Seattle, WA
Seattle Business, Tax & Estate Lawyers
Relevant Law serves founders, executives, and families across Seattle, Capitol Hill, Queen Anne, Ballard, Fremont, the University District, West Seattle, and the broader Greater Seattle region from a Bellevue office that is a quick drive or short transit ride away. The practice focuses on proactive business law and estate planning — the work that builds and protects, rather than the litigation that follows when something has already gone wrong.
Services offered
How Lawyers Help in Seattle
Serving Seattle, Capitol Hill, Queen Anne, Ballard, Fremont, University District, West Seattle with comprehensive legal solutions for business and individuals.
About Our Firm
Your Seattle Legal Partner
Seattle clients work with lawyers who handle business formation under the Washington Business Corporation Act and the Washington Uniform Limited Liability Company Act, commercial contracts, mergers and acquisitions, business and personal tax planning, equity compensation strategy, wills and trusts under RCW Title 11, community property agreements, real estate transactions, and ongoing advisory counsel. Engagements use transparent flat-fee or retainer pricing so you can budget for legal as a line item rather than a surprise.
The team combines local Washington practice knowledge — including the realities of the Washington estate tax, the Washington capital gains tax, B&O tax, and community property rules — with the resources of a national legal network and the personal relationships that matter for Seattle businesses and families. Call (425) 655-7875 to schedule a consultation.
Meet Our Team
The Relevant Law Approach
"Hourly billing rewards inefficiency. Our model rewards us for solving your problem faster."
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Washington Legal Landscape
What Seattle Residents Should Know
Estate Planning in Washington
Washington is one of only a few states that imposes its own estate tax, with exemptions and rates set under RCW 83.100. Estates exceeding the state exemption threshold face graduated rates up to 20%. Our Seattle lawyers help clients structure plans using bypass trusts, qualified terminable interest property (QTIP) trusts, and strategic gifting to minimize Washington estate tax exposure while ensuring comprehensive asset protection.
Business Formation in Washington
Washington's Secretary of State oversees business entity filings. The state's robust tech economy and absence of a personal income tax make it attractive for business formation. Our Seattle lawyers guide founders through LLC formation under the Washington Uniform Limited Liability Company Act (RCW 25.15), corporation formation, and compliance with Washington's Business & Occupation (B&O) tax requirements.
Tax Planning in Washington
Washington has no personal income tax but imposes a Business & Occupation (B&O) tax and a capital gains tax on certain high-value transactions (RCW 82.87). Our Seattle lawyers help clients navigate these obligations while leveraging Washington's favorable tax environment for wealth preservation through trusts, charitable planning, and multi-generational transfer strategies.
This information is provided for general educational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. State laws and regulations are subject to change. Consult a lawyer for guidance specific to your situation.
Areas Served
Seattle, WA Lawyers Serving Surrounding Communities
The Seattle office provides business law, estate planning, tax strategy, and real estate legal services to clients throughout Washington. Whether you need a lawyer near Capitol Hill or Queen Anne, the team is ready to help.
Every Relevant Law office is led by lawyers who live and work in your community. As part of the Relevant Law network, Seattle lawyers have access to shared resources, specialized expertise across practice areas, and advanced legal technology — all while maintaining the personal relationships and local knowledge that matter most.
Seattle Office
800 Bellevue Way NE, Unit 500
Bellevue, WA 98004
Monday-Friday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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Featured Insight
Legal Outlook 2026
Our annual report on the legal landscape for businesses and individuals. Explore the key developments that will shape decisions for Washington residents in the year ahead.
Read the ReportRelated Resources
Featured Guides from Relevant Law
Business Formation
LLC vs Corporation: Choosing Your Business Structure
Compare LLC, S-Corp, and C-Corp tax treatment, liability protection, and operational flexibility.
Estate Planning
Estate Planning: Why Every Adult Needs a Plan and How to Start
What an estate plan includes, why you need one, and how to get started.
Succession
Business Succession Planning: A Strategic Framework for Ownership Transition
Valuation, legal structures, and tax planning for owners preparing to transition the business.
Wealth Planning
The New $15M Estate Tax Exemption: What It Means for Your Wealth
How the One Big Beautiful Bill Act made the $15M federal exemption permanent — and what to do about it.
Common Questions
Guidance Before You Hire
Straightforward answers to the questions we hear most from business owners and families exploring their legal options.
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Schedule a consultation to discuss your legal needs with our Seattle team. We serve clients throughout Seattle, Capitol Hill, Queen Anne, Ballard, and the surrounding region.
Washington Disclosure
The Supreme Court of Washington does not recognize specialties in the practice of law, and no representation is made that the quality of legal services to be performed is greater than the quality of legal services performed by other lawyers.
Relevant Law offices are independently owned and operated by licensed attorneys.