Business Details
22 Years
experience
Trusted Estate Planning & Elder Law Services in Bellevue, WA
At the Law Office of Kristin Lillquist Reeder, we are dedicated to providing personalized, client-focused legal services in estate planning, elder law, probate, and guardianship. With over two decades of experience, our practice is built on fostering trust through thorough consultations and tailored solutions. We prioritize understanding each client's unique circumstances, including family dynamics and asset structures, to create comprehensive plans that protect loved ones and preserve legacies. Our attorney, Kristin Lillquist Reeder, combines academic excellence from the University of Washington School of Law with practical expertise gained through judicial clerkship and private practice since 2004.Recognized as a Rising Star by Washington Law and Politics magazine, we maintain active involvement in legal education and community service, including pro bono work and speaking engagements at medical centers and legal seminars. Our approach balances professionalism with compassion, particularly for families navigating special needs planning or long-term care challenges.
Services
Estate Planning
Probate
Elder Law
Guardianship
Medicaid Planning
Asset Protection
Special Needs Trusts
Wills & Trusts
Details
- Year established: 2004
Highlights and features
- Personalized one-hour initial consultations for comprehensive planning
- Rising Star attorney recognition by Washington Law and Politics magazine
- Specialized expertise in special needs trusts and Medicaid planning
- Active community involvement through pro bono legal services
- Extensive experience teaching legal seminars at medical centers and parenting groups
Associations and certifications
- Washington State Bar Association
- King County Bar Association
- Washington State Bar Association Elder Law Section
What people say
Friendly and competent
Excellent client-based services
Personalized estate planning options
Services
Estate Planning
Our comprehensive estate planning services include wills, revocable living trusts, and specialized trusts for special needs beneficiaries. We focus on preserving family assets while ensuring clear succession plans. With personalized consultations, we address tax implications and create tailored strategies that protect your legacy and provide peace of mind for loved ones.
Probate
We guide executors through Washington State's probate process, handling asset inventory, debt settlement, tax filings, and proper distribution. Our approach minimizes delays while ensuring compliance with court requirements. We help families navigate this complex process during difficult times with clear communication and efficient resolution of estate matters.
Elder Law
Our elder law practice addresses long-term care planning, Medicaid eligibility, and incapacity preparation. We help families navigate assisted living options, protect assets from nursing home costs, and create legal frameworks for decision-making. Our services ensure seniors maintain dignity while accessing necessary care resources through both private and public funding options.
Guardianship
We assist families in establishing guardianships for incapacitated loved ones, balancing legal authority with personal rights. Our services include court documentation preparation, capacity assessments, and creating tailored decision-making frameworks. We focus on maintaining family control while ensuring proper care and protection of vulnerable individuals' financial and personal interests.
Special Needs Trusts
We specialize in creating special needs trusts that protect government benefits while providing supplemental care funds. Our approach ensures financial security for disabled beneficiaries without compromising eligibility for essential programs. We work closely with families to create customized solutions that address lifetime care requirements and future contingencies for loved ones with special needs.
People
Kristin Lillquist Reeder
Attorney & Principal
Kristin Reeder is a Washington-licensed attorney specializing in estate planning and elder law since 1999. She graduated cum laude from the University of South Carolina and earned her JD from University of Washington Law School. With experience clerking for a Superior Court judge and founding her Bellevue practice in 2004, she focuses on protecting families through comprehensive legal planning.
Questions
What estate planning services do you offer?
We provide comprehensive estate planning including wills, revocable/irrevocable trusts, special needs trusts, asset protection, and tax planning strategies tailored to individual family needs.
Do you specialize in elder law matters?
Yes, we focus on elder law including long-term care planning, Medicaid eligibility, guardianship, and incapacity planning with specialized decision-making documents.
How does probate work in Washington State?
Our office guides executors through Washington's probate process, including asset collection, debt settlement, tax filings, and proper distribution of estates according to wills or state law.
Can you help with special needs trust planning?
Yes, we specialize in creating special needs trusts to protect government benefits while providing supplemental care for loved ones with disabilities.
What qualifications does your attorney have?
Kristin Reeder graduated cum laude from the University of South Carolina, earned her JD from University of Washington Law School in 1999, and has specialized in elder law since 2004.
