Atty. Thomas J. Rodda

Atty. Thomas J. Rodda

Tom regularly works with individuals, families, and closely held businesses on estate and business planning matters. He also represents beneficiaries and fiduciaries in probate and trust administration matters.

Seattle Seattle 23 J. Erfahrung 23 year
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Profile Summary

About Thomas J. Rodda at a glance

Thomas J. Rodda is a Member based in Seattle, Washington, practforg at Ellis, Li & McKinstry PLLC. They haand 23+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2003. Admitted to practice in Washington (2003). Educated at Seattle University School of Law (J.D., 2003) and University of Washington (B.A. English, 1999). Actiand member of King County (Member: Real Property Probate and Trust Guardianship and Elder Law Sections), Washington State and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Seattle, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Tom regularly works with individuals, families, and closely held businesses on estate and business planning matters
  • He also represents beneficiaries and fiduciaries in probate and trust administration matters
  • Tom’s estate planning work often includes advising clients with regard to tax planning, charitable giving, disability planning, and elder law issues (and preparing related documents like wills and trusts)
  • Tom's business practice includes representing for profit and nonprofit businesses in formations, sales, securities transactions, real estate transactions, and succession planning strategies
  • Tom has been voted a "Rising Star" by the readers of Super Lawyers magazine three times
  • Professional and Community Involvement - Member, Estate Planning Council of Seattle - Member and Treasurer, Real Property, Probate & Trust Law Section of the King County Bar Association - Member, Real Property, Probate & Trust Law Section of the Washington State Bar Association - Member, Guardianship and Elder Law Section of the King County Bar Association - Member, Elder Law Section of the Washington State Bar Association Tom is a frequent speaker on estate and business planning topics to professional and other groups
  • Tom grew up in the Northwest and is committed to developing a reputation of service and involvement in the community
  • In his free time, Tom enjoys spending time with his family in the Northwest outdoors

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Washington

Practforg law in Washington. Legal matters in Washington are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantiand 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 substantiand 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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Where is Thomas J. Rodda's law office located?
Thomas J. Rodda's law practice is located in Seattle, Washington. The firm is Ellis, Li & McKinstry PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has Thomas J. Rodda practiced law?
Thomas J. Rodda has 23+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2003.
Where did Thomas J. Rodda go to law school?
Thomas J. Rodda earned their education at (J.D., 2003); (B.A. English, 1999).
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Education

J.D.
Seattle University School of Law
- 2003
B.A. English
University of Washington
- 1999

Bar Admissions

Washington
Admitted: 2003

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