Elder & More Attorney · Serving Seattle, WA · 48+ Years Experience
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About Sharon E. Best at a Glance
Sharon E. Best is a Member based in Seattle, Washington, practicing at Sharon E. Best Law & Escrow, PLLC. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on probate, estate planning, real estate, zoning, and elder law. Admitted to practice in Georgia (1978) and Washington (1989). Educated at University of Florida (J.D., 1977) and University of Missouri (B.A., 1969). Recognitions include CV Notable. Active member of Washington State Bar Association. Serves clients in Seattle, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Sharon E. Best
- Ms. Sharon E. Best is a lawyer practicing elder, estate planning/ probate/ wills, real property/ land use and 2 other areas of law
- Sharon received a B.A. degree from University of Missouri in 1969, and has been licensed for 48 years
- Sharon practices at Sharon E. Best Law & Escrow, PLLC in Seattle, WA
Practice Areas Explained
Sharon E. Best's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Sharon E. Best handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Seattle.
Probate in Seattle
Sharon E. Best is one of 127,041 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Washington →
Estate Planning & Probate in Seattle
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
Sharon E. Best is one of 224,789 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Washington →
Real Estate Law in Seattle
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Sharon E. Best is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Washington →
Land Use & Zoning in Seattle
Sharon E. Best is one of 39,875 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in Washington →
Elder Law in Seattle
Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.
Sharon E. Best is one of 52,999 elder law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse elder law attorneys in Washington →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Seattle
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.
Seattle Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Seattle-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 Seattle Choose Sharon E. Best
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 Sharon E. Best's practice in the field of probate, estate planning, real estate, zoning, and elder law.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Sharon E. Best brings 48+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Georgia and Washington, Sharon E. Best can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering probate, estate planning, and real estate, Sharon E. Best can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Seattle
A Seattle-based practice means Sharon E. Best 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 Sharon E. Best Handles in Seattle
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Sharon E. Best 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.
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