team-member

Thomas Hackett

Vancouver, WA

Licensed for 11 years

Law Degree

Awards

Primary Practice Area

Estate Planning

Language

English

About

I love to strategize. Whether it is strategizing and redeeming frequent flyer miles for my next adventure race, or working toward a solution for clients, I always keep the bigger picture in mind. My approach is to determine what my client’s issues and needs are, in layman’s terms so they can be easily understood. Then, I use my strategizing skills to develop solutions with clients, always keeping their goals in mind.

Practices Areas

Estate Planning

Probate

Language

English

Contact

NW Legacy Law, P.S.1003 Officers RowVancouver, WA, 98661 Office (360) 975-7770 1003 Officers RowVancouver, WA, 98661 Office (360) 975-7770(360) 975-7770

Office: (360) 205-1386

Website: N/A

Reviews

Lindsey
August 25, 2016

Thomas is a highly knowledgable and personable attorney. After speaking with several area lawyers, I was immediately impressed by the quality of customer service provided by NW Legacy Law. Jessica, Thomas' legal aid, was incredibly understanding in our initial conversation and followed along a pretty complicated situation with ease. When speaking with Thomas, he discussed possible next steps as well as issues to consider in a way that was easy to understand. I highly recommend!

Manot
July 19, 2016

As a (very) small business and new business owner it can be daunting to make sure your business is covered legally and complying with the law. Thomas has helped us make sure our contracts are in order and gaps in protective language where closed. I felt that Thomas truly understood the needs of my business and was kind, patient and courteous in facilitating those needs.

Mike
June 21, 2019

NW Legacy Law Center helped me after the sudden death of my father. They were kind and helpful and provided me with everything I needed. I also appreciate that I was able to do almost everything online with little need for in person meeting.

Jane
May 16, 2019

I was an out-of-state client of Thomas Hackett’s who chose the NW Legacy Law firm to represent me after I’d read in The Columbian online newspaper about their successfully getting justice for an elderly woman whose guardian had embezzled from her. I was also convinced by the fact that the firm consistently has won top ratings from the Vancouver–SW Washington Business Journal, Avvo Rating, and The Columbian’s Best of Clark County. The firm’s web site was also a positive indication of the high level of skill the firm has with computerized litigation support – an important factor to the effectiveness of the representation of an out-of-state client. I experienced the highest quality of care and legal expertise from Thomas Hackett. I was an out-of-state heir and the lawyer handling my parent’s complex estate had given me a short deadline (3 weeks) to approve a vague, overly-generalized Inventory and an opaque Declaration of Completion. Thomas Hackett and his excellent legal team went above and beyond to meet the time challenge well before the deadline. Thomas quickly analyzed and synthesized the large volume of background information and evidence I’d e-mailed to him. He made efficient use of our phone consultation time in which he clearly explained the significance of the Declaration of Completion and Inventory, and patiently walked me through the steps of the legal options available if I could not obtain satisfactory information from the executor of my parent’s estate. I wanted to avoid a court battle, therefore, Thomas Hackett gave me wise and effective counsel about how to avoid miscommunication with the executor. Thanks to Thomas Hackett’s knowledgeable, clear and compassionate counsel I succeeded to get the information I needed from the executor that made it possible for me to approve the Declaration of Completion in good conscience. I highly recommend Thomas Hackett and his firm, NW Legacy Law, to anyone seeking the best legal representation.

michelle
March 27, 2019

I was involved in and extremely involved case with a former relative. I worked with mainly Jake Seegmuller. My former attorney did almost nothing for 6 months and charged me thousands of dollars before she just quit 2 and a half weeks before an important hearing. I found Thomas Hackett and Jake Seegmuller almost by accident. In only one month Jake and Thomas settled the matter to my complete satisfaction. Jake was easy to work with and gave me great advice that saved me a lot of money. I would not hesitate to recommend him for any matter of this type. He is highly Intelligent and does a great job at a minimal fee. As far as I am concerned he is a wonderful attorney, not just interested in collecting his fee but in caring that justice is done.

