Tuohy Minor Kruse PLLC - Everett, WA

Trusted Legal Advocacy for Families and Businesses in Everett

Whether embarking on a marital dissolution, adopting a child, drafting an estate plan, or launching a business venture, having skilled legal counsel is essential. Tuohy Minor Kruse PLLC has served individuals, families, and business owners throughout Everett, Snohomish County, and Skagit County since 2008. The firm's seasoned attorneys bring more than fifty years of combined experience, pairing rigorous courtroom litigation skill with empathetic client care. When you need an attorney who will listen attentively, explain legal options clearly, and energetically pursue your goals, Tuohy Minor Kruse PLLC delivers dedicated support.

Comprehensive Family Law, Divorce, and Adoption

Family law proceedings involve intricate financial considerations and emotional transitions. The divorce and family law lawyers at Tuohy Minor Kruse PLLC provide compassionate guidance to protect your future.

• Divorce and Legal Separation: Guiding clients through contested and uncontested dissolutions, legal separations, and complex community property divisions.
• Child Custody and Parenting Plans: Establishing enforceable parenting plans that prioritize the best interests of children while securing parental rights.
• Child Support and Maintenance: Calculating statutory child support under Washington economic guidelines and negotiating equitable spousal maintenance terms.
• Adoption Lawyers Services: Handling stepparent adoptions, foster child adoptions, and private placements to unite families under Washington law.

Estate Planning, Probate Settlement, and Guardianships

Preserving family assets and planning for unforeseen events requires meticulous documentation. Tuohy Minor Kruse PLLC assists clients across the Puget Sound in designing enduring estate structures.

• Wills and Estate Planning: Drafting last wills, living trusts, durable powers of attorney, and healthcare directives tailored to personal circumstances.
• Probate and Estate Settlement: Guiding personal representatives through probate filings, creditor notices, and the orderly distribution of estate assets.
• Guardianship and Conservatorship: Assisting families in petitioning for legal guardianships to protect elderly or incapacitated relatives.

Business Formation and Real Estate Representation

Local entrepreneurs and property owners rely on the firm for dependable transactional counsel.

• Business Formation: Advising startups and established enterprises on business formation, entity structuring, and operational contracts.
• Commercial Contracts: Drafting and reviewing vendor agreements, employment documents, and commercial covenants.
• Real Estate Transactions: Drafting lease agreements, resolving boundary conflicts, and handling real property contracts.

Recognized Courtroom Skill and Community Commitment

Those seeking to find a lawyer with an established local reputation benefit from the leadership of partners Deane W. Minor, Kara M. Kruse, Renee M. DeFreece, and Melanie C. Griffin. With accolades including Super Lawyers recognition, Martindale-Hubbell Distinguished ratings, and the WSBA Local Hero Award, the firm is known for ethical advocacy.

Consult With an Everett Attorney

If you need to hire an attorney for a family law matter, estate plan, or business transaction, Tuohy Minor Kruse PLLC is ready to assist. Contact the Everett office on Wetmore Avenue to schedule a consultation.