SHERMAN SNOW

Sherman has practiced estate planning and probate law for over 20 years. He has prepared hundreds of wills and trusts for individuals and families with various needs across Washington. Clients rely on him as a lifetime counselor who helps them look ahead and identify considerations down the road.

Sherman distills complicated legal concepts for his clients so that they understand their best options through sometimes sticky and emotional situations. He offers guidance on realistic steps to take given their life circumstances. Always client-centered, Sherman has regularly made house calls for clients with mobility or health issues.

Navigating the complexities and moving parts in estate plans can be challenging when a second marriage, children, business entities, or real property is involved. Sherman loves the challenge of assisting his clients with complex affairs. He is also experienced with probate and trust administration, pre- and postnuptial agreements, and preparing estate and gift tax returns.

EDUCATION

J.D., Seattle University School of Law

B.A., Seattle Pacific University

COMMUNITY

Adjunct Professor, Seattle University School of Law, teaching legal writing and estate plan drafting

MEMBERSHIPS

Washington State Bar Association

King County Bar Association

U.S. District Court, Western District of Washington

SEMINARS & PUBLICATIONS

Presenter, “Estate Planning in Times of Uncertainty,” Seattle Pacific University webinar, 2020
Presenter, “Legal Ethics” and “Other Trust Structures,” Trusts: the Ultimate Guide, NBI CLE, 2020
Presenter, “First Step in Probate” and “Advising the Personal Representative,” Probate Boot Camp, NBI CLE, 2019
Presenter, “Trust Traps in Probate,” Probate: Everything You Need to Know, NBI CLE, 2018
Presenter, “Ethical Considerations” and “Planning for Unmarried Couples,” Estate Planning: A-Z, NBI CLE, 2015
Presenter, “Documenting Long-Term Care, Incapacity, and End-of-Life Decisions” and “Trusts Used for Tax Reduction: Drafting Tips and Samples,” Estate Planning A–Z, NBI CLE, 2013
Presenter, “Marshalling and Valuing Assets” and “Probating Estates that Include a Business,” Probate Boot Camp, NBI CLE, 2013

OUTSIDE THE OFFICE

Sherman’s family has a long history in Washington, beginning with homesteading the family farm in Eastern Washington in the 1870s. With three adult children, Sherman now lives in downtown Seattle and loves being able to walk to the ballet and opera. Having recently invested in a record player, one of his favorite things to do is visit record stores to add to his collection of treasured 1980s and ’90s albums. He also still enjoys getting out to the family farm and to local wildlife preserves for bird watching and hiking in the Cascades.

Sherman’s first career was in religious ministry. He loves how his legal practice allows him to continue supporting people and being of service to them and their families in both happy and difficult times.