The Law Office of Neil R. Sarles is a specialized legal practice dedicated to estate planning, elder law, and probate matters, serving individuals and families across Washington State. With over 50 years of combined legal experience, the firm stands out for its deep expertise in protecting vulnerable adults, resolving complex guardianship disputes, and providing compassionate advocacy in both planning and litigation contexts.
The firm takes a client-centered approach, offering flexible appointment options including home visits for elderly or disabled clients and after-hours consultations. Their team focuses on the legal needs of seniors, families, and fiduciaries, handling a wide range of often-contested issues with integrity and professionalism. They are also actively involved in legislative drafting, appellate advocacy, and community education, reflecting their commitment to elder law and guardianship reform.
Services Offered
- Wills, Trusts, and Estate Planning
- Indian Wills
- Trusts for minors
- Tax shelter trusts
- Special needs trusts for disabled beneficiaries
- Child support trusts
- Trusts for step-children
- Living trusts
- Education trusts
- Retirement trusts
- Financial and health care powers of attorney
- Mental health powers of attorney
- Health care directives (living wills)
- Burial instructions
- Spousal agreements
- Protecting seniors from exploitation
- Adult Protective Services matters
- Probate administration
- Will contests
- Trust and estate litigation
- Establishing guardianships
- Contesting guardianships
- Guardian ad litem appointments
- Elder law mediation
- Elder law advocacy
- Medicaid and nursing home issues
- Mental commitment law representation
- End-of-life decision making documents
- POLST forms assistance
- Real estate matters in probate
- Estate and gift tax return preparation
- Wrongful death claims (in association with outside counsel)
- Speaking engagements for organizations
- Arbitration services
The firm serves clients throughout multiple Washington counties, including King, Pierce, Snohomish, Thurston, Skagit, Whatcom, and Spokane. Their attorneys are admitted to practice in all Washington courts and the U.S. Supreme Court, and they are active in local bar associations and community service initiatives.
