On January 1, 2016, the new rules governing Washington State Limited Liability Companies (RCW 25.15; “the Act”) went into effect. The Washington legislature’s passed a major revision to the Act in an attempt to make LLC’s more flexible and user-friendly for businesses. The primary goal was to eliminate confusing portions of the Act and promote uniformity in the laws that apply to the state’s business entities. At Holmquist & Gardiner PLLC, we highly recommend that you learn these changes and revisit your operating agreement, as they may affect your LLC. Although there were numerous changes – a few highlights are discussed below.

Jason Bergevin will be a faculty member presenting at the Sterling Education Services, Inc., Construction Law: Designs, Delays, Disputes, and Delivery. The seminar will be held in Seattle, WA on April 29, 2016. Jason will be speaking on the various project delivery systems, the bidding process, and bid protests and environmental considerations.

In Washington, many employers use non-compete agreements to protect their businesses.  While Washington courts have always imposed limits on their validity, they are frequently enforced by the courts.  In Olympia, there are two bills currently under consideration that would impose further restrictions on the use of non-competes in Washington.

Holmquist & Gardiner, PLLC is pleased to announce the addition of Robert D. Maxwell as our new Associate Attorney. Robert earned his law degree from Seattle University School of Law and his undergraduate degree from University of Washington where he played for and captained its Ice Hockey Team. He will join our practice representing clients in civil litigation, real estate matters, construction law and business transactions. We are delighted to have Robert join our Team!

Hamilton H. Gardiner has joined the South Seattle College Foundation’s Board of Directors. The goal of South Seattle College is to provide students with scholarship opportunities to pursue quality academic and vocational education. As a board member, Hamilton will contribute his time and resources to enrich the lives and build hope of the students enrolled at South Seattle College.

Jason L. Bergevin has joined the Board of Trustees for ARCADE, a Seattle-based design publication whose mission is to reinforce the principle of thoughtful design at every scale of human endeavor improves our quality of life.