News Author: Julie Pendleton
Breaches of Fiduciary Duties in Closely Held Companies
In Washington State, closely held companies are those in which the ownership is concentrated among a small number of shareholders. These companies may also be family-owned or held by a group of individuals who have a relationship with one another beyond just being co-owners. While these companies may have a different dynamic than public corporations,
Who Pays for Attorneys Fees in Litigation?
One of the first questions asked of me by clients when considering litigation is, “Can I make the other side pay for my attorney’s fees?” In Washington State, the answer to that question is generally no. This is referred to as the “American Rule.” Courts have reiterated their support for the American Rule because (1)
Husband, Wife, Partner, Significant Other: Risks of Home Buying as an Unmarried Couple
The real estate market in Seattle is notoriously expensive and competitive and everyone seems to be looking for more space as we enter the second year of a pandemic. There is also a rise in nontraditional partners buying houses together. If you are considering buying a house with a partner to whom you are not
Commercial Litigation in the Time of COVID-19
It is undeniable that COVID-19 has affected all of our lives in more ways than we might ever have imagined. It is unsurprising that COVID-19 is affecting the way the Courts operate. In Washington State the Courts are adapting and setting up new guideline that allows pending litigation to continue and new matters to be