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Atty. Deborah L. Cochelin

Atty. Deborah L. Cochelin

Ms. Deborah L.

Seattle Seattle 39 yrs experience 39 year
Call (206) 905-4385 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Deborah L. Cochelin at a glance

Deborah L. Cochelin is a Member based in Seattle, Washington, practicing at Law Office of Deborah L. Cochelin, PLLC. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on probate, personal injury, estate planning, tax, and poa. Admitted to practice in South Carolina (1987) and Washington (1988). Educated at University of South Carolina (J.D., 1986) and College of Charleston (B.A., 1974). Active member of Secretary/Treasurer, 1982-1983 and President, 1984, Washington State Bar Association International Law Society. Serands clients in Seattle, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Ms. Deborah L. Cochelin is a lawyer practicing elder, guardianships, personal injury and 8 other areas of law
  • Deborah received a B.A. degree from College of Charleston in 1974, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • Deborah practices at Law Office of Deborah L. Cochelin, PLLC in Seattle, WA

Practice Areas Explained

Deborah L. Cochelin's Areas of Practice

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

Probate

Deborah L. Cochelin is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Washington →

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Deborah L. Cochelin is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury 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.

Deborah L. Cochelin is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Washington →

Tax Law

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

Deborah L. Cochelin is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Washington →

Power of Attorney

Deborah L. Cochelin is one of 33,188 poa attorneys indexed nationally. Browse poa 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 Deborah L. Cochelin

Where is Deborah L. Cochelin's law office located?
Deborah L. Cochelin's law practice is located in Seattle, Washington. The firm is Law Office of Deborah L. Cochelin, PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Deborah L. Cochelin handle?
Deborah L. Cochelin focuses on probate, personal injury, estate planning, tax, poa. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Washington.
How long has Deborah L. Cochelin practiced law?
Deborah L. Cochelin has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did Deborah L. Cochelin go to law school?
Deborah L. Cochelin earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (B.A., 1974).
How can I contact Deborah L. Cochelin for a consultation?
You can contact Deborah L. Cochelin 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.

Education

J.D.
University of South Carolina
- 1986
B.A.
College of Charleston
- 1974

Bar Admissions

South Carolina
Admitted: 1987
Washington
Admitted: 1988

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