Estate planning for Washington families, business owners, and retirees
Estate planning isn’t about the end of life. It’s about protecting the life you’ve built.
Jensen Estate Law helps Washington families create clear plans, avoid unnecessary court involvement, and move forward with confidence, whether they are planning ahead or navigating a loss.
25+ years of practice
Washington estate and tax planning experience led by Derek W. Jensen, JD, LLM (Tax).
Seattle + Bellevue
Local access for families across Seattle, the Eastside, and the greater Puget Sound region.
Plain-English guidance
Sophisticated planning explained clearly enough for families to make confident decisions.
Planning built around the decisions that actually matter
The homepage should make it obvious who Jensen Estate Law helps and what the next step looks like, without forcing visitors to decode law-firm jargon.
Core planning
Estate Planning
Trust-centered planning for families who want clarity around incapacity, privacy, beneficiary design, and long-term peace of mind.
- Revocable trusts, wills, powers of attorney, and health directives
- Planning for children, blended families, and second marriages
- Funding guidance so the plan works beyond the binder
Tax-aware design
Advanced Tax-Aware Planning
For clients with larger estates, concentrated assets, business interests, or more complex transfer and tax goals.
- Washington estate tax and capital gains planning
- Trust structures designed around family and tax objectives
- Coordination for business owners, executives, and retirees
After loss
Probate & Trust Administration
Compassionate legal support for families who need help carrying out the plan after a loved one has died.
- Probate guidance and trust settlement support
- Next-step clarity during a difficult season
- Help reducing delays, confusion, and avoidable stress
What happens next
Hiring a lawyer should not feel mysterious. The process is designed to be straightforward, personal, and clear from the first conversation forward.
Simple, local, and clear
1. Initial consultation
We start with your goals, family dynamics, and the planning concerns that matter most right now.
2. Plan design
We recommend the right structure for your situation, whether that means core planning, tax-aware strategy, or estate administration support.
3. Signing and follow-through
You leave with documents, guidance, and next steps your family can actually use when it counts.
Why families choose Jensen Estate Law
The strongest signals on the current site are still the right ones: experienced counsel, a calm process, and a team that explains things clearly.
Client feedback
Clear communication
“Derek is super easy to talk to and provides clear information presented in a way that even non-lawyers can understand.”
Client feedback
Efficient process
“Very smooth and uncomplicated process. The final binder presentation is well-organized and thoughtfully laid-out.”
Client feedback
Support after loss
“Top rate. Patient, understanding professional help with all we needed to have done after husband passed away.”