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Gregg D. Barton, Tax Attorney in Seattle, Washington

focused on Tax and Tax Litigation

Seattle, WA

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Gregg D. Barton is an attorney based in Seattle, WASHINGTON. The practice focuses on Tax and Tax Litigation.

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Seattle, WASHINGTON
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attorney
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Tax · Tax Litigation
  • Handles Tax and Tax Litigation matters from Seattle, WASHINGTON.
  • Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Litigation and Controversy - Tax (Seattle) (2024).

About Gregg D. Barton: Gregg D. Barton is an attorney based in Seattle, WASHINGTON. The practice focuses on Tax and Tax Litigation.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Gregg takes on

Gregg concentrates on tax and tax litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Gregg handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Tax cases in Seattle, Washington

Gregg takes tax matters in Seattle, Washington. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Gregg agrees to represent you.

Tax Litigation cases in Seattle, Washington

Gregg takes tax litigation matters in Seattle, Washington. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Gregg agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Gregg D. Barton — tax lawyer in Seattle

Gregg D. Barton is an attorney based in Seattle, WASHINGTON. The practice focuses on Tax and Tax Litigation.

Gregg Barton, a partner in the firm’s Business practice, has 25 years of experience focusing on state and local taxes principally in Washington (including Seattle, Bellevue and Tacoma matters), Oregon and Alaska. His experience includes advising clients with respect to gross receipt, sales and use, net income, ad valorem, real estate excise and public utility taxes, seeking private rulings, handling administrative appeals and litigating in state courts.

Gregg's approach to tax cases

Gregg Barton, a partner in the firm’s Business practice, has 25 years of experience focusing on state and local taxes principally in Washington (including Seattle, Bellevue and Tacoma matters), Oregon and Alaska. His experience includes advising clients with respect to gross receipt, sales and use, net income, ad valorem , real estate excise and public utility taxes, seeking private rulings,…

The kind of cases Gregg takes

Gregg reviews new inquiries case-by-case for tax and tax litigation matters in Seattle and the surrounding Washington area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • University of Oregon

    J.D. · 1985

  • University of Washington

    — · 1982

Jurisdictions

Gregg's state bar admissions

  • Oregon, Oregon State

    ACTIVE

  • Washington, Washingt

    ACTIVE

Gregg studied at J.D. in University of Oregon and — in University of Washington.

Law school and academic background

Gregg completed J.D. in University of Oregon and — in University of Washington. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Gregg runs in Washington is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Recognition and thought leadership

Gregg has received 13 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Lawyer of the Year — Litigation and Controversy - Tax (Seattle)

    2024

  • Lawyer of the Year — Litigation and Controversy - Tax (Seattle)

    2019

  • Lawyer of the Year — Litigation and Controversy - Tax (Seattle)

    2017

  • Lawyer of the Year — Litigation and Controversy - Tax (Seattle)

    2015

  • Best Lawyers in America — Litigation and Controversy - Tax

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — State and Local Tax

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Awards:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — American College of Tax Counsel, Fellow

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Peer Review Rated AV Preeminent in Martindale-Hubbell

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Recipient of the Association of Washington Business's "Heavy Lifter Award," 2013

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Listed in Washington Law & Politics, “Washington’s Super Lawyers,” 2008 - present

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Lawyer of the Year — Litigation and Controversy - Tax (Seattle) (2024). Lawyer of the Year — Litigation and Controversy - Tax (Seattle) (2019). Lawyer of the Year — Litigation and Controversy - Tax (Seattle) (2017). Lawyer of the Year — Litigation and Controversy - Tax (Seattle) (2015). Best Lawyers in America — Litigation and Controversy - Tax (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law (2026).

Locations

Gregg D. Barton's office in Seattle

Gregg's primary office is at 1301 Third Avenue, Suite 4200, Seattle, Washington, 98101-3099. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

1301 Third Avenue, Suite 4200

Seattle, Washington 98101-3099

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Hiring guide

How to hire Gregg D. Barton — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new tax attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Gregg usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Gregg charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Gregg's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Gregg will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a tax attorney in Seattle, Washington

A short list to run through before you commit: How many tax matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Gregg

Gregg discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in tax practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every tax matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Gregg confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Gregg's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many tax practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Gregg D. Barton

  • How much does it cost to hire Gregg for a tax case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Gregg walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Gregg offer a free consultation?

    Gregg charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Gregg's office. Some tax attorneys offer free consults — check Gregg's current terms during booking.

  • How long do tax cases in Washington typically take?

    Simple tax matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Gregg gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Gregg take my case if I'm outside Seattle?

    Gregg is licensed in Washington. Matters governed by Washington law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Gregg will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

  • What should I bring to my first meeting with Gregg?

    Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Gregg will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Gregg accepting new tax clients right now?

    Gregg's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

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