Mark C. Lamb, Real Estate Attorney in Seattle, Washington
Over 26 years of legal practice
Seattle, WA
Practicing real estate in Seattle since 2000.
- 26+
- Years practicing
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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
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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.
Carney Badley Spellman PS
701 Fifth Avenue, Suite 3600
Seattle, Washington 98104
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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
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