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Michael J. Longyear is a seasoned attorney based in Seattle, WA, specializing in Estate Planning, Personal Injury, Probate, and Real Estate. As a partner at Reed, Longyear, Malnati & Ahrens, PLLC, he brings extensive experience to clients navigating complex legal matters, including Trust and Estate Planning, Guardianship, and Elder Law. His expertise extends to both routine and contested probate matters, where he often serves as guardian of the estate, trustee, and estate administrator. With a commitment to professional excellence, Mr. Longyear is a member of the Estate Planning Council of Seattle and currently serves on the Washington Supreme Court Certified Professional Guardian Board. His leadership roles have included Past Co-Chair of the King County Settlement Guardian ad Litem Training Program and Past-Chair of the King County Bar Association Guardianship and Elder Law Section, showcasing his dedication to advancing the field of elder law and guardianship. An active participant in the Washington State Bar Association, Mr. Longyear is the Past-Chair of the Elder Law Section and currently serves as treasurer while also belonging to the Real Property, Probate, and Trust Sections. His academic background includes a Juris Doctor from the University of Pittsburgh, a Bachelor’s Degree from Eisenhower College, and a Master of Arts in Teaching from Colgate University. Admitted to the Maryland State Bar in 1984 and the Washington State Bar in 1989, he has earned recognition as a Washington Super Lawyer from 2001 to 2010 and was named Seattle’s Best Lawyer in 2001, reflecting his outstanding contributions to the legal profession.

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