Maki Arakawa, Internet Attorney in Seattle, Washington
Seattle, WA
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Maki Arakawa is an attorney based in Seattle, WASHINGTON. The practice focuses on Internet.
- Based in
- Seattle, WASHINGTON
- Experience
- attorney
- Known for
- Internet
- Handles Internet matters from Seattle, WASHINGTON.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Information Technology Law (2026).
About Maki Arakawa: Maki Arakawa is an attorney based in Seattle, WASHINGTON. The practice focuses on Internet.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Maki takes on
Maki concentrates on internet. Each area below outlines the kind of case Maki handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Internet cases in Seattle, Washington
Maki takes internet 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 Maki agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Maki Arakawa — internet lawyer in Seattle
Maki Arakawa is an attorney based in Seattle, WASHINGTON. The practice focuses on Internet.
Maki Arakawa is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Information Technology Law and Technology Law.
Maki, who practices law in Seattle, Washington, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Maki is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
How Maki handles internet matters
Maki Arakawa is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Information Technology Law and Technology Law. Maki, who practices law in Seattle, Washington, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Maki is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Who Maki represents
Maki reviews new inquiries case-by-case for internet matters in Seattle and the surrounding Washington area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of California Berkeley
J.D. · 2002
Maki studied at J.D. in University of California Berkeley.
Law school and academic background
Maki completed J.D. in University of California Berkeley. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Maki runs in Washington is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Maki has received 2 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Information Technology Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Technology Law
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Information Technology Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Technology Law (2026).
Locations
Maki Arakawa's office in Seattle
Maki's primary office is at 315 Fifth Avenue South, Suite 1000, Seattle, Washington, 98104-2682. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Maki Arakawa — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new internet attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Maki usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Maki charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Maki'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; Maki will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a internet attorney in Seattle, Washington
A short list to run through before you commit: How many internet 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 Maki
Maki discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in internet practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every internet 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. Maki confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Maki's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many internet practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Maki Arakawa
How much does it cost to hire Maki for a internet case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Maki walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Maki offer a free consultation?
Maki charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Maki's office. Some internet attorneys offer free consults — check Maki's current terms during booking.
How long do internet cases in Washington typically take?
Simple internet 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. Maki gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Maki take my case if I'm outside Seattle?
Maki 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 — Maki 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 Maki?
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. Maki will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Maki accepting new internet clients right now?
Maki'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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