Greg
September 29, 2018

Thomas Hackett came highly recommended and I can certainly see why. I was afraid of the whole process of drawing up my will but everyone in his office was so helpful every step of the way. Considering how much they did for us the cost was certainly worth it. Thomas is very knowledgeable and a great listener and understood our needs perfectly. Caitlyn really went the extra mile for us explaining everything so well. Lucy in the office is terrific and explained the various options and pricings so there were no surprises. We were made to feel so welcome and as Lucy said, we are now part of their family. I'm very happy I made this choice and would recommend him to anyone.

Rich
December 29, 2016

Very straight forward attorney, answered my business related matters with good solid recommendations

Gary
September 23, 2016

I went through Thomas' law firm, NW Legacy Law Center, to get through the probate process. My initial experience with another firm was most unpleasant, where communication was poor at best, and I felt they were trying very hard to extend the entire process (as in increasing their fees). With Thomas' firm it was like coming out into a sunny day! Thomas was quite easy to talk with about this process, and made seemingly complex procedures easy to understand, and made me feel quite comfortable with what to expect. Thomas' staff was "cut of the same cloth" as it were: equally responsive and friendly. Being from out-of-state good communication was a must, and NW Legacy provided it very well.

Frankie Heiskell
January 23, 2016

Thomas is our family's attorney. He recently helped me sell my business. Thomas gave me pointers to negotiate favorable contract terms, and then rewrote the contract when the draft from the seller didn't say what I wanted. Quick turnaround and professional.

Roger
November 18, 2015

NW Legacy Law Center helped me with a Deed Reconveyance on a mortgage held by the seller. They were professional and knowledgeable. I will take all of my future legal needs related to my estate planning to them without hesitation.

Lindsey
August 25, 2016

Thomas is a highly knowledgable and personable attorney. After speaking with several area lawyers, I was immediately impressed by the quality of customer service provided by NW Legacy Law. Jessica, Thomas' legal aid, was incredibly understanding in our initial conversation and followed along a pretty complicated situation with ease. When speaking with Thomas, he discussed possible next steps as well as issues to consider in a way that was easy to understand. I highly recommend!

Manot
July 19, 2016

As a (very) small business and new business owner it can be daunting to make sure your business is covered legally and complying with the law. Thomas has helped us make sure our contracts are in order and gaps in protective language where closed. I felt that Thomas truly understood the needs of my business and was kind, patient and courteous in facilitating those needs.

Mike
June 21, 2019

NW Legacy Law Center helped me after the sudden death of my father. They were kind and helpful and provided me with everything I needed. I also appreciate that I was able to do almost everything online with little need for in person meeting.

Jane
May 16, 2019

I was an out-of-state client of Thomas Hackett’s who chose the NW Legacy Law firm to represent me after I’d read in The Columbian online newspaper about their successfully getting justice for an elderly woman whose guardian had embezzled from her. I was also convinced by the fact that the firm consistently has won top ratings from the Vancouver–SW Washington Business Journal, Avvo Rating, and The Columbian’s Best of Clark County. The firm’s web site was also a positive indication of the high level of skill the firm has with computerized litigation support – an important factor to the effectiveness of the representation of an out-of-state client. I experienced the highest quality of care and legal expertise from Thomas Hackett. I was an out-of-state heir and the lawyer handling my parent’s complex estate had given me a short deadline (3 weeks) to approve a vague, overly-generalized Inventory and an opaque Declaration of Completion. Thomas Hackett and his excellent legal team went above and beyond to meet the time challenge well before the deadline. Thomas quickly analyzed and synthesized the large volume of background information and evidence I’d e-mailed to him. He made efficient use of our phone consultation time in which he clearly explained the significance of the Declaration of Completion and Inventory, and patiently walked me through the steps of the legal options available if I could not obtain satisfactory information from the executor of my parent’s estate. I wanted to avoid a court battle, therefore, Thomas Hackett gave me wise and effective counsel about how to avoid miscommunication with the executor. Thanks to Thomas Hackett’s knowledgeable, clear and compassionate counsel I succeeded to get the information I needed from the executor that made it possible for me to approve the Declaration of Completion in good conscience. I highly recommend Thomas Hackett and his firm, NW Legacy Law, to anyone seeking the best legal representation.

