Atty. David E. Ketter

Atty. David E. Ketter

David E. Ketter is a lawyer practicing elder, real estate, real property and 4 other areas of law.

Seattle Seattle 51 Years Experience 51 year
Call (206) 506-0229

Profile Summary

About David E. Ketter at a glance

David E. Ketter is a Partner based in Seattle, Washington, practicing at Simburg, Ketter, Sheppard & Purdy, LLP. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, real estate, and tax. Admitted to practice in Iowa (1975), Illinois (1975), Washington (1977), and U.S. Tax Court (1978). Educated at Georgetown University Law Center (J.D., 1975) and Augustana College (B.A., 1967). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Illinois, Iowa and American (Member, Sections on: Taxation Real Property, Probate and Trust) Bar Associations. Serves clients in Seattle, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • David E. Ketter is a lawyer practicing elder, real estate, real property and 4 other areas of law
  • David received a B.A. degree from Augustana College in 1967, and has been licensed for 51 years
  • David practices at Simburg, Ketter, Sheppard & Purdy, LLP in Seattle, WA

Practice Areas Explained

David E. Ketter's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David E. Ketter 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.

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Real Estate Law

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

David E. Ketter is one of 286,061 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.

David E. Ketter is one of 77,130 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 venue, 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 David E. Ketter

Where is David E. Ketter's law office located?
David E. Ketter's law practice is located in Seattle, Washington. The firm is Simburg, Ketter, Sheppard & Purdy, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David E. Ketter handle?
David E. Ketter 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 David E. Ketter practiced law?
David E. Ketter has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did David E. Ketter go to law school?
David E. Ketter earned their education at (J.D., 1975); (B.A., 1967).
How can I contact David E. Ketter for a consultation?
You can contact David E. Ketter 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 David E. Ketter received?
David E. Ketter's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Georgetown University Law Center
- 1975
B.A.
Augustana College
- 1967

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Iowa
Admitted: 1975
Illinois
Admitted: 1975
Washington
Admitted: 1977
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1978

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