Professional Credentials

Education

- Bachelor of Science, Indiana University

- Juris Doctorate, Indiana University, 1988

- Estate Planning Course, University of Washington, 1996

- Ongoing legal education through seminars and courses

Admissions and Courts

- Admitted to Washington Bar, 1988

- Federal District Court, 1991

Legal Experience

In her 20 years of practice, Lynda has prepared many estate plans ranging from simple wills to more complex wills with trusts. The directive form custom-designed by Lynda McMaken received high praise from the Mayo Clinic, where doctors called it, “the best they'd seen.”

Powers of Attorney, both durable and specific are an important document in managing financial affairs during life.

She also works in the area of business law, from setting up the most-appropriate structure (sole proprietor, limited-liability company, corporations or partnership) to common business legal needs for the closely held business.

Clients also rely on her for counsel with acquisitions, financing, real estate transactions, government regulation compliance, contracts, and complex negotiations.

Lynda presents community workshops in estate planning, business law and divorce.

Business Experience

Before going to law school, Lynda established The Management Company in Indianapolis, Indiana, which helped private, public, and non-profit organizations with marketing strategies, development of business plans, internal and community presentations.

Lynda's Civic Involvement

Lynda's Personal Information