Atty. Christien L. Drakeley

Atty. Christien L. Drakeley

Christien L. Drakeley is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, business/ commercial, contracts and 3 other areas of law.

Seattle Seattle 39 yrs experience 39 year
Call (206) 775-8540 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Christien L. Drakeley at a glance

Christien L. Drakeley is a Member based in Seattle, Washington, practicing at Drakeley PLLC. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on contracts, probate, estate planning, business, and bankruptcy. Admitted to practice in Washington (1987). Serands clients in Seattle, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Christien L. Drakeley is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, business/ commercial, contracts and 3 other areas of law
  • Christien has been licensed for 39 years
  • Christien practices at Drakeley PLLC in Seattle, WA

Practice Areas Explained

Christien L. Drakeley's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Christien L. Drakeley handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Contracts

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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.

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Christien L. Drakeley is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Washington →

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

Christien L. Drakeley is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy 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 Christien L. Drakeley

Where is Christien L. Drakeley's law office located?
Christien L. Drakeley's law practice is located in Seattle, Washington. The firm is Drakeley PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Christien L. Drakeley handle?
Christien L. Drakeley focuses on contracts, probate, estate planning, business, bankruptcy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Washington.
How long has Christien L. Drakeley practiced law?
Christien L. Drakeley has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
How can I contact Christien L. Drakeley for a consultation?
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Bar Admissions

Washington
Admitted: 1987

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