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Fundamental information gathering requires one to answer questions relating to who, what, when, where, why, and how. In past postings, I have discussed the ‘how’ of acquiring an LLC membership (see, for example: An LLC Issued Me a K-1. What Am I?). As it stands, acquiring membership interest in an LLC rests on a host… Read More

Beresford Booth is seeking a full-time Receptionist/Administrative Assistant. Founded in 1946, Beresford Booth is a full-service law firm located in downtown Edmonds, WA. Our clients range from small startup companies to families to growing businesses. We proudly serve clients across Washington State and throughout the Pacific Northwest. Position Summary: This position will work Monday through… Read More

July 15th, 2021 Andrew McKenzie discusses warranty deeds: traps for the unwary. Read More

Beresford Booth announced today it will celebrate its 75th anniversary with a year-long commitment to community service projects. “We are humbled to celebrate this important milestone by continuing to serve our community,” said David C. Tingstad, the firm’s Managing Partner. “We are extremely grateful to the many businesses and individuals who have supported our firm’s growth… Read More

July 8th, 2021 Attorney, Eli K. Yim presents the ins and outs of confidentiality agreements. Read More

In Washington, a court may order the dissolution of an LLC when “it is not reasonably practicable to carry on the limited liability company’s activities in conformity with the certificate of formation and the limited liability company agreement…” RCW 25.15.274.  While there is no guidance from Washington about the applicable standard, the Iowa Supreme Court… Read More

July 1st, 2021 Family law attorneys Lisa Do and Walton Dabney and their guest - CPA Eli C. Neal from 4 Corners Financial Forensics - discuss when a CPA is needed in a divorce and how to best utilize them. Read More

In the world of litigation, parties can sometimes get so wrapped up in the process of trying to win, that they forget to plan out what they ought to do after they win.  Depending on the nature of the case, victory in litigation may result in the entry of a monetary judgment. Once a court… Read More

David C. Tingstad William O. Kessler Babak Shamsi Ryan J. P. Dyer Please join us in congratulating the four Beresford Booth attorneys who were chosen as honorees for this year's Super Lawyers list! David Tingstad and Bill Kessler were selected as 2021 Washington Super Lawyers, and Babak Shamsi and Ryan Dyer were selected as 2021… Read More