Adams & Duncan, Inc PS - Everett, WA

Premier Business and Commercial Real Estate Law in Everett

Established in 1986, Adams and Duncan, Inc. P.S. is one of the most respected full-service business and transactional law firms in Snohomish County. Operating from the historic Edwards House at 3128 Colby Avenue in Everett, Washington, the firm represents a diverse clientele ranging from emerging local enterprises to major financial institutions and commercial developers. The attorneys at Adams and Duncan combine sophisticated legal acumen with profound regional business ties, delivering personalized, strategic counsel that drives growth and mitigates risk. When your enterprise needs to hire a business lawyer in Everett or consult with a premier commercial real estate attorney, Adams and Duncan delivers impeccable legal craftsmanship.

Comprehensive Practice Areas and Institutional Expertise

The firm maintains a multidisciplinary practice designed to handle complex commercial, financial, and wealth preservation matters under Washington State and federal law:

• Corporate Law and Business Formation: Guiding companies through startup entity selection, corporate restructuring, shareholder agreements, partnership disputes, mergers and acquisitions, and commercial contract drafting.
• Commercial Real Estate Transactions: Representing buyers, sellers, developers, and landlords in acquisitions, commercial lease negotiation, environmental contamination liability, property development, and real estate litigation.
• Banking Law and Financial Technology: Advising regional banking institutions on regulatory compliance, corporate bank governance, fintech partnerships, financial transactions, and commercial lending practices.
• Tax Planning and Controversy: Structuring complex business transactions and high-net-worth estate plans to minimize corporate and personal tax liabilities, with admission before the United States Tax Court.
• Estate Planning, Trusts, and Elder Law: Drafting wills, revocable living trusts, irrevocable trusts, and medical directives, led by recognized Super Lawyers Rising Stars in elder law and trust litigation.
• Probate and Trust Litigation: Representing executors, trustees, and beneficiaries in Snohomish County probate administration, contested accounting, breach of fiduciary duty, and will contest disputes.
• Municipal and Nonprofit Representation: Providing ongoing general counsel, governance advisory, and regulatory guidance to civic boards, hospital foundations, and community non-profit organizations.

Distinguished Legal Credentials and Regional Leadership

Adams and Duncan has achieved the highest professional rating for legal ability and ethical standards, holding a 5.0 AV Preeminent rating from Martindale-Hubbell. Partner Christopher D. Adams holds a Juris Doctor, a Master of Business Administration, and an advanced Master of Laws in Taxation from the University of Washington, and serves as Chairman of the Board of Coastal Community Bank. Partner Sarah E. Duncan brings renowned experience in elder law, estate planning, and trust litigation. Their collaborative leadership ensures institutional-level capabilities delivered with North Shore boutique dedication.

Rooted in the Heart of Historic Downtown Everett

Situated prominently on Colby Avenue just blocks from the Snohomish County Superior Court, Adams and Duncan, Inc. P.S. is deeply woven into the civic and economic fabric of Everett. Whether you need to structure an intricate commercial merger, plan your family's generational estate, or resolve a complex tax controversy, the firm's seasoned attorneys provide the forward-thinking advocacy required to achieve your objectives. Contact Adams and Duncan to schedule a formal consultation with a leading Washington attorney.