Law Office of Theresa Nguyen, PLLC

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Discover real-life outcomes where our firm made a difference. From complex property disputes to seamless estate plans, these client success stories showcase how strategic legal representation leads to impactful results.

️ Property Access Protected — Road Construction Dispute Resolved Without Litigation

When Eric purchased his home, he never imagined that one day he’d be told a construction company planned to build a public road across his driveway. A neighboring contractor had approached him, claiming the development plans authorized them to pave over the edge of his property — a move that would have blocked his driveway and restricted access to his home.

Concerned and unsure of his legal rights, Eric contacted the Law Office of Theresa Nguyen, PLLC for immediate help.

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Title Ownership Corrected After Divorce — Ex-Spouse Removed Without Litigation

After finalizing her divorce, Jennifer believed all matters had been settled—until she attempted to refinance her home and learned that her ex-husband’s name was still listed on the property title. Despite the divorce decree clearly awarding her full ownership, the title had never been updated, creating a legal and financial obstacle.

Uncertain about how to fix the issue and anxious about potential delays, Jennifer turned to the Law Office of Theresa Nguyen, PLLC for help.

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️ Easement Rights Protected — Property Access Restored Without Litigation

When Thomas discovered that his neighbor had blocked the only easement providing access to his property, he was understandably frustrated. The obstruction prevented him from driving to his own home and left him uncertain of his legal rights.

Unsure how to resolve the situation without escalating neighbor tensions or incurring massive legal costs, Thomas turned to the Law Office of Theresa Nguyen, PLLC for help.

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Out-of-State Trust Transfer Made Easy — Seamless Property Deed to Living Trust

When Daniel, a California resident, created his new living trust, he wanted to ensure his Washington property was properly titled under it. Managing this process from another state, however, seemed daunting — involving notaries, county recording offices, and differing state requirements.

Unsure how to navigate the legal and logistical complexities, Daniel reached out to the Law Office of Theresa Nguyen, PLLC for help.

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Homeowner’s Driveway Access Restored — HOA Barrier Removed Without Litigation

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When David came home one afternoon to find concrete barriers blocking the entrance to his driveway, he was stunned. The barriers had been installed by his neighborhood Homeowners Association (HOA), which claimed a right to restrict access due to a boundary disagreement.

Unable to park at his own residence and unsure of how to challenge the HOA’s actions, David contacted the Law Office of Theresa Nguyen, PLLC for immediate legal help.

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Protecting Property Rights — Driveway Easement Dispute Resolved Through Title Insurance Claim

Protecting Property Rights — Driveway Easement Dispute Resolved Through Title Insurance Claim

When Linda purchased her dream home in Washington, everything appeared in order—until her new neighbor asserted that they had the right to drive over the corner of her property. The neighbor claimed their family had used that portion of the driveway for more than 20 years and therefore had a permanent right to continue doing so.

Uncertain about her legal position and concerned about a potential easement dispute, Linda contacted the Law Office of Theresa Nguyen, PLLC for help.

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Multi-State Property Transfers — Trust Dissolution Handled Smoothly and Securely

When Robert approached our firm, he and his family had recently restructured their estate plan and decided to dissolve an existing living trust that no longer aligned with their financial goals. The challenge? Robert owned real estate in both Washington and Arizona, each with different property laws, recording systems, and trust transfer requirements.

To ensure everything was handled correctly and efficiently, Robert hired the Law Office of Theresa Nguyen, PLLC to coordinate both state transactions seamlessly.

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Protecting a Beneficiary’s Rights — Bank Account Dispute Resolved Without Costly Litigation

When Michael’s mother passed away, she left behind a bank account naming him as the sole beneficiary. During an already emotional time, Michael was shocked to discover that his aunt had stepped forward, attempting to claim the same funds and even initiating legal proceedings to challenge his right to the account.

Unsure how to respond to the sudden legal action and concerned about mounting costs, Michael turned to the Law Office of Theresa Nguyen, PLLC for guidance.

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️ Multi-State Title Update After Spouse’s Passing — Seamless Estate and Trust Solution

️ Multi-State Title Update After Spouse’s Passing — Seamless Estate and Trust Solution

When Harold contacted our firm, he was ready to take an important step he’d delayed for years. His beloved wife had passed away more than 15 years ago, leaving behind jointly owned property in both Arizona and Washington. Although he had continued to live in and manage the properties, her name remained on both titles — creating potential complications for future estate planning and ownership clarity.

He wanted to honor her memory while ensuring his estate was properly organized, but he was unsure where to start or how to manage the process across two different states. That’s when he reached out to the Law Office of Theresa Nguyen, PLLC for help.

