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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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State: Washington
Acquired: 1993
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PO Box 1067, 7331 196th St SW, Lynnwood, WA
riachgese.com/attorney/michael-p-jacobs/
31 Client Reviews
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Posted by Jon | October 24, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Guardianship
Several services and much problem solving
Over many years, Mike saved us from a messed up guardianship by a different attorney for a parent -- Mike fixed it in court. He arranged for TEDRA agreement between siblings for another deceased parent. He has done wills, health care directives, durable POAs and a Partnership Agreement between brot...
Posted by Frank | December 27, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Probate
Estate Processing and Resolution
Mr. Jacobs was hired to process an estate that was developing into a very contentious situation. Mr. Jacobs was quick to insure the Estate was protected and the activity surrounding the estate was compliant. As the process moved forward the hostilities heightened but Mr. Jacobs approached each and ...
Posted by Ralph | December 21, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning
Simply Outstanding
Mike Jacobs did a fantastic job with our Family Trust in getting the results we wanted. We had 6 Siblings, 5 agreeing on the care and payment for my Mother, and 1 against us. Then when my Mother passed he also helped us through the emotional process of settling her Estate and Trust, AGAIN over the ob...
Posted by anonymous | January 28, 2015 | Wills & Living Wills
Michael P. Jacobs
Mr. Jacobs has provided legal advice to me for four years. While always maintaining a professional relationship, he has been honest and forthright. From wills for my husband and I to legal work regarding a property dispute, Mr. Jacobs has been sensible, yet savvy, about handling these different iss...
Posted by Steve | January 27, 2015 | Elder Law
Aid to a financially abused senior.
We contacted Michael Jacobs for legal help and advice for a senior who is being financially abused. His service was prompt, accurate, and is being effective at helping the senior reclaim their estate. Mr Jacobs has also provided good advice and accountability for the new Power of Attorney. His hel...
"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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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
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Award of Excellence, Richmond Little League
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
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
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Coach
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
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For client
1993
JD - Juris Doctor
1988
BA - Bachelor of Arts
1988
BS - Bachelor of Science
1982
2017
Creditor Claims in Probate and Trust Administrations
2017
HIPPA FERPA and POA's For Your Adult Child
2017
Creditor Claims in Probate and Nonprobate Estates
2008
Prescriptive and Implied Easements
2007
Estate Planning
2006
Business entities and formation for small businesses
2017
2008
Spanish
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