Jason W. Burnett

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Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2018

Awarded Practice Areas

Litigation - Trusts and Estates

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Reed Longyear Corwin Burnett & Calogero PLLC

5 Best Lawyers awards

Biography

Jason W. Burnett is an attorney at Reed Longyear Corwin Burnett & Calogero, PLLC in Seattle, Washington. His practice focuses on litigation matters, including real estate disputes, probate litigation, trust and will contests, and business-related disputes. He also represents clients in business transactions and related legal matters.

As part of his Litigation - Trusts and Estates practice, Jason advises individuals, families, fiduciaries, and businesses through complex disputes involving trusts, estates, probate administration, and property matters. He works closely with clients to evaluate legal and practical considerations, develop effective strategies, and pursue efficient resolutions both inside and outside the courtroom.

Jason approaches each matter with a focus on practical problem-solving and thorough analysis. In addition to handling active litigation, he counsels clients on dispute avoidance, pre-litigation strategy, negotiation, and risk assessment. His experience includes helping clients identify potential legal issues early and evaluating available options to support informed decision-making throughout the legal process.

Locations

Seattle, Washington

206-624-6271

801 Second Avenue, Suite 1415
Seattle, WA 98104

Education

University of Washington, B.A.
Seattle University, J.D., graduated 2000

Bar Admissions

Washington, Washington State Bar Association

Court Admissions

Washington Supreme Court, 2001-2002
Washington Court of Appeals, 2000-2001

Affiliations

Chapter in King County Probate Manual (2022 Update) - Co-Author
Filipino Chamber of Commerce - Member
2020-2021 KCBA (Real Property, Probate and Trust Section) - Section Chair
King County Bar Association - Member
Washington Bar Association, Business Law Section - Member
Washington Bar Association, Real Property, Probate and Trust Section - Member

Client Testimonials

Awards & Focus

Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America^® 2026 for work in:

Litigation - Trusts and Estates

Additional Areas of Practice:

Real Estate Law

Awards:

Washington Super Lawyer Selection – 2016-2025

Additional Information

Appellate Opinions

The following appellate matters include published and unpublished Washington appellate decisions:

In re Estate of Petelle, 195 Wn.2d 661, 462 P.3d 848 (2020)
Samra v. Singh, 15 Wn. App. 2d 823, 479 P.3d 713 (2020)
In re Estate of Petelle, 8 Wn. App. 2d 714, 440 P.3d 1026 (2019)
In re Funding of Pagel Irrevocable Trust, 2017 Wash. App. Lexis 1998 (unpublished opinion)
Christensen v. Roach, 2015 Wash. App. Lexis 1890 (unpublished opinion)
In re Estate of Taylor, 2010 Wash. App. Lexis 2794 (unpublished opinion)

Representative Cases

Defended a will and estate against allegations of undue influence and lack of capacity; two-thirds of claimants were dismissed with prejudice at the initial hearing, and the remaining claimant voluntarily dismissed the case without settlement.
Collected more than 88% of a $1.9 million judgment through the execution process.
Defended a trust and trustee against allegations of undue influence and lack of capacity; the case was dismissed with prejudice at the initial hearing.
Handled appeal resulting in modification of guardianship and restoration of testamentary rights.
Represented surviving spouse in a lost will contest.
Defended trust against claims for attorneys’ fees submitted by conflicted counsel.
Handled multiple claims involving allegations of self-dealing and conflicts of interest by fiduciaries.
Represented plaintiff in the Court of Appeals, resulting in reversal of the trial court and remand with instructions to grant the requested relief.
Represented plaintiff in breach of contract litigation seeking to hold a successor entity liable for debt. Defendants’ highest offer before trial was $10,000. Obtained a trial verdict of $188,000, including attorneys’ fees and costs, and established successor entity liability.
Defended individual in adverse possession and boundary dispute. Resolved litigation through settlement that included payment to plaintiff, a permanent exclusive easement over the disputed property in favor of defendant, and no change to the existing fence line.
Defended personal representative and estate against multiple creditor claims and allegations of personal liability involving the personal representative.

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