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Mark C. Lamb, Real Estate Attorney in Seattle, Washington

Over 26 years of legal practice

Practicing real estate in Seattle since 2000.

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Mark C. Lamb is an attorney based in Seattle, WASHINGTON. The practice focuses on Real Estate. Mark has over 26 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Carney Badley Spellman PS.

Based in
Seattle, WASHINGTON
Experience
over 26 years
Known for
Real Estate
  • Handles Real Estate matters from Seattle, WASHINGTON.
  • Over 26 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
  • Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law (2026).

About Mark C. Lamb: Mark C. Lamb is an attorney based in Seattle, WASHINGTON. The practice focuses on Real Estate. Mark has over 26 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Carney Badley Spellman PS.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Mark takes on

Mark concentrates on real estate. Each area below outlines the kind of case Mark handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Real Estate cases in Seattle, Washington

Mark takes real estate 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 Mark agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Mark C. Lamb — real estate lawyer in Seattle

Mark C. Lamb is an attorney based in Seattle, WASHINGTON. The practice focuses on Real Estate. Mark has over 26 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Carney Badley Spellman PS.

Mark Lamb is a Shareholder and Chair of the Real Estate Practice Group at Carney Badley Spellman, with 26 years of experience practicing in Washington and California. His practice centers on three areas: real estate and land use, business litigation and transactions, and First Amendment, campaign finance, and election law. He represents residential and commercial developers, property owners, homeowner associations, executives, and privately held businesses of all sizes.

His real estate work spans acquisitions, sales, financings, eminent domain proceedings, boundary disputes, and the formation of real estate investment LLCs and limited partnerships, including foreign investment in U.S. projects. On the business side, he serves as outside general counsel and strategic advisor on M&A, corporate governance, and internal investigations. A former four-term Mayor of Bothell and Bothell City Council member, Lamb also serves as campaign finance and public disclosure counsel to trade associations, PACs, legislative caucuses, and statewide campaigns.

Working with Mark on a real estate matter

Mark Lamb is a Shareholder and Chair of the Real Estate Practice Group at Carney Badley Spellman, with 26 years of experience practicing in Washington and California. His practice centers on three areas: real estate and land use, business litigation and transactions, and First Amendment, campaign finance, and election law. He represents residential and commercial developers, property owners,…

Clients Mark works with

Mark reviews new inquiries case-by-case for real estate matters in Seattle and the surrounding Washington area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • University of Oxford

  • Duke University

    B.A. Public Policy

  • University of California Los Angeles

    J.D. · 1998

Jurisdictions

Mark's state bar admissions

  • California, The Stat

    ACTIVE

  • Washington, Washingt

    2000 · ACTIVE

Mark studied at — in University of Oxford, B.A. Public Policy in Duke University, and J.D. in University of California Los Angeles.

Law school and academic background

Mark completed — in University of Oxford, B.A. Public Policy in Duke University, and J.D. in University of California Los Angeles. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Mark runs in Washington is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Recognition and thought leadership

Mark has received 12 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — First Amendment Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Awards:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Listed in

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Legal

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — 500, 2026

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Super Lawyer,

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Washington Super Lawyers Magazine

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — , 2021-2025

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Puget Sound Business Journal

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — , 40 Under 40 Honoree

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — First Amendment Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Listed in (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Legal (2026).

Locations

Mark C. Lamb's office in Seattle

Mark's primary office is at 701 Fifth Avenue, Suite 3600, Seattle, Washington, 98104. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Carney Badley Spellman PS

701 Fifth Avenue, Suite 3600

Seattle, Washington 98104

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Hiring guide

How to hire Mark C. Lamb — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

Mark charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Mark'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; Mark will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a real estate attorney in Seattle, Washington

A short list to run through before you commit: How many real estate 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 Mark

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

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every real estate 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. Mark confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

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

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Mark C. Lamb

  • How much does it cost to hire Mark for a real estate case?

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

  • Does Mark offer a free consultation?

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

  • How long do real estate cases in Washington typically take?

    Simple real estate 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. Mark gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

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

    Mark 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 — Mark 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 Mark?

    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. Mark will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Mark accepting new real estate clients right now?

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

Areas served

Real Estate attorneys serving Seattle, Spokane and Tacoma in Washington

Mark handles real estate matters throughout Washington. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified real estate attorneys in that community.

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