
Sheila Ridgway
Seattle Probate Litigation Lawyer
Practice Areas
Estate Planning, Elder Law, Guardianship, Living Wills, Power of Attorney, Probate, Trusts, Wills
Main Office
Ridgway Law Group, P.S.
701 5th Avenue, Suite 4640
Seattle, WA 98104
Phone: 206-855-6420
About Sheila Ridgway
With over 30 years of experience, Sheila Ridgway is a seasoned professional in handling litigation related to trust, probate, and guardianship matters. Throughout her extensive career, Ms. Ridgway has successfully guided clients through intricate challenges involved in the care of elderly family members and the administration of their estates.
In the state of Washington, Ms. Ridgway is widely recognized as a leader in her field. She actively contributes to the advancement of trust and estate dispute resolution by serving on a special committee dedicated to updating TEDRA, the state's governing law in this area. Moreover, she plays a vital role in educating fellow attorneys through frequent participation in programs tailored for lawyers practicing in this specialized field.
Sheila Ridgway holds licenses to practice law in both Washington and Oregon and is an esteemed member of the Bar Associations in both states. Additionally, she serves on the executive committee of the Washington State Bar Association's Real Property Probate and Trust Section, further solidifying her commitment to professional excellence. Ms. Ridgway is a sought-after speaker at seminars focused on trust and estate litigation and probate, contributing to the dissemination of knowledge within the legal community.
Education
Gonzaga University School of Law, J.D.-1984University of Washington, B.A.-1980
Bar Associations
Oregon State Bar, Lake OswegoWashington State Bar Association
King County Bar Association
Honors & Awards
SuperLawyer, 2013-2022Seattle Met Magazine 2010 Top Lawyer- Present
Martindale's Hubbell Peer Review Rated "Bar Registered of Preeminent Women Lawyers"- Present
Best in Client Satisfaction Award, Seattle Magazine-2009
Professional Associations
KCBA Alternative Dispute Resolution Section, Vice-Chair, 2021-2022KCBA Real Property, Probate & Trust Section, Member
WSBA TEDRA Litigation Subcommittee, Real Property & Trust Section, Member
