Nicole Searing
An authority on estate and nonprofit matters, Nicole takes a practical approach in guiding individuals through estate planning decisions and tax-exempt organizations through formation and operations.
Nicole counsels individuals, families, and their advisors on estate planning, tax matters, trust and probate administration, and philanthropic planning. She plans and prepares tax-efficient wills and trusts; advises on entity formations; helps clients use gifts, sales, and other wealth-transfer strategies; and settles estates in probate.
In addition, Nicole has a strong focus on nonprofit law, counseling public charities, private foundations, and other tax-exempt organizations on a broad range of issues under state and federal law. She assists nonprofit organizations to establish and maintain their corporate structures, guides them through the process of obtaining tax-exempt status, and advises on compliance and governance matters.
Areas of focus
Education & Credentials
Education
- Stanford Law School, J.D., 2018
- Tufts University, B.A., Economics; Spanish, summa cum laude, 2015
Bar and Court Admissions
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Washington
Professional Recognition
Perkins Coie Washington practice ranked Band 1, in Private Wealth Law by Chambers High Net Worth (HNW), 2016-2020
