - Present
Partner, Moulton Law Offices, P.S.
2009 - 2019
Associate Attorney, Moulton Law Offices, P.S.
2008 - 2009
Principal, Law Firm of Matthew M. Luedke
2007 - 2008
Associate, Sayre & Sayre, P.S.
2015 - Present
Washington DeMolayState Dad Advisor
2011 - Present
WealthCounselMember
2008 - Present
Spokane County Bar Association
2008 - Present
Washington State Bar Association
2005 - Present
Frank S. Land Lodge #313 F&AMMember
2013 - 2015
Washington DeMolayAssistant State Dad Advisor
2012 - 2014
Gonzaga University School of Law Mentoring ProgramVice Chair
2009 - 2011
American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys
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Juris Doctorate, Cum Laude
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Bachelors of Arts
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Medicaid and VA Planning Seminar
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I have applied for medicaid and my parent have property in india so they denied medicaid to them so what should i do?
11 Jan 2011
Does a will or living trust need to be notarized to be valid?
14 May 2010
Can a nursing home force me to sell a home if my dad signs a quickclaim deed with me as the grantee?
19 Jan 2010