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Richard J. Symmes, Esq. is a Seattle native and the principal attorney at Symmes Law Group, PLLC. Mr. Symmes currently focuses his practice on bankruptcy, estate planning, probate, real estate and trademark matters through his firm Symmes Law Group, PLLC formed in 2010. Since 2009 Mr. Symmes has filed hundreds of bankruptcy cases, and in the process, helped numerous families and businesses recover from financial hardships. During this time Mr. Symmes has also been featured on 1150 AM KKNW, KOMO News, US News and World Report, Kredit Karma and the Seattle Investors Club Podcast. Additionally, Mr. Symmes is rated by consumers as one of the top attorneys in the Seattle area through various online directories such as Google, Yelp and Avvo. Prior to forming the Symmes Law Group, PLLC, Mr. Symmes was an associate attorney at law firms in Denver, Colorado where his practice involved bankruptcy, real estate, insurance and litigation matters. While in law school, Mr. Symmes clerked and interned for several law firms throughout Colorado in the areas of employment, family, gambling, trusts and estates and sports and entertainment law. Mr. Symmes is a graduate of the University of Denver Sturm College of Law where he was the Vice President and Community Director of the Sports and Entertainment Law Society as well as a Staff Editor for the University of Denver Sports and Entertainment Law Journal. Mr. Symmes earned his undergraduate degree from the University of Washington in Seattle where he double majored in economics and communications. Additionally, Mr. Symmes holds a managing brokers real estate license allowing him to assist client with the purchase and sale of real estate in the State of Washington. Education:JD – University of Denver, Sturm College of LawBA – University of Washington Contact info:(206) [email protected] Click here to visit website
Ryan Robinson
When my mother passed away unexpectedly, my siblings and I were not only grieving but also completely overwhelmed by the prospect of navigating her estate. The probate process in Washington seemed like an impenetrable maze of legal and financial hurdles. From our very first consultation, Richard Symmes was a steady, knowledgeable guide. His deep understanding of Seattle probate courts and his practical approach to estate administration were invaluable. He patiently explained every step, from filing the initial petition to handling the final distribution of assets, ensuring we understood our options and obligations. What truly set him apart was his personal touch; as a Seattle native, he understood the local context and connected us with trusted professionals for related matters like real estate. He managed a potentially contentious situation among heirs with remarkable diplomacy, keeping the process focused and fair. Mr. Symmes and his team turned what could have been a year of stress and conflict into a manageable, orderly transition. We felt genuinely cared for as clients, not just case files. His expertise in estate planning and probate is exceptional, and I have already recommended him to several friends for their own estate planning needs.
