Atty. Christopher M. Henderson
Christopher M. Henderson is a partner at Brothers Henderson Durkin, P.S., where he brings experience in disability rights, business, and technology.
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Christopher M. Henderson is a Partner based in Seattle, Washington, practicing at Brothers Henderson Durkin, P.S.. They have 17+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2009. Their practice focuses on probate, estate planning, poa, elder law, and education. Admitted to practice in Washington U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Washington U.S. District Court, Western District (2009) and Washington (2009). Educated at University of Washington School of Law (J.D., 2008) and Stanford University (B.S. Symbolic, 2000). Active member of Washington State Bar Association. Serands clients in Seattle, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Christopher M. Henderson is a partner at Brothers Henderson Durkin, P.S., where he brings experience in disability rights, business, and technology
- His legal practice includes estate planning, advising on special needs trusts, guardianship, and federal and state benefits
- He also represents clients in disputes involving these matters
- Chris regularly works with beneficiaries, attorneys, and fiduciaries on settlements and related legal matters
- Before entering legal practice, Chris served as a software developer and CTO, focusing on technology solutions for individuals with disabilities
- He later worked at a global law firm in Seattle, advising emerging technology companies on transactions and corporate governance
- While in law school, Chris served as symposium editor for the Washington Law Review, collaborating with late EEOC Commissioner Paul Miller on a global disability rights symposium
- He edited the resulting publication, “Framing Legal and Human Rights Strategies for Change,” focused on disability rights in Asia
- Chris resides on Vashon Island with his wife, three children, and their family dog
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Christopher M. Henderson is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Washington →
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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Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.
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Education attorneys for special education (IEP), school discipline, Title IX, and student rights.
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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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