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When Do I Need a Living Trust in Washington?

Including a living trust in your estate plans can save your beneficiaries the expense, time, and hassle of the probate process.

March 21, 2024 |  By: Dubs Herschlip   A living trust, also known as an “inter vivos” trust, is a trust that you create while you are still living. Trusts can be understood as a type of contract between the funder of the trust (“trust grantor”), the trustee, and the beneficiaries. Some trusts, called testamentary… Continue reading When Do I Need a Living Trust in Washington?

What Are the Benefits of Transfer on Death Deeds in Washington?

Recording transfer on death deeds in the county where real property is located in Washington allows property owners to transfer real estate without probate and without real property excise tax- avoiding the expense and hassle of probate in Washington state.

March 15, 2024 |  By: Dubs Herschlip   Traditionally, real estate must pass through a deed signed by all grantees of the last vesting deed, or if one of the grantees has passed away, then a probate proceeding allows a court to transfer title for the deceased grantee. The probate process can be time-consuming and… Continue reading What Are the Benefits of Transfer on Death Deeds in Washington?

The Department of Labor’s New Rule: Employee versus Independent Contractor?

Learn the basic differences between an Employee and an Independent Contractor in Washington State so you can make an informed decision.

March 5, 2024 |  By: Rafael Bultz and Dubs Herschlip   Employee or Independent Contractor? New Rule From the Department of Labor Clarifies Distinction In the dynamic landscape of federal regulations, significant changes have emerged in 2024 that businesses need to be aware of. One of these changes includes the redefining of the classification of… Continue reading The Department of Labor’s New Rule: Employee versus Independent Contractor?

Do I Need a Will or Living Trust in Washington State?

Learn the basic differences between a will and living trust in Washington State so you can make an informed decision in the estate planning process.

March 4, 2024 |  By: Dubs Herschlip   Choosing between a will and a living trust in Washington state can be confusing for various reasons. You may feel that you don’t know which estate planning tool will help you manage your financial portfolio or complex assets. You may be worried about your privacy during the… Continue reading Do I Need a Will or Living Trust in Washington State?

Why You Need a Will in Washington State

Having a will ensures your wishes are followed and avoids leaving important decisions about your assets and heirs in the hands of a court.

March 4, 2024 |  By: Dubs Herschlip   The estate-planning process can be stressful and unpleasant. Many people put drafting a will off because they don’t want to think about leaving their loved ones behind. In some cases, people think they don’t need an estate plan or that they are too young to worry about… Continue reading Why You Need a Will in Washington State

Dunlap Bennett & Ludwig Extends Nationwide Reach with the Addition of Dubs Herschlip and Seattle Office Location

VIENNA, VA (March 1, 2023) – Dunlap Bennett & Ludwig (DBL), announced today that the veteran-owned law firm continues to expand its nationwide reach with the newest addition of Partner Dubs Herschlip, along with a new Seattle office location.   Herschlip will join DBL as their newest Partner in Seattle, Washington. He has been providing… Continue reading Dunlap Bennett & Ludwig Extends Nationwide Reach with the Addition of Dubs Herschlip and Seattle Office Location

Intern Program

As part of our effort to recruit, develop and retail the best and brightest attorneys, Dunlap Bennett & Ludwig offers a summer intern program for promising law school students who are looking to work as part of an innovative and incredibly successful team. With a global team of lawyers, selected candidates are able to work on high level projects in a collaborative space.

Paralegals and Legal Support Staff

At Dunlap Bennett & Ludwig, our team of paralegals and staff work together collaboratively along side our attorneys toward a common goal. We have created a positive work environment where our paralegals and legal assistants work to successfully reach firm-wide goals and support each other to combine individual strengths to enhance team performance. They regularly assist our attorneys with organizing and maintaining files, conducting legal research, and preparing documents.