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Eric Hsu
About Eric
Biography
Legal Peace™ of Mind for Your Business Dealings
I eliminate the legal anxieties from your important business transactions, so you can focus on the deal, not the details.
Exit strategy planning. There are only two ways to exit your business: when you have to, and when you want to. Let's plan early so you can have a profitable and smooth exit on your own terms.
Business purchase/sale. With this much at stake, a business purchase or sale is not where you want to DIY or hire a lawyer who only handles them "once in awhile." I've helped clients successfully navigate millions of dollars worth of deals in a variety of industries including: insurance, digital, eSports, manufacturing, restaurants, and medical.
Stellar contracts. The quality of the contracts you use can either make or break your business. Let me help you draft, negotiate, or review contracts to make sure you only use and sign the rights contracts.
The right start. Get your business started the right way! I offer full-service business entity (LLC or corporation) planning, formation, and legal review services. Whether you're in the planning stages or have a DIY project you'd like me to review, I've got you covered.
Need some legal clarity? Please call or visit my website for a complimentary consultation.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Mergers and Acquisitions
99%
8 years | 30 cases
Business
1%
16 years
Fees and Rates
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Licensed in Washington for 19 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 2007
No misconduct found
Licensed in Oregon for 28 years
State: Oregon
Acquired: 1997
No misconduct found
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Eric Hsu
8220 W Gage Blvd #756, Kennewick, WA, 99336
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Posted by Ree | October 30, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate
Eric has had our back for a number of years now....
it's a very nice feeling knowing that we can call on Eric for honest, quick, and conscientious legal help....sometimes at odd hours. Eric has helped us through some pretty challenging issues, we can't thank him enough and therefore enthusiastically recommend his legal services. The last case Eric w...
Posted by Adam | January 04, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Wills & Living Wills
Excellent Value, Extremely Knowledgeable
I have been in the tax and accounting business for 10 years. I have been using Eric personally and for business for the past 4 years. He has completed my will, business contracts, LLC formations, non-competes, and given me legal counsel on the sale of a business. He has done great work on all these p...
Posted by Kyle | January 02, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor
Business contracts
Eric has prepared employment agreements for me, along LLC filings and renewals. Eric is always punctual , timely and easy to communicate with. Keep up the great work! Kyle Hagen President A-One Refrigeration & Heating INC.
Posted by Burt | January 02, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Corporate & Incorporation
My go to guy!
I've used Eric on multiple occasions to set up new business entities. I'm always impressed with his work. He is very thorough and definitely has his client's best interest in mind. I will continue using his services and recommend him to anyone I know.
Posted by Josh | January 02, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Corporate & Incorporation
S Corp Genius!!
Eric did an S-Corp for my real estate business and it saved me $22,000 in taxes that I would have had to pay to Uncle Sam. It was the best thing that I ever did for my business and Eric was great to work with. He was very complete in his paperwork and he got me set up fast so I would not miss my IRS ...
Eric Hsu's Lawyer Endorsements
"Eric is an incredibly humble, knowledgeable, and effective attorney. He assisted me with contract formation, legal knowledge including criminal defense practice, and offered mentorship advice. His experience and wealth of knowledge offer a comfortable feeling of trust as well as open communication. He is a great source of knowledge, integrity, and know-how: Excellent attorney."
"I have had the pleasure of working with Eric both in his capacity as Public Defense Manager in Benton County and as business attorney at his firm Clear Focus Law. In all of my dealings with Eric, he has been extraordinary to work with and a great advocate for his clients. I endorse this lawyer."
"Eric is a knowledgeable and caring attorney. His passion for serving his clients is evident in his high quality work product and attentiveness to his clients."
"Whether you are stuck on a legal issue or just looking for ways to improve your business it is worth it to give Eric a call. He has a reputation in the legal community as being a great attorney. But, most important you can trust Eric. I have made many business decisions based on his advice."
"Eric is an excellent, well-known, and respected attorney in our legal community. It is always a pleasure to work with him. I highly recommend and endorse this hard-working attorney."
"I have known Eric for a number of years, initially as we were both working on a committee to address school safety in the Richland School District. He is a great listener, business savvy, and gets things done!"
"Eric is absolutely passionate about entrepreneurship. His legal knowledge, business guidance, and ability to understand his clients needs make him an asset to our community."
"I endorse this lawyer."
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Experience
Honors
2017
Client's Choice, Avvo
Work Experience
2011 - Present
Owner, Clear Focus Law
2008 - Present
Public Defender, Local County Government
2006 - 2008
Legal Advisor, Local County Government
2001 - 2006
Deputy District Attorney, Linn County
1999 - 2000
Police Officer, City of Corvallis
1997 - 1998
Associate, Jaqua & Wheatley, P.S.
1995 - 1997
Law Clerk, Jaqua & Wheatley, P.S.
Associations
2019 - Present
Washington State Bar AssociationMember - Council on Public Defense
2018 - Present
Washington State Bar Association, Business Law SectionMember
2018 - Present
Washington State Bar Association, Taxation Law SectionMember
2018 - Present
Benton County Veteran's CourtPlanning Committee member
2014 - 2016
Tri-Cities Youth and Justice ForumPlanning Committee Member
2010 - 2018
Benton County Law and Justice CouncilChair
Sample of Legal Cases
WSU v. Ber*** (Benton County Superior Court)
My client won and had attorney's fees paid by opposing party
Education
1997
University of Oregon School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1994
University of British Columbia
BBA - Bachelor of Business Administration
Speaking Engagements
2019
Trial Advocacy Clinic 2019
Jury Selection Techniques for Criminal Trials
2019
Benton County Office of Public Defense March, 2019 CLE
Criminal Case Law Update
2018
Operating a Successful Law Practice in the Digital Age
Ethical considerations of digital law practice
2018
OPD Spring 2018 CLE Program
What Public Defenders Need to Know About Firearms & Ballistics
2018
OPD Spring 2018 CLE Program
Ethics: Advisory Opinions and Prosecutorial Misconduct
2017
OPD 2017 Trial Advocacy Clinic
Trial skills
2017
Networking Luncheon
Managing a Small Business (Panel Discussion)
2017
Annual Meeting and Conference
Contract and HIPAA best practices for dental hygiene practitioners
2016
OPD Summer 2016 CLE Program
Storytelling for Trial Lawyers
2016
OPD Spring 2016 CLE Program
Public Defense Performance Standards
2015
OPD Winter 2015 CLE seminar
Ethics of Stand-by Counsel
2015
OPD Fall 2015 CLE Program
Conflicts of Interest for Criminal Defense (ethics credit)
2014
OPD 2014 Trial Advocacy Clinic
Trial skills
2014
Business Development University
Legal entity choices for small businesses
2013
OPD 2013 Trial Advocacy Clinic
Trial skills
2012
TriConf 2012
Why Terms & Conditions are Critical for your Website
Publications
2017
Clear Focus Law Blog
PIERCING THE CORPORATE VEIL. WHAT IT IS AND HOW TO AVOID IT.
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can you get out of a house listing agreement that was signed for 6 months but has "easy exit" clause?
13 Nov 2017
Q&A
I created a c-corp two years ago. Never had any business activity and I never dissolved it. Do I have to dissolve it?
31 Oct 2017