Atty. Dawson Taylor

Atty. Dawson Taylor

Dawson Taylor is a lawyer practicing affordable housing & tax credits, corporate finance & business transactions, distressed real estate and 2 other areas of law. Dawson received a B.S.B.A. degree from Georgetown University in 1969, and has been licensed for 37 years.

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About Dawson Taylor at a glance

Dawson Taylor is an Attorney based in Seattle, Washington, practicing at Cairncross & Hempelmann, P.S.. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on trusts, estate planning, business, real estate, and tax. Admitted to practice in Washington (1989). Educated at Wayne State University (J.D., 1974) and Georgetown University (B.S.B.A., 1969). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Washington State Bar Association. Serands clients in Seattle, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Dawson Taylor is a lawyer practicing affordable housing & tax credits, corporate finance & business transactions, distressed real estate and 2 other areas of law
  • Dawson received a B.S.B.A. degree from Georgetown University in 1969, and has been licensed for 37 years
  • Dawson practices at Cairncross & Hempelmann, P.S. in Seattle, WA

Practice Areas Explained

Dawson Taylor's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

Dawson Taylor is one of 104,171 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Washington →

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.

Dawson Taylor is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Washington →

Business & Corporate Law

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

Dawson Taylor is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Washington →

Real Estate Law

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

Dawson Taylor 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.

Dawson Taylor 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 Dawson Taylor

Where is Dawson Taylor's law office located?
Dawson Taylor's law practice is located in Seattle, Washington. The firm is Cairncross & Hempelmann, P.S.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Dawson Taylor handle?
Dawson Taylor focuses on trusts, estate planning, business, real estate, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Washington.
How long has Dawson Taylor practiced law?
Dawson Taylor has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did Dawson Taylor go to law school?
Dawson Taylor earned their education at (J.D., 1974); (B.S.B.A., 1969).
How can I contact Dawson Taylor for a consultation?
You can contact Dawson Taylor 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 Dawson Taylor received?
Dawson Taylor's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Wayne State University
- 1974
B.S.B.A.
Georgetown University
- 1969

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Washington
Admitted: 1989

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