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Title Issue Resolved Without Probate — Securing a Family Home and Planning for the Future

When Daniel and his sister purchased a home together several years ago, it was meant to be a shared investment — a comfortable place for both to live and build equity. Over time, life took different turns. His sister married, moved out, and stopped contributing to the mortgage, leaving Daniel and his growing family solely responsible for the payments and upkeep.

Years later, she demanded to sell the property and force a sale that would have displaced Daniel’s family from the home they had lived in and maintained for years.

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Sibling Inheritance Dispute Resolved — Fair and Secure Property Buyout

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When Maria and her sister inherited their late mother’s home, both wanted to honor her legacy — but they had different plans for the property. Maria preferred to sell her share and move forward financially, while her sister wanted to keep the home but couldn’t afford to purchase Maria’s portion outright or qualify for a traditional loan.

Feeling stuck, the sisters feared their family inheritance might turn into a legal conflict. That’s when Maria reached out to the Law Office of Theresa Nguyen, PLLC for help.

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Protecting Homeownership and Family Stability — Property Dispute Successfully Resolved Between Siblings

When Daniel and his sister purchased a home together several years ago, it was meant to be a shared investment — a comfortable place for both to live and build equity. Over time, life took different turns. His sister married, moved out, and stopped contributing to the mortgage, leaving Daniel and his growing family solely responsible for the payments and upkeep.

Years later, she demanded to sell the property and force a sale that would have displaced Daniel’s family from the home they had lived in and maintained for years.

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Helping a Homeowner Overcome a Last-Minute Title Issue - Property Transfer Resolved Without Delaying the Sale

When Mark, a homeowner in Renton, WA, accepted an offer on his house and signed a purchase and sale agreement with a qualified buyer, he was excited to move on to his next chapter. The closing date was set, documents were in order, and both parties were prepared for a seamless real estate transaction.

However, just two weeks before closing, a critical issue surfaced: Mark’s ex-wife was still listed on the title of the property. Years earlier, the home had been awarded to Mark in their divorce, but the deed had never been formally updated. Now, with escrow pending and the title company refusing to proceed without full clarity, the sale was suddenly in jeopardy.

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Helping an Heir Gain Legal Ownership After Her Mother’s Disappearance - Probate Solution Brings Closure After 15 Years of Uncertainty

When Cathy was just 10 years old, her mother, Debra, vanished under suspicious circumstances. Despite multiple investigations, Debra was never found, and no official declaration of death was ever made. For over 15 years, Cathy and her grandmother continued living in Debra’s home, making mortgage payments and maintaining the property—but without legal ownership, their hands were tied.

Now an adult with a husband and newborn child, Cathy was ready to move on and sell the home that had become both a haven and a painful reminder of the past. However, a critical legal issue stood in her way: the title to the home was still in Debra’s name, and Debra was still legally presumed alive.

Investors Needed a Real Estate Attorney for a 1031 Exchange & Evictions

Peter and Linda owned a commercial building that they no longer wanted and learned that they could trade it in tax-deferred for an apartment complex using a 1031 like-kind exchange. As part of their asset protection strategy, they also wanted to place the new property into an LLC. In a 1031 exchange transaction, there are strict requirements and deadlines that need to be met in order to qualify for the tax-deferred benefits.

Vietnamese Business Owner Needed a Business & Immigration Lawyer to Expand into the U.S.

Frank owns a successful company in Vietnam and wants to get a taste of the American Dream. Once investors came to agreement, he would take key executives with him to the U.S. to help build the framework for expansion. In order to legally operate in America, and take his team overseas with him, he knew he needed the help of a well-informed attorney to execute all the proper business documentation and visas.

He also needed to know the tax benefits and obligations of a foreign investor/business owner.

Taxpayers Needed a Tax Attorney to Address $570,000 in IRS Unpaid Taxes, Interests and Penalties.

Dave and Selma are long into their retirement years, struggling financially, and longed to enjoy the final moments of their lives without worry. When he was younger, Dave made his fortune starting and operating many successful enterprises. Generating revenue was never a problem for him. However, bookkeeping and accounting was his weakness.

Now, he owed nearly $300,000 in unpaid taxes, interest and penalties. His wife was also separately accessed for close to $270,000. Recently, Selma was diagnosed with a severe medical condition and the burden of dealing with the IRS was becoming too much for the both of them.

Personal Representative Needed a Probate Attorney to Administer a Friend's Estate

Maria and Barbara were Don's neighbors for over a decade and his closest friends. In fact, when Don's wife passed away several years ago, they became the closest to relatives he had, aside from his two dogs.

Maria treated Don as a daughter did a father. It was no surprise that in his will, he assigned her as his estate's personal representative.

The will also stated that Barbara would inherit $100,000 and custody of his two dogs. Maria would get the rest of his estate and remaining assets valued at $500,000.