Rene M. Chinen, Business Attorney in Port Townsend, Washington

Rene concentrates on business. Each area below outlines the kind of case Rene handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

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Rene's primary office is at 62 Windsor Ln, Port Townsend, WA, 98368-9591. 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 Rene usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Rene 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 Rene for a business case?

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

• Does Rene offer a free consultation?

  Rene charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Rene's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Rene'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. Rene gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

• Can Rene take my case if I'm outside Port Townsend?

  Rene 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 — Rene 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 Rene?

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

• Is Rene accepting new business clients right now?

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