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29Aug 2022

Author Scott Feir

Is My Black Mamba an Assistance Animal Covered by the FHA?

  • Aug 29, 2022
  • Scott Feir
  • Litigation, Real Estate Law, Washington State Law
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While assistance animals come in all shapes, sizes, and breeds, one may ask themselves—can a black mamba be an assistance animal covered by the Fair Housing Act (FHA)? The answer is: it depends. Assistance Animals Under the FHA: Domesticated Versus…

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8Jul 2019

Author Scott Feir

Seattle’s All-Gender Restroom Ordinance

  • Jul 8, 2019
  • Scott Feir
  • Announcements, Municipal Law
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Community and Compliance   During Pride Month in June, many reflected on the important legal victories for LGBT rights achieved over the past few decades.  But businesses must do their part to abide by the protections created by federal, state,…

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22Nov 2016

Author Scott Feir

Undercover Tenant-Screening Stings are Ensnaring Well-Intentioned, Unsuspecting Landlords

  • Nov 22, 2016
  • Scott Feir
  • Real Estate Law, Washington State Law
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Blog post written by Scott Feir and Jay Corker Free. Ensuring tenant safety just became more challenging. HUD and the Washington State Attorney General’s Office recently informed landlords that turning down housing applicants based on their criminal records may constitute…

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15Sep 2016

Author Scott Feir

The Bleak House of Trust and Estate Litigation: More than just time and money

  • Sep 15, 2016
  • Scott Feir
  • Estate Planning, Litigation
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“How much is this case going to cost?” is a great first question for a client to ask. The answer, however, can be complex. By the time someone walks into an attorney’s office, they are usually prepared for the fact that…

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14Nov 2012

Author Scott Feir

MPBA Celebrates 100 Years Serving Pacific Northwest Clients

  • Nov 14, 2012
  • Scott Feir
  • Announcements
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This year Montgomery Purdue Blankinship & Austin is celebrating 100 years of providing legal services to our community, and I am proud to be a part of its tradition. MPBA traces its roots back to W.W. Montgomery’s (view picture) admission…

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28Sep 2006

Author Scott Feir

Property Manager Survival Guide to Preparing Default Notices - Part 5

  • Sep 28, 2006
  • Scott Feir
  • Real Estate Law
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VII. Sample Notice Below is a sample default notice as part of the Property Manager Survival Guide. Attached. DEFAULT NOTICE TO: (via posting, hand delivery, and regular mail) (via regular and certified mail) (via regular and certified mail) We represent…

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24Sep 2006

Author Scott Feir

Property Manager Survival Guide to Preparing Default Notices - Part 4

  • Sep 24, 2006
  • Scott Feir
  • Real Estate Law
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VI. Common Notice Pitfalls to Avoid When Providing Notice A. Terminating a Periodic Tenancy: Attempting to Terminate Mid-Period When terminating a periodic (e.g., month-to-month) tenancy, the date for termination must be at the end of the period. Washington Practice §88.6.…

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15Sep 2006

Author Scott Feir

Property Manager Survival Guide to Preparing Default Notices - Part 3

  • Sep 15, 2006
  • Scott Feir
  • Real Estate Law
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IV. Additional Requirements for Certain Notices A. Notices for Rent A landlord is required to provide a good faith statement of the amount of rent due. Merely stating that the tenant is in default of rent payments without stating the…

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7Sep 2006

Author Scott Feir

Property Manager Survival Guide to Preparing Default Notices - Part 2

  • Sep 7, 2006
  • Scott Feir
  • Real Estate Law
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III. Requirements Common to All Default Notices It is not always clear from RCW 59.12.030 what information should be included in a notice. However, RCW 59.12.030 and case law do provide helpful guidance. A. Written Notice All notices must be…

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28Aug 2006

Author Scott Feir

Property Manager Survival Guide to Preparing Default Notices - Part 1

  • Aug 28, 2006
  • Scott Feir
  • Real Estate Law
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I. Introduction to Unlawful Detainer Notices As a general rule, prior to commencing an unlawful detainer (eviction) action, a landlord must serve the tenant, or occupant in unlawful possession of the leased premises, with a statutorily required notice. RCW 59.12.030.…

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