Atty. Stephen P. VanDerhoef

Atty. Stephen P. VanDerhoef

Stephen P. VanDerhoef is a lawyer practicing distressed m&a transactions, distressed real estate, litigation and 4 other areas of law.

Seattle Seattle 36 yrs experience 36 year
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Profile Summary

About Stephen P. VanDerhoef at a glance

Stephen P. VanDerhoef is an Attorney based in Seattle, Washington, practicing at Cairncross & Hempelmann, P.S.. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, m&a, litigation, and maritime. Admitted to practice in Washington (1990). Educated at University of Puget Sound School of Law (J.D., 1990) and University of Notre Dame (B.A., 1987). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of King County and Washington State Bar Associations. Serands clients in Seattle, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Stephen P. VanDerhoef is a lawyer practicing distressed m&a transactions, distressed real estate, litigation and 4 other areas of law
  • Stephen received a B.A. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1987, and has been licensed for 36 years
  • Stephen practices at Cairncross & Hempelmann, P.S. in Seattle, WA

Practice Areas Explained

Stephen P. VanDerhoef's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Real Estate Law

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

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Mergers & Acquisitions

Stephen P. VanDerhoef is one of 49,731 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in Washington →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Maritime & Admiralty Law

Maritime attorneys for Jones Act claims, longshore injury, cruise ship cases, and offshore matters.

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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 Stephen P. VanDerhoef

Where is Stephen P. VanDerhoef's law office located?
Stephen P. VanDerhoef'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 Stephen P. VanDerhoef handle?
Stephen P. VanDerhoef focuses on business, real estate, m&a, litigation, maritime. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Washington.
How long has Stephen P. VanDerhoef practiced law?
Stephen P. VanDerhoef has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did Stephen P. VanDerhoef go to law school?
Stephen P. VanDerhoef earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (B.A., 1987).
How can I contact Stephen P. VanDerhoef for a consultation?
You can contact Stephen P. VanDerhoef 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 Stephen P. VanDerhoef received?
Stephen P. VanDerhoef's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Puget Sound School of Law
- 1990
B.A.
University of Notre Dame
- 1987

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Washington
Admitted: 1990

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