Atty. Patrick Michael Hanis
I am a partner at Hanis Irvine Prothero, PLLC. I assist people with estate planning, probate, real estate, and business transactions.
Estate Planning/Probate/Wills & More Attorney · Serving Covington, WA · 25+ Years Experience
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About Patrick Michael Hanis at a Glance
Patrick Michael Hanis is a Partner based in Covington, Washington, practicing at Hanis Irvine Prothero, PLLC. They have 25+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2001. Their practice focuses on probate, personal injury, estate planning, real estate, and zoning. Admitted to practice in Washington (2001). Educated at Gonzaga University (J.D., 2001) and University of Washington (B.A., 1998). Serves clients in Covington, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Patrick Michael Hanis
- I am a partner at Hanis Irvine Prothero, PLLC. I assist people with estate planning, probate, real estate, and business transactions
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Practice Areas Explained
Patrick Michael Hanis's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Patrick Michael Hanis handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Covington.
Probate in Covington
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Personal Injury in Covington
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.
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Estate Planning & Probate in Covington
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
Patrick Michael Hanis is one of 224,789 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Washington →
Real Estate Law in Covington
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Patrick Michael Hanis is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Washington →
Land Use & Zoning in Covington
Patrick Michael Hanis is one of 39,875 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in Washington →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Covington
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 Covington 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.
Covington Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Covington-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Covington Choose Patrick Michael Hanis
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Patrick Michael Hanis's practice in the field of probate, personal injury, estate planning, real estate, and zoning.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Patrick Michael Hanis brings 25+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering probate, personal injury, and estate planning, Patrick Michael Hanis can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Covington
A Covington-based practice means Patrick Michael Hanis attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Patrick Michael Hanis Handles in Covington
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Patrick Michael Hanis has experience with under Washington law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Patrick Michael Hanis directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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