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Douglas S. Dunham

CRANE DUNHAM PLLC • Seattle, WA
Estate PlanningBusiness LitigationClass ActionsInsurancePersonal Injury

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Contact

Email
Phone
(206) 452-1511
Address
3600 15th Ave W, Seattle, WA, 98119-1330, US

Professional

About

Douglas S. Dunham is a seasoned attorney based in Seattle, WA, and a co-founder of CRANE DUNHAM PLLC. With decades of experience, he has established himself as a trusted legal advisor across a diverse array of practice areas, including Business Litigation, Class Actions, Estate Planning, Insurance, Personal Injury, Probate, Real Estate, and Wills & Trusts. Mr. Dunham's legal journey began in the King County Prosecuting Attorney's office, where he served as a Senior Trial Deputy Attorney, handling high-stakes criminal cases, including first-degree murder trials. His extensive courtroom experience extends to arguing pivotal cases before the Washington State Supreme Court and all three divisions of the Court of Appeals. This rich background equips him with the interdisciplinary skills necessary to navigate complex legal challenges effectively. In addition to his trial experience, Mr. Dunham has deep expertise in trust and real estate litigation, class actions, and family law. His commitment to continuous learning is evident from his advanced studies in insurance law, civil procedure, economic regulations, and anti-trust at Harvard Law School, where he earned a Master in Law (LL.M.). Since co-founding CRANE DUNHAM PLLC in 1978, Mr. Dunham has dedicated himself to providing clients with reliable legal solutions. His clients value his ability to handle a wide range of legal matters and trust him to refer them to respected specialists when needed. Whether addressing personal injury claims or intricate estate planning, Douglas S. Dunham remains a steadfast advocate for his clients in Seattle and beyond.

About Estate Planning Law

Estate planning attorneys help individuals plan for the distribution of their assets and care during incapacity. They create wills, trusts, and other documents to protect families and minimize taxes. Common matters include wills, trusts, powers of attorney, healthcare directives.

Credentials

Education
1975 Harvard University Law School LL.M - Master of Laws 1969 Willamette University College of Law JD - Juris Doctor - Cum Laude 1965 Willatette Unviersity BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
English

Recognition & Involvement

Awards
2019 AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell 1995 Highly Recommended for Appointment, King County Bar Association
Publications
1983 Washington Lawyers Practice Manual Editor and Contributor, State Criminal Practice, 1973 Washington Lawyer's Practice Manual State Criminal Practice 1972 Washington Lawyer's Practice Manual State Criminal Practice 1969 Willamette Law Review Law Review Comment 1969 Washington State Bar News “Why a Small Firm Goes Word Processing”
Associations
United States Supreme Court Bar Member 1998 - 2002 Washington State Bar Association Hearing Office - Disciplinary Board 1986 - 1988 Washington State Bar Association, Litigation Section Past Chair 1982 - 1989 Washington State Bar Association, Litigation Committee Past Chair 1980 - 1981 Washington State Bar Association Board of Bar Examiners
Updated: Mar 25, 2026