Gary Kirk advises high-net-worth individuals on estate and tax planning with an emphasis on income tax planning for closely held businesses and business succession planning.
Gary works with all types of business entities and owners in connection with operating agreements, reorganizations, and income tax issues. He also advises owners of family-owned and closely held businesses regarding sales of ownership interests to third-parties or family members for liquidity or succession planning purposes, including advising clients regarding income tax and estate planning considerations.
Professional Highlights
Professional Activities
Washington State Bar Association, Taxation Section; Real Property, Probate and Trust Section
American Bar Association, Taxation Section; Real Property Probate and Trust Section; Business Law Section
Recognition & Accomplishments
Chambers High Net Worth, Private Wealth Law, 2019-2024
The Best Lawyers in America, Trusts and Estates, 2021-2025
AV Preeminent in Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review Ratings
Board Memberships & Community Service
Washington State University, Planned Giving Advisory Board; Campaign Steering Committee for Undergraduate Education
Washington State University Foundation, Trustee; Gift Acceptance and Management Committee
Credentials
Education
University of Oregon (J.D. 1987)
New York University (LL.M. 1989)
Washington State University (B.A., cum laude, 1983)
Admissions
Washington
Oregon
U.S. Tax Court