michelle
March 27, 2019

I was involved in and extremely involved case with a former relative. I worked with mainly Jake Seegmuller. My former attorney did almost nothing for 6 months and charged me thousands of dollars before she just quit 2 and a half weeks before an important hearing. I found Thomas Hackett and Jake Seegmuller almost by accident. In only one month Jake and Thomas settled the matter to my complete satisfaction. Jake was easy to work with and gave me great advice that saved me a lot of money. I would not hesitate to recommend him for any matter of this type. He is highly Intelligent and does a great job at a minimal fee. As far as I am concerned he is a wonderful attorney, not just interested in collecting his fee but in caring that justice is done.

Greg
September 29, 2018

Thomas Hackett came highly recommended and I can certainly see why. I was afraid of the whole process of drawing up my will but everyone in his office was so helpful every step of the way. Considering how much they did for us the cost was certainly worth it. Thomas is very knowledgeable and a great listener and understood our needs perfectly. Caitlyn really went the extra mile for us explaining everything so well. Lucy in the office is terrific and explained the various options and pricings so there were no surprises. We were made to feel so welcome and as Lucy said, we are now part of their family. I'm very happy I made this choice and would recommend him to anyone.

Rich
December 29, 2016

Very straight forward attorney, answered my business related matters with good solid recommendations

Gary
September 23, 2016

I went through Thomas' law firm, NW Legacy Law Center, to get through the probate process. My initial experience with another firm was most unpleasant, where communication was poor at best, and I felt they were trying very hard to extend the entire process (as in increasing their fees). With Thomas' firm it was like coming out into a sunny day! Thomas was quite easy to talk with about this process, and made seemingly complex procedures easy to understand, and made me feel quite comfortable with what to expect. Thomas' staff was "cut of the same cloth" as it were: equally responsive and friendly. Being from out-of-state good communication was a must, and NW Legacy provided it very well.

Frankie Heiskell
January 23, 2016

Thomas is our family's attorney. He recently helped me sell my business. Thomas gave me pointers to negotiate favorable contract terms, and then rewrote the contract when the draft from the seller didn't say what I wanted. Quick turnaround and professional.

Roger
November 18, 2015

NW Legacy Law Center helped me with a Deed Reconveyance on a mortgage held by the seller. They were professional and knowledgeable. I will take all of my future legal needs related to my estate planning to them without hesitation.

Lindsey
August 25, 2016

Thomas is a highly knowledgable and personable attorney. After speaking with several area lawyers, I was immediately impressed by the quality of customer service provided by NW Legacy Law. Jessica, Thomas' legal aid, was incredibly understanding in our initial conversation and followed along a pretty complicated situation with ease. When speaking with Thomas, he discussed possible next steps as well as issues to consider in a way that was easy to understand. I highly recommend!

Manot
July 19, 2016

As a (very) small business and new business owner it can be daunting to make sure your business is covered legally and complying with the law. Thomas has helped us make sure our contracts are in order and gaps in protective language where closed. I felt that Thomas truly understood the needs of my business and was kind, patient and courteous in facilitating those needs.

Mike
June 21, 2019

NW Legacy Law Center helped me after the sudden death of my father. They were kind and helpful and provided me with everything I needed. I also appreciate that I was able to do almost everything online with little need for in person meeting.

Jane
May 16, 2019

I was an out-of-state client of Thomas Hackett’s who chose the NW Legacy Law firm to represent me after I’d read in The Columbian online newspaper about their successfully getting justice for an elderly woman whose guardian had embezzled from her. I was also convinced by the fact that the firm consistently has won top ratings from the Vancouver–SW Washington Business Journal, Avvo Rating, and The Columbian’s Best of Clark County. The firm’s web site was also a positive indication of the high level of skill the firm has with computerized litigation support – an important factor to the effectiveness of the representation of an out-of-state client. I experienced the highest quality of care and legal expertise from Thomas Hackett. I was an out-of-state heir and the lawyer handling my parent’s complex estate had given me a short deadline (3 weeks) to approve a vague, overly-generalized Inventory and an opaque Declaration of Completion. Thomas Hackett and his excellent legal team went above and beyond to meet the time challenge well before the deadline. Thomas quickly analyzed and synthesized the large volume of background information and evidence I’d e-mailed to him. He made efficient use of our phone consultation time in which he clearly explained the significance of the Declaration of Completion and Inventory, and patiently walked me through the steps of the legal options available if I could not obtain satisfactory information from the executor of my parent’s estate. I wanted to avoid a court battle, therefore, Thomas Hackett gave me wise and effective counsel about how to avoid miscommunication with the executor. Thanks to Thomas Hackett’s knowledgeable, clear and compassionate counsel I succeeded to get the information I needed from the executor that made it possible for me to approve the Declaration of Completion in good conscience. I highly recommend Thomas Hackett and his firm, NW Legacy Law, to anyone seeking the best legal representation.

michelle
March 27, 2019

I was involved in and extremely involved case with a former relative. I worked with mainly Jake Seegmuller. My former attorney did almost nothing for 6 months and charged me thousands of dollars before she just quit 2 and a half weeks before an important hearing. I found Thomas Hackett and Jake Seegmuller almost by accident. In only one month Jake and Thomas settled the matter to my complete satisfaction. Jake was easy to work with and gave me great advice that saved me a lot of money. I would not hesitate to recommend him for any matter of this type. He is highly Intelligent and does a great job at a minimal fee. As far as I am concerned he is a wonderful attorney, not just interested in collecting his fee but in caring that justice is done.

Greg
September 29, 2018

Thomas Hackett came highly recommended and I can certainly see why. I was afraid of the whole process of drawing up my will but everyone in his office was so helpful every step of the way. Considering how much they did for us the cost was certainly worth it. Thomas is very knowledgeable and a great listener and understood our needs perfectly. Caitlyn really went the extra mile for us explaining everything so well. Lucy in the office is terrific and explained the various options and pricings so there were no surprises. We were made to feel so welcome and as Lucy said, we are now part of their family. I'm very happy I made this choice and would recommend him to anyone.

Rich
December 29, 2016

Very straight forward attorney, answered my business related matters with good solid recommendations

Gary
September 23, 2016

I went through Thomas' law firm, NW Legacy Law Center, to get through the probate process. My initial experience with another firm was most unpleasant, where communication was poor at best, and I felt they were trying very hard to extend the entire process (as in increasing their fees). With Thomas' firm it was like coming out into a sunny day! Thomas was quite easy to talk with about this process, and made seemingly complex procedures easy to understand, and made me feel quite comfortable with what to expect. Thomas' staff was "cut of the same cloth" as it were: equally responsive and friendly. Being from out-of-state good communication was a must, and NW Legacy provided it very well.

Frankie Heiskell
January 23, 2016

Thomas is our family's attorney. He recently helped me sell my business. Thomas gave me pointers to negotiate favorable contract terms, and then rewrote the contract when the draft from the seller didn't say what I wanted. Quick turnaround and professional.

Roger
November 18, 2015

NW Legacy Law Center helped me with a Deed Reconveyance on a mortgage held by the seller. They were professional and knowledgeable. I will take all of my future legal needs related to my estate planning to them without hesitation.