Atty. Benjamin Gould Porter

Atty. Benjamin Gould Porter

Atty. Benjamin Gould Porter is a lawyer practicing estate planning and probate, wealth transfer, taxation and 6 other areas of law.

Seattle Seattle 60 yrs experience 60 year
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Profile Summary

About Benjamin Gould Porter at a glance

Benjamin Gould Porter is a Member based in Seattle, Washington, practicing at Porter Kohli, P.S.. They have 60+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1966. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, real estate, and tax. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1966), Wisconsin (1966), and Washington (1971). Educated at Georgetown University Law Center (LL.M., 1971) and University of Wisconsin (J.D. Business, 1966). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Seattle, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Atty. Benjamin Gould Porter is a lawyer practicing estate planning and probate, wealth transfer, taxation and 6 other areas of law
  • Benjamin received a degree from Georgetown University Law Center in 1971, and has been licensed for 60 years
  • Benjamin practices at Porter Kohli, P.S. in Seattle, WA

Practice Areas Explained

Benjamin Gould Porter's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Benjamin Gould Porter handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

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Probate

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Benjamin Gould Porter is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Washington →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Benjamin Gould Porter is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Washington →

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

Benjamin Gould Porter is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Washington →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Washington

Practicing law in Washington. Legal matters in Washington are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Seattle are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Washington state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Washington brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Washington courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Benjamin Gould Porter

Where is Benjamin Gould Porter's law office located?
Benjamin Gould Porter's law practice is located in Seattle, Washington. The firm is Porter Kohli, P.S.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Benjamin Gould Porter handle?
Benjamin Gould Porter focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, real estate, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Washington.
How long has Benjamin Gould Porter practiced law?
Benjamin Gould Porter has 60+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1966.
Where did Benjamin Gould Porter go to law school?
Benjamin Gould Porter earned their education at (LL.M., 1971); (J.D. Business, 1966).
How can I contact Benjamin Gould Porter for a consultation?
You can contact Benjamin Gould Porter directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Benjamin Gould Porter received?
Benjamin Gould Porter's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

LL.M.
Georgetown University Law Center
- 1971
J.D. Business
University of Wisconsin
- 1966

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1966
Wisconsin
Admitted: 1966
Washington
Admitted: 1971

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