Atty. Steven M. Palmer

Atty. Steven M. Palmer

Steven M. Palmer is an integral member of the CH& Bankruptcy & Creditors’ Rights team, supporting small and mid-sized businesses in Chapter 11 Subchapter V proceedings, receiverships, contract and lease negotiations, and business wind-downs when necessary.

Seattle Seattle 17 yrs experience 17 year
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Profile Summary

About Steven M. Palmer at a glance

Steven M. Palmer is a Member based in Seattle, Washington, practicing at Steven M. Palmer. They have 17+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2009. Their practice focuses on chapter 7, chapter 13, business, real estate, and bankruptcy. Admitted to practice in Ohio (Inactive) (2009) and Washington U.S. District Court, Western District of Washington U.S. District Court, Eastern District (2015). Educated at University of Akron School of Law (J.D., 2009) and Kent State University (B.S. Geology, 2001). Serands clients in Seattle, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Steven M. Palmer is an integral member of the CH& Bankruptcy & Creditors’ Rights team, supporting small and mid-sized businesses in Chapter 11 Subchapter V proceedings, receiverships, contract and lease negotiations, and business wind-downs when necessary
  • With a practice spanning bankruptcy law, debt settlement, and loss mitigation, Steve has represented clients on both sides of bankruptcy matters, including banks, businesses, and individuals, totaling over a thousand cases
  • He is experienced in contract and debt negotiation, real estate litigation, immigration cases, mediation, and foreclosure defense and prosecution
  • Steve is recognized for his strategic planning and commitment to achieving optimal outcomes for his clients
  • He has been acknowledged on the Washington Rising Stars list by Super Lawyers® Magazine and is a two-time recipient of the Cali Excellence in Law award
  • Steve frequently contributes to his field as an author and speaker at national conferences
  • Active in the legal community, he is a member of several professional associations, including the King County Bar Association and the American Bankruptcy Institute
  • Outside of work, Steve enjoys traveling with his family and fishing with his sons

Practice Areas Explained

Steven M. Palmer's Areas of Practice

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

Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

Steven M. Palmer is one of 8,885 chapter 7 attorneys indexed nationally. Browse chapter 7 attorneys in Washington →

Chapter 13 Bankruptcy

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Business & Corporate Law

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

Steven M. Palmer 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.

Steven M. Palmer is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Washington →

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

Steven M. Palmer is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy 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 Steven M. Palmer

Where is Steven M. Palmer's law office located?
Steven M. Palmer's law practice is located in Seattle, Washington. The firm is Steven M. Palmer. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Steven M. Palmer handle?
Steven M. Palmer focuses on chapter 7, chapter 13, business, real estate, bankruptcy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Washington.
How long has Steven M. Palmer practiced law?
Steven M. Palmer has 17+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2009.
Where did Steven M. Palmer go to law school?
Steven M. Palmer earned their education at (J.D., 2009); (B.S. Geology, 2001).
How can I contact Steven M. Palmer for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Akron School of Law
- 2009
B.S. Geology
Kent State University
- 2001

Bar Admissions

Ohio (Inactive)
Admitted: 2009
Washington U.S. District Court, Western District of Washington U.S. District Court, Eastern District
Admitted: 2015

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