John Donald Sullivan

John Donald Sullivan

5.0
Rating: 9.8

Licensed for 33 years

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Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 33 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 1992

Voluntarily Resigned

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Showing 1 - 1 of 1 review | Real Estate

Posted by anonymous | July 17, 2008 | Real Estate

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As the CEO of a privately held investment company, I acquired and disposed of numerous commercial and residential properties. Over the past 10 years, John was our primary real estate attorney on virtually all of our transactions, including many in other states. John has an ability to understand... the key risks in a transaction and focus attention where it is needed most. He excels at identifying and working to minimize risks associated with transactions. On numerous occasions John has worked together with me in negotiating contracts which eliminates or significantly reduces risk. John is very efficient with his time. Even in the case of complicated, volume intense, transactions, John is able to review and evaluate in a cost effective manner. John is not one to burn a lot of hours through useless interactions with other attorneys. One of John's greatest strengths is his ability to communicate. John communicates his findings during his review in a real time manner. This allows for action, when necessary, prior to getting too far into the transaction. His communications are to the point, effective, and efficient. Overall, John's written and verbal communication skill is outstanding. It is not a stretch at all to say that we would not have been nearly as successful in our efforts without the skill and commitment that John brought to the table every day. John is a true professional. I, without hesitation, would strongly recommend John for any real estate transaction legal representation.

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John Donald Sullivan's Lawyer Endorsements

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Zachary Wright

Real estate lawyer | Apr 03

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"John Sullivan is highly knowledgeable about real estate law and is one of the best real estate lawyers I have worked with."

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David Herrman

Real estate lawyer | Feb 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"John has superior knowledge in his field and I have high regard for his work and character."

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Christopher Soelling

Real estate lawyer | Feb 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"John is a very capable lawyer who I recommend without hesitation."

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Bradley Evens

Real estate lawyer | Feb 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known John and the quality of his work for over seven years. I endorse this lawyer's work."

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Christopher Soelling

Mediation lawyer

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Christine Pothering

Business lawyer

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David Herrman

Real estate lawyer

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Bradley Evens

Family lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.8 (Superb)

Honors

2009

LEED Accredited Professional, U. S. Green Building Council

2007

"Who's Who in Real Estate Law", Washington Law & Politics Magazine

2000

"Rising Star",

1992

1st,Best Brief in World, Philip C. Jessup International Law Moot Court Competition

1992

Northwest Region Outstanding Oralist, Philip C. Jessup International Law Moot Court Competition

1992

National Member, Order of the Barristers

1992

Member, U.S. National Champion Team, Philip C. Jessup International Law Moot Court Competition

1991

Northwest Regional Champion, Philip C. Jessup International Law Moot Court Competition

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BV Peer Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

2011 - 2014

Of Counsel, Short Cressman & Burgess, PLLC

2000 - 2010

Partner, Short Cressman & Burgess PLLC

1996 - 1999

Associate, Short Cressman & Burgess PLLC

1992 - 1996

Associate, Preston Gates & Ellis

Associations

2012 - Present

Snohomish County Urban Center Design Review Board

Member

2004 - Present

Boy Scouts of America

Volunteer Leader

1998 - Present

Seattle Service Academy Alumni Business Network

Member

1997 - Present

Puyallup Tribal Court

Member

1989 - Present

U.S.Naval Academy Alumni Association, Puget Sound Chapter

Member

2012 - 2012

Harbour Heights Community Organization

Director

2001 - 2005

Mukilteo City Council

Councilmember

2000 - 2003

Seattle Service Academy Alumni Business Network

Chair

1996 - 2014

Snohomish County Bar Association

Member

1994 - 2001

Planning Commission, City of Mukilteo

Commissioner

1992 - 2014

King County Bar Association, Real Property, Probate and Trust Section

Member

1992 - 2014

Washington State Bar Association, Real Property, Probate and Trust Section

Member

1992 - 1997

Harbour Heights Community Organization

Director

Sample of Legal Cases

Harrison v. Emerald Outdoor Advertising LLC

Affirmed decision in favor of client

In re Emerald Outdoor Advertising LLC

Judgement for client to hold foreclosure

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Education

1992

University of Washington School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1983

University of Maryland

BA - Bachelor of Arts

1969

United States Naval Academy

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2010

Commercial Real Estate Leases

Ethics and Strategy for Lawyers in Commercial Leasing Transactions

2010

Commercial Landlord Tenant Law

Building Green and Green Building Leases

2010

17th Annual Construction Law Conference

Building Green and Green Building Leases

2009

Commercial Real Estate Leases

Ethics and Strategy for Lawyers in Commercial Leasing Transactions

2009

Commercial Real Estate Finance in Challenging Times

Ancillary Documents and Closing Issues

2009

Commercial Real Estate Finance in Challenging Times

Borrower's Real Estate Opinion Letters

2009

17th Annual Comprehensive Conference on Real Estate Purchases & Sales

Ethics Issues in Real Estate Purchases and Sales

2009

16th Annual Washington Construction Law Conference

Building Green

2008

Real Estate A-Z

Easements

2008

Law of Easements: Legal Issues and Practical Considerations in Washington

Drafting Express Easements

2008

Commercial Real Estate Leases

Ethics and Strategy for Lawyers in Commercial Leasing Transactions

2008

15th Annual Construction Law Conference

The Ethics of Negotiating

2007

Law of Easements: Legal Issues and Practical Considerations in Washington

Drafting Express Easements

2007

Commercial Leases

Ethics and Strategies for Lawyers in Commercial Leasing Transactions

2005

Commercial Real Estate Financing in Washington

Loan Closing Issues

2004

Fifth Annual Seminar for Tribal Leaders, Environmental Professionals and Resource Managers

Real Estate Aquisitions

2004

Conference

Real Estate Forms

2004

Commercial Real Estate Financing in Washington

Loan Closing Issues

2000

Fall Seminar

Commercial Real Estate Closings

1998

Dollars and Common Cents in Real Estate Loan Transactions

Borrower's Real Estate Opinion Letters

Publications

2008

Commercial Real Estate Insider "Legislature Enacts Major Change to Condominium Act"

1991

Washington Law Review "Rights of Washington Junior Lienors in Nonjudicial Foreclosure"

Languages

English

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