About Jonathan B.
Jonathan B. Shaklee built a legal career that moves from classrooms to the courtroom with steady, pragmatic steps. He arrives at meetings with notes and a clear sense of what a client needs. He favors direct language and practical solutions.
He earned his J.D. from Gonzaga University in 2004 after completing a B.A. in political science at Western Washington University in 2000. Those years shaped his interest in law as a practical profession. The academic record put him on a path into Washington’s legal community.
Shaklee began his legal practice as an associate at Labrador Law Office in 2007. He spent that time learning case preparation, courtroom procedure, and client counseling. The role provided hands-on experience in managing day-to-day matters and working within a team of attorneys.
In 2008 he became a managing partner at Shaklee & Oliver. That move changed the balance of his work. Administrative duties increased. He continued to handle clients while taking on leadership responsibilities for the firm’s operations. Colleagues describe him as methodical in managing calendars and files, and attentive to the logistics that keep a small firm functioning.
He is licensed to practice in Washington. That jurisdiction has been the setting for his career since he left law school. His professional path reflects steady advancement rather than sudden shifts. He has combined courtroom and office work over the years, trading long stretches of research for courtroom preparation when cases demand it.
Outside the office he has been involved in bar-related activities and local legal networks since the mid-2000s. Those connections have informed his practice and provided a steady source of referrals. He keeps current on developments in state law through local professional circles and continuing education.
Today he practices at Shaklee & Oliver in Washington. He divides his time between managing the firm and representing clients, and his current practice focuses on representing individuals and businesses in matters arising in Washington state.
