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Biography
For more than 50 years, my firm has looked after the legal needs of our community, and now enjoy serving the children and grandchildren of our original clients. I can help you with resolving basic or complex disputes AND planning for a comfortable future. In my general practice I provide counsel in Business Law, Real Estate, Estate Planning, Medicaid Planning, Probate, and more.
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Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Probate
40%
Real Estate
25%
Estate Planning
20%
General Practice
10%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 300-325 per hour
Pro bono
5 %
Retainer
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2015
Licenses
Licensed in Washington for 32 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 1993
No misconduct found
Location
Riach Gese Jacobs, PLLC
PO Box 1067, 7331 196th St SW, Lynnwood, WA
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Michael P. Jacobs's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 31 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Tasha | September 11, 2024 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Outstanding Lawyer
Mike handled my deceased husband's probate estate with the utmost of professionalism. He secured an outcome that allowed me to receive the entire estate and I am eternally grateful to him. He was very patient in answering the many questions I had along the way
Posted by Bonnie | August 6, 2019 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Excellent grasp of the law
Michael Jacobs has helped us with three separate issues and each has had a successful outcome. In addition, Michael has referred us for legal work outside of his scope of practice. Michael Jacobs has the right combination of wisdom and appropriate legal action, on time and specific for what we need...
Posted by John | December 31, 2018 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Lien help
We came to Michael looking for help with a lien we filed against a contractor for non-payment. Within a short period of time after demand letters were sent, we received full payment on our contract. I would be more than happy to use Michael Jacobs again in the future if need be.
Posted by Kathy | December 17, 2018 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Great job
Michael solved my issue successfully with an unscrupulous contractor. He was straight forward, efficient and respected my time and billable hours. I would definitely use him again.
Posted by anonymous | April 17, 2018 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Easement dispute
Michael Jacobs represented us in an easement dispute litigation. We are very satisfied with both the favorable outcome of our litigation as well as the high caliber legal service we received from Michael and his staff. We highly recommend Michael to anyone who needs legal service in his areas of pr...
Michael P. Jacobs's Lawyer Endorsements
"We were opposite in a very contentious case and throughout Michael represented his clients well and in a very professional manner. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have practiced with Michael for over 15 years. He is intelligent, competent, diligent and liked and valued by the many clients that come to him to solve their legal problems."
"I regularly refer complex civil litigation cases to Mr. Jacobs. He is committed to his Clients' cases and he is respected by attorneys and Judges in the legal community for his knowledge and his professionalism. I would refer my family and friends to his office."
"I've just completed a project with Michael. We were opposing counsel in a matter. I really appreciated working with Michael. He is an aggressive advocate for his client's interest, but knows how to work cooperatively to solve issues. Michael is smart, well versed in the law, and creative. Michael is a superb lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. He was opposing counsel in an emotional termination of partnership case. It was a complex case with numerous legal issues, but the parties had limited resources. He was knowledgeable and professional, and we were ultimately able to reach a settlement without exhausting all of our client's resources"
"I endorse this lawyer's work. I have referred dozens of clients to Mr.Jacobs without any complaint. I have personally witnessed Mr. Jacobs' high level of commitment to his clients and his routinely excellent results. I strongly endorse Mr. Jacobs as an exceptional lawyer."
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Experience
Honors
2024
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2023
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2022
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
Cerificate of Appreciation, Shoreline School District
2009
Certificate of Appreciation, Shoreine School Board
2007
Outstanding Advocate Award, Syre Elementary PTA
2006
Certificate of Appreciation, Shoreline School Board
2006
Pro Bono Publico Service Commendation, Washington State Bar Association
2005
Pro Bono Publico Service Commendation, Washington State Bar Association
2005
Certificate of Appreciation, Shoreline School Board
2004
Pro Bono Publico Service Commendation, Washington State Bar Association
1993
magna cum laude, University of Puget Sound School of Law
N/A
Award of Excellence, Richmond Little League
Work Experience
1994 - Present
Partner, Riach Gese Jacobs, PLLC
1998 - 2010
Attorney, South County Senior Center
1998 - 2009
Attorney, Lynnwood Senior Center
1994 - 1997
Drug Assets Forfeiture Attorney, South County Narcotics Task Force
1993 - 1995
Prosecuting Attorney, City Of Lynnwood Prosecuting Attorney
1992 - 1993
Business Editor, Law Review, University of Puget Sound
Associations
1999 - Present
United States Court of Appeals For the Ninth CircuitAttorney
1993 - Present
King County Bar AssociationMember
1993 - Present
Washington State Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
1993 - Present
United States District Court for the Western District of WashingtonAttorney
1993 - Present
Snohomish County Bar AssociationMember
1993 - Present
Washington State Bar AssociationMember
Hillwood Soccer
Head Coach
Richmond Little League
Coach
Richmond Little League
Board Member
2013 - 2015
Shoreline School DistrictPresident
2004 - 2007
Shoreline School DistrictPast-President
2003 - 2019
Shoreline School DistrictBoard of Directors
2001 - 2003
South County Senior CenterPresident
2000 - 2009
Lynnwood Senior CenterLegal Clinic Attorney
2000 - 2009
South County Senior CenterBoard Member
1995 - 2010
South County Senior CenterLegal Clinic Attorney
1992 - 2020
South Snohomish County Chamber of CommerceMember
1992 - 1993
University of Puget Sound School of LawLaw Review Board Member
Sample of Legal Cases
Estate of Deoneseus, 128 Wash.2d 317
for client
Sawicki v. Porter, 78 Wn, App 1041
For client
Education
1993
University of Puget Sound School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1988
University of Washington
BA - Bachelor of Arts
1988
University of Washington
BS - Bachelor of Science
1982
Shorewood High School
Speaking Engagements
2017
Snohomish County Bar Association Probate CLE
Creditor Claims in Probate and Trust Administrations
2017
Senior Parent Night
HIPPA FERPA and POA's For Your Adult Child
2017
Advanced Probate CLE
Creditor Claims in Probate and Nonprobate Estates
2008
Law of Easements: Legal Issues and Practical Considerations
Prescriptive and Implied Easements
2007
SCSC Estate Planning
Estate Planning
2006
Law for Small Business Owners
Business entities and formation for small businesses
Publications
2017
Snohomish County Bar Association
Creditor Claims or "Messing with Creditors"
2008
Lorman Education Services publication
Prescriptive and Implied Easements
Languages
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers