Kelly Scott Dougan, Creditor Rights Attorney in Mountlake Terrace, Washington

Kelly concentrates on creditor rights, criminal defense, and family law. Each area below outlines the kind of case Kelly handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

• Creditor Rights

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• Criminal Defense

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• Family Law

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Kelly's primary office is at 22904 47th Pl. W., Mountlake Terrace, WA, 98043-4446. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

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

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

• How much does it cost to hire Kelly for a creditor rights case?

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

• Does Kelly offer a free consultation?

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

• How long do creditor rights cases in Washington typically take?

  Simple creditor rights 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. Kelly gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

• Can Kelly take my case if I'm outside Mountlake Terrace?

  Kelly 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 — Kelly 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 Kelly?

  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. Kelly will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

• Is Kelly accepting new creditor rights clients right now?

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