Symone Berdina Carter Scales, Elder Law Attorney in Seattle, Washington

Symone concentrates on elder law, estate planning, poa, probate, and wills. Each area below outlines the kind of case Symone handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

• Elder Law

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• Estate Planning

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• Probate

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• Wills

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Symone's primary office is at 1616 Summit Ave Apt 403, Seattle, WA, 98122-2371. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

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

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

• How much does it cost to hire Symone for a elder law case?

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

• Does Symone offer a free consultation?

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

• How long do elder law cases in Washington typically take?

  Simple elder law 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. Symone gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

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

  Symone 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 — Symone 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 Symone?

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

• Is Symone accepting new elder law clients right now?

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