Washington residents facing probate issues have access to attorneys who specialize in estate administration, will contests, trust disputes, guardianship, and conservatorship proceedings. The legal framework in Washington differs from other states in important ways, and the attorneys listed here have experience navigating Superior Court proceedings and the specific regulations that govern probate cases in this jurisdiction.

The statute of limitations for probate matters in Washington is generally 6 years written, 3 years oral, though specific deadlines vary by case type. Cases proceed through Superior Court, and Washington's state laws may provide protections or requirements that differ from federal standards. The Washington State Bar Association sets the professional standards for practitioners, and attorneys who focus on probate in Washington bring jurisdictional expertise that general practitioners often lack.

Choosing the right probate attorney in Washington means evaluating more than just qualifications — it means finding someone who understands the local legal system and has handled similar cases. Use the profiles on this page to compare attorney experience, read client reviews, check office locations, and identify lawyers who offer free initial consultations. Taking the time to compare options can significantly affect your outcome.

For a detailed overview of how probate law works in Washington — including key statutes, deadlines, and what to expect from the legal process — Read our complete guide to probate law in Washington. If you're ready to take the next step, browse the attorney profiles below and reach out for a free consultation.

Nicholas A. Alexander - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Vancouver Wills and Trusts
 605 E. McLoughlin Blvd Vanouver WA 98663
(360) 326-0134
Willamette University College of Law (2011)
English
Washington Bar
Unknown Status
Elder Law Estate Planning Nursing Home Abuse
Lynn St. Louis - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Elder Law Group PLLC
 711 W Indiana Ave Ste 102 Spokane WA 99205
(509) 468-0551
Bar #15348
Washington Bar
Active License
Verified
Elder Law Estate Planning Probate
Carol Catherine Mccaulley - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
McCaulley Law
 1493 N Shepherd Rd Washougal WA 98671
(360) 606-3620
Washington State University - Pullman campus
Bar #31122
Oregon Bar
Active License
Verified
Business Law Civil Rights Collections
Andy Wetzel - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
McNeice Wheeler, PLLC
 221 West Main Avenue Suite 100 Spokane WA 99201
(509) 928-4141
Gonzaga University School of Law (2016)
Washington Bar
Unknown Status
Business Law Estate Planning Landlord Tenant
Michael Allen Boswell - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Boswell Law Offices, PLLC
 220 1st NE Auburn WA 98002
(253) 286-8473
Whittier Law School
Bar #198994
California Bar
Active License
Verified
Appeals & Appellate Arbitration & Mediation Business Law
Sarah Cuellar - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Law Office of Sarah N. Cuellar, PLLC
 665 S. Clark Ave. Unit 2 Republic WA 99166
(509) 207-9162
Gonzaga University School of Law (2010)
Washington Bar
Unknown Status
Business Law Collections Elder Law
Joy Lee Barnhart - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Law Office of Joy Lee Barnhart
 15 S Grady Way Ste 535 Renton WA 98057
(425) 255-5535
Bar #12250
Washington Bar
Active License
Verified
Bankruptcy Estate Planning Family Law
Stephen Michael Waltar - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Stephen M. Waltar PS
 1750 112th Avenue NE, Suite C245 Bellevue WA 98004
(425) 455-6788
Bar #23651
Washington Bar
Active License
Verified
Business Law Estate Planning Probate
Michael William Frey - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Michael W. Frey PLLC
 600 Royal Street Suite B Kelso WA 98626
(360) 577-8700
Bar #26087
Washington Bar
Active License
Verified
Construction Law Criminal Law Elder Law
Patrick Trivett - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Trivett Law Offices
 1031 State Avenue Suite 103 Marysville WA 98270
(360) 659-8282
Seattle University (2003)
English, Spanish
Washington Bar
Active License
Business Law Divorce DUI & DWI
Charles Rivoire Hostnik - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Curiale Hostnik PLLC
 315 - 39th Ave SW Suite 9 Puyallup WA 98373
(253) 475-4200
University of Puget Sound
Squaxin Island Tribal Court Bar
Unknown Status
Arbitration & Mediation Business Law Estate Planning
Matthew Philbrook - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Law Office of Matthew Philbrook, P.S.
 300 W. 39th St. Vancouver WA 98660
(360) 695-3309
Gonzaga University (1998)
Washington Bar
Active License
Animal & Dog Law Arbitration & Mediation Criminal Law
Kenneth V Hoffman - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Law Office of Kenneth V. Hoffman
 800 N. Devine Rd. Vancouver WA 98661
(360) 695-5150
Bar #10818
Washington Bar
Active License
Verified
Business Law Estate Planning Probate
David Schultz - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
David Schultz Law Office
 430 NE Everett St Camas WA 98607
(360) 834-4611
Willamette University College of Law (2000)
Bar #33796
Washington Bar
Active License
Verified
Business Law Criminal Law Family Law
David Neubeck - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 2828 Northwest Ave Bellingham WA 98226
(360) 647-8846
University of Minnesota Law School (1996)
Washington Bar
Active License
Elder Law Estate Planning Probate
Susan Pai - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Cap City Law
 2401 Bristol Court SW Suite A-103 Olympia WA 98502
(360) 570-2038
Washington Bar
Unknown Status
Estate Planning Immigration Law Probate
Susan Skelton - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Skelton Law Office
 1812 Hewett Ave #210 Everett WA 98201
(360) 822-7224
Saint Louis University School of Law (2003)
English
Washington Bar
Unknown Status
Bankruptcy Collections Estate Planning
Mark David Nusz - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Westward LAW pllc
 1204 Cleveland Ave. Mount Vernon WA 98273
(360) 364-5030
University of Washington School of Law (2017)
English
Washington Bar
Unknown Status
Bankruptcy Business Law Estate Planning
Christopher Michael Small - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
CMS Law Office LLC
 150 Lake St. S., Suite 218 Kirkland WA 98033
(206) 659-1512
University of Kansas School of Law (2002)
English
Missouri Bar
Active License
Business Law Estate Planning Probate
Steven Wee - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Steven Wee Law Office, P.S.
 708 N Argonne Rd Ste 1B Spokane Valley WA 99212
(509) 315-8087
Bar #30620
Washington Bar
Active License
Verified
Elder Law Estate Planning Probate
Irang Kim - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 19910 50th Ave. W., Suite 205 Lynnwood WA 98036
4259471130108
Washington Bar
Unknown Status
Business Law Estate Planning Immigration Law
Zachary P Hummer - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Hummer Boyd PLLC
 6 S 2nd St. Ste 1016 Yakima WA 98901
(509) 895-2500
Gonzaga University School of Law (2007)
Washington Bar
Unknown Status
Agricultural Law Bankruptcy Business Law
Emily Rose - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Limitless Law PLLC
 1313 E Maple St #400 Bellingham WA 98225
(360) 685-0145
Washington State Bar Association Law Clerk Program (2008)
English
Washington Bar
Unknown Status
Bankruptcy Business Law Estate Planning
Craig McReary - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Craig M. McReary, P.S.
 1265 14th Ave. Ste. 120 PO Box 2340 LONGVIEW WA 98632
(360) 578-2000
Federal Circuit Bar
Unknown Status
Business Law Estate Planning Personal Injury
James A. Pautler - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 3411 Colby Ave Everett WA 98201
(425) 312-6094
Seattle University School of Law (2002)
Washington Bar
Active License
Criminal Law Divorce Estate Planning
Jeff Kurt Petersen - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
3 Rivers Law Center
 841A 12th Ave Longview WA 98632
(360) 442-4101
Bar #46300
Washington Bar
Active License
Verified
Arbitration & Mediation Estate Planning Family Law
Lisa Saar - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Law Office of Lisa Saar PLLC
 805 DuPont St Ste 6 Bellingham WA 98225
(360) 733-3374
Washington Bar
Unknown Status
Elder Law Estate Planning Nursing Home Abuse
John Kenney - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
John Kenney & Associates, PLLC
 17791 Fjord Dr NE Suite 154 Poulsbo WA 98370
(360) 850-1049
University of Washington School of Law (2004)
English, Italian
Arizona Bar
Active License
Business Law Elder Law Estate Planning
Mark David Mullins - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Mark D. Mullins
 206 S Lincoln St Ste 205 Port Angeles WA 98362
(360) 457-7223
Bar #19777
Washington Bar
Active License
Verified
Divorce Elder Law Estate Planning
Brent Bowden - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Gillin Law Group, PLLC
 19910 50th Ave W, Ste 205 Lynnwood WA 98036
(425) 947-1130
Vermont Law School (2008)
Washington Bar
Unknown Status
Business Law Estate Planning Immigration Law
Thomas A. Hackett - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
NW Legacy Law, P.S.
 650 N.E. Holladay Street, Suite 1600 Portland OR 97232
(360) 975-7770
University of Washington School of Law
English, Spanish
Washington Bar
Unknown Status
Business Law Elder Law Estate Planning
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