Sean K Griffee

Sean K Griffee

Stokes Lawrence • Seattle, WA
Real EstateTaxTax Planning

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Contact

Email
Phone
(206) 452-1511
Address
1420 5th Ave., Seattle, WA, 98101-2393, US

Professional

About

Sean Griffee helps business owners grow their companies and real estate investors and developers execute their plans. His corporate practice covers the entire lifespan of a company – from entity formation, through operation and management, and ultimately sale, merger or other disposition of the business. Sean’s commercial real estate practice centers on financing, development, and sale of projects throughout the Northwest including multifamily, industrial, office, and retail properties. He also works closely with the firm's estate planners on tax planning and business succession strategies for families with significant business and real estate interests.

About Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle legal matters involving property transactions, disputes, and development. They ensure smooth closings and protect clients' property rights. Common matters include property purchases, sales transactions, title disputes, landlord-tenant issues.

Credentials

Education
2002 University of Washington School of Law JD - Juris Doctor 1999 University of Washington BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
English

Recognition & Involvement

Awards
2025 The Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers 2024 Super Lawyer, Washington Super Lawyers 2024 Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers 2023 Super Lawyer, Washington Super Lawyers 2023 Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers
Publications
2019 Stokes Law Briefs Asset Deals vs. Stock Deals: Factors to Consider 2011 WSBA Contributing Author, Real Property Deskbook
Associations
2013 - Present Downtown Seattle Association Member American Bar Association Member King County Bar Association Member
Speaking
2017 WSBA Real Property, Probate & Trust Mid-Year Conference Real Estate Family LLCs 2015 National Business Institute seminar Drafting and Practical Considerations - Preparing Purchase and Sale Agreements and Deeds 2014 Stokes Law Brief Avoiding Personal Liability: Advice for Owners and Managers of Privately Held Businesses 2014 Panel Discussion Preparing for Business Succession 2014 Commercial Leases: Negotiating Key Provisions How Bankruptcy Affects the Lease
Updated: Mar 08, 2026