Alaina Elizabeth Lacter, Business Attorney in Seattle, Washington

Alaina concentrates on business, environmental, estate planning, formation, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Alaina handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

• Business

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• Environmental

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• Estate Planning

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• Formation

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• Litigation

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• Probate

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• Real Estate

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• Trusts

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• Wills

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Alaina's primary office is at 1001 Fourth Avenue, Suite 4500, Seattle, WA, 98154-1065. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Alaina usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Alaina discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.

• How much does it cost to hire Alaina for a business case?

  Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Alaina walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

• Does Alaina offer a free consultation?

  Alaina charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Alaina's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Alaina's current terms during booking.

• How long do business cases in Washington typically take?

  Simple business matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Alaina gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

• Can Alaina take my case if I'm outside Seattle?

  Alaina is licensed in Washington. Matters governed by Washington law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Alaina will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

• What should I bring to my first meeting with Alaina?

  Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Alaina will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

• Is Alaina accepting new business clients right now?

  Alaina